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GLOSSARY
User Payload
The weight of all items carried in the caravan.
U-Shaped Settee
Usually a reference to seating that literally is
‘U’ shaped.
Vehicle Kerb weight
The weight of the tow car often indicated in
the manufacturers specifications..
VIN - Vehicle Identification Number
This is a unique serial identification number
for a vehicle. All Cars and motor caravans
should carry a VIN. Caravans are not obliged
to, but most of those sold in recent years in
the UK do as a result of the CRiS voluntary
registration scheme.
Warranty
Is the terms and conditions that spell out your
rights with regard to servicing, repair or
replacement of parts as provided by the
manufacturer.
Wild Camping
Term used for staying overnight away from a
campsite. Illegal in many countries, but
permission may be granted by individual
landowners.