An RV, or recreational vehicle, is a motor vehicle or trailer that includes living quarters designed for accommodation. RVs can either be trailers that are towed behind motor vehicles or self-propelled vehicles. There are different types of RVs, including motorhomes, campervans, coaches, caravans, fifth-wheel trailers, popup campers, and truck campers. The exact definition of an RV varies from state to state, so it is important to check with your local DMV before making a choice.
The main types of RVs are:
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Motorhomes: These are part vehicle, part house, meaning they can be driven without having anything to tow it. Motorhomes are categorized according to their class — Class A, B or C.
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Trailers: These require another vehicle with the ability to tow. Trailers include travel trailers, fifth wheels, pop-up trailers, and toy haulers.
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Truck campers: These are designed to be loaded onto the bed of a pickup truck.
RVs give people the unique opportunity to have all of the comforts of home, including places to cook, sleep, relax, and use a washroom, while they travel from location to location. People may choose to take a road trip in their RV and use the RV to sleep in, rather than a hotel room.
