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Meet Hotwheels



After Rome we enjoyed two nights in Paris before catching the train to Sens where we met Phil and Hanna from Euro Camping Cars. After completing some paperwork, we took possession of our campervan. The small wheels and the side graphics reminded us of a matchbox car so the van became known as Hotwheels.
Hotwheels is based on a Fiat Ducatto with a turbo diesel engine and a 6 speed manual gear box. The gearing allows for the steepest hills as well as relaxed motorway cruising.  


The size and configuration has proven to be perfect for us. The van is small enough to squeeze through most country villages and low enough not to get jammed in tunnels. Roads in Europe are very different to roads in Australia. The bed remains permanently set up at the back and has storage under it. 





The dining table remains set up in the middle and the front seats swivel around as extra seating.


Between the table and the bed is the bath/toilet area and the kitchenette that includes two burners, a sink, a 90L fridge/ freezer and cupboards.

On the roof is a solar panel that even on wet and overcast days produces enough power to keep the battery topped up and the fridge and led lighting going.

Most importantly Hotwheels has a sturdy bike rack on the rear door. 


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