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Updated: 27.04.2026

Diesel

$2.56 /l

€2.19 · £1.90/l

102 of 116

pricier than 87% of countries

Petrol

$2.19 /l

€1.87 · £1.62/l

97 of 115

pricier than 83% of countries

LPG

$1.09 /l

€0.93 · £0.81/l

26 of 45

pricier than 56% of countries

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VanLife Weekly #17 · April 20–26 Lifestyle © AI · OpenVan.camp
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VanLife Weekly #17 · April 20–26

Greece has cancelled its own camper van ban — a year and a half on, as if it got cold feet. In Tenerife, 500 motorhomes blocked a motorway demanding the same — pitches and dump stations. In Miami, 200 families are being evicted from a motorhome park by September, while Córdoba is only just applying for permission for a new overnight area. Plus 21 kg of cocaine in a motorhome in Lanzarote, a fake eight-wheeled Mercedes-AMG G63 and a Starbucks coffee trailer in Seoul — in this issue.

Weekly Digest #16 · 13–19 April Lifestyle © AI · OpenVan.camp
20.04.2026 Article

Weekly Digest #16 · 13–19 April

Almería is putting up physical barriers to keep motorhomers off its former fairground — while Turkey simply evicts them from the beach. Lightship is quadrupling its electric-caravan factory in Colorado, even as 50% of Italian motorhome renters turn out to be under 35. Plus 800 kg of hashish in a motorhome at the Spanish border, Anker's 800 W charger running off the alternator, and Carstay as the mobile HQ of a Tokyo festival — all in this issue.

Weekly Digest #15 · April 6–12 Lifestyle © AI · OpenVan.camp
13.04.2026 Article

Weekly Digest #15 · April 6–12

Spain introduced new road sign S-128 and banned camper vans from parking near beaches. Germany responded with a 3.82-metre electric camper van — fits anywhere, furniture not included. JAL now rents out motorhomes from Narita with miles earned per rental. Storm Ali blowing a traveller's caravan off an Irish cliff, and the Outbound demo for PS5 — all in this issue.

BE Belgium 09.04.2026

Homemade Solar Power Station for Camper

YouTuber Quiet Nerd built a trailer with solar panels to charge his electric camper. The design features a metal frame, a waterproof case with a 240 Ah battery and inverter, and three solar panels on folding brackets. During a test trip in the forest, the system provided power despite a broken tow hitch and snowy conditions.

Weekly Digest #14 · March 30–April 5 Lifestyle © AI · OpenVan.camp
06.04.2026 Article

Weekly Digest #14 · March 30–April 5

ARI Motors released a camper van the size of a regular van — and it's now Germany's smallest production electric camper at €30,000. JAL decided its passengers hadn't traveled enough and offered a sequel: a motorhome pickup straight from Narita. The lawsuit against Stellantis over "cheat" diesel software, a yellow DHL van in the hands of a retiree, and 413 million campsite overnight stays across Europe — all in this issue.

BE Belgium 06.04.2026

Essential Tips for Your First Motorhome Trip

A first motorhome trip requires preparation and consideration of the vehicle's specifics. It is essential to know the exact dimensions and total weight, which with a category B license must not exceed 3500 kg, and to secure all items inside properly. It is advised to plan no more than 300 km per day, arrive at campsites around 2:00 PM, and shop at large shopping centers with spacious parking.

BE Belgium 06.04.2026

Condensation, Heat, and 1:10 Fuel Consumption: The Uncomfortable Truth About Camper Life

Life in a camper is often idealized on social media, but reality involves constant struggles with condensation, overheating, and high operating costs. Most campers run on diesel with average fuel consumption of approximately 1 liter per 10 km, and switching to electric vehicles for heavy models is unlikely before 2030. Research indicates the choice for camper living is often driven not by romance but by high housing costs and necessity.

Free Weighing for Motorhomes in Breendonk Law & Regulations © VRTNWS
BE Belgium 04.04.2026

Free Weighing for Motorhomes in Breendonk

The Rivierenland police zone organized a free weighing event for motorhomes and caravans at a carpool parking lot in Breendonk. An overload of 20 kilograms can result in a fine of 500 euros, and the driver is liable for damages in case of an accident. During this preventive action, 35 owners had their vehicles weighed.

BE Belgium 04.04.2026

Life in a Camper: Kat's Experience

Kat, a 29-year-old Dutch teacher, lives in a 1989 Mitsubishi camper. She faces freezing temperatures, relies on hot water bottles, and questions her decision. Her experience highlights the gap between digital nomad expectations and the reality of van life.

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