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@@MotorhomeMatt there are (Many) others who do motorhome information and entertainment but I specifically want information and I can get entertainment in a myriad of options at the drop of a hat elsewhere. Information, not so much. Keep up the good work.
Great info - Thanks. Your comments illustrate how complex driving law can be across wider Europe and here in the UK. So many regional variations are too much for any sane person to absorb. If you detailed all of them, this would be 30 day video - Not 30 minutes! 🤓
Just subscribed Thanks after stumbling across. I am looking at buying a motorhome and seen some of your videos. Real great help. I live on my own with my small dog. I, when I have been looking, I have taken my brother for a second option. Looking at the price of good second hand to new, I will most likely buy new for just a bit more. I wear hearing aids due to long term noise exposure, plus hereditary. These hearing aids one can answer the phone, and general use of Bluetooth through them.
Hi excellent information, just an update we live in Spain and the warning triangle is not sufficient anymore! You need a flashing beacon to use if you break down!! Great in a car as they are magnetic but our motorhome is 3.4 MTRS high and GRP! We have one just incase we get stopped. They are around 20euros so cheeper than the fine?
Yes, very true!! We have mentioned this in more recent episodes and even stock them in our shop because I believe they are a much better alternative to the warning triangle - www.thatleisureshop.com/led-v16-emergency-beacon/
Thanks for great content, as always. Regarding the Country Vehicle Identifying stickers (UK stickers), I have a question. I live in Northern Ireland (UK), have a motorhome registered in Northern Ireland but have an Irish passport (and will be travelling to France from Dublin). Do I need a UK sticker or an Ireland sticker on the rear of my Motorhome or can I have either? Thanks
I’ve seen at a checkpoint, people in towed caravans on a motorway, yes, cooking in a motorhome whilst in motion, sleeping on the rear fixed bed. Worst is the tyres, oh they’ve only done 2000 miles in 2 yrs, but stood idle for 80 weeks out of those 2 yrs, once had a motorhome with a puncture, didn’t have the right side socket, so hadn’t checked the spare either, both were perished, learnt how expensive recovery was, and 2 new tyres. Caravans where drivers believe their car socket will fit their caravan, different size and depth. I used to carry an extending wheel wrench with 4 different size heads, and one 13 extra long. We weren’t supposed to carry and assist motorists. Don’t mention recovery, believing their bank account breakdown would cover their motorhome
Hi Ian, thats a fascinating reply! Shocking how some people overlook the importance of preparing for a trip. I blame a lack of awareness and education. Let's hope we reach a few more with this content. Thank you for listening
So what happens when you're driving a truck and you have a fifteen foot high trailor behind you ,are you expected to climb up and sweep it off,I don't think so
I past my driving test 2005 wot is the weight i can drive so say 3500 but if i get in it then the weight is higher if my partner get in then its even heavyer im con fused on weight can eny one tell me in the uk thanks
I assume you have a uk licence. Passing your test after 1997 allows you to drive a vehicle weight up to 3500kg gross. Most motorhomes or cars weigh less than this. The difference is your payload. Watch the episode on payload for a detailed explanation.
I did look at these but our supplier was quite costly. It might be something we get next year. Check out the alternative the V16 beacon. We have these. They will be a legal requirement in Spain in Jan 2026 and I predict other countries will follow suit
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This is now my #1 go to channel for motor home content. 👍👍👍
Wow, thank you! I couldn't really ask for better feedback. Glad you're enjoying our content. If you have any questions of your own don't hesitate to ask at www.motorhomematt.co.uk/askmatt
@@MotorhomeMatt there are (Many) others who do motorhome information and entertainment but I specifically want information and I can get entertainment in a myriad of options at the drop of a hat elsewhere. Information, not so much. Keep up the good work.
@@howarddavies6685 Thank you Howard. Do let us know what we can cover to serve you further. We are now planning content for 2023. Thanks again
Great info - Thanks. Your comments illustrate how complex driving law can be across wider Europe and here in the UK. So many regional variations are too much for any sane person to absorb. If you detailed all of them, this would be 30 day video - Not 30 minutes! 🤓
Thanks for your comment! Believe me, it took a few days to consider the ‘script’ for this episode! Thanks for listening. I appreciate it
We live in Kent and see very often lorries parked in the refuse zones obviously taking a break mostly from the continent
Just subscribed Thanks after stumbling across. I am looking at buying a motorhome and seen some of your videos. Real great help. I live on my own with my small dog. I, when I have been looking, I have taken my brother for a second option. Looking at the price of good second hand to new, I will most likely buy new for just a bit more. I wear hearing aids due to long term noise exposure, plus hereditary. These hearing aids one can answer the phone, and general use of Bluetooth through them.
