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Awning

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Porch awning, roll-out awning, sunshade canopy, drive-away awning, Fiamma awning, Omnistor awning, Thule awning

An awning is a retractable shade structure attached to the side of a motorhome or caravan that extends outward to create a covered outdoor living area, providing shelter from sun and light rain.

Awnings may be manual (rolled out by hand) or electric. Drive-away awnings allow the motorhome to be moved while leaving the awning standing. Popular brands include Thule, Fiamma, and Omnistor.

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