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YOUR GUIDE TO BUYING THE PERFECT CARAVAN OR RV
If you are going to purchase a trailer or caravan, it can be confusing what to buy; on road, off road, big, medium, small, Caravan, Motorhome, Camper trailer and the list goes on. Then you have to take into consideration your vehicle’s towing capacities, your caravans weight capacities and what you plan to do on your travelling journeys prior to making your purchase. 

So, to help you the Caravan Industry Association of Victoria has developed this checklist, as a guide, to assist you in making that big decision: Buying Checklist 

YOUR GUIDE TO THE TOW VEHICLE WEIGHTS
The first fundamental to caravanning is caravan weights as there are legal requirements about the weight capacity of your towing vehicle, your caravan or RV and these two combined. Getting these weights right will make your tow setup safe and legal. The relevant information can be found on the caravan’s vehicle plate and in your tow vehicle’s handbook. For more information, view our full guide here: Car Weight & Towing Weight 

YOUR GUIDE TO CARAVAN AND TOWING DIMENSIONS
If you are going to purchase a caravan or getting ready for your trip, it is critical that you give careful consideration to the legal requirements about the dimensional of your tow vehicle and caravan. Caravanning is where memories are created, to ensure safe and happy travels follow our guide on caravanning tips for safe and pleasant travels. To view our guide, click here: Caravan & Towing Dimensions
YOUR GUIDE TO CARAVAN WEIGHTS
If you are going to purchase a trailer or caravan, it is critical that you give careful consideration to your vehicle’s towing capacities, your caravans weight capacities and what you plan to do on your travelling journeys prior to making your purchase. Please read our full guide here: Caravan Weights

YOUR GUIDE TO CARAVANNING
If you are going to purchase a trailer or caravan, it is critical that you give careful consideration to your vehicle’s towing capacities, your caravans weight capacities and what you plan to do on your travelling journeys prior to making your purchase. To view our information, please click: Guide to Caravanning 

YOUR GUIDE TO CHECKING YOU CARAVAN DURING A TRIP
While travelling and making memories, it is critical that you give careful consideration to your tow vehicle and caravan while travelling as situations can change as you travel. To view our full checklist click: During Trips Checklist

YOUR GUIDE TO PREPARING FOR YOUR CARAVAN TRIP
Before heading off on your next big adventure, it is critical that you give careful consideration to your tow vehicle and caravan before heading off. To view our checklist, visit: Preparation Checklist

PLEASE NOTE: PDF documents are copywrite and not to be replicated, duplicated or used without prior written approval from Caravan Industry Victoria.