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INBOX - latest news and featuresSee the ARCHIVE for previously featured stories - Do you have some motorhome related news? let us know!  MID SEASON LAUNCHES ANNOUNCED FOR INDUSTRY'S NEW SOUTHERN SHOWFor the first time in six years, a major industry supported show will be staged in the South of EnglandThe Motorhome, Caravan and Camping Show will pitch up at London ExCeL from the 14th-19th February 2012, offering motorhome, caravan, holiday home, camping and outdoor leisure enthusiasts the opportunity to view the very latest products from over 300 major manufacturers, dealers and leisure accessory suppliers As well as being a great place to buy, book and browse, a wealth of free, interactive and entertaining features are also on offer for every member of the family to enjoy, making a trip to the Show a great-value, half-term holiday day-out. These include a special guest appearance from leading TV chef James Martin in the Cookery Theatre on Thursday 16th and Saturday 18th February. The Show will occupy over 60,000 square metres of the premier Olympic venue and is being organised at the request of the industry by NCC Events, the exhibitions arm of the National Caravan Council. All the latest models of caravans, motorhomes, tents, trailer tents, lodges and holiday homes will be on display including many mid-season new launches from well loved brands revealed to the public for the very first time (a full list of launches and model information is included in Editors' Notes). The Show is the perfect place to plan and book your 2012 escapes Travel and tourism experts from across the UK and Europe will be offering destination inspiration with information on a huge choice of great value campsites, holiday parks and day-out attractions. You can also stock up on innovative new gadgets and 'must not travel without' essentials on sale from the Accessory Megastores and independent specialists, many at 'Show-Only' prices. The Caravan Club is the Show's Official Partner and will be offering free 20 minute one-to-one expert tuition on how to drive a motorhome or tow a touring caravan safely. Both rookies and experienced tourers can use the sessions to build confidence, brush-up on skills and pick-up tips. All sessions are supervised by fully qualified Caravan Club instructors and are free to try (don't forget your driving license). The Camping and Caravanning Club is also supporting the Show, providing free advice on choosing the best tents and camping gear according to your requirements and running a series of expert talks on how to turn your dream 'flydrive' holiday to far-flung destinations such as Australia, Iceland, South Africa, Argentina, Canada and the USA into reality in 'Worldwide Escapes'. There are indoor archery lessons plus the chance to have a go at canoeing, kayaking and sailing under expert guidance on an indoor pool. Cookery demonstrations from professional chefs including TV's James Martin will deliver delicious ideas for 'meals on the move', an Experts' Advice Centre and Tent Clinic will help you find solutions to camping, caravanning and motorhoming related quandaries, plus there will be competitions to win amazing prizes and appearances from special celebrity guests. NEWS OF MOTORHOMES ON SHOW
Adria
Meet Auto-Trail's newest Frontiers, and more
Bailey's new Approach to motorhomes
The Chausson ones?
Elddis Aspires to the greats
Romahome rolls out the R's...
Swift quick off the mark with new launches
NEWS OF VAN CONVERSIONS ON SHOW
All new for Autocruise
California Dreaming NEW MODELS - Campervantastic will be launching the all-new VW Beach at the show and offering those visitors considering their first motor home holiday the option of trying before they buy through their VW California rental service. Stand S424a
CMC Stay Tight Lipped About On-Stand Surprise
Murvi's sweet new Pimento
Wellhouse happy with Hyundai