Thanks for following!
Hi excellent information, just an update we live in Spain and the warning triangle is not sufficient anymore! You need a flashing beacon to use if you break down!! Great in a car as they are magnetic but our motorhome is 3.4 MTRS high and GRP! We have one just incase we get stopped. They are around 20euros so cheeper than the fine?
Yes, very true!! We have mentioned this in more recent episodes and even stock them in our shop because I believe they are a much better alternative to the warning triangle - www.thatleisureshop.com/led-v16-emergency-beacon/
Merci beaucoup pour la information! 🇫🇷 ☺ 🇬🇧
De rien! Thank you for listening 🙏
Thanks for great content, as always. Regarding the Country Vehicle Identifying stickers (UK stickers), I have a question. I live in Northern Ireland (UK), have a motorhome registered in Northern Ireland but have an Irish passport (and will be travelling to France from Dublin). Do I need a UK sticker or an Ireland sticker on the rear of my Motorhome or can I have either? Thanks
Thanks for the kind words! I assume the motorhome has UK plates if registered with DVLA? If so you’d need a UK sticker on the rear. Thanks again
@@MotorhomeMatt Yes Matt. Has UK plates. Thanks for your speedy response.
You’re welcome. Have a great trip!
Great advice, my thoughts on smart motorways is that they should be scrapped , far too dangerous, seen to many near miss incidents..
The great news in they now are! Thanks to The AA's powerful campaign.
I’ve seen at a checkpoint, people in towed caravans on a motorway, yes, cooking in a motorhome whilst in motion, sleeping on the rear fixed bed. Worst is the tyres, oh they’ve only done 2000 miles in 2 yrs, but stood idle for 80 weeks out of those 2 yrs, once had a motorhome with a puncture, didn’t have the right side socket, so hadn’t checked the spare either, both were perished, learnt how expensive recovery was, and 2 new tyres. Caravans where drivers believe their car socket will fit their caravan, different size and depth.
I used to carry an extending wheel wrench with 4 different size heads, and one 13 extra long. We weren’t supposed to carry and assist motorists. Don’t mention recovery, believing their bank account breakdown would cover their motorhome
Hi Ian, thats a fascinating reply! Shocking how some people overlook the importance of preparing for a trip. I blame a lack of awareness and education. Let's hope we reach a few more with this content. Thank you for listening
@@MotorhomeMatt Yes blame the schools. We need more motorhome lessons in school. 🤣🤣🤣
So what happens when you're driving a truck and you have a fifteen foot high trailor behind you ,are you expected to climb up and sweep it off,I don't think so
I past my driving test 2005 wot is the weight i can drive so say 3500 but if i get in it then the weight is higher if my partner get in then its even heavyer im con fused on weight can eny one tell me in the uk thanks
I assume you have a uk licence. Passing your test after 1997 allows you to drive a vehicle weight up to 3500kg gross. Most motorhomes or cars weigh less than this. The difference is your payload. Watch the episode on payload for a detailed explanation.
QUESTION:- How do RV Class-C motorhomes empty their black tanks in Europe?
Have you got the l e d triangles in ya shop?
I did look at these but our supplier was quite costly. It might be something we get next year. Check out the alternative the V16 beacon. We have these. They will be a legal requirement in Spain in Jan 2026 and I predict other countries will follow suit
@@MotorhomeMatt thanks Matt
Can I have someone in the back of my motorhome in the seats with no seat belt? All the best. God bless 🙏🏼
It’s not advisable and it does depend on the age of the vehicle as to whether it is legal.
@@MotorhomeMatt mines from 2001 and was going from Scotland to Bulgaria with 3 people 2 seats.....
Is it not 3500 kilos
Can you clarify?
Probably 3500 instead of 3050 kilos
Thanks for commenting
Should not be smart motorway far too dangerous
This is now my #1 go to channel for motor home content. 👍👍👍
Wow, thank you! I couldn't really ask for better feedback. Glad you're enjoying our content. If you have any questions of your own don't hesitate to ask at www.motorhomematt.co.uk/askmatt