Ready for your first vanlife adventure? This 2025 guide covers trip‑planning, packing, safety, and beginner‑friendly vehicle features—plus why DM Vans’ Lifestyle Vehicles® are the perfect springboard into road‑trip freedom.
It’s officially desert season and we are visiting one of our favorite places for van travel: Moab. A popular destination for van lifers, car dwellers, and other nomads, Moab offers world-class mountain biking, rafting, hiking, and sightseeing.
Van life comes with some unavoidable environmental impacts, but these sustainable van life hacks will help you reduce your footprint
I’ve always believed in the power of simplicity, but I never imagined my journey into van life would eventually lead me to giving a TED Talk. When I initially downsized, bought a van, and embraced life on the road, it was a personal experiment: Could I thrive in a mountain town, live happily on a teacher’s budget, and truly prioritize my love for the outdoors?
At DM Vans, we believe van life should be accessible to everyone. While most people are drawn to this lifestyle for the obvious reasons—affordable housing, financial freedom, and easy travel—there’s a whole world of unexpected perks that make life on the road even more fulfilling.
Artist Sam Rueter gives insight into traveling as a woman, mental health, self reflection, confronting our realities, healing through wide open spaces, and remaining present, all through the lens of van life.
The easiest way to think about the power setup in your van is like a bucket of water. Your battery is the bucket. The more water in your bucket, the more capacity you have to run electrical devices in your van. The bigger your bucket, the more water you can put in it. In our case, you fill the bucket through solar panels and a smart isolator; you empty the bucket by running electrical accessories in your van.
When you're setting out on the adventure of van life, choosing the right vehicle can make all the difference. At DM Vans, we've built our brand around delivering unmatched value and reliability, utilizing the RAM ProMaster chassis as our foundation—and for good reason. Let's explore why the ProMaster isn't just a smart choice but the ultimate camper van for both seasoned RV enthusiasts and newcomers alike.
Explore 11 Ikon Pass 2025 resorts across the Midwest and East with DM Vans’ ultimate van life guide. Discover winter camping tips, top skiing spots, and insider insights for an unforgettable road trip adventure.
Van insurance can be confusing. We can help. While coverage and policies vary widely by state, this post will guide
Follow professional trail runner Hillary Allen on her van life book tour across the West. Learn how her DM Van supports training, recovery, and the launch of her memoir “Out and Back.
Get a glimpse into the unique ways van life manifests in the real world. Meet Angela Linghu and Kevin Lian of APOTHERIE, an herbal apothecary founded around around traditional Chinese medicine.
The Eastern Sierra is a van lifer’s dream. We follow US 395 from Mono Lake to Lone Pine and give you everything you need to know about where to park for the night, where to eat, what to do, and more.
Recently we had the opportunity to work with two van lifers who have inspired us throughout our journey as a