All this for a great-value ticket price starting at just £7 for seniors aged 60+ years and £8 for adults, (if booked before 13th February 2012) with accompanied children under 16 years admitted free of charge. A £1 transaction fee applies to advance bookings. A free comprehensive guide will be available for visitors on entry to the Show. ExCeL is easy to get to by rail or road and parking at the venue for visitors to The Motorhome, Caravan and Camping Show is free, subject to availability. To book advance tickets and reserve car parking visit www.motorhomecaravanandcamping.co.uk or call 0844 858 6756. The award-winning Elddis Aspire motorhome range expands with an all-new 4-berth model the all-new Elddis Aspire 265 fixed-bed 4 berth luxury motorhome The Elddis Aspire motorhome range boasts class-leading specification at a competitive price, but until now the range consisted of three different 2-berth models - and the Aspire's opulent luxury restricted to couples. Elddis is therefore delighted to announce the arrival of the all-new 4-berth Aspire 265, which brings the award-winning luxury range to the family market for the first time. Elddis decided to produce the Aspire 265 following increasing Customer demand for a family version of the only real luxury motorhome with an affordable price tag - and advance orders prior to its official unveiling promise an auspicious launch. The Aspire 265 boasts a large fixed bed at the rear, alongside a spacious and impressive bathroom, with class-leading design, fixtures and fittings. Up front, the Aspire 265 has an L-shape seating arrangement with swivel captains' chairs and large stowaway dining table, creating a flexible space for family dining and entertaining. The lounge converts quickly and easily into a further sizeable double bed for family or travelling companions. The Aspire range, including the new fixed bed 4-berth Aspire 265, has more specification as standard than any competitor models, including: easy clean Aquaclean ® fabric; LED multi-way mood lighting; memory foam mattress; tinted privacy glass; rear view camera with night vision; Sky-View ® opening cab sunroof with blind; cab air conditioning and cruise control. The Aspire is modern and distinctly different by design - rich 'Boston Walnut' craftsman-built furniture with contrasting 'Snow White' worktops and feature locker doors.   the Aspire range comes with a kitchen extractor fan unit. The Aspire's control panels are simple and easy-to-use Whilst the Aspire comes with more standard specification than its rivals, there are further opportunities to personalise each model, including options for wraparound seating and optional leather interior. Intelligent technology includes: a Heki 4 remote controlled rain-sensitive self-closing rooflight and a telemetry link for the ALDE central heating system which lets you programme heating and hot water via your mobile phone.    the Aspire range boasts award-winning kitchens and masses of practical storage The Aspire kitchen is designed to reflect domestic kitchen trends, is spacious and stylish in every detail and has been described as 'sensational'. The Aspire comes with: dual fuel hob with three gas burners and 800w electric hotplate in luxury anthracite finish; Dometic extractor unit over hob; clear vision multi-speed extractor fan; 175 litre smart energy fridge-freezer, also in anthracite finish; black enamel sink with chopping board and drainer with dedicated storage; Spinflo flush fit oven with an extra shelf and light, plus separate pan storage and a mounted microwave.  the Aspire bathroom epitomises luxury The Aspire bathroom is just as impressive with its granite effect sink and its tile effect separate shower cubicle. The bathroom also boasts a heated towel rail; Dometic CT3000 ceramic toilet with electric flush; plus, chrome taps, shower mixer and accessories. Unique to Aspire is its ALDE Hydronic radiator central heating system which comes with a 24-hour 7-day timer which continues to heat the Aspire whilst it is being driven. Customers have been quick to praise the new Aspire range: 'one of the best motorhomes in its price range'; 'over the moon … it has superb handling and amazing MPG all round … top class motorhome for the money'; 'I have had six brand new motorhomes … my new Aspire supercedes them by miles … what a motorhome!' We hope that by introducing a new 4-berth model to our luxury motorhome range, families will now be able to enjoy the unique experience that only Aspire can offer. The Aspire 265 will be unveiled at The Motorhome, Caravan and Camping Show at London's ExCeL, 14-19 February 2012.
