The Aussie Motorhome & RV Show: Powered by RV 3D

The complete guide to 12V power systems for Australian motorhomes. Solar panels, batteries, inverters, DC-DC chargers — and a shoutout to Bruce Munro from Intrex Solutions.

Towing a car behind your motorhome on an A-frame gives you freedom to explore without driving your rig everywhere. We cover how A-frame towing works, vehicle compatibility, and the North Coach RV Predator system. 

Free camping is one of the best parts of Australian RV travel — but it requires the right setup and knowledge. We cover self-sufficiency, finding spots, etiquette, and how to stay comfortable off-grid.

Thinking about a Half Lap instead of the full Big Lap? We break down North vs South, clockwise vs anti-clockwise, and what the seasons mean for your route. Practical advice for Australian motorhome and caravan travellers

Rising fuel costs, expensive caravan parks, and a shift toward slower regional travel are changing how Australians do the Big Lap. We cover the real economics of full-time travel, how work-camping is changing the equation, why slow travel costs less and often delivers more, and how keeping an older rig on the road longer is becoming the smarter financial choice. Powered by RV 3D. rv3d.com.au

Imported motorhomes are reshaping the Australian market at significantly lower prices. We give an honest assessment — what Australian-built rigs do better, where imports are genuinely competitive, the parts availability problem nobody talks about, and the four questions every buyer should answer before deciding. Powered by RV 3D. rv3d.com.au

Winter solar production can drop to a fraction of your summer output. We cover how to calculate your actual winter solar production, the consumption loads that matter most, alternative charging strategies, and the pre-planned low-power protocol that keeps experienced travellers comfortable when the sun doesn't cooperate. Powered by RV 3D. rv3d.com.au

Off-the-shelf storage products are designed for the average motorhome — which doesn't exist. We cover the vertical space most travellers ignore, dead space under and behind things, external bay organisation, and why custom-fabricated solutions beat generic products every time. Powered by RV 3D. rv3d.com.au

Your lithium system worked perfectly all summer — now it's barely performing in the cold. It's probably not faulty. We explain the cold-weather chemistry behind lithium batteries, the BMS charging cutoff, battery placement, and how to manage your power system through an Australian winter. Powered by RV 3D. rv3d.com.au

Cheap 3D printed parts fail in Australian conditions — not because 3D printing is unreliable, but because the wrong material was used. We cover PLA versus PETG, heat resistance, UV stability, and what to ask any supplier before you fit their parts to your rig. Powered by RV 3D. rv3d.com.au

G'day and welcome back to The Aussie Motorhome and RV Show ! It is the biggest talking point on Australian roads right now: transport authorities and highway patrols are cracking down hard on overweight rigs. With modern caravans and motorhomes packed full of heavy accessories, water tanks, and gear, it is terrifyingly easy to accidentally roll over your legal limits. In this episode, we unpac...

G'day and welcome back to The Aussie Motorhome and RV Show ! When people think of travelling Australia, they usually think of sun-baked beaches and blistering outback heat. But if you've ever spent a July night in the High Country, the Flinders Ranges, or even the inland deserts, you know just how brutal an Aussie winter night can be in an uninsulated rig. In this episode, we deliver the U...

G'day and welcome to the very first episode of The Aussie Motorhome and RV Show ! Australia has some of the toughest environments in the world for recreational vehicles. From bone-jarring corrugations to blistering summer heat, our rigs take a beating—and when a small plastic trim, bracket, or gear snaps on an older model, finding a replacement can be a nightmare. In this episode, we tackle The Ob...

Smart technology is being built into modern rigs — but not all of it is worth paying for. We cover the power management, water monitoring, and connectivity features that deliver genuine value, the tech that adds complexity without solving problems, and how to retrofit modern systems into older motorhomes. Powered by RV 3D. rv3d.com.au