The Ultimate RV Safety Checklist Before You Hit the Road
7th Oct 2026
By Grant Wakerley, Technical Project Manager, RV Supplies
Before you hit the road this spring, take a moment to think about one thing: safety. Whether you're heading away for a long weekend or embarking on a full summer adventure, making sure your motorhome or caravan is in top condition will save you time, stress, and potentially a lot more.
Weight and load balance
Confirm your loaded weight is within your vehicle and trailer limits, check your tow ball down weight using a Milenco Tow Ball Weig
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The Key to Safer Towing: Tow Ball Weight and Load Distribution
7th Oct 2026
By Grant Wakerley, Technical Project Manager, RV Supplies
When it comes to towing a caravan or trailer, most of us focus on the big things: making sure the tyres are good, the brakes are working, and the mirrors give us clear visibility. However, there is one element that often gets overlooked yet plays a significant role in safety: tow ball weight and how your load is distributed.
Why tow ball weight matters
Tow ball weight, sometimes called tow ball download or nose weight, is the downward for
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Lock It or Lose It: How to Keep Your Motorhome and Caravan Secure
7th Oct 2026
By Roydon Olynsma, General Manager, RV Supplies
For most of us, our motorhome or caravan isn't just a vehicle, it's our home on wheels. It's filled with memories, gear, and often thousands of dollars' worth of equipment. Yet when you park up at a campsite, rest area, or even at home, it's surprisingly easy to overlook one of the most important parts of travel preparation: security.
With thefts and break ins increasing during the warmer months when more people are travelling, now's the time to ta
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