Find out more about Elddis' motorhome safety campaign: HONORARY VICE PRESIDENCY FOR CHIEF GUIDEChief Guide Gill Slocombe has become an honorary Vice President of The Camping and Caravanning Club. Gill, selected as Girlguiding UK's Chief Guide in May 2011, was voted in at the Club's AGM in Scotland last month. She originally joined the movement as a Brownie and has continued to support guiding and the outdoors lifestyle ever since. It is a long-standing tradition for the Club to invite the Chief Guide and Chief Scout (Bear Grylls is already an honorary VP) to maintain that historic link between the organisations. Lord Robert Baden-Powell of Gilwell (President from 1919-40), who founded the Scout and Guide movements, and his grandson Lord Robert Baden Powell (President from 1992-2002), have both been Club Presidents. Robert Louden, the Club's Director General, is enthused by the news and said: "Encouraging young people to enjoy the outdoor lifestyle is key for both the Club and Girlguiding UK and that is why we are delighted to have Gill as an honorary Vice President. "As two leading outdoors associations, we look forward to continuing to maintain a strong relationship to inspire the youth of today to continue to enjoy the outdoors and keep our traditions alive." Gill added: "I'm thrilled to have been elected honorary Vice President of the Club as my family and I have enjoyed camping and caravanning holidays for many years. "Girlguiding UK actively promotes the value of getting outdoors and, of course, camping is a big part of the range of exciting and adventurous opportunities we offer our young members and volunteers." For more information about the Club's history, visit: www.campingandcaravanningclub.co.uk/aboutus/history Record breaking 70,000 holiday bookings made in one day...Caravan Club Advance Booking Service
[8 Dec 2011]
Lawrence Bate, The Club's Director of Marketing, says "A series of improvements have been made throughout the year to ensure members are able to make their bookings in a timely and user-friendly manner. The signs are showing that 2012 really will be the year of caravanning and that the domestic tourism industry is in good health." As part of the series of improvements, and in light of member feedback, The Club has been urging members to be considerate when making bookings. This has been done by introducing email reminders for bookings which has seen late cancellations reduce by 20%. The Club has also asked members to give as much notice as possible when cancelling so that others can take advantage of the pitch in question. The minimum notice required for any pitch cancellation is 72 hours. Members who cancel inside 72 hours, or fail to turn up at a booked pitch, three times during 2012 will forfeit their ability to book for 14 days and any forward bookings will also be cancelled. The Club has also asked members to give a minimum of 72 hours notice if they decide to leave a site early. Notice given to the site warden for an early departure within 72 hours will incur a charge of one site night. The late cancellations and early departure policy will result in more pitches being available to members, and it certainly has not deterred the annual booking frenzy, which is further proof of the burgeoning popularity of caravanning. Brownhills closes Preston[23 Nov 2011] Their statement reads: "This decision has not been made lightly due to the impact on staff and customers, however the branch’s significant historical dependence on Hymer sales has meant that it has suffered not only due to the general decline in motorhome sales over the past few years, but additionally due to the heavy depreciation of Sterling versus the Euro and resulting price increases." "Brownhills will continue to act as a dealer for Hymer motorhomes from its Newark and Durham branches and welcomes Hymer's recent statement that it will be looking to grow its dealer network in the UK." This closure comes hot on the heels of the closure of its Swindon branch in July. Preston customers who have left deposits for the purchase of motorhomes or who have vehicles booked in for service and repair work are being contacted directly to offer them the opportunity of dealing with the Newark and Durham branches. This appears to mean that Hymer UK effectively ceases to exist, with Hymer sales being integrated into the dealer's two remaining branches. Caravan Club announces temporary campsite for members in support of the London 2012 Olympic Games[12 October 2011]The Caravan Club is excited to announce it is creating a temporary site to the north-east of London to give members easy access to Olympic venues in 2012. This will provide a very cost-effective accommodation solution for caravanners and motorhomers wishing to attend the event. The site will be called 'The Caravan Club Barleylands Temporary Site' and will be at Barleylands Farm Park and Craft Village, Barleylands Road, Billericay, Essex CM11 2UD. The site will cater for approximately 400 pitches and will be open from Friday 27 July 2012 to Sunday 12 August 2012 inclusive. Lawrence Bate, Director of Marketing at The Caravan Club, says, "We are thrilled to be able to offer this temporary site to caravanners and motorhome owners, as it will complement our existing sites for those members who want to experience all the events taking place in London during summer 2012." Len Short, Events Manager at The Caravan Club says, "The Club is very much looking forward to welcoming bookings from members, with confidence and pride that we can deliver a first class service for them." Booking services for 'The Caravan Club Barleylands Temporary Site' opened on Monday 3 October. Bookings can be made either via The Club's website or direct with the Events Department on 01342 336666. Site fees are £22.00 per night with electric hook-up or £18.00 per night without electric hook-up. This is a pitch fee and there is no extra fee payable per person. BOAT AND CARAVAN SHOW CANCELLEDIt is with great disappointment that a decision has been