Are you ready to get out of your house and explore a bit of America? As the sun returns, people become excited to hit the road for family road trips. If you own a pickup truck, then you already have the best vehicle for the adventure. Here’s why: Versatility. Trucks are built to handle whatever… Read More
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Are Diesel Pushers Worth the Investment?
Diesel pushers have become really popular recently, but the price tags of these recreational vehicles can cost you as much or even more than a new brick-and-mortar home. Smaller models start off near $250,000 and then increase to averages of $600,000 or more for larger models. In fact, the difference between a gas and a… Read More
Ways to Achieve Fuel Efficiency So You Have More Money to Spend on Fun
Warmer weather, sunshine, and the appeal of the open road lead many of us to pack our bags and head out for relaxing road trips. If you’re like most Americans, you prefer to spend your hard-earned money on food and entertainment and less of it at the fuel pump. Here are a few easy ways… Read More
Don’t Wait a Minute Longer. Here’s Why You Need to Plan Your 2021 RV Road Trip Now
With many of America’s vacation destinations either closed or open for limited services during 2020, sales of towable RV’s grew by 8.4%. In fact, had April sales not been significantly wiped out due to dealership and factory temporary closures at the beginning of the pandemic, growth would have been double digits. That means people are… Read More
5 Tips for Bringing a Toad on a Road Trip
If you’re gearing up for a road trip in your RV this year, having a driving car with you greatly expands your ability to run daily errands and visit local attractions near your campsites. You’ll realize the payoff the first time you find yourself out of eggs and need to quickly run to the local… Read More
5 Tips for Safe Pickup Truck Driving in Snow and Ice
The snowy season is upon us, and for pickup truck drivers that means especially treacherous conditions. Snow and ice require drivers to increase braking distance, deal with poor visibility, maneuver with less traction, and to be wary of the unpredictable skills (or complete lack thereof) of other drivers sharing the road. However, driving in a… Read More
Planning to Wander in a Winter Wonderland in your RV or Motorhome?
Taking the family on vacation in the winter is a wonderful way to explore the great outdoors and enjoy your favorite winter sports like cross-country skiing, snowmobiling, and good old fashioned sledding. Before heading out in your motorhome, make sure you and your RV are both prepared to drive in potentially treacherous conditions. Here are… Read More
Simple Steps to Winterize Your Pickup Truck
Regardless of whether you live in a snowy climate or you just plan to spend your free time on the ski slopes, now’s the time to make sure your pickup truck is prepared. Here are a few quick tips from our team at Duraflap Mud Flaps for winterizing your truck for cold weather. Check the… Read More
Tips for Selecting a Truck to Haul Your Fifth Wheel
Enjoying a road trip with a fifth wheel has some definite advantages. One of the most significant is that by driving a truck, you have easy access to transportation and eliminate the need to tow an extra vehicle. Within minutes, you can stop, set up the trailer, and be off visiting tourist attractions or running… Read More
Enjoy the Unexpected on Your Next RV Road trip to One of These Destinations
It’s never too early to start dreaming of your next RV road trip. Make your family vacation a bit more interesting by visiting one of these locations, each with its own very unique and unexpected features: Dead Horse Point State Park If you’re looking for an adventure that seemingly takes you to another planet, Dead… Read More