Aaron Richardson 
The 2023 Subaru Ascent comes with a powerful 2.4 Liter 4-cylinder engine that will produce 260 horsepower at 5600 RPMs and 277 lbs.-ft of torque at 2000 RPMs. When you consider that it also has symmetrical all-wheel drive and some trim levels come with a 5,000-pound maximum towing capacity, it …
If you’re in the market for a new RV, or you’re thinking about renting one for a major vacation, then chances are good you’ve rubbed shoulders with the terms “Self-Contained RV.” Right off the bat, this is not some sort of sealed camper with recirculating air to keep germs and …
Anytime you finance something, like an RV, the loan underwriters are going to require you to carry extensive insurance. They do this to make sure their investment is covered should the RV ever be written off after an accident or act of God. Though even if you don’t have an …
Droughts all over the North American Continent have made people hyper-aware of water conservation techniques, such as installing low-flow toilets in their homes. Of course, this takes on added meaning for RV travelers who like to boondock or stay at primitive campgrounds where they don’t always have easy access to …
When you buy your new RV, the temptation is to believe that it will last forever and never suffer any maintenance problems. Though the truth is, most RVs live a hard life. Especially if you like to boondock off the grid or camp in primitive locales. All this wear and …
Motorhomes are vehicle and functional living spaces all in one. Their internal combustion engine needs routine oil changes and maintenance just like any other vehicle engine. Though motorhome RVs don’t tend to get as frequent use as your daily driver’s car, you can’t use the mileage as the only metric …
If you’re looking to roll around in a smaller RV, the chances are good that you might be finding campers listed with an RV shower/toilet combo. An RV shower/toilet combo — also known as a wet bath — can be a great way to save on space, create a multi-functional …
Like all vehicles, RVs depreciate shortly after they are driven off the dealership lot. A lot continues to depreciate rapidly over the course of the first three to five years. At the same time, many of the families who invest in an RV find that their kids outgrow them, and …
When boondocking or staying at an RV campground without full water and sewer hookups, the volume of water you go through per person for a single shower can become a major issue. Not only does showering have the potential to drain a lot of fresh water, but while also fills …
When the weather outside is frightful, you want your RV to be warm and delightful. Especially if that RV is a major investment like a large fifth-wheel trailer. That’s probably why so many full-timers and fall hunting parties often look for true four-season fifth-wheel trailers to help them get through …