taken to cancel the 2012 Boat & Caravan Show, the UK's largest event for individuals and families wanting to get the most out of the Great British Outdoors with a history spanning more than 50 years. The decision to cancel the show has been taken because of a lack of support from the caravan manufacturers and their dealers, despite having strong support from all other parts of the show (marine, holiday homes & lodges, tourism, accessories and outdoor leisure). Caravans have always been an integral part of the show which attracted over 87,000 paying visitors at a highly successful show last February. Earlier this year, following a failure to secure the Boat & Caravan tenancy at the NEC, the National Caravan Council, with the support of the caravan manufacturers announced plans to launch its own event at London Excel to compete with the 2012 Boat and Caravan Show. Having consulted the market and in particular caravan dealers, Ocean Media Group, the owner of the Boat & Caravan Show, was convinced that a national show was needed to support the leisure sector. The show concept was fully endorsed by the Camping and Caravanning Club and leading exhibitors from all parts of the leisure sector – including a number of caravan dealers. Despite their enthusiasm, these dealers latterly felt unable to participate in the show; this undermined one of the main pillars of the show and renders it no longer viable. The Outdoor Leisure Show was an investment made by OMG to deliver a new audience of outdoor enthusiasts to the caravan market. Although the show achieved it's objective in delivering new unique visitors it was reliant on cross over visitors from Boat and Caravan to survive and so it too is unfortunately no longer viable. Trevor Barratt, CEO – Ocean Media said that "loyal exhibitors, including a number of caravan dealers, and the shows many visitors will feel sorry that due to a lack of support from one element of the industry, the 2012 show has cancelled after more than 50 years". For further information please contact Andy Gibb at Andy.Gibb@oceanmedia.co.uk or 024 7657 1182. Discover Leisure in administrationDealer pulls NEC show stand[Saturday 15th October] A statement from the company issued at 7.30am on Friday 14th October reads: "Discover Leisure announces that, at it's request, trading of its shares on AIM has been suspended from 7.30am on 14 October 2011 pending clarification of its financial position. "Further to the announcement dated 10 October 2011, the board has continued to vigorously pursue a number of opportunities to find additional finance to secure the on-going trade of the business. Despite the extremely challenging trading conditions and financial environment, the board has had some success in finding financial investors who have indicated an intention to invest additional capital or acquire certain assets of the Company. However, the Board now believes that it is increasingly unlikely that an acceptable solution to the funding issues which the Group faces can be secured in the necessary timeframe. Accordingly, the Company has requested a suspension of the listing and trading of the Company's ordinary shares with immediate effect, pending clarification of the Company's financial position. " A later statement adds: "Following this morning's announcement regarding the suspension of trading of the Company's ordinary shares, the board is now providing a further update. "As previously announced, the Company has faced challenging trading conditions and the board has been actively pursuing a number of options to raise additional capital. These options have included selling certain assets of the Company and securing alternative equity and debt financing from trade and financial parties. Prior to the Company's suspension of trading in its shares, negotiations were on-going with a number of parties and it was hopeful that sufficient additional funding or a business disposal would be completed. It has now, however, become clear that neither solution can be achieved within the foreseeable future. As a result, and, following discussions with the Company's lenders, unfortunately it also became clear that the Company was unable to continue trading as a going concern. Consequently, the Board has appointed Mark Granville Firman and Paul Andrew Flint of KPMG as administrators to the Company. "The Directors and management will be working with the administrators to try and ensure that the business is saved in part or as a whole and as many of its employees as possible maintain their jobs within the business." Discover Leisure has sites in York, Newbald, Delamere, Chorley, Darlington and Birtley. DVLA revise their rule change on campervan conversions[last updated 13th September 2011] We asked them what new criteria were being applied, this is the response we received: When describing the external appearance of a vehicle DVLA applies a 'reasonableness test' which is based on how a member of the public or police would describe the vehicle in traffic or if parked on the road. This is a longstanding procedure. Whilst vehicles kept or used on public roads in Great Britain must meet both domestic and European regulations such as Type Approval, DVLA body type descriptions are a separate entity to approval requirements. This seemed to us to represent a very narrow interpretation of the term 'motor caravan' and appeared to impose much stricter requirements than those required by EU Type Approval legislation. Taken at face value it seems to mean that NO conversions of any type of vehicle that has been previously registered will be able to re-register with a change of body type to motor caravan (unless they have had a coachbuilt body fitted), even bone-fide professional conversions that any reasonable person would consider to be a motor caravan. It had implications for speed limits, since the term 'motor caravan' is used to determine that passenger vehicle, rather than goods vehicle, speed limits apply. MOT tests are another potential problem area where the type of