5 Essential Gadgets and Gizmos Every RVer Should Have

Every RVer out there knows that for the most part, RVs are decidedly low-tech. This is presumably to keep the costs down for manufacturers and minimize failure points that are expensive to replace. While it may sound beneficial for our pockets, it does limit the vehicle’s features. It’s not the end of the world however, as there are plenty of gadgets and gizmos available in the market that will make your travelling experience safer and more exciting.

1. Electronic sway control

A trailer sway is when a caravan or trailer precariously moves side to side due to crosswinds, load capacity, tow ball weight, and more. It’s a very dangerous situation that you certainly don’t want to get involved with when you’re out RVing. Thankfully, there are electronic sway control systems out there that do a good job of keeping trailer sway under control and one of those is Lippert’s Sway Command Kit.

With its Tow Control Technology, the Lippert Sway Command detects trailer sway and applies the brakes to limit fishtailing. By using both the gyroscope and the accelerometer, the controller is able to differentiate side-to-side sways from up-and-down movements to avoid unnecessary activation. Half the fun of RVing is arriving safely at your destination and installing an electronic sway control to your vehicle will help give you peace of mind and avoid dangerous emergency maneuvers due to trailer sway.

2. Tyre pressure monitors

Whether you’re traveling across the country or just staying at a campsite, a tyre pressure monitor (TPM) is a must-have for every adventure. Your RV’s tyres take up the majority of wear and tear when travelling and eventually, those long mileages will deflate your tyres, even more so when you’re driving in colder weather. It’s for these reasons that a tyre pressure monitor is so important because nothing is more dangerous than RVing with an improperly inflated tire.

TPMs enable you to monitor your tyre’s pressure and temperature, all in real-time. They can also alert you of any tyre issues before they become a major problem. Like they always say, prevention is better than cure and it’s wise to check up on your tyres before heading out on the road.

3. Electronic levelling systems

Back in the day, RVers would stick a couple of bubble levels on the side of their rig and use those to determine if their vehicle is leveled. But thanks to modern technology, you can now acquire electronic levelling systems that are much more accurate and reliable. These devices mount to a vertical surface inside your RV and transmit data to a downloadable app on your smartphone.

The app tells you how far out of level your vehicle is, from front to back and side to side. It also displays which side is off by how many degrees, enabling you to level your rig more quickly. Some phone apps also do the same thing by using the gyroscope found in your smartphone.

4. RV security

If you want to take your RV’s security to the next level, then you should definitely consider buying security accessories. Things like hitch pin locks, wheel clamps, roof clamps, and even security handles can make your entire RVing experience much safer. To make your trailer even more secure, you can invest in an anti-theft coupling lock. This lock expands in your coupler and prevents thieves from towing your trailer, making it a great anti-theft deterrent. You can buy security kits that include a combination of these accessories to make sure you and your RV are safe from the hands of would-be criminals.

5. Wi-Fi and signal boosters

RVers know the struggle of accessing the internet while travelling. Even if you do, the internet connection is sometimes unreliable and it keeps on dropping multiple times. Thankfully, this issue can be addressed with the use of a Wi-Fi booster. A Wi-Fi booster pulls in weak signals and amplifies them so you can have a stronger internet connection. This works especially well when you’re using Wi-Fi from an RV park.

If you’re out on the road and you’re using a cellular hotspot, having a weak signal is very frustrating. We recommend carrying a signal booster along with you during your travels so you can get a more reliable performance out of your cell phones and hotspots.

Adding a few tech solutions to your RV can really transform your entire RVing experience. With these 5 gadgets, you’ll be able to communicate better, stay safer while travelling, and overall make RVing easier and more enjoyable. These RV gizmos are just a small sample size of the tech products available on the market so make sure to do your research and pick up the best gadgets that fit your RVing lifestyle.