Automotive
Practical Motorhome
Stunning sunsets ranked
Summer may be a little way off, but that doesn't mean beautiful sunsets have disappeared.
1 min |
May 2026
Practical Motorhome
AUTO-SLEEPERS ACTIVE FG635
A versatile family campervan with a big kitchen and clever washroom, this model would also make a good daily driver, says Peter Baber
3 min |
May 2026
Practical Motorhome
BECOME A CONVERT
Have you ever thought about a DIY conversion? If so, you'll need some guidance, and where better than The Van Conversion Bible by Charlie Low and Dale Comley. Here, we feature an extract from the Design chapter
8 min |
May 2026
Practical Motorhome
Inverter essentials
I've just read a rather sad story online of a German couple whose motorhome caught fire while they were using an air fryer via an inverter. Initially it was believed that the lithium batteries were the culprit, but I'm not sure that was the case. LiFePO4 battery chemistry, while still technically a lithium-ion variety, is much safer than the ones used for EV batteries. Many EV manufacturers are now switching to LiFePO4 because of this.
2 min |
May 2026
Practical Motorhome
EASY ELECTRICAL CHECKS & FIXES
Knowing how to make some simple electrical checks could help keep your holiday on track and avoid a long wait for recovery.
10+ min |
May 2026
Practical Motorhome
FORECOURT
The latest from dealers around the UK
2 min |
May 2026
Practical Motorhome
HOW TO SELL YOUR MOTORHOME
You'll want to get the best price possible for your vehicle when it comes to selling it on – here's our expert advice
5 min |
May 2026
Practical Motorhome
WATER WAY TO GO
Frances and Michael Howorth follow Scotland's spectacular Caledonian Canal on a road trip filled with legendary lochs, engineering marvels and Highland hospitality
8 min |
May 2026
Practical Motorhome
2015-2025 AUTO-SLEEPER SYMBOL & SYMBOL PLUS
Each month Gentleman Jack focuses on a great secondhand mainstream motorhome. He then reveals the best of the bunch, what to pay and which problems to look out for
4 min |
May 2026
Practical Motorhome
On the SLATE!
Don't let the rain showers put you off, Snowdonia in North Wales is well worth exploring
6 min |
May 2026
Practical Motorhome
RIBBLE CGR E AL SPORTFIT APEX XPLR
This ebike from renowned British brand Ribble makes an excellent motorhoming companion, writes editor Sarah Wakely
2 min |
May 2026
Practical Motorhome
BRIGHTEN UP DARK CORNERS
Former deputy editor Nigel Donnelly decides to cast a spell on the dark corners of his 'van's rear lounge
2 min |
May 2026
Practical Motorhome
CROZIER CAMPERS BEYOND4
Converted in Preston, Lancashire, Crozier's rugged-looking campervan is ideal for adventure-seeking couples
3 min |
May 2026
Practical Motorhome
ASK THE EXPERTS
Burning questions about motorcaravanning? Our expert team can help! Simply email one of the addresses below or contact practical.motorhome@futurenet.com, and we'll do our best to answer it in an upcoming issue
2 min |
May 2026
Practical Motorhome
Canada's best road trips
Dreaming of a road trip across Canada? New research by holiday company Journeyscape may help you choose your route. The company has analysed various factors, including the number of parks, average fuel prices, total road length, and social media popularity, to find the best motorhome (or RV) road trips in Canada.
1 min |
May 2026
Practical Motorhome
GAS MATTERS
Regular columnist Motorhome Matt Sims guides us through propane, exchange bottles and refillable systems, and shares his expert tips on bottles, regulators and adaptors
3 min |
May 2026
Practical Motorhome
48 HOURS IN HASTINGS
Synonymous with the famous battle it is named after, the seaside resort of Hastings in East Sussex is a place forever cemented in the minds of British schoolchildren.
4 min |
May 2026
Practical Motorhome
DALE DELIGHTS
Radical Steps, Ruskin's View and the Devil's Bridge are just some of the curiosities visited by Sue Greenwood in the quieter parts of the Yorkshire Dales
8 min |
May 2026
Practical Motorhome
Europe for LITERATURE LOVERS
Europe has no end of literary destinations to visit in your motorhome. Here are some of the best
6 min |
May 2026
Practical Motorhome
PETER'S PERFECT PICKS
Our Reviews editor helps you find your ideal motorhome partner
1 min |
May 2026
Practical Motorhome
MANHATTAN MOTORCOACHES TARDIS
Practical Motorhome Hall of Fame - Gentleman Jack's monthly round-up of game-changing motorhomes and campervans of the past
1 min |
May 2026
Practical Motorhome
THE PORTUGUE WAY
On Portugal's border with Spain, Vicki Lacy encounters pilgrim trails, hot springs, historic forts and ancient aqueducts
7 min |
May 2026
Practical Motorhome
The Getaway Show heads to Aberdeen
Following a successful debut in October 2025, The Getaway Show, the North East's ultimate caravan, motorhome, and outdoor leisure show, is set to hold a Scottish event when it opens at Aberdeen's P&J Live from 25-27 September 2026.
1 min |
May 2026
Practical Motorhome
Natural winners
A hauntingly beautiful photograph of gnarly giant trees and a quintessentially South Downs image of a colourful butterfly are the winners of this year's South Downs National Park photography competition.
1 min |
May 2026
Practical Motorhome
TIME MACHINE
This Jennings Road Ranger Commer-based motorhome from 1970 has become a 50th anniversary showpiece for Spinney.
4 min |
April 2026
Practical Motorhome
Causeways & castles
Vicki Lacy travels the Northumberland-Scotland border in search of rare goats, wandering monks and history galore
7 min |
April 2026
Practical Motorhome
Upgrade your blinds
A rear lounge glow-up starts with fixing some bothersome blinds.
3 min |
April 2026
Practical Motorhome
AL-KO KOBER
From humble beginnings in Germany, Al-Ko has grown to become one of the world's biggest manufacturers in the leisure vehicle sector. Here, we take a look at its history
3 min |
April 2026
Practical Motorhome
NC500 – what's the impact?
A comprehensive assessment of the North Coast 500 road trip has been commissioned amid rising concerns about unsustainable use, with findings of the study expected this spring.
1 min |
April 2026
Practical Motorhome
MAGIC in the MOUNTAINS
Marcus Leach and family head to the Bavarian Alps for fairytale castles, mountain lakes and the odd sausage or two
7 min |