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How to Calculate Your Motorhome Payload

Your motorhome’s legal payload is the difference between its Maximum Technically Permissible Laden Mass and its Mass in Running Order. However, you should aim to keep your loaded weight at 85% of maximum to account… 

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The Most Common Mistakes When Buying a Motorhome

Most first-time motorhome buyers lose £8,000-£15,000 trading up within 18 months due to under-speccing payload capacity, failing to check for damp ingress, and choosing vehicle size based on intimidation rather than actual usage needs. These… 

Interior view of motorhome showing drop-down bed mechanism above seating area in lowered position

Fixed Bed vs Drop-Down Bed: Which is Better?

Fixed beds suit static campers and families who prioritise a permanent bedroom over height flexibility. Drop-down beds suit tourers who need sub-3m clearance for tunnels and height barriers, but only if you’re willing to stage…