Editorial Policy

TrailCab exists to publish useful, model-aware car-camping advice — not to push the highest-commission SKU.

Research approach

Prefer primary specs (cargo dimensions, Wh ratings, mattress sizes) over marketing copy.
Call out vehicle-specific gotchas (RAV4 rear seat height, liftgate clearance, etc.).
Separate “works for a weekend” from “works for full-time living.”
Update guides when products or model years change enough to matter.

Testing & experience

Not every product mentioned is personally long-term tested. When advice is based on owner reports, manufacturer specs, or general field practice, we say so or keep language cautious. Hands-on notes will be labeled when we have them.

Affiliate conflict handling

If an affiliate product and a non-affiliate option are similar, we still state tradeoffs honestly. We only link merchants whose affiliate programs are live (currently FireHiking, ALLPOWERS, BODEGA, and Jackery); other products are described in plain text with no link, and new partners never change our conclusions just to fit a network.

Corrections

Spot an error (especially a dimension or Wh claim)? Email viaContact. We correct factual mistakes promptly and note significant updates with an updated date on the guide.

Comments & reviews

We do not currently host public comments. Feedback by email is enough for a small site.