test which is applicable may be affected if a vehicle is not described as a motor caravan on the V5C. For vehicles over 3500kg GVW it is possible that the regulations relating to drivers hours and the fittment of speed limiters and tachographs may also apply if the vehicle is not described as a motor caravan on the V5C. We now hear that, following many complaints about the new policy, they have re-examined the issue. We asked for an explanation of the revised policy and received the following: Apologies for the delay in replying we have been further reviewing our policy around the allocation of bodytype descriptions for motorcaravans taking into account the views of customers/key stakeholders like yourself. Recognising the impact the policy may have on professional converters and our customers who self build I am pleased to inform you that following a further review the policy will allow greater flexibility for vehicles which have been modified both internally and externally from the manufacturers original specification after first registration and consideration will be given to conversions which have been carried out professionally where the customer can provide documentary evidence from the converter or a self build conversion where the customer can provide documentary evidence of the build. In addition to documentary evidence customers will still be required to provide external and internal photographic evidence of the conversion/build and also return their V5C for amendment. As previously advised cases can vary significantly and DVLA deals with each case individually, based on the photographic and documentary evidence provided by the customer/registered keeper. DVLA will continue to consider applications requesting a change of body type description but we will need to consider both the internal and external appearance of a vehicle. I should advise you that conversions will still be required to meet the internal criteria required for a motorhome/motorcaravan but greater flexibility will be applied to the external appearance of a vehicle. We submitted photos of a panel van, which had been converted some years after it's original registration, to them for appraisal. Under the 'original' revised policy, as far as we can tell, it would have been classed as a 'van with windows', now they have confirmed that it would be classified as a 'motor caravan'. It seems to us that there should now be no difficulty in registering a conversion as a motor caravan, providing that the conversion meets the 'reasonableness test' and that the exterior has been modified by at least having windows fitted. See our Motorhome FAQs page for more on the definition of a motor caravan and the 'reasonableness test'. Dometic celebrates fantastic achievement
[June 2011]
Dometic specialist fridges are in use across the globe in all types of environments; be that in a caravan, a motorhome, on a boat, an emergency vehicle or hotel.
Dometic was founded in 1923 when two Swedish students invented the absorption system and the refrigerators went into commercial production. This is the only technology that enables silent cooling and is still at the core of today's Dometic refrigerators. The Swedish Electrolux Group recognised this ground-breaking idea and swiftly secured the patents, as well as the patent from Albert Einstein who had invented an alternative version of the absorption fridge known as the ‘Einstein Refrigerator’. In the 1960's the absorption fridge enjoyed a renaissance due to the surge in popularity of caravanning and were produced under the Siegas name before Electrolux took over the Siegas company in 1973. The focus in the following years was on the global expansion of the hotel and leisure vehicle market. This type of specialist refrigeration was quickly established around the world and increasingly differentiated itself from the household market. Electrolux therefore decided to concentrate on the domestic sector whilst Dometic swiftly established itself as its own brand, expanding into automotive, truck, medical and retail industries. Tim Shaw, Managing Director, Dometic UK said "From our original beginnings way back in 1923, through to our new absorption factory in Seigen Germany, the technical advances have been dramatic. Dometic UK is proud to celebrate this massive milestone of 10 million refrigerators manufactured. This is truly a testament to the trust our customers place in us and the on-going quality of our products." Today, the Dometic Group employs approximately 6,600 people worldwide, supplies more than 100 special products for mobile leisure and on average, two complete hotels per day are equipped with Dometic minibars worldwide. The limited edition fridge is a symbol of celebration and Dometic Group’s colossal achievement. Here’s to the next ten million! www.dometic.com/enuk/Europe/United-Kingdom/Start/ Wellhouse Leisure's Hyundai i800 camper wins Motorcaravan of the Year award at Stratford Show
[June 2011]
Despite tough competition from Fiat and VW based vehicles the judges were unanimous in naming the Hyundai as the winner. The development of the Hyundai camper was done both at our Huddersfield factory and at our roof suppliers Reimo in Frankfurt. This vehicle has been well received in the short time its been available and this award is well received in recognition of all the hard work the staff at Wellhouse Leisure have put in to get this project on the road. We are already upping production from 50 per a year to 100 as demand is already so high and this will hopefully mean more manufacturing jobs. For more information and specification details, Wellhouse Leisure is on 01484 600416, www.wellhouseleisure.com. TYREPAL INTRODUCES NEW "FIT AND FORGET" TYRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM[June 2011] The sensors replace the standard dust caps on the tyres and have anti-theft collars to prevent them being stolen. There are only two steps to install the new TA22 system:
1.Set the usual cold tyre pressures for your vehicle (up to 145psi).
