What is a touring caravan?

Touring caravans are generally classified as any caravan that can be towed by a normal road going vehicle. There are different types of touring caravan and the size you can tow will depend on the curb weight of your car. Whatever touring caravan you own be sure to protect it with touring caravan insurance.

In this section we are going to discuss which touring caravan is best suited for your circumstances. On a secondary note you can also get a touring caravan insurance quote instantly from Insure My Caravan.

Single Axle Tourers

Single axle tourers are self explanatory really, there is one single axle with a two wheel load bearing capacity.

Twin Axle Tourers

The twin axle van is basically built to handle more weight and in normal terms gives you a bigger caravan that is more stable. This is not the case with all caravans in the twin axle category, some are just twin axle versions of normal single axle vans. The choice of a twin axle has to be made based on your own needs.

There are safety issues that can be attributed to the twin axle van. They are safer if you have a tyre problem such as a blow out as you have three more wheels to help you slow down safely, they are inherently more stable if balanced correctly and they are generally easier to reverse depending on your choice of towing vehicle.

Which is better?

Buying a caravan is normally not a whim, you have a reason to buy a caravan, whether you are touring the UK, going abroad or looking to have some fun at the weekend. You need to buy the caravan that best suits your needs, visit a reputable dealer and listen to their advice, but as with all sales people they are there to sell so make sure you have your wants and needs laying out before embarking on what will be a wonderful purchase.