A gas leak occurred during an open day event at caravan manufacturer DKW in Wevelgem. One person became unwell as a result and was taken to the hospital.

The "Euro Mini Camping" site in Deidenberg has been acquired by a new owner. The plans include modernizing the facilities and adding safari-style tents.

Citroën presented the ELO electric concept car at the Brussels Motor Show. The 4.1-meter-long vehicle features a transformable interior for up to six people, serving as a sleeping area, mobile office, or mini-cinema. The doors open to a width of 1.92 meters, and the roof includes a large opening section.

Belgian radio station JOE has launched a show where a camper van is being given away. Contestants must complete seven consecutive challenges to win the vehicle. The first candidate in Liedekerke failed to gather 37 people aged 37 within an hour.

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Belgian company Alpha Motorhomes has announced the takeover of its competitor Urbano. The merged entity will operate under the Urbano Motorhomes brand, managing five sales locations for motorhomes and caravans. The financial terms of the deal were not disclosed.

The Belgian motorhome manufacturer Vanomobil is investing in the expansion of its site in Deerlijk. The company emphasizes that all production processes, including solving technical challenges, are handled in-house by its own specialists.

Belgian radio station JOE is running a competition where the main prize is a camper van. Starting March 2, hosts Sven and Anke will travel across Flanders and assign tasks to participants via an app. The winner who completes seven consecutive tasks will receive the vehicle.

A new Mercedes-Benz Sprinter-based camper van with all-wheel drive has been listed for sale. The ADM 4X4 Ghost Offroad 319 CDI Camper is a 6-meter-long vehicle with a 190 hp diesel engine, priced at €147,637. It features a full living module with a kitchen, shower, and solar panels, and is being sold by a dealer in Belgium.

A new Mercedes-Benz Sprinter-based 4x4 camper van has been listed for sale in Europe. The vehicle, offered by dealer Auto's David in Belgium, features a 190 hp diesel engine, full-time four-wheel drive, and is priced at €147,636.85 including VAT. It includes sleeping for two, a kitchen, bathroom, and various premium driver-assist and comfort features.

Motorhome sales in Belgium have more than doubled over the past decade, with around 70,000 now on the country's roads. An average of 45 injury accidents involving motorhomes are recorded annually, with 25% occurring in July and August. The severity of the consequences of these accidents is almost double that of car accidents.

Secondary school students in Geraardsbergen have converted a trailer into a mobile festival unit. The 3000-euro project includes solar panels, a battery, a refrigerator, and sleeping space. It won a competition by the province of East Flanders to build a mobile installation powered by renewable energy.

The Belgian company Vanomobil is expanding its motorhome repair workshop in Deerlijk from 3,000 to 6,000 square meters. Construction will begin in November 2025 and take six months. The expansion responds to sustained demand for motorhome maintenance and repairs following the pandemic.