Steering Confidence: Night Driving & Roadside Skills for Solo RVers

Many midlife women delay RV life because driving larger rigs, arriving after dark, or managing roadside hiccups feels overwhelming. This episode pairs a certified RV driving coach (12 years teaching hands-on towing and maneuvering; nationally recognized instructor certifications) with Katie, a solo RVer who rebuilt her nerves through staged practice. In 45 minutes they translate technique into small, repeatable habits: a five-minute pre-drive checklist, an 8-week stepwise practice plan for parking/backing/hitching, approachable night-driving routines, and three troubleshooting moves that work for most van- and truck-based rigs. The episode includes a 60-second micro-practice listeners can try in an empty lot and clear guidance about rig-size limits—advice here is optimized for light RVs; Class A or heavy-tow situations should consult a certified instructor. Downloadable assets in show notes: “7-Step Confidence Checklist” PDF and a one-page “Emergency Roadmap.”