WHEN WE SAY BUILT IN AUSTRALIA – AT SWAG CAMPER TRAILERS, WE MEAN IT!
FAST FACTS
- Did you know that over 50% of all vans sold in Australia are now imported?
- Did you know that 98% of products fitted to Australian made vans are imported?
This means that companies promoting that they are Australian Made are actually using predominately imported products on the bulk of their vans – but we will leave that for another day.
There are 2 very clear business models used when importing Campers & Hybrid Vans into the Australian market?
MODEL 1 – The entire manufacturing and production of the unit is done overseas. Things like suspension, hubs, bearings, all 240v & 12v electrical as well as gas & plumbing all done behind closed doors – insert SCARY face here…
The units are then pulled out of a shipping container and handed over to the unsuspecting customer. The process is almost entirely unregulated and is the best way to make a quick buck – especially in a boom. The process saves thousands of $$ on overheads but you (the consumer) run a huge risk when purchasing a unit like this.
The federal government introduced legislation in 2018 forcing ALL manufacturers (local & imported) to meet strict manufacturing standards (ADR). This process was meant to come into full enforcement in July 2022 however it has since been extended until July 2023.
Essentially this means popup companies or companies who couldn’t be bothered adapting to the new rules have another 12 months of not having to meet the Recreational Vehicle Standards (RVS) in Australia. – insert another SCARY face here…
MODEL 2 – (Our Business model) Each camper is designed in house and modeled using 3D cad system prior to any production taking place. The Cad models are then sent to an independent testing facility in Australia for approval. Once approved the manufacturing process is then licensed to an international factory in China for production. Control measures are put in place including checklists and data testing. When complete, the products are sent to Australia and the Fitment of CRITICAL COMPONENTRY begins.
Like the flight systems on an Aircraft, the Critical components of a caravan or camper are just as important.
Swag Camper Trailers have always been upfront about where our campers come from and have proudly pioneered the MODEL 2 approach to manufacturing.
With that said, preserving Australian Jobs, remaining competitive and ensuring a quality product is a balancing act.
Every SWAG Camper, Hybrid Van or R.V. goes through our rigorous testing to ensure a premium product is produced to Australian Standards. We proudly use AUSTRALIAN SUPPLIED Products such as ARK, NARVA, PROJECTA, CAMEC, PREMIER ENGINEERING, MONROE, DOMETIC, TRUMA, LION BATTERIES, ASHDOWN INGRAM just to name a few.
Our commitment is this – Customers can be assured that on every SWAG product:
- All 240v power systems are fitted by an Australian Licensed electrician.
- All 12v power systems are fitted in Australia
- All Batteries are supplied by an Australian company with nationwide warranty
- All gas plumbing & systems are fitted by an Australian Plumber
- All our bearings, hubs and drive systems are fitted in Australia by Australian Trades
- All roof mounted assets are fitted in Australia
- All hitches/couplings, brake-away system and jockey wheel is fitted in Australia.
- The livery and decals are installed by Australian Sign-writers
So when we say Built in Australia – WE MEAN IT…
OFF ROAD CAMPERS & HYBRID VANS FOR ALL AUSTRALIANS
SWAG Camper Trailers is proudly leading the way in Camper Trailer & Offroad Hybrid Caravan design. A truly national company with showrooms in Brisbane, Lismore, Adelaide, Melbourne, Sunshine Coast and more to follow, it is family owned and run, and has been operating since 2008.
In this time, the focus has always been on delivering high quality products at an affordable price to Aussie families – from first time campers to experienced enthusiasts we have something for you.
SWAG have earned their reputation as being the best value manufacturer with the highest quality and best Camper packages in Australia, mainly because of their commitment to the research and development of their products.
It’s not uncommon to see our team out most weekends on the tracks with their families in tow, testing out the campers and really putting them through their paces.
Is it time you started seeing more of Australia? Why not travel in style with the luxurious camper trailers from SWAG Camper Trailers?
Since 2008, SWAG Camper Trailers & Offroad Hybrids has grown into one of Australia’s most trusted manufacturers of campers and caravans, including hard floor camper trailers and hybrid options, with thousands of units sold nationwide.
We are a 100% Australian family owned business which has expanded from its humble beginnings with showrooms across this great country.
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