Motorhome travel is the epitome of freedom: set off to discover each region, stop as you please, and enjoy an autonomous lifestyle. But to fully enjoy the experience, proper preparation is essential.
Start with the essentials: fluorescent vest, safety triangle, battery cables, food hose, extension cord, stabilizing chocks and flashlight. These basics will ensure your safety and autonomy during your stops.
Technological innovations are also transforming on-board comfort: foldable solar panels, portable power station, lithium battery, connected fridge, articulated TV stand with wireless charger, and foldable, weather-resistant outdoor furniture.
A GPS adapted to motorhomes helps you avoid narrow roads and easily locate service areas. For driving and maneuvering, rearview and 360° cameras have become precious allies.
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In 2025, regulations will require certain equipment to be fitted on board motorhomes, vans and converted vans, in line with the recommendations of the French road authorities.
Fluorescent safety vests (CE) and warning triangles are essential. The vest must be accessible from the driver's seat and worn when making an emergency stop. The triangle, meanwhile, must be positioned 30 meters behind the vehicle, except on freeways, where the hazard warning lights are sufficient.
Signaling and lighting devices must be complete: high beam, low beam, brake lights, turn signals, rear fog lights and license plate illumination.
In winter, the Loi Montagne requires the use of 3PMSF winter tires or snow chains/socks between November 1 and March 31 in the zones concerned. Outside France, depending on the destination, other items such as a spare wheel, fire extinguisher or V16 lamp may be required.
Autonomy is your best ally if you want to make the most of your getaways without having to depend on terminals or external installations. Modern equipment, now more accessible, optimizes your daily motorhome life.
The latest generation of solar panels are compact and efficient, and can be used to recharge lighting, electronic devices or the fridge. Lithium batteries are longer-lasting and lighter, while LPG offers an economical solution for cooking, heating or hot water production.
When it comes to comfort, you'll appreciate automated blackout curtains, an intelligent air purifier, and a solar-heated portable shower for nature breaks. Outdoors, a connected folding barbecue, an intelligent LED spotlight, or a compact dishwasher transform your motorhome into a cocoon of comfort, even in the wilderness.
This equipment, increasingly popular with leisure vehicle professionals and specialist rental companies, is designed to meet the practical needs of autonomous travellers. It's no longer just a question of comfort, but of real freedom on the road.
When it comes to motorhoming, the right equipment means travelling with a light mind. From safety equipment to autonomy solutions and comfort innovations, everything is designed to enable you to enjoy your adventures without restraint.
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