|
| |
| RV
CLASSES & DEFINITIONS |
 |
| RV CENTRAL
RENTS MOTORIZED MOTORHOMES ONLY |
| |
Motor Homes or Recreational Vehicles, commonly called
RVs in America - or Touring Houses, as they are called in the United
Kingdom - or Caravans or Campers, as they are called in Europe and
Australia -
fall into two general categories:
Towable RVs
include: Folding Camping Trailers (also known as Tent Trailers, Soft Top or
Hard Top), Truck Campers, and Travel Trailers.
Motorized RVs (luxury buses, motor homes).
Recreation vehicles comprise a whole family of vehicles that
combine transportation and temporary living quarters for recreation, camping and
travel. Some provide a simple place for sleeping and eating, while others
are virtually luxury lodges on wheels.
Driving the vast majority of RVs requires no
special license and is easier than many newcomers think. Experienced
automobile drivers already have the skills to drive a motorized RV. With proper
attention to the size, height and weight differences, experienced drivers find
it fun to take the wheel.
RV conveniences range from the basics -- like running water, cooking and
bathroom facilities, and a power source (either electricity or liquid propane)
-- to added comforts such as air conditioning, entertainment systems and
slideout rooms. With all the comforts of home on board and ample storage
space, these versatile vehicles are the perfect complement to just about any
sport, hobby or activity you already enjoy.
Families agree that economically
speaking, RV travel adds up: convenience and comfort plus low costs.
RV travelers don't have to worry about departure requirements, fine
print, refundable tickets, special fare restrictions. They can plan
daily costs without hidden surprises in tips, taxes, fees, penalties
and add-ons.
RVing and kids go hand in hand. An RV trip is
the ideal mode of vacation travel with children. RVs keep kids happy while on
the road with entertainment options like VCRs for watching videos, audio
headphones for listening to tapes, kitchens to prepare favorite meals and
snacks, plenty of elbow room and nap space and bathrooms for those frequent
"potty breaks."
First-time RVers will be surprised by all the
modern conveniences and creature comforts available in many of today's RVs
including:
- choice of twin-, double-, queen- and
king-size beds
- central heat and air-conditioning
- full baths with showers
- refrigerators and freezers w/ice
makers
- microwaves
- full ranges with oven
- trash compactors
- washers and dryers
|
- basement storage
- TVs and VCRs
- stereo systems with CD players and
headsets
- satellite dishes
- computer ports
- internet accessibility
- closed circuit cameras for backing
up
- even hot tubs!
|
|
Motorized RVs |
|
| An RV
built on or as an integral part of a self-propelled motor vehicle
chassis, combining transportation and living quarters in one unit.
Any Drivers License that is
valid for an automobile is appropriate for these motor homes.
Regardless of size, personal use recreation vehicles do not require a
commercial drivers license.
Experienced automobile drivers
already have the skills to drive a motorized RV. Automatic
transmissions, power brakes and steering are typical features.
With proper attention to the
differences in vehicle size, height and weight, you'll find it fun and
easy to take the wheel of a motor home. Towing skills are also readily
acquired.
They fall in four types:
|
| motorhome rv caravan rentals |
|
|
|
 |
rvs |
Luxury Bus
|
| motorhome rv caravan rentals |
|
|
|
 |
|
Class A Motorhome |
| motorhome rv caravan rentals |
|
|
|
 |
|
Class B Motorhome |
| motorhome rv caravan rentals |
|
|
|
 |
|
Class C Motorhome |
| motorhome rv caravan rentals |
|
|
|
When driving an RV,
you should always:
-
Adjust and use all
rear view mirrors. Before leaving on a trip, sit in the driver's seat
and adjust all mirrors for optimal road views.
-
Account for your
vehicle size when turning. The front and rear wheels will track paths
much farther apart than those of a car.
-
Allow more time to
brake, change lanes and enter a busy highway, since bigger vehicles take
more time to accelerate and slow down.
up |
|
Towable RV |
|
|
An RV designed to
be towed by a motorized vehicle (car, van or pickup truck) and of such
size and weight as not to require a special highway movement permit.
Towable RVs do not require permanent on-site hook-up.
Any Drivers License
that is valid for an automobile is appropriate for these motor homes.
Regardless of size, personal use recreation vehicles do not require a
commercial drivers license. With a little practice, experienced
drivers find it easy to learn to tow an RV.
They fall in four
types:
|
|
motorhome rv caravan rentals |
|
 |
rvs |
Folding Camping
Trailer
(also known as Tent Trailer, Soft Top or Hard Top) |
| motorhome rv
caravan rentals |
|
|
 |
|
Travel
Trailer |
| motorhome rv
caravan rentals |
|
|
 |
|
Truck Camper |
| motorhome rv
caravan rentals |
|
|
 |
|
Fifth Wheel |
|
motorhome rv caravan rentals |
|
|
Today's market
features a large selection of vehicles capable of towing a RV --
conversion vehicles, SUVs, light trucks, most full-size and many
mid-size cars -- with sophisticated engineering packages providing
greater towing power, superior maneuverability and braking.
When driving a
towable RV, you should always:
-
Adjust and use all
rear view mirrors. Before leaving on a trip, sit in the driver's seat
and adjust all mirrors for optimal road views.
-
Account for your
vehicle size when turning. The front and rear wheels will track paths
much farther apart than those of a car.
-
Allow more time to
brake, change lanes and enter a busy highway, since bigger vehicles take
more time to accelerate and slow down.
-
Match the proper tow vehicle to your
RV. Most full and mid-size family cars can pull a trailer; so can today's
popular vans, sport utility vehicles (SUVs) and light-duty trucks. Check
the owner's manual to find the trailer types that your vehicle can haul and
the maximum load weight it can pull.
-
Use the right trailer hitch and make
sure it is hitched correctly.
-
Connect brakes and signal lights.
Always check that the trailer's brakes, turn signals and tail lights are
synchronized with the towing vehicle's.
-
Back up with care. By placing your
hand at the bottom of the steering wheel, the trailer will move in the
direction you turn your hand. To move the trailer to the right, move your
hand to the right. Once the trailer is moving in the proper direction, avoid
any sharp movements of the steering wheel. Slowly steer the vehicle into its
desired direction.
-
It is also a good idea to have someone outside the vehicle
assist the driver in backing up to avoid any obstacles not seen in the
mirrors.
If another person is not available, the driver should inspect the area
behind the vehicle. By evaluating the situation before backing, drivers can
avoid surprises and accidents.
up |
return
to Rental Rates page
|