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See What Others Can’t: Why Towing Mirrors Are Essential in New Zealand If you’ve ever towed a caravan or large trailer, you’ll know that visibility can change in an instant. Your standard vehicle mirrors, which work perfectly day to day, suddenly don’t show the full picture once there’s a caravan sitting behind you. That’s where towing mirrors come in — not just as a convenience, but as a legal and safety essential on New Zealand roads. Understanding Ne …

Lock It or Lose It: How to Keep Your Motorhome & Caravan Secure 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 wh …

The Key to Safer Towing: Tow Ball Weight and Load Distribution 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’s 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) …