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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.

A motorhome overturned into a ditch on the Fulnek-Vrchy road in the Czech Republic. The driver sustained minor injuries, and firefighters extracted a 10-kilogram gas cylinder from the vehicle and stabilized it.

A family converted a decommissioned bus into a living trailer for five people. The work was done independently, making the project an affordable alternative to buying a ready-made caravan.

A new service station for caravans will be built on the edge of the Bobrky industrial zone in Vsetín this summer. The facility, costing over 800,000 Czech crowns with most covered by a regional subsidy, will offer chemical toilet emptying, drinking water refills, and electrical hookups for a fee, but will not serve as a parking area.

The compact electric camper Ari 458 Pro for 2026 has been introduced. It is 3.5 meters long, with an area of 2.8 m² and a width of 1.49 meters. A 15 kW electric motor provides a top speed of 70 km/h and a range of 120 to 230 km depending on the 15 or 23.5 kWh battery. The model is offered as a base platform for self-conversion, with a starting price above 30,000 euros.

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.

A Zlín-based startup introduced the Caravanbox Coyot GT, a removable living superstructure for a trailer. The 270 kg construction is positioned as transported cargo, avoiding registration as a residential trailer. The complete set with a trailer and mattress is estimated at around 165,000 CZK.

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.

A Czech representative of the Polish company Camper4Mountain converts vans into campers. The conversion includes installing a pop-up roof and a complete interior fit-out, taking from one week. The company primarily works with Volkswagen Transporter T5/T6 models with up to 120,000 kilometers on the odometer.

Boho Camper Vans has introduced the Buttercup camper based on a Ram ProMaster chassis, designed for self-sufficient living. The vehicle features a 500-watt solar array, a Starlink antenna, an energy storage system, and a 125-liter water tank. The project reflects growing demand for mobile living solutions as an alternative to conventional housing.

An entrepreneur from the Czech Republic has become the official representative of the Polish company Camper4Mountain, which specializes in converting vans into campervans. The conversion includes installing a pop-up roof and basic amenities, a process that takes about a week. The base vehicles are most often Volkswagen Transporter T5/T6 vans with up to 120,000 kilometers on the odometer.

The Sazka Klub loyalty program is running an exclusive raffle for a PLA Happy 440 motorhome worth 1.2 million CZK throughout April. Registered club members who meet one of the conditions, such as topping up a SAZKAmobil phone number, by April 28th are automatically entered. The motorhome accommodates six people and features an engine commonly used in the Citroën Jumper and Fiat Ducato.

Spain tightened inspections for camper vans — meanwhile in Torrox, 50 motorhomes occupied a riverbed. Italians 3D-printed a motorhome from plastic in four days, Hyundai unveiled an 800-volt electric camper, and 34 million Americans are hitting the road. Demolitions in Turkey, bans in Scotland, and a woman who drove along the Baltic in an electric Smart — all in this issue.

The city of Zlín will ban the parking of motorhomes and caravans at the P+R park-and-ride lot in Příluky from May 4th. The ban is due to these vehicles occupying spaces intended for commuters and hospital patients for weeks or months. Municipal police will increase enforcement of the new regulation.

The small workshop Vanaconda Customs has unveiled a caravan based on a Mercedes-Benz Sprinter chassis. Autonomous systems include solar panels up to 600W, a power station, and water tanks. The interior converts from a seating area to a full-size bed and features a separate shower.

On Saturday, March 21, after 1:00 PM, a caravan caught fire in the town of Dubá in the Česká Lípa district. Firefighters brought the blaze under control within minutes, completely extinguishing it by 2:05 PM. The cause of the fire is under investigation.

Sales of new motorhomes in the Czech Republic increased by 12% to 1,311 units last year, returning the market to growth after a decline. The total number of motorhomes in the country exceeded 31,000. New models are being showcased at an exhibition in Prague, with Slovenian brand Adria leading sales with 189 motorhomes sold.

On the 130th kilometer of the D5 motorway towards Plzeň, a truck collided with a van towing a caravan that was parked on the hard shoulder. The caravan was completely destroyed, but there were no injuries; traffic is moving in a single lane.

Warendorf introduced paid motorhome parking — and lost its tourists. Japan quietly reached 607 RV parks while Nagoya showed a camper on a rocket launcher chassis. The Turkish coastal ban, a Polish trailer with a side shower, and Korean rentals straight from the train — in this issue.

The Eurojackpot lottery is holding two draws where the main prize is a caravan valued at 2.5 million Czech crowns. Participation requires purchasing a full ticket for the draws on June 24 or July 11. The prize is a travel trailer, not a motorized vehicle.

Vanlife is an alternative lifestyle where people live full-time in a converted van, motorhome, or caravan. The phenomenon has gone viral on social media, particularly on Instagram, where the hashtag #vanlife has accumulated over 3 million posts. The style's popularity has grown among digital nomads who document their travels, with some monetizing content through sponsorships or platforms like YouTube.

A motorhome built on a military Land Rover 101 Forward Control chassis is up for sale. The vehicle is reported to be in good condition and features extensive equipment.

The Czech company Caravanbox introduced the lightweight Coyot GT living structure, which is strapped to a standard trailer. The structure weighs 270 kg, allowing it to be towed by vehicles with low towing capacity, such as the Škoda Fabia 1.0 MPI. The base price starts at 127,050 Czech crowns, and due to its low weight, the product does not require an additional technical inspection.

A British couple from Swindon purchased a 22-year-old caravan for £1,800 (approximately 51,000 Czech koruna) on the online marketplace Marketplace. They decided to renovate it because foreign holidays had become too expensive for them.

Prague-based company Anywhere Campers Prague has introduced special offers for the new travel season. Customers renting a motorhome for six days receive one extra day free, while a seven-day booking includes two additional days at no cost. The company also provides a one-way rental service, enabling pick-up and drop-off in different locations, which is suitable for long-distance trips such as touring Norway.

Caravans that have set size records this year have been presented. The models feature increased length, width, and interior space compared to standard offerings on the market.

A Czech project offers a do-it-yourself kit for assembling a living module mounted on a standard trailer. The design is positioned as a more compact and affordable alternative to traditional caravans, enabling the creation of mobile living space by hand.

A Czech project offers a DIY kit for assembling a living module on a trailer. The kit consists of CNC-cut plywood parts, enabling construction of a caravan at a fraction of commercial solution costs. The developer from Plzeň has presented three module concepts measuring 2.5×1.5 meters.

Boho Camper Vans has introduced the Summer Breeze motorhome built on a Ram ProMaster 2500 chassis. Key features include a red cedar interior, 400-watt solar panels, a 540 Ah battery bank, and a water system with a 125-liter fresh water tank.

A 31-year-old woman moved from an apartment to a caravan parked in a park. This lifestyle allows her to save approximately 30,000 Czech crowns per month and work half as much.