The summer season is over, the days are getting shorter and the temperature is plummeting: winter will soon be back, but that doesn’t mean you have to put your motorhome, RV or camper in the garage. Indeed, if you’re lucky enough to take a vacation this winter or be able to work remotely from anywhere in the world, recreational vehicles remain a great way to get away from it all while remaining independent.

Here are some tips to make the most of your trip in the best conditions prepare your motorhome for winter travelafter touching on the topic of preparing your motor home for winterization.

Preparing a motorhome for winter: the right tires

Winter is often associated with cold or even sub-zero temperatures, snowfall or ice on the roads. In order not to fall into a trap and avoid an accident, it is necessary to make a choice matching tires to the situation In addition, you know that since last year, in some departments of France, winter tires have become mandatory during the winter season.

Therefore, we advise you to choose Winter tireswhich you will replace with summer tires when the season changes, or choose a set all-season rubber, which offer greater year-round versatility and save you the hassle of changing tires every season. Choose a model that contains Marking 3PMSFfor greater peace of mind and better choose a model that offers good value for money: avoid entry-level models!

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Motor home in winter: beware of the consequences of low temperatures

Your motorhome, van or RV has several fluid tanks that unfortunately can freeze when temperatures drop in winter: indeed, there is a risk to the water tanks, fuel tank, and gas cylinders as well. ! If you do not have a model of insulated or heated tankssome precautions are necessary to avoid any disappointment.

We advise you to leave the village for the winter cylinders with propane gas, which are able to work at very low temperatures, up to -40°C! As for gray and black water tanks, don’t forget to add non-freezing liquid to avoid liquids freezing in transit.

Tips for preparing a mobile home for winter

In winter, the cold is the worst enemy of a recreational vehicle: in general, the driving position is the coldest in the car. Do not forget to insulate the interior as much as possible, p thermal insulation curtains on glass surfaces, especially the windshield.

Don’t forget some for your trip equipment that can come in handy in winter, such as a snow shovel, spray grease to prevent locks and seals from freezing, warm blankets or insulated boxes to keep shoes away from the cold.

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