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- Five causes of winter vehicle breakdown
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- The cost of motoring offences
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- How to find a good garage
- Fifty years of the seatbelt
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- Driving in Europe
- Summer Drivetime Magazine
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Safety checks for your caravan
It pays to spend a little time getting your caravan ready for the touring season ahead after the winter break – both in terms of safety and looking after your investment. We’ve put together this checklist to put you on the right track.
- Tow bar - check the condition and operation of your tow bar – and lubricate if necessary.
- Tyres - check the condition of the caravan’s tyres and replace if damaged, cracked or worn.
- Lights– make sure all rear lights on your caravan are working correctly before setting off.
- Number plate– make sure the number plate on your caravan is intact. Don’t forget to change the number plate if you have bought a new car recently.
- Window seals - replace any rubber window seals that look perished.
- Exterior - clean the caravan body thoroughly with a car shampoo and protect with polish or wax.
- Interior - vacuum carpets, curtains and upholstery. Wipe walls, ceilings, fixtures and fittings with anti-bacterial solution. Leave windows ajar for a few hours on a warm, breezy day to air through. Test to ensure that all kitchen appliances and internal electrics are working correctly.