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IT ’ S NOT TOO OFTEN WE GET TO TALK ABOUT GENUINE AUSTRALIAN FIRSTS . BUT , HAND ON HEART , THE RETREAT CARAVANS ERV IS EXACTLY THAT .

For as long as I can remember , caravans have had three main energy sources : the 240V electricity drawn from the grid ; the 12V electricity stored in the van ’ s battery ; and the gas stored in its cylinders . An additional source of energy for some appliances in some caravans , of course , is diesel .
If I told you the technology to unhook caravans permanently from mains power existed , you ’ d no doubt think lithium batteries . Fair enough . But what if I also told you that there was a revolution brewing ? This revolution will not only see caravans decouple from the national grid but gas cylinders , too .
The ERV , built by Retreat Caravans , is the first caravan in Australia to adopt technology that makes its owner completely energy-independent ; that is , to kiss fossil fuels goodbye without compromising the comforts and conveniences we all expect .
Intrigued ? Read on … ^This weekly repayment estimate is provided by Stratton Finance Pty Ltd ( Australian Credit Licence No . 364340 ) (" Stratton "). Stratton is a finance broker . This repayment is calculated with an interest rate from 5.99 % p . a . over a term of 84 months and a 10 % deposit . The interest rate is indicative of the rates on offer through Stratton ' s lending panel . The repayment estimate applies to the price shown . The price shown may not include other additional costs such as stamp duty , government fees and other charges payable in relation to the item . This estimate should be used for information purposes only and is not an offer of finance on particular terms . Credit fees , service fees and charges may apply . Credit to approved applicants only . A quote , details of all fees and charges may be obtained by contacting Stratton via stratton . com . au or calling 1300 955 600
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