VanAlert

Very slick app that saved my bacon a few times on my last road trip. You’ll find hosts who might let you stay in the driveway (or up in their upper hill campsite, as I did in Nashville), recommended camp spots and mechanics all over, and a wonderful community of very nice folks who will help you out with advice, knowledge, recommendations, and support. If you own a Vanagon, you should have this app.

Great app!! The one thing needed is to search for van support outside of your immediate area. If you resize or drag the map, it should repopulate. Then it would be useful as a planning tool as well and not just when in immediate need of help. For instance planning a trip, where are the various shops to have in mind, or plan an oil change etc. But otherwise amazing app. Thx!

Just stumbled on this app and it’s so cool! So much more than Stolen Van Alerts (which is enough of a reason to download). Did your van break down on a trip? Find a friendly ‘rescue’ volunteer here! If your new rescue friend can’t help you resolve the issue, no problem, you can find a recommended VW shop in your area. Looking for a free VW friendly place to park in the city? No sweat, there are tons of VW ‘hosts’ who will lend you a parking spot, shore power, and even WiFi! (You may even be able to do a load of laundry if you’re lucky.) Or find a local pay or even a free camping spot in the great outdoors. The more people use this the better resource it will be for everyone so come‘on ya’ll what are you waiting for? It’s FREE and awesome!