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Have you ever noticed that your phone's navigation apps (Google Maps, Apple Maps, Waze, etc.) take less than optimal routes for recreational vehicles? Half the time, they don't take the optimal route for any vehicle. One too many "shortcuts" through crowded downtowns or muddy unpaved roads erode what little trust we had started to build for our ever-present pocket navigator. Shortfalls In Phone-Based Navigation Though our phones can be invaluable for helping us with hands-free navigation of our …

The Evolution of the Recreational Vehicle Americans have always entertained a long and storied love affair with travel, technically spanning back to the Louisiana Purchase and subsequent western expansion. Though the outward appearance of the covered wagon trains, which bore hopeful settlers on their long & arduous journeys across the plains, bear little resemblance to the RV's we know and love today, the "travelin' itch" has never left our zeitgeist. The US's first camping vehicle was paten …

For most people, establishing a domicile is not really a choice but rather a designation based on the state they live in. This is not the case, however, for full-time RV travelers. Establishing a domicile is a necessary and essential step in full-time RV living to remain compliant with tax liabilities, access your right to vote, receive certain benefits, and more. This article will present the crucial legal distinction between residence and domicile, examine the importance of establishing a domi …

There are many types of insurance policies that can provide financial protection from a variety of everyday risks. For everything from health and life to home and auto to professional liability, insurance policies are everywhere. It shouldn’t be surprising that insurance policies are also part of owning a motorhome. Keep reading for more information on RV insurance: what it is, who it covers, and why it is important. What is RV insurance? RV insurance provides financial coverage in cases o …

If you own an RV, you have likely heard of tankless water heaters. Compared to traditional models, tankless water heaters use less energy and take up less space - 2 features which RV owners rank quite highly for any appliance or product going in their rig. Though they are widely used in the RV industry, tankless models do have some downsides. This article will cover the basic advantages and disadvantages of tankless water heaters and help to explain why their use in RVs is so common. Advantages …