Gadget Guru Industry Interviews

A Conversation With Airstream Chief Operating Officer, Justin Humphreys

18 Jan 2019

Continuing The Gadget Guru’s conversation series with executives in the motorhome industry, in this video you’ll meet Justin Humphreys, the Chief Operating Officer of Airstream. This interview was conducted on the floor at the 2019 Florida RV Super Show in Tampa, Florida. As with my other interviews, there are no... Read More

Andy’s Selling His 2014 Marathon Prevost – Questions Answered

07 Dec 2018

While it may come as much of a surprise to you as it did for Siren, I’ve now listed my 2014 Marathon coach for sale. A video that explains why I’m selling and shows the interior, is located near the end of this post. What, you may ask? What happened?... Read More

Newmar New Aire Owner Provides His First Impressions Of This New RV Model

18 Aug 2018

The Newmar New Aire is an interesting motorhome. When this model was introduced I was under the impression that it would offer many of the luxuries of Newmar’s 45 foot flagship King Aire, but do so in a smaller footprint. Possibly I was mistaken as if you look at Newmar’s... Read More

What You Need To Know About Liberty Coach – An Interview With Frank Konigseder Jr

07 Aug 2018

One of the most satisfying aspects of my job is the ability to share the lens side of the camera with notable, knowledgeable and reliable sources for nothing less than a simple off-the-cuff conversation about what they do and how they do it. Let’s face it, in this day and... Read More

Prevost For Newbies – Part 11: Connecting A Tow Bar To A Motorhome

04 May 2018

If you own a motorhome, there’s a good chance you’ve learned that bringing a car along on your journey provides a convenient method of transportation. Whether it’s to use the car to go shopping when parked at a campground or a way to take side trips, having a car at... Read More

Prevost For Newbies – Part 10: What You Need To Know About Millennium Luxury Coaches

30 Apr 2018

Believe it or not, this is Part 10 of The Gadget Guru’s Prevost for Newbies video series. In previous posts I’ve covered various aspects of shopping for a new or pre-owned luxury motorcoach as well as understanding the operations of a Prevost motorhome. Now I’m expanding the series to focus... Read More

Could Thornton Creek Be The Best Value For A Florida Motorcoach Resort Purchase?

22 Apr 2018

When it comes to campgrounds and motorcoach resorts, beauty is truly in the eye of the beholder. Over the past two years I’ve stayed in $20 per night well managed campgrounds that I’ll look forward to visiting again as well as high-end resorts that cost hundreds of dollars per night... Read More

Tow Tower Lifts Front Wheel Drive Cars For Towing Without Dolly

16 Feb 2018

There’s a difference between a review and an overview. For example, when I review a product, I go hands-on and use it in the method in which it is designed. If it performs as promoted and, in my opinion, is considered a competitive value in it’s category, I’ll have no... Read More

Could Lithium Ion Batteries Be The Answer For Extended Motorhome Usage?

14 Feb 2018

As any motorhome owner already knows, balancing the usage of various appliances to maximize battery life can be quite a chore. For example, under normal conditions my 2014 Marathon Prevost motorhome can operate two air conditioners, a TV, satellite receiver, lights and an occasional kitchen appliance for around two hours... Read More

Meet Jamie Bradford And See What It Takes To Organize The Prevost Motorhome Expo

12 Feb 2018

First and foremost, allow me to apologize to Jamie Bradford. Throughout my coverage of the recent Prevost Motorhome Expo, I’ve been calling his show the “Prevost Expo.” Since Prevost is the manufacturer of various forms of over the road vehicles and since this show focuses on Prevost shells that have... Read More

Prevost For Newbies – Part 8: Selecting A Chassis. H or X?

10 Feb 2018

Once you’ve made the decision that a new or pre-owned Prevost motorhome is in your future, while most will tell you the next step is to focus on the floor plan, there’s one major decision you’ll need to make before selecting the interior.. Which chassis is best for my needs?... Read More

What You Need To Know About Airstream Touring Coaches

19 Jan 2018

When you hear the name Airstream, the image of retro futuristic, aluminum skinned travel trailers most likely comes to mind. To say that Airstream is an American icon and is the undisputed king of the road of travel trailers is nothing short than an understatement. Its sleek and shiny torpedo-shaped... Read More