A bench warrant has been issued for the arrest of a couple illegally parking a caravan on a public road in Limerick city centre. Victoria Faulkner and Calvin Moran have repeatedly refused to comply with a council enforcement notice to move the vehicle. The man had previously received a suspended sentence for a similar offence in October 2025.

Authorities in a tourist region are considering a permanent ban on parking and overnight stays for caravans and motorhomes. The crackdown aims to address overcrowding and sanitation issues. A decision could be made in the near future.

A designated campervan parking site in County Tipperary, Ireland, is boosting local business income. The Suir Island Aire facility in Clonmel, opened in recent years, accommodates 18 campervans and provides fresh water and waste disposal. A county-wide feasibility study is underway to expand such facilities, as visitors are reportedly spending significant amounts in the town.

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The OpenVan.camp editorial team analyzed 3,581 news stories from 56 countries in early 2026. Declining sales in Germany and the USA, Hyundai electric campers, budget Wuling motorhomes, KAMAZes with saunas in Russia, parking bans in Turkey — a comprehensive overview of motorhome industry trends by world region.

Volkswagen has introduced a stripped-out Multivan Camper variant as a base vehicle for campervan conversions. It features a pop-up roof but lacks rear seats and floor covering. The price starts at £43,900 before VAT, undercutting the factory-built California.

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Donegal County Council has outlined its tourism priorities for 2026, focusing on leveraging the upcoming TBEX conference and its Lonely Planet recognition. The council's budget allocates continued support for the camping and campervan sector, including facility upgrades and signage, and designates nearly €50,000 for festival funding. It also commits €50,000 to support regional airports and plans targeted digital marketing to promote the county.

Waterford City and County Council has prohibited campervans from parking at Kilmurrin Cove, a popular coastal tourism spot. The ban follows a local councillor's appeal for improved tourist facilities, citing the area as a 'victim of its own success.' Signs have been erected along the seafront to enforce the prohibition.

A planning application has been submitted for a new 10-pitch campervan park on the outskirts of Naran, County Donegal. The proposed facility would include parking bays, a service building with showers and toilets, and landscaped areas. The aim is to accommodate an estimated 35 visitors at capacity and reduce campervan congestion along the Naran beachfront. A decision on the application is expected in February 2026.

A new market forecast report projects significant growth for the global camping and caravanning sector. The market, valued at $64.38 billion in 2025, is expected to reach $108.74 billion by 2032, growing at a compound annual rate of 7.71%. Key drivers include the integration of digital tools for trip planning, the adoption of sustainable materials and energy sources, and the development of hybrid offerings like glamping and corporate retreats.