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What are the best UK road trips for motorhomes and campervans, and how do you plan a great touring route without spending half your life buried in map apps?

In this episode of the Motorhome Matt podcast, Matt and Keith are joined by travel writer, photographer and publisher Robbie Roams, the man behind No Fuss Travel Guides. Robbie shares how a battered old campervan turned into a life of road trips, guidebooks and inspiring motorhome owners to get out more often, not just for the big annual holiday, but for weekends, short breaks and those “why haven’t we been here before?” moments.

From the Peak District and Yorkshire to Spain, the Canary Islands and the frustrating truth about taking your own van to Madeira, we dig into the joy and reality of touring.

Matt and the team are heading to the Southern Motorhome & Campervan Show at Newbury, with camping demand already high, extra exhibitors expected, and live entertainment across the weekend. Get your day tickets now!

Plus, you can still enter to win a trackside pitch for two adults at Vanlove 2026, taking place at Thruxton Race Circuit from Thursday 18 June to Sunday 21 June 2026.

And in the Q&A, Matt answers your questions on:

Whether motorhome levelling systems can weigh individual axles

Campervans with U-shaped lounges and rear storage

If you want better motorhome trips, smarter route planning and a few ideas that might just get your van off the drive more often, this is the episode for you.

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Can you safely power your motorhome with a portable power bank, or could you be creating a serious electrical risk without realising it?

In this episode of the Motorhome Matt podcast, Matt and Keith dig into one of the most talked-about motorhome power questions at the moment: can you plug a portable power station into your motorhome hook-up socket?

It sounds simple enough. You’ve got a power bank, your motorhome has a hook-up point, what could possibly go wrong? Quite a lot, as it turns out, especially when earth bonding, RCDs, inverters and British Standards get involved.

Joined by Mark Street from BlueFix and electrical expert Philip “Geeky Phil” Tomlinson, we unpack the risks of using portable power packs with motorhomes, why some common online advice could be misleading, and what owners need to understand before connecting anything to their van.

We also cover important changes to EU pet passport rules for GB residents, and our product of the week is the Nomad’s Kitchen, a compact cooking kit for motorhomes, caravans and campers.

And in the Q&A, Matt answers your questions on:

Whether anyone offers a one-stop-shop European breakdown, medical, travel and pet insurance cover

Using an earth rod with a generator or portable power supply

Whether plugging an RCD into a power station makes it safe to connect to a motorhome

If you use a portable power station, plug in at home, tour with pets, or simply want to avoid learning electrics the expensive way, this is an episode worth listening to before you connect the next cable.

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Could your motorhome electrics be putting you at risk without you realising it?

This week, Motorhome Matt and Keith get into one of the most misunderstood topics in motorhome and campervan ownership, earthing. If your van is sitting on four rubber tyres, where does the electricity go when something goes wrong? And what really happens when you plug into a campsite hook-up, run an inverter, or power the van from a portable power station?

Matt is joined by Mark Street from BlueFix to explain the difference between mains hook-up, 12V systems, inverters and portable power stations. They cover what “earth” actually means in a motorhome, why your van behaves differently on campsite hook-up compared with off-grid power, and what can go wrong when a portable power station is used to feed the van’s sockets. It’s a useful listen for anyone running kettles, chargers, coffee machines or hair straighteners in a motorhome or campervan.

Plus, Campervan Campout is on from 1 to 3 May 2026 at the South of England Showground in Ardingly, with camping, live music, talks, advice sessions and Creator’s Day.

And in the Q&A, Matt answers your questions on:

What might be causing a cat pee smell in a motorhome cab

Why fuel prices can jump so quickly, and what it means for European touring

Whether you still need to carry breathalysers when driving in France

If you use hook-up, an inverter, a portable power pack or anything with a three-pin plug in your motorhome, this is one to listen to before your next trip. We’ll help you understand the risks, the myths and when it’s time to get someone qualified involved.

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Is VanGuardian the motorhome security product that owners have been waiting for? In this episode, Motorhome Matt and Keith take a close look at a new motorhome alarm system designed to stop thieves before they get into your van. 

Matt is joined by Mike Horsford from VanGuardian to find out how it works, why it is getting attention, and whether it could be the answer for owners worried about motorhome security, campervan security, break-ins and overnight peace of mind.

Campervan Campout 2026 is nearly here, and Matt is also joined by Michael from Warners and Simon from Spartan Campers to look ahead to a bank holiday event packed with live entertainment, family activities, self-build inspiration and a strong campervan community feel.

And in the Q&A, Matt answers your questions on:

Getting finance for full-time motorhome living

Air suspension versus hydraulic levelling systems

A persistent battery beep on a Ford Transit after replacing the batteries

From motorhome theft prevention and campervan events to levelling systems, finance, and real-world owner problems, there’s plenty to learn in this episode.

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What are the best upgrades for the outside of your motorhome, and which ones will actually make life on the road easier? In this episode, Motorhome Matt and Keith get stuck into the top 10 best external upgrades for your motorhome, from awnings and bike racks to solar panels, security and levelling systems. If you're wondering what adds real usability, what improves comfort on the road, and what could quietly eat into your payload and budget, this episode is for you.

Matt shares the upgrades he rates most highly, the ones he’d think twice about, and the common mistakes owners make when they start bolting extras onto their van. Is paint protection worth it? Do you need a reversing camera? Are tyre pressure monitors a smart safety buy or just another gadget to clutter the dashboard? 

We also talk about the new National Motorhome, Campervan & Camping Exhibition at Stoneleigh, where Matt is heading for live podcast recordings, expert talks, one-to-one advice clinics and a packed indoor event full of motorhomes, campervans, accessories and special guests.

And in the Q&A, Matt answers your questions on:

Repairing a recessed awning gearbox on an Auto-Trail Arapaho

Whether Pathway 4G gets a usable signal at Greengates campsite

Choosing an aftermarket tyre pressure monitoring system for a motorhome

This episode is full of practical advice, honest opinion and plenty to think about before your next upgrade. Tune in and let’s make your motorhome work harder, without spending money on stuff you’ll regret later.

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