Cleaner, Greener Motorhome Adventures

For many, the joy of owning a motorhome is about freedom, the open road, spontaneous weekends away, and travel that doesn’t rely on airports or hotels. But motorhome life isn’t without its drawbacks, especially when it comes to fuel consumption and emissions.

Heavier than most vehicles and often underpowered from the factory, motorhomes can be surprisingly inefficient, leaving owners with high fuel bills, sluggish performance, and a less enjoyable driving experience.

This Earth Day, we’re exploring how engine tuning can change that. With a custom engine remap from VIEZU Technologies, your motorhome or towing vehicle can be more responsive, more efficient, and also greener.

The Weight of Adventure: Why Motorhomes Struggle

Motorhomes are big, heavy machines. Many UK models operate close to the 3,500kg weight limit, and with passengers, supplies, water tanks and more, that weight increases even further. The challenge? Most are fitted with engines originally intended for much lighter vehicles.

This mismatch creates a cascade of problems:
– Underpowered engines struggle to maintain speed on inclines or motorways
– Drivers press harder on the accelerator, leading to higher fuel consumption
– Increased engine strain leads to unnecessary wear and tear
– Frustrating flat spots make the drive less enjoyable

Even when the engine has reasonable horsepower, it’s often not in the usable rev range, meaning you work the engine harder than needed just to keep up with traffic.

How Tuning Solves the Problem

A professionally written remap addresses these issues by optimising the engine’s software to deliver more torque at lower RPMs, where it’s most useful during loaded driving. The effect is immediate and measurable.

Make your driving experience a lot less demanding, more fun, and use less fuel.

By adjusting the engine’s behaviour to suit the heavier loads and driving style associated with motorhome travel, tuning delivers:
– Stronger acceleration from low speeds
– Better hill climbing ability
– Reduced gear changes
– Less need to ‘floor it’—saving fuel
– Improved driveability on both local roads and long motorway stretches

Real Results from Real Motorhomes

Let’s take a look at a real-world examples, based on the popular and widely used Ford Transit platform, a common base for many UK and European motorhomes:
– 2014 Ford Transit TDCi (Factory Spec): 119hp / 360Nm
After VIEZU Remap: 171hp / 437Nm

These aren’t just numbers on a spec sheet—they translate into a fundamentally different driving experience. In the case of the 2014 model, the 52hp power increase represents a 44% uplift, while the additional 77Nm of torque (a 21% increase) makes all the difference on inclines and when joining fast-moving traffic. The motorhome is no longer under strain when pulling away from roundabouts or pulling up hills, especially when fully loaded.

It’s not just about speed or acceleration, it’s about making the vehicle feel less laboured, more in control, and ultimately more enjoyable to drive. And when you don’t have to push the engine as hard, you burn less fuel, extending your range and reducing costs.

Fuel Economy Gains That Add Up

One of the biggest surprises for many motorhome owners is just how much fuel they can save after tuning.

When your engine delivers its power in the right place, you don’t have to work it as hard. As a result:
– You use less throttle to maintain cruising speed
– Gear changes become smoother and less frequent
– Long-distance journeys feel more relaxed—and more efficient

You no longer have to floor the accelerator, resulting in a more relaxed driving experience and a significant improvement in fuel economy.

Greener Travel Without Compromise

Motorhome travel could be considered a more environmentally conscious way to explore. You avoid the emissions of flights, the overhead of hotel operations, and can travel at your own pace. But tuning takes that even further.

By consuming less fuel per mile, your vehicle’s carbon footprint shrinks with every trip. And with lower strain on the engine, you reduce the need for replacement parts and premature wear, adding to your vehicle’s longevity.

For those who want to explore without guilt, tuning is a meaningful, measurable step.

Take the Scenic Route

This Earth Day, consider a change that doesn’t ask you to give anything up, only to gain more from the vehicle you already own.

Whether you’re chasing sunsets in the Lake District or heading to the French Riviera, tuning your motorhome or tow vehicle can help you:
✅ Drive more efficiently
✅ Save fuel and money
✅ Lower your environmental impact
✅ Improve comfort and confidence behind the wheel

Get in touch with our friendly team today to find out how you could experience a newly enhanced drive in your motorhome.