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Updated: 19.04.2026

Diesel

$1.64 /l

CAD2.24 · €1.40/l

60 of 116

pricier than 51% of countries

Petrol

$1.32 /l

CAD1.80 · €1.12/l

47 of 115

cheaper than 60% of countries

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Weekly Digest #16 · 13–19 April © AI · OpenVan.camp
Lifestyle 3 days ago
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 © AI · OpenVan.camp
Lifestyle 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.

Law & Regulations CA Canada 14.04.2026 2

Tiny Home or RV? Okanagan Falls Couple Awaits Permit Decision

The Regional District of Okanagan Similkameen has classified the couple's dwelling as an "RV," which under local bylaws prohibits year-round occupancy. The couple disputes this, stating their 400-square-foot home built by Summit Tiny Homes is designed for permanent, full-time living. District staff recommend denying the temporary use permit, citing safety standards and wastewater disposal concerns. The RDOS board will review the options and vote on the matter at its Thursday meeting.

Incidents CA Canada 17.04.2026 5

Camper fire in Chilliwack

Chilliwack firefighters extinguished a camper fire in a driveway on Saturday night. The call came in around 10:04 p.m. for a vehicle fire on Chilliwack River Road, and by 10:10 p.m. the camper was fully engulfed, requiring additional fire units.

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

Closures CA Canada 09.04.2026 4

Abbotsford RV Camp Cleared Out

British Columbia authorities are clearing an RV camp at the Cole Road rest stop in Abbotsford, which had been in place for over three years. Utilities at the site were shut down in November 2025 due to vandalism, with full cleanup expected by the end of April. The camp housed up to 57 people at its peak in April 2025, with only two residents remaining at the time of the eviction.

Incidents CA Canada 07.04.2026

Hamilton man arrested after attempted RV theft

Belleville Police arrested a 43-year-old Hamilton man following an attempted theft of an RV from a business on Old Highway 2. The suspect fled in a truck, damaging three vehicles and the RV before colliding with a pole; witnesses detained him until police arrived. He faces charges including robbery with violence, dangerous operation, and failure to comply with a probation order.

Lifestyle CA Canada 07.04.2026

Essential Skills for Motorhome Travel

According to the 2025 promobil reader survey, 64% of motorhome owners experienced malfunctions in the last 12 months. Basic skills in furniture repair, electrical systems, water systems, and tire changing are required to address common breakdowns independently. A recommended roadside toolkit includes duct tape, cable ties, screwdrivers, Teflon tape, and a multimeter.

Closures CA Canada 06.04.2026

RV residents losing option to spend winters in Dartmouth campground

Halifax Regional Municipality has notified RV residents at Shubie Park that the winter residency program will end in fall 2024. The three-year temporary program provided electricity, snow removal, and sewage services for $250 per month. Program participants, many on fixed incomes, must now seek alternative housing options.

Source: CBC ENG
Lifestyle IS Iceland 03.04.2026 5

Outbound Preview: A Van-Life Crafting Game

Square Glade Games has announced Outbound, an open-world survival crafting simulator. The player explores locations in an electric camper van, repairs it, gathers resources, and builds expansions for the vehicle. The core gameplay loop involves finding blueprints, crafting tools, and removing obstacles on the map.

Weekly Digest #13 · 23–29 March © AI · OpenVan.camp
Lifestyle 30.03.2026
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Weekly Digest #13 · 23–29 March

Spain set a motorhome registration record — and immediately tightened the rules. On Mallorca, 150 caravans took over a sports complex car park because renting a flat costs more. Solar Butterfly returned from a solar-powered trip around the world, and Bryansk promises a camper for 3.9 million roubles — in this issue.

Industry CA Canada 01.04.2026

Electric Travel Trailer Pebble Flow

Pebble has introduced the fully electric Flow travel trailer. The model features a 45 kWh battery, 1.1 kW solar panels, and an automatic Magic Hitch coupling system, providing up to 7 days of off-grid operation. The trailer was showcased at the Florida RV Supershow in 2026.

Industry CA Canada 27.03.2026

Mobile RV Technicians Help Dealers Reduce Repair Cycle Time

Mobile RV service technicians are emerging as a complementary resource to dealerships for reducing RECT (repair event cycle time). They support remote customers, handle overflow work, and perform on-site diagnostics, repairs, and maintenance. This approach addresses technician shortages and the geographic dispersion of RV owners across widespread markets.

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