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How to Plan an Epic North America Road Trip

Have you been dreaming of an epic adventure? Do you have a bucket list of places in North America you’d like to see someday? Have you considered a North America road trip in a campervan? ...

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A Beginner’s Guide to Campervan Insulation

So you’ve decided to build your campervan and started researching what you need. When it comes to insulation…you have questions. You’re in luck because we have answers! Insulating your campervan can feel like an overwhelming...

Van Living

Family Van Life: It’s More Common (and Doable!) Than You Think!

Are you considering full-time van life with kids and your partner? If so, you might be feeling a bit overwhelmed at the prospect. That’s totally understandable! The truth is, full-time van life is not a...

Van Living

How We Found Free Camping for Van Life

Part of the appeal of van life is the ability to find free camping and parking in beautiful areas nationwide. While in some areas, it is easier to find free campsites than others, it’s completely...

Van Build

Campervan Electrical Components Explained

So you’ve decided to build out your own camper van electrical system. Great! Building your own setup is a good idea if you want to understand every aspect of your camper electrical parts system in...

Van Build

How to Determine Your Camper Power System Needs

If you’ve never built out a van life electrical system or had experience with other electrical systems before, the process can seem daunting. Where do you begin when it comes to choosing the right solar...

Van Build

A Guide to Solar Panels for Van Conversions

After your wheels, tires, and brakes, arguably the most important part of your van is its electrical systems. A good electrical system can mean the difference between a successful off grid adventure and a long,...

Van Build

A Complete Guide to the Best Battery For Van Life

Whether you live in your van full-time or just use it as a weekend getaway vehicle, your battery is crucial. Even if you have regular access to shore power, a solid power system is important...

Van Build

Camper Van Seating: Options and Where to Get Them

One of the most popular questions we receive at Explore VanX regarding van builds is what camper van seating options are available for camper van conversions. This answer can vary greatly depending on your vanlife...

Van Living

Van Life Jobs: You Don’t Need Remote Work to Make Money Living Van Life!

Don't let the idea of remote work limit your van life dreams! Explore unique job opportunities that are perfect for those living on the road.

Explore VanX Blog Posts:

How to Plan an Epic North America Road Trip

A Beginner’s Guide to Campervan Insulation

Family Van Life: It’s More Common (and Doable!) Than You Think!

How We Found Free Camping for Van Life

Campervan Electrical Components Explained

How to Determine Your Camper Power System Needs

A Guide to Solar Panels for Van Conversions

A Complete Guide to the Best Battery For Van Life

Camper Van Seating: Options and Where to Get Them

Van Life Jobs: You Don’t Need Remote Work to Make Money Living Van Life!

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