Ten Golden Rules For First-Time RV Drivers

Above, RVs driving in a Yellowstone National Park Valley. Photo by Armand Vaquer.

Driving an RV can be very intimidating for someone who has never driven one or any other kind of large vehicle, but it can be done with confidence.

With the above in mind, the Daily BayoNet has posted an article on "Ten Golden Rules For First-Time RV Drivers".

They begin it with:

You’ve just gotten yourself a state-of-the-art RV and are prepared to go on your road trip. However, you aren’t entirely sure what happens next. How do you begin preparing for the trip, and worse still, how do you operate an RV for the first time? If that is something that has been bothering you, we’re here to help alleviate your worries. It might appear to be daunting in the beginning, but it’s like learning how to drive a car –– you’ll get used to it!

RVs don’t operate like cars. They brake slower, accelerate slower, and you have way larger blind spots than you would have in a car. With enough practice and time, you’ll gradually enjoy driving the motorhome as much as your vacation itself. Don’t rush into things; the bigger your RV, the larger the accident. Whether you’re renting an RV, or like me, begun renting out my rv, here are some basic driving tips you’ll need to know

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