RV Weekly Round-Up (Oct. 10-16, 2009)

Check out these highlights of RV-related news, events and video from this past week.

1. Tribute to early RVers: my parents: Chris Guld of Geeks on Tour shares an example of a narrated slideshow movie she put together using old family photos from RV camping with her parents in the 1960s. You may find yourself inspired to create your own narrated movies after seeing this example!

2. Arizona County Eyes RV Sector in Housing Matters: The Yavapai County Planning and Zoning Commission in Prescott, Ariz., considered two actions this week affecting the use of RVs in their county. The commission voted unanimously to recommend allowing residents to camp temporarily in RVs and travel trailers on private parcels of 10 acres or more.

3. Nickel-Lithium: The Next Battery Break Through?: Blogger Bob Difley discusses the possible benefits of the new nickel-lithium generation battery, which may expand the practicality of the electric vehicle for both everyday drivers and long-haul drivers.

4. Boost Your Energy in Less Than 5 Minutes: Health blogger Lynn Difley shares a few simple exercises you can use on the road to refresh your body and keep fatigue at bay. Long stretches of driving can wear you down in a hurry, so try these tips next time you begin to feel drowsy behind the wheel.