Many people think if they know how to drive a car, they know everything the need to handle a motorhome. Whether you buy or rent, there is much you should know in addition to basic car information. 1. Securing Your RV – If you are going to be leaving your RV to go exploring, make sure you secure all the entries. Most people do this for windows and such, but remember any openings on the roof. 2. Getting the RV You Need – Before you make the decision to buy an RV, give some serious thought to what you need. Don’t make an impulse decision. Figure out how you will use it, how many people will be involved and then purchase. 3. Bad RV Campgrounds – Most parks and campgrounds are excellent places to spend the night if they are designated for motor homes. That being said, there are some that are home to lowlifes. Don’t hesitate to leave these. The fee you pay isn’t worth it. 4. Your RV Profile – When looking at RV models, consider how you are going to use them. If you plan to stay in luxury resorts, you are going to need one type of model. If you plan to drive out into the middle of Alaska for hunting, you need a different type. 5. Gross Vehicle Weight Rating – When evaluating a RV, it is important to understand how much weight it can take. This is known as the gross vehicle weight rating or GVWR. Do not exceed it! 6. RV Storage and Insurance – At some point, you will need to store your RV. If you are doing it at a third party location, make sure to look into your insurance. Will it cover theft from a storage facility? 7. Rest Stop Sleeping – For some reason, rest stops tend to attract strange people. If possible, try to avoid sleeping at them. If nothing else, you will not get much rest. 8. Considering Storage of Your RV – Before you buy an RV, one of the big issues you have to address is where are you going to park it when not using it. Storage of your RV can be more difficult than you think, so get it worked out ahead of time. 9. Class B Motorhome Prices – Class B motorhomes are better known as camper vans. They are essentially vans converted to your living needs. Prices range from $30,000 to $65,000. 10. Overheating RV Brakes – Take care not to ride your breaks. If you overheat them, they can fail. Avoid rush hour traffic if possible. If you are stuck in it, consider pulling over till it thins out. The world is full of nice, paved roads. For a person with a RV, this makes it your oyster. Get out there and eat to your heart’s content!