The TA range is designed to monitor your tyres and display diagnostic information and warnings if things go wrong. The system automatically sets alert levels based on the target tyre pressures that you input and provides immediate diagnostic information in the event of a tyre problem - it will only alert you when there are problems. The display defaults to just an outline of the vehicles and the wheel positions being monitored, but lights up and displays relevant information in the event of an alert. However, a push button enables you to scroll through the wheels to display the actual pressures and temperatures at any time. John Pye, MD of TyrePal, says "The TA22 range is ideally suited to someone who just wants warnings to show if there is a problem and does not wish to be constantly looking at their tyre pressures. If you will be regularly changing the tyre pressures or need to see the actual pressures in real time, then one of our TD series products may be more suitable". The TA22 range comes in various configurations, starting with a 2-wheel system (TA22/2) for a single-axle caravan where the towcar already has TPMS and the owner just wants to include monitoring for the caravan or trailer. Because it is so easy to add additional sensors we can now meet the needs of owners who would like to add the facility of monitoring their caravan spare wheel also. The TA22/4 four sensor system is suitable for an owner with a twin-axle caravan (and again an additional sensor can monitor the spare wheel). This configuration can also be used on 4-wheel motorhomes. The TA22/6 will suit either tag-axle or twin-wheel 6-wheeler motorhomes.
The system is supplied with everything needed:
1 Monitor unit with rechargeable battery
Prices:
TA22/2 Two-wheel system - £125 including VAT
Order online or get further information at www.tyrepal.co.uk. We hope to have a system on test in due course Bailey MotorhomesBailey Motorhomes: A new Approach to value[October 2011] Models will be coach-built using the same high performance Alu-Tech construction system featured in our existing caravan ranges and will also include a GRP outer skin on the bodyshell panels and floor base for extra durability. Over the past twelve months Bailey has been working on modifying the Alu-Tech system to specifically suit the needs of a motorhome and then subjecting the resulting vehicles to a series of accelerated life and structural safety tests as well as being given a thorough examination in a climate control chamber at the internationally renowned Millbrook Proving Ground to ensure that every aspect of the new designs have been thoroughly evaluated prior to launch. As a result all models are insulated to Grade III classification of EN1645-I thermal insulation, allowing you to holiday all year round, and will be supplied with a market-leading 10-Year fully comprehensive and fully transferable body shell integrity guarantee* to provide you with long term peace of mind. The Approach SE is however much more than a high-performance bodyshell- it is the complete vehicle -It offers the high performance package provided by a well-specified Peugeot Euro 5 cab, an AL-KO AMC chassis and an Alu-Tech bodyshell -It offers beautifully-styled and spacious British interiors which provide comfort and practicality in equal measure. -It offers a list of standard equipment over and above what you normally expect to find in vehicles in this part of the market And thanks to the Bailey trademark value for money policy this ground-breaking motorhomes it is now available for considerably less than other comparable products currently on the market. On the road prices for the Approach SE range will be as follows:- Approach SE 620 £41,000 OTR On the road (OTR) price includes a recommended cost of £1,450 to cover delivery to a retailer in Great Britain, number plates (incl VAT), 12 months vehicle excise duty, first registration fee and VAT @ 20% Models will be unveiled for the first time at the Motorhome and Caravan Show 2011, NEC, Birmingham (Stand 19-29 Hall 19) on 11th October. Display models will be arriving at Retailer Depots from November onwards. A full product microsite, containing comprehensive product images and information, including a 360 degree product tour of each model, plus details of your local Bailey Motorhome Retailer is now live @ www.baileyapproach.co.uk National Caravan Council concern over fixed gas tank installationsSurprisingly there is no European or UK standard for the specification, installation, testing or maintenance of fixed LPG tanks for the supply of LPG to domestic appliances. Current installers of these tanks will normally follow the directions of their suppliers, which are usually based on the use of LPG as a propulsion fuel. Many motorhome manufacturers may be reluctant to to fit LPG tanks as standard, or as an option, in the absence of specific technical standards. The NCC is therefore to work with the industry towards the creation of a European Standard covering all aspects of the installation, testing and maintenance of fixed LPG tanks for domestic use. In the meantime the NCC has advised its members that it does not support the installation of such tanks. TYREPAL INTRODUCES TYRE PRESSURE MONITORING FOR CARAVANS AND MOTORHOMESRead our review of this system.
