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What to do if driving toward a dust storm

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In Arizona and other Southwest states, dust storms can pop up at any time of the year, but most frequently occur during the monsoon...

Rattlesnake season is here. Yosemite rangers offer advice

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Yosemite National Park is home to the northern Pacific rattlesnake (Crotalus oreganus). It's the only rattlesnake found in the California park. It uses its...

Safety for roadside workers and stranded motorists in spotlight this month

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The recent Interstate 95 bus crash in Virginia that killed five people and injured dozens more has once again focused national attention on the...

Yosemite warns about irresponsible RV parking

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Yosemite National Park is a beautiful place and often packed with visitors. It can be tempting to park for just a few minutes (or...

Genius RV storage hacks and tips

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By Cheri Sicard Keeping an RV organized can feel like a never-ending battle. Space is limited, and clutter seems to multiply overnight. In the video...

21 unusual but brilliant uses for Dawn dish soap in your RV

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By Gail Marsh I’ve used it for years. Maybe you have, too. Dawn dish soap (the original blue formula) does a great job cleaning dishes,...

Headlight glare is getting worse. Here’s what to do when you’re blinded

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You’re rolling along after dark, minding your own business, and then it hits—an oncoming set of headlights so bright it feels like someone flipped...

Woman killed in RV fire linked to space heater

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A recent RV fire in Pennsylvania turned deadly after investigators linked the blaze to a portable space heater. According to authorities, the fire spread...

Bystander saves wheelchair-bound RVer as motorhome fire erupts

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A New Jersey couple’s afternoon nearly turned tragic in Dunn, North Carolina, when their Class A motorhome caught fire while parked at a convenience...

Why motorhome rollovers are so dangerous — and why seatbelts really matter

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Late in December 2025, we reported on a tragic motorhome crash that raised hard questions about how RVs behave in rollover situations, and what...

Major Google Maps update could doom trip planner apps

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The day of paying for an app to help you plan your trip's route or find places and services along the road may soon...

Wind topples RV, reminding RVers how fast a gust can ruin a trip

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WENDOVER, Utah — A pickup truck towing a travel trailer was blown over during a sudden windstorm on Saturday evening, Oct. 11, highlighting the...

Tankless RV water heaters aren’t what you think. Here’s why

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Ah, tankless RV water heaters! They've been hyped in a big way in recent times. But, as someone very wise once said, "All that...

Motorhome attempts to pass under low bridge. Not pretty

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For Pete's sake... Here's a great reminder to be sure you know the height of your RV. It's also a reminder to pay attention...

Plan a leaf-peeping trip with this interactive fall foliage map

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For years, if you were an autumn “leaf peeper,” it was tough to tell just where to be, and when, to catch the best...

Map showing road construction is a real eye-opener

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By J.R. Montigel If you have been on the road much lately, you have probably encountered a lot of road construction. It happens every summer,...

A simple fix to stop fighting with your fifth wheel front storage door

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It’s hard enough to get access to that basement storage in the front of your fifth wheel. Unless your rig is exceptionally tall—or you’re...

Frugal RVing tips from RVtravel.com readers who know how to save on the road

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Life on the road can be filled with beautiful views, great people, and, if you’re not careful, surprising expenses. So last week, we asked...

Are you a ‘frugal’ RVer? What’s your best tip?

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Calling all frugal RVers—we want your best money-saving tips! Do you have a clever way to stretch a dollar on the road? Maybe it’s a...

RV Tire Safety: What does tire ‘cold inflation’ mean?

Roger Marble -
OK, I know I have covered this before, but I still get some folks who either missed my posts or think what they remember...

Gadgets to keep RV black tanks stink-free and clean

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By Dustin Simpson Today, I want to introduce you to the Camco RV Holding Tank Swivel Stik Rinser, which helps keep your RV's black tank...

Essential tips for proper RV roof care

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Learn how to properly care for your RV roof with these essential tips. Discover the best products to clean and treat your rubber or...

Why you should upgrade your RV with the Roadmaster Comfort Ride Suspension System

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Join Ashley in the RV shop as she highlights an essential upgrade for travel trailers and 5th wheels with standard suspension systems: the Roadmaster...

Optimize space in your RV shower to make it feel bigger than it is

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By Gail Marsh I can sing in our RV’s shower, but there’s no room to dance! Trust me. Even though we have a “walk-in” shower...

