A French motorhome owner known as Patoche has said he will not put his motorhome into winter storage because he uses it regularly. He stated that if he had the means he might consider it, but the vehicle, like a car, is made to be outside. The specialist outlet Le Monde du Camping.Car notes that a shelter or garage protects a motorhome but is not mandatory. For those who do immobilise their vehicle for the winter, a full fuel tank and slightly overinflated tyres are recommended.