Cold weather doesn’t just freeze pipes — it can turn extension cords and wire insulation stiff and brittle. When you bend or uncoil a frozen cord, tiny cracks can form, exposing live conductors and creating dangerous arcing and heat. This guide covers the warm-up rule, cord gauge basics, outdoor moisture protection, and the winter mistakes that start fires.

Winter RVing brings cozy mornings, holiday lights, and peaceful campsites—but it also comes with increased fire and electrical risks. From space heaters and propane furnaces to holiday decorations and overloaded circuits, cold-weather camping puts your rig’s systems to the test. This guide walks you through the essential winter safety steps every RVer needs to stay warm, prevent hazards, and enjoy the season without worry.

From flash floods to heat waves and everything in between, extreme weather can turn a dream trip into a nerve-wracking situation fast. When extreme weather strikes, being prepared is the key to protecting your rig and, more importantly, yourself and your family.

Here are 15 common RV driving mistakes (and how to avoid them) so you can enjoy smooth travels and skip the headaches.

A tow package is a set of upgrades and equipment installed on a vehicle to make it better suited for towing trailers or other heavy loads. 

Best Case: The tow vehicle has ample towing capacity, horsepower, and braking power to handle the trailer comfortably, even in challenging conditions (hills, wind). The towing experience is stable and controlled.