5 Tips to Plan the Best RV Route

It’s summer – prime RV season here in southeastern Pennsylvania. But, even if you know where you want to go, do you know how to get there?
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After all, driving an RV is a little different than simply hopping in your car, so we here at Berkshire Insurance Services put together some tips to help you plan your route and enjoy your trip.

Use an online trip planner

Two that we know of are Freetrip.com and the Good Sam Club (this one requires a membership). You can set guidelines, such as avoiding highways or low clearances and get a route customized to you.

Don’t forget guidebooks and atlases

There’s nothing wrong with going low-tech, too. In fact, it’s good to have a backup for when you need to change plans without Internet or GPS assistance. Atlases for commercial truck drivers, in particular, can be useful, because they highlight some of the same things you need to consider, such as overpass height, etc.

Know your vehicle

It’s tempting to just take the height specifications from your manual, but it’s better to know for sure. Measure your RV from the ground to the highest item on the roof. Stick it on a label inside your windshield, so it’s always visible.

Utilize other tools

Some GPS models have RV/truck modes that will adjust routes based on the larger size of your vehicle. Use them if they’re available.

Multiple Sources of Information

Online trip planners and GPS systems make things easy, but they’re not always up to date. So, in addition to your trip plan and guidebooks, also take care to pay attention to signs and your surroundings when you’re on the go.

It’s easier than ever to plan for a great road trip, so get out there and explore! We’ll be waiting to hear all about your trip and to help you with all of your RV insurance needs. Give Berkshire Insurance Services a call at (610) 376-7300 or get a free quote on RV or any type of personal insurance.