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This is the first chapter of the new mini-series we want to share with you, where we will be interviewing different vanlifers across our community, offering you an insider view of what it is like travelling in a converted van in the UK and Europe. Our friends at Climbing Van have dedicated their time to share with us some insider knowledge about their experience so far. Keep tuned!

Anyone who travels by motorhome knows that a well-functioning battery is very important. Motorhomes consume a lot of electricity, which also explains why they usually have two batteries: the starter battery and the leisure battery. The latter is essential to power your equipment, such as lights, pump or a fridge. In order to help you to figure out which kind of leisure battery to choose, we will present the pros and cons of each one and show you how to determine your electricity consumption and the required battery storage capacity.

Is your motorhome mattress new but too firm? Or is it used and you're not sure whether to change it or get a mattress topper? Maybe you are about to buy a mattress for your camper van but are feeling overwhelmed by the range of options?We are going to explain how to improve your current mattress and what key points to be aware about when buying a new one.

Campervans are more than just a place to rest your head at night; they’re your home on wheels. Whether you’re spending a few nights at a time in the van, or entire weeks on the road, you want your mobile home to hold all those home comforts you need to feel properly settled in.

Electricity in a motorhome is a recurring problem. With all the electronic appliances like our TV, GPS and coffee machine, we use a lot of electricity. Recharging the battery of our motorhome is essential when on the road. In fact, for every hour on the road, your battery recharges around 8 AH (Amp/hour), yet we use nearly 45 AH (Amp/hour) every day. What’s more, if you’re not driving very often, you will have to find a complementary source of energy if you don’t want to sleep in a tent every night. Solar panels for campervans have become essential, as they are an important energy complement for your auxiliary battery.