Mike Dawson

Mike Dawson is RVGeo's lead editor, applying inspection-grade rigor to RV research - verifying manufacturer specs, testing components, and fact-checking pricing and claims before they're published. RVGeo's approach draws on a background in automotive technical inspection, applied specifically to RV electrical, power, and safety systems. Mike oversees RVGeo's foundational guides on power systems, DIY conversions, and van-life setup, with every recommendation checked against real specs and current pricing rather than assumptions.

How to Plan an RV Road Trip Without Bad Routes, Bad Stops, or Budget Surprises

September 7, 2026July 15, 2026 Mike Dawson

How to plan an RV road trip visual showing a complete travel day route from departure to campground

Learn how to plan an RV road trip with safer routes, better campground stops, fuel planning, budget control, and fewer surprises.

15 Best Apps for RV Living in 2026 (Full-Timers Edition)

August 5, 2026July 14, 2026 Mike Dawson

Full-time RV couple using smartphone apps outside motorhome at scenic campground

After 3 years full-timing, these are the 15 apps still on our phones. Routing, campgrounds, boondocking, fuel, community — the complete RV app toolkit.

Class A Motorhome Route Planning: How to Avoid Bad Roads, Tight Turns, and Costly Mistakes

September 7, 2026July 13, 2026 Mike Dawson

Class A motorhome route planning visual showing a large RV avoiding a tight risky road

Plan safer Class A motorhome routes by checking height, grades, turns, fuel stops, campgrounds, insurance risk, and travel-day limits.

RV Campground Trip Planner: How to Pick Better Stops Along Your Route

September 7, 2026July 12, 2026 Mike Dawson

RV campground trip planner visual showing campground fit, access roads, and better stop selection

Use an RV campground trip planner to choose better stops, avoid bad access roads, control costs, and build easier travel days.

Full-Time RV Trip Planning Checklist: Routes, Campgrounds, Insurance, and Budget

September 7, 2026July 11, 2026 Mike Dawson

Full-time RV trip planning checklist visual with routes, budget, insurance, maintenance, and campground planning

Use this full-time RV trip planning checklist to organize routes, campgrounds, insurance, fuel, budget, maintenance, and backups.

Starlink Roam Plans in 2026/27: New Prices, the $80 300GB Tier & Which One Fits Your RV

July 12, 2026July 10, 2026 Mike Dawson

Starlink Mini dish on RV roof at boondocking campsite — Starlink Roam plans 2026/27

Starlink Roam plans changed in 2026/27: new prices, an $80 300GB tier, Standby doubled, and the Mini is now the default dish. Which plan fits your RV?

New 2026/27 RV Electrical Rules Explained: GMI, Lithium Standards & What They Mean for You

July 9, 2026 Mike Dawson

RV plugged into campground pedestal with surge protection device — new 2026/27 RV electrical rules

New 2026/27 RV electrical rules explained: the GMI requirement, UL lithium battery standards, key dates, and what they mean for your RV.

RV LIFE Trip Wizard Review: Is It Worth It for RV Trip Planning?

September 7, 2026June 27, 2026 Mike Dawson

RV LIFE Trip Wizard review visual showing an organized RV trip planning command center

Honest RV LIFE Trip Wizard review for RV-safe routing, campgrounds, fuel stops, trip costs, and easier travel planning.

RV LIFE Trip Wizard vs Roadtrippers: Which Trip Planner Is Better for RVers?

September 7, 2026June 19, 2026 Mike Dawson

RV LIFE Trip Wizard vs Roadtrippers visual comparison with two route styles for RV travel planning

Compare RV LIFE Trip Wizard vs Roadtrippers for RV-safe routes, campgrounds, fuel planning, scenic stops, and travel-day planning.