Vehicles from the Ducato family offer very good conditions for a space-saving installation of an auxiliary heater under the passenger seat. The available space is generous, the line runs are short – and access to the tank is comparatively easy, too. Via the easily accessible tank console, the Easy fuel pickup from our Ducato installation…

If a diesel auxiliary heater starts badly, smokes heavily and soot or even diesel comes out of the exhaust, that points to a well-known problem: a sooted-up combustion chamber. It usually happens gradually, so you only notice the problem when the heater one day refuses to run at all. You get a first hint whether…

If you want to retrofit a diesel air heater in your travel vehicle, one thought comes up quickly: “I’ll just keep using the existing warm-air ducting from my old Truma gas heater.” It does sound logical at first – but technically, unfortunately, it’s a really bad idea. Our technician Nico explains in detail why that…

05.11.2025: As of now you can officially run your Autoterm diesel heater on HVO100 fuel. The approval came directly from the manufacturer today. But what exactly is HVO100, and what does it mean for you as the owner of a diesel camper or motorhome? What Is HVO100? HVO stands for Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil. The 100…

Cozy warmth inside – a basic requirement for a successful camper trip For most campers, an auxiliary heater in the vehicle is a must – because freezing is definitely not part of the adventure. The diesel auxiliary heater in particular, planned in right from the build or retrofitted later, has become the preferred solution. Why?…

When it comes to optimally controlling the warm air distribution in your camper, the control flap is an enormously helpful component. It lets you direct the airflow in a targeted way – meaning you can heat individual areas only when you really need it. Our technik-tiger Nico explains step by step how to install a…

Autoterm auxiliary heaters are known for their reliability, even under harsh conditions. Still, especially on long trips, a problem can come up now and then; no manufacturer’s products are immune to that. One clear advantage of Autoterm, though, is that the simple technology is extremely repair-friendly, so even a layperson can get it running again…

Autoterm auxiliary heaters come from the factory with all the components needed to run safely and efficiently. With our Camper Kits and installation kits, you also get everything you need to install one and keep your travel vehicle warm. For trips to regions with unpaved roads, however, it’s a good idea to take a few…

Underfloor mounting of auxiliary heaters such as the Autoterm Air 2D and 4D looks very attractive to many people, especially in smaller campers – the heater doesn’t take up any space inside, and the operating noise “stays outside”. So why not simply install the heater underfloor? Our answer in customer support is often: “Better not!”…