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GLIDING ALONG

In Australia, ‘small’ is a relative term for caravan lengths and weights. However, Sydney-based Euro Caravans imports a small range of caravans which indeed redefines the word. Almost all Europeanbuilt caravans are lighter and more compact than the equivalent Australian models, but the Euro Caravans imports are almost in a category of their own.

Euro Caravans currently offers two designs, the Hobby with a towing length of just 4.5m (13ft 9in) and the Glider with a shorter towing length of 4m (13ft 2in). Polish built, it’s beneficial that the Niewiadow manufacturer’s name has been simplified for Australian use. All the caravans are designed to local specifications, including the electrical and gas compliance type matters. In the case of my review van, the Glider, is fully electrified and doesn’t have a gas system at all.

I “A Lack of weight is why the van is easily pushed around”

TOWING

What vehicle might be used for towing the Glider? Just about anything you care to name that has a tow hitch. Since the Glider has an overrun mechanical brake,

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