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Many people make common mistakes when planning or taking a remote holiday . Some will cause nothing more than an inconvenience , others will be lifethreatening . Some will void your warranty and insurance , and others will just set you back lunch money .
The more you know about others ' mishaps , the less likely you are to make the same blunder . I have made some of the following errors of judgment , and I ' ve seen them dozens of times by others .
Read on , take it all in and learn so that you ’ re not the next casualty …
OVERLOADED
So much is written about GVM upgrades , not overloading caravans or trailers , as well as seeing bent and busted vehicles left trackside . The ramifications , both expense and legalities , can be devastating , so ensuring you are well-versed in what you can carry in , on or behind your vehicle is extremely important and ultimately up to each driver .
Everyone ’ s vehicle , van and travelling setup are unique , so visiting a weighing station is highly recommended for your safety , that of your occupants , and all other road users .
There is a fine line between packing enough gear and too much . Whether it ’ s spare parts or the kitchen sink , consider if you can physically cart it in your setup .
Do you know the weight of all the extras you ’ ve crammed on board ?
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