Safe, comfortable travel

Motorhome and caravan drivers are known for frequently traveling long distances. 600 kilometers or more in one day is not uncommon. But no matter how accustomed you become to such mammoth journeys, they always take their toll and concentration usually wanes after two to three hours at the wheel.

It is therefore important to observe a few ground rules to avoid accidents, unpleasant tension or stress:

1. Take a break every two or two and a half hours at the most, and have a short power nap (20 to 30 minutes) if needed. This will reenergize you for the next leg of your journey.

2. Move around during breaks: Bend and stretch a little, stroll around a bit – even small movements help to relieve bad posture and tension and prevent back or neck pain.

3. Drink enough. To prevent the body from becoming dehydrated on long trips and the brain from going into standby mode, it is important to drink enough during the journey and during breaks. Mineral water, teas or fruit juices are best – and a coffee as a pick-me-up if needed.

4. Go for light snacks: While you can generally drink as many non-alcoholic beverages as you want, you should avoid hearty, heavy meals on longer routes if possible. Digesting roast pork, grilled chicken or an XXL pizza diverts a lot of energy. It's better to switch to fruit, salads or light dishes like chicken breast with rice.

5. Take turns driving: If several passengers have a valid driver's license for the vehicle, they should take turns at the wheel. This will soothe the main driver’s nerves and gives them the opportunity to relax a little in between.

The COMFORT DRIVE semi-active chassis control offers an even more comfortable ride. It calculates the expected vehicle movement and adjusts the shock absorber settings accordingly – automatically and practically in real time. This noticeably compensates for potholes, bumps and cornering.

And to ensure that the vehicle stands securely and straight when parked as well, we recommend a hydraulic support system such as the HY4 with weighing function, the LevelM with its almost infinite payload, or the brand new lightweight LevelM Pro. All three systems offer effortless support for your motorhome as well as automatic leveling at the touch of a button.

Whether or not the reports of narcotic gas attacks, which are regularly reported in the media, especially at peak travel times, are true – a combined gas detector keeps you on the safe side. This device not only warns against so-called knock-out or anesthetic gases, but also against the propane and butane gases commonly used in camping.

A standard smoke detector is also recommended, as all caravan and motorhome owners know how quickly these vehicles can go up in flames. In an emergency, every second counts.

AGUTI seating offers space and flexible configurations for drivers and passengers alike, regardless of their size and seating preferences – so that long journeys go by quickly and in comfort thanks to a variety of settings. The aisle seat on our Slide-Out comfort bench, including the headrest, slides out, and each seat can also be moved forward independently. The backrest also reclines to a relaxing angle. Perfect for long distances!

AL-KO apps make motorhomes smart. They are intuitive to operate, require no specialist knowledge, and provide comfortable control and monitoring of numerous functions.

For motorhome owners, a ‘smart home’ means conveniently checking the fill level of the gas canisters or water tank, or the battery charge level, remotely switching on installations such as the auxiliary heating or air conditioning systems, or extending and retracting the steady legs. In short: Controlling as many vehicle components as possible in one app – you can with ONDA. Whether via Bluetooth, WiFi or voice command: It can all be achieved wirelessly. The vehicle can also be connected to the cloud, in compliance with European data protection guidelines, of course.