Europe Road Trip – Last Minute Vehicle Checks

Whether you’re exploring by Motorhome, RV, car or caravan, here are things you need to check and organise before you go. We recommend these checks over about a 2 week period before you leave, so you wont be overwhelmed. The first thing you need to do is plan your trip – found out here the best ways to plan your trip!

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Checks for a Europe Road Trip

Here’s a roundup of our recommended posts relating to vehicle & trip checks / info that we recommend you do over a 2 week (give or take) period before you leave, so you can find them easily:

How to Tour Europe in a Motorhome – Feeling a little overwhelmed and not sure where to start? Here’s everything you need, from what kit to pack, what paperwork you need to carry, how to prepare your van, European road trip itinerary ideas and tips for life on the road.

Driving in Europe Requirements by country – So, you planned out a rough route for your road trip. Depending on where you’re going (and how many countries you’re visiting!) this check could take as little as 2 minutes or as long as half an hour.

Essential Europe Road Trip Tips – Concerned about driving through Europe?

Is your vehicle SAFE? Essential Motorhome checks you need – Before you leave, make sure your vehicle is safe with these essential motorhome checks.

Travel Documents Checklist – I HATE feeling that I’ve forgotten something important- the panic in your head as you try to remember whether you packed your driving licence.

Driving in Europe Checklist – Wondering what you need to be able to drive in Europe? 

Motorhome & Campervan Packing Guide – Packing up a motorhome or campervan? Not sure what you need or where to put it all so things are safe?

Motorhome First Aid Kit (Europe) – Planning to visit France or Europe in your motorhome? Need to put together a car first aid kit? Wondering what the 10 essential items are in any first aid kit and want to comply with European law?

How to Find LPG in Europe (or Gas Bottles) – Wondering how to find LPG in Europe? Looking for refillable gas stations as you travel?

How to Stop Rattles in your Motorhome – Do you travel in a Camper, RV, Motorhome or van? Are you looking for easy camper storage ideas which will help to stop rattles and reduce motorhome noise while driving?

Check Your Vans Weight – Here’s a complete guide to motorhome weights and everything you need to know about payload.

Other vehicle checks to do before your Road Trip

Basic vehicle maintenance:

• Check tyre pressure
• Check fluid in washer fluid reservoir
• Check windscreen wipers
• Check anything fixed to the outside of the motorhome is secure
• Check door locks- much easier to get it fixed now than later!
• Similarly, check as many vehicle systems as possible- heating, air con, fridge, solar panel, water, toilet, batteries… if you find a problem now you still have time to fix it before you travel if you need to.

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