Now TyrePal has introduced a system which will enable you to wirelessly monitor tyre pressures from your driving seat. The TD1200-AX04 uses valve-cap sensors to transmit accurate pressure and temperature data from up to 4 tyres, so a motorhome's tyre pressures can be continuously monitored, the system can also be used on 2-wheel single-axle and 4-wheel twin-axle caravans. Installation takes approximately five minutes - there's no need to remove the tyres, no wiring and generally no need to even re-balance the wheels. Simply screw the lightweight sensors onto your tyre valves in place of the normal caps, fit the anti-theft collars if required and position the monitor in view of the driver. Pressures up to 180psi (12 bar) can be monitored and accuracy is ±3 psi, displayed in psi, bar or kPa.
The TD1200-AX04 continuously displays pressure for each tyre and gives audible and visual alerts for low pressure or high temperature. A backlight is provided for night driving. Power for the monitor can be from internal AAA batteries or from the vehicle's 12V power supply by means of the supplied power cord. Lithium batteries in the valve-cap sensors last for 1-2 years and are replaceable.
TyrePal is also introducing the TD2200-AX06 for vehicles with up to 6 wheels - for example a tag-axle or twin rear wheeled motorhome, a car plus 2-wheel caravan or a 4-wheel twin-axle caravan (with spare wheel). This unit also monitors up to 180psi (12 bar) and the individual axles can have their own alert levels set. TyrePal also sells the TD1000-AX for cars and other vehicles with monitoring up to 60psi (4 bar). TyrePal also has another system (TD2000) for monitoring 8 or 10 wheels - ideal for a car plus twin-axle caravan or 6-wheel motorhomes with a TOAD (towed vehicle). This system incorporates a relay to capture and transmit the signal to the cab monitor - necessary because of the longer distances involved. For up to date prices, to order online or get further information see www.tyrepal.co.uk. Information is presented here in good faith - we will be pleased to include further details or corrections on request. |
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To
celebrate the production of the ten millionth fridge, a highly-prized, limited edition
model, decorated with exquisite SWAROVSKI crystals has been produced. There are
only five of these in existence and this particular model, the RMD8505 was chosen
due to its sleek design and popularity within the caravan and motorhome market. It is
factory-fitted to a variety of leisure vehicles, although without the crystals!
TyrePal Ltd , the specialists in tyre pressure monitoring systems (TPMS), are delighted to announce the introduction of a further range of models to complement their TD range which has established itself as the system of choice for many caravanners and motorhome owners who recognise the importance of monitoring their tyre pressures and temperatures.
Owing to demand from some trailer and motorhome owners who told us that they wanted a "Fit and Forget" system rather than one which constantly displayed the tyre pressures, the TA range meets that need, and additonally brings them at new lower price points starting at £125.
Any of the TA22 systems can be extended afterwards with additional sensors up to a total of 22 wheels, and a booster can be added afterwards if the transmission distance so requires.
Bailey of Bristol has a proven track record of bringing well designed, well equipped,
yet affordable products to market and in the process make the enjoyment of an outdoor
leisure holiday accessible to a wider audience. This ethos is one which has helped
Bailey to become the number one touring caravan brand in the UK and it is one which
the company be applying to its first range of Approach SE motorhomes.
Having the correct tyre pressures is especially important with motorhomes and caravans, and yet most of us are surely guilty of meaning to check those pressures but it always seems to slip our minds doesn't it? And even if we do check them we have no way of knowing what happens to those pressures whilst we're driving along.