Solar Panels

TO SOLAR OR NOT TO SOLAR

Though some brand new motorhomes and camper-van models are fitted with solar panels already, there are plenty of older ones out there which are not. 

 WHY SOLAR?

Installing solar panels on a motorhome/camper-van will provide a reliable source of energy for travellers, reducing dependence on traditional ‘grid’ power. This will be particularly helpful if you are intending to travel to remote locations or camping sites without electrical hook-ups.

• Having solar panels installed on your camper-van/motorhome will enable the possibility of living off-grid.
• You will be able to explore more secluded areas without worrying about losing access to the power you need. The freedom and flexibility of on-the-road living will be greater enhanced, making it easier for you to connect with nature.
• Carbon footprint: One of the major benefits of solar panels is that they can generate electricity without emitting harmful greenhouse gases. This contributes to any trips generating a lower carbon footprint.
• This eco-friendly aspect is a factor in attracting environmentally aware holidaymakers to motorhomes/camper-vans which have the facility to be solar-powered.
• Clean energy: using solar panels means clean energy production, without noise or air pollution as it enhances your overall on-the-road experience by providing a quieter and more peaceful atmosphere.
• Campervan/motorhome solar panels help to maintain the battery, by providing it with a constant trickle charge. This reduces the overall strain on the vehicle battery – especially during periods of inactivity – and prevents it from fully going ‘flat’ or ‘dead’. This also prolongs the battery’s overall life.
• Continuous power: Solar panels ensure a continuous power supply, which enables users to run essential appliances (fridges, fans, lighting systems etc) without worrying about the battery draining.
• These days, solar panels are designed and manufactured to be extremely user-friendly, with straightforward installation and operation processes.
• Additionally, solar panels require a minimal amount of maintenance, which makes them a convenient and hassle-free addition to motorhomes/camper-vans.
• Gadgets and appliances: Solar power systems in motorhomes/camper-vans can be adapted to charge various gadgets and appliances, and therefore means that travellers can stay connected and in contact with the civilised world, and powered up even in remote locations.
• Lower costs: The initial investment you will have to make to have a solar panel (or panels) installed on your vehicle may seem substantial, but the long-term savings will be significant. Solar power is essentially free power – so it enables savings on fuel costs that would have been incurred if using generators or relying solely on the grid.
• Resale: Motorhomes/camper-vans which are equipped with a solar panel are likely to sustain a higher value in the second-hand market. Buyers tend to appreciate any technologies included in the vehicle, particularly as, in this case, there will be cost savings for them going forward.
• Ultimately, installing solar panels into a motorhome/camper-van will bring about a range of benefits. Energy independence and sustainability will be at the top of the list for most people,
• For now, with some vehicles currently on the road or for sale at motorhome dealerships not coming with this capability, but with the installation of a solar panel system possible, there’s no reason not to go green!

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