Long road trips are made better with the right RV. Certain design features and amenities can make or break the trip, which is important to keep in mind as you shop for a camper.
Keep reading for key considerations to make when shopping for an RV for long road trips. If you have questions or want to shop campers for sale, visit Pete’s RV Center. We have dealerships in South Windsor, Connecticut, South Burlington, Vermont, and Plainville, Massachusetts. We also serve Albany, New York, Manchester, New Hampshire, and all of New England.
Look for Features That Make Driving Easier
If you’ll be spending hours on the open road, it’s wise to invest in RV features that make the driving or towing experience easier.
For example:
- A tire pressure monitor, which gives real-time data on the health of the tires so you can catch issues early on.
- Blind spot detection, which reduces the chance of an accident.
- A solar panel, which collects sunlight during the drive and turns it into power.
- A GPS, which provides reliable location information even in remote areas (where a cell phone may not work).
- Improved front sway bars and added rear sway bars, which reduces trailer sway and makes towing an RV easier.
Focus on Fuel Efficiency
One of the largest expenses of a long road trip is the gas. By buying an RV with fuel efficiency in mind, you can spend less on gas and stretch your travel budget further.
The weight of a camper drastically affects fuel efficiency. Transporting a lightweight RV will burn less fuel than transporting a heavier camper across the same distance. Focus on getting a smaller and lighter camper so it will cost less to transport.
Consider a Motorhome
Motorhomes are a popular option for long road trips. These RVs come with their own drivetrain and can drive themselves to the campground, rather than needing to be towed. Skip the time and hassle of connecting a towable RV to the tow vehicle. Instead, hop into the motorhome’s driver seat and hit the road.
Motorhomes also provide easier access to items during the drive. With towable RVs, you would need to pull over, get out, enter the camper, grab the item, head back to the tow vehicle, then keep driving. With motorhomes, simply pull over to the side of the road and walk the few steps to grab it. It’s much easier to access snacks, pillows, and toys when traveling in a motorhome.
Ready to shop RVs for sale? The experts at Pete’s RV Center can help you find a camper perfect for your family road trips. Reach out or stop by one of our dealerships. We are based in Plainville, Massachusetts, South Burlington, Vermont, and South Windsor, Connecticut. We also proudly serve Manchester, New Hampshire, Albany, New York, and all of New England.
