Camper Trailer Australia celebrates the off-road touring lifestyle, and is the ‘go-to’ for independent reviews of new camper trailers and hybrid caravans. Our trusted reviewers leave no stone unturned, helping you find the right camper trailer for your needs — from affordable entry-level trailers, to high-end, no-expenses-spared RVs. Camper Trailer Australia is full of reviews of 4WD and SUV tow-vehicles written by leading automotive journalists, and we’re serious about bringing you the very best aftermarket 4WD gear and camping gadgets for your off-road adventures. Camper Trailer Australia will inspire you with stunning Australian destinations both near and far, while providing technical advice, camping tips and recipes to make life on (and off) the road easier.

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MOVING with the TIMES • PERFORMING A MODIFICATION YOURSELF OFTEN SIMPLIFIES YOUR LIFE AND IMPROVES THE WAY YOU DO THINGS.

GETTING OUT AND ABOUT

GET THE RIGHT GEAR • RECOVERING A STUCK 4WD IS DANGEROUS WORK, SO HAVING THE RIGHT GEAR WILL REDUCE THE RISK FACTOR MASSIVELY AND ALLOW YOU TO CONTINUE ON YOUR WAY.

LITTLE FISH, BIG • MARLIN CAMPERS CONTINUE TO PUNCH WAY ABOVE THEIR WEIGHT, APPEALING TO A LARGE AND SOMEWHAT FORGOTTEN POOL OF CAMPERS

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CAMPING ON THE CHEAP • FUEL, ACCOMMODATION, FOOD AND DRINK, ADMITTANCE FEES AND TOURS ALL CONSPIRE TO EAT UP THE TRAVELLER’S HARD-EARNED CASH. HERE’S HOW TO SPEND LESS ON EACH OF THESE MONEY-MUNCHING REALITIES SO THAT YOUR TRIPS CAN LAST FOR LONGER WITHOUT HURTING YOUR SAVINGS.

SPENDING MONEY TO SAVE MONEY • Here are a few less obvious and more out-there tips for serious savers.

HOW TO ESCAPE • Domestic travel is set to skyrocket, and with the holiday season not too far away, you can expect it to be busier than normal. Here are some tips to avoid the crowds.

BEST BEACH CAMPS

CUB’S JUICY DOUBLE • CUB’S NEW FAMILY CAMPER TAKES CENTRE STAGE, DISPLAYING CARAVAN COMFORT IN A ROUGH AND READY OFFROADER.

DUCAL GRANDEUR • THE GRAND DUKE SITS AT THE TOP OF THE GOLDFIELDS SALES SHEETS BUT COMES FROM A FAMILY OF SEVEN CAMPERS ALL FEATURING DESIGN CONSIDERATIONS FOR OUR LOCAL MARKET

CTA SPECS GOLDFIELDS CAMPERS GRAND DUKE

MY21 D-MAX

SOOTHING SIZZLING SUMMER SCORCHER • Our survival expert Scott Heiman considers what we can do to remain as cool as a cucumber this summer. With everything from common sense, healthy hacks and even a little Feng Shui, there’s no reason to be burnt to a crisp when the going gets hot.

TEMPERATURE RISING • Many people think the only reason they feel hot is because of the ambient air temperature. However, there are other factors that can cause your body temperature to rise. Here are a few common contributors to heat stress:

FAST FACTS

EXPERIENCE THE MAGIC OF THE CORAL COAST • Most people think that exploring the stunning Coral Coast in Western Australia is best done during the cooler months but ask the locals and they will tell you, “It’s even better in summer.”

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FAST FACTS

BEAUTIFUL BROADWATER • EQUIPPED FOR LONG STAYS OFF THE GRID, BUILT TO GET YOU THERE, AND COMFORTABLE ENOUGH FOR YOU TO WANT TO LINGER, THIS OFFERING SETS THE BAR HIGH FOR HYBRIDS.

CTA SPECS HINCHINBROOK DB13

SIMPLE MODS THAT WILL PIMP your camper • IT DOESN’T TAKE MUCH TO PERFORM A FEW MODIFICATIONS TO YOUR CAMPER, ESPECIALLY WITH THE HELP OF GOOGLE AND YOUTUBE. IT’S MORE A CASE OF TAKING YOUR TIME, USING THE RIGHT TOOLS AND REMEMBERING TO MEASURE TWICE AND CUT ONCE.

QUICK AND EASY MODS

WHAT EVER YOUR WATERING HOLE • Hot and dry turns to hot and wet as you transition from the Red Centre to the Top End. Liquid is a rare asset in this transitional landscape, available only here and there in the form of hot springs,...