‘Where’s the beef?’ It’s roadkill along this highway

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U.S. Highway 50 through Nevada has been promoted as the Loneliest Highway in America. But we wonder if state Highway 51 through Idaho might...

Instagram photo filter warns tourists when they’re too close to wildlife

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Social media has become an integral part of our lives, especially while vacationing. But the quest for the perfect selfie has led to some...

Hitch lock can help prevent your trailer from being stolen

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A Deming, New Mexico, man's experience may lead to enhanced security views for some in the RV community. It seems his travel trailer "vanished"...

RV oven features and tips even experienced RVers don’t know

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By Cheri Sicard Your RV oven is for more than storage! Who knew, right? Seriously, it's a great piece of equipment, especially when you're boondocking...

What to know before buying an RV from a private seller

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Buying an RV from a private seller can be a rewarding experience, but it requires careful consideration and due diligence. Here's a comprehensive guide...

Keeping bear spray in your RV can have disastrous consequences

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Traveling through "bear country" can be a bit unnerving, especially if you’re a hiker. Stories of big bruins "ruining your whole day" can just...

Beware of dangers when driving directly into the sun

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Driving on a beautiful sunny day can provide stunning scenery, but it can also create a hazard if the driver’s view is compromised by...

Video of horrifying RV crash illustrates important lesson

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By Chuck Woodbury I have struggled for a month now whether to show you the video directly below. But I have decided to go ahead...

How to double the shelf storage in your RV cabinets

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By Cheri Sicard The short video below from Totally Trailer can help you create more shelf storage in your RV cabinets. Storage space in RVs...

Quick, easy, and healthy RV breakfasts: Overnight oats 6 ways

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By Cheri Sicard The video below from the team at Toasty Apron wasn’t specifically made for RVers, but RVers who enjoy a healthy breakfast will...

Driving a Class A is not as scary as it looks

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Many folks, on "thinking" about getting their first Class A motorhome, are a bit intimidated. After all, they're so BIG! However do you pilot...

10 helpful tips for driving an RV at night

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By Gail Marsh A family emergency recently prompted us to drive our RV at night. We prefer to travel during daylight hours, but this time...

Easier and safer way to put on an RV cover

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Jim L. says he’s got a safer way to put on a cover: “We protect our 24′ Lazy Daze with a cloth RV cover....

Be prepared with an “extreme heat kit”

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A man died recently in Death Valley from extreme heat. He was found in his car by the side of the road. Others have...

Current heat wave could lead to tire blowouts

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The current heat wave is not only a serious health hazard for many people but could also damage your car or RV tires. “Underinflated tires...

Shower anywhere! How to make a portable shower

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By Cheri Sicard Jeff Wagg from Built to GO!, a van life YouTube channel, produced the video below to show different methods on how to...

RV slide-out maintenance and tips

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In this RV slide-out maintenance and tips video, we'll show you how to keep your RV slide-out in good condition. From cleaning, to inspecting,...

Class A demolished in freeway crash – Lessons learned? (Video)

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By Russ and Tiña De Maris Picture yourself on busy Interstate 5, in Everett, Washington, north of Seattle. The seemingly normal flow of traffic is...

Unconventional RV laundry hacks to save you time

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By Cheri Sicard Keep Your Daydream, one of our readers’ favorite RV YouTube channels, is here to help you keep your clothes clean with some...

What to buy, and why, before returning home from Mexico

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This article is for all the RVing Americans returning home from Mexico. Before you cross that border when returning home from Mexico, WAIT! It...

Cast Iron Care: How to clean and season cast iron

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By Cheri Sicard When we polled our readers about essential items they use most often in their RV kitchens, versatile cast iron came up high...

Inflation is soaring…still! How to stretch your camping dollars

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As inflation is still impacting all of us, knowing how to stretch your camping dollars can come in handy. Summer RV trip planning may...

A place you probably haven’t thought of to store shoes in your RV

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Finding a place to store shoes in your RV is always a game. Having limited space to store anything is challenging. Especially challenging...

RVtravel.com’s BEST RV YouTube channels awards

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I absolutely LOVE my job as RVtravel.com’s video editor. Each week I get to come up with six new interesting YouTube RV videos. But...

Getting your rig safely to the bottom of that long grade

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Old trucker's maxim: "You can go down the hill too slow many times. You can go down the hill too fast only once." Getting the...

How to get a teenager to like camping again

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Even the most ardent RVing families can find their teenager(s) less than excited about upcoming camping trips. We found our RV languished next to...
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