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EarthRoamer, based in Dacono, Colorado, showcased the assembly process of its high-end expedition vehicles. The LTx model on a Ford F-550 chassis starts at $798,000, while the SX on a Chevrolet Silverado 6500HD starts at $1.1 million. Demand has risen after the pandemic boom, with a lead time of about 16 months. Out of 450 vehicles produced over 27 years, only four have been retired, all due to crashes.
A man was rescued after a tree fell on his RV trailer during severe storms at Gibson RV Park in the Taylor Ferry area, Oklahoma. The man, identified only as Oliver, took cover in the back of the trailer when the tree struck. Firefighters from the Taylor Ferry Fire Department used chainsaws to remove limbs and pried open the door to free him. Oliver was uninjured in the incident.
Chinese company Juzheng Auto converted a Toyota Hiace into an RV with a VIP lounge. The van features leather seats that fold into a bed, LED ceiling lighting, a TV, and a sink. A notable addition is a toilet, which is rare in converted vans. The conversion costs approximately $50,000.
Founded in Munich in 2016 with 25 VW camper vans, roadsurfer now operates nearly 10,000 vehicles across 16 countries. The company has served over 420,000 travelers and employs about 1,000 people. Average booking lead time increased to 110 days in 2026, up from 70 days at launch. North America remains the fastest-growing market, following 120% growth in 2025.
The EcoFlow Delta 2 portable power station, with 1800W output and 1024Wh capacity, is available on Amazon for $399, the lowest price ever. It charges to 80% in 50 minutes, supports up to 500W of solar panels, and can be expanded to 3kWh. The LiFePO4 battery offers over 3000 cycles, lasting more than eight years. The unit operates silently and without fumes, allowing indoor use.
Grand Design has refreshed its Imagine travel trailer lineup for 2026. The 2700BS model measures 31 ft 8 in and has an unloaded vehicle weight of 7,180 lbs. It features a 70×80-inch RV king bed, two slide-outs, rear theater seating, a side kitchen, and a walk-through bathroom. The trailer is designed for couples seeking comfort and everyday usability rather than off-grid capability.
A 50-year-old man from Surrey was killed in a single-vehicle crash on Hwy 1 near Hope on Wednesday. The Ford F-350 pickup towing a camper left the roadway and landed on rocky, difficult-to-access terrain. The driver was declared dead at the scene; criminality is not suspected. Eastbound lanes were partially closed.
AEONrv, a Reno-based manufacturer of all-season, off-road adventure vehicles, announced its 2026 lineup, including the updated AEONv and the new AEONrv EXT with an extended wheelbase. The EXT is built on the 2026 Ford Transit AWD chassis with an 11,000-pound GVWR and 178-inch wheelbase, increasing towing capacity, cargo space, and off-grid range. The interior is entirely wood-free, using PET structural foam core from recycled bottles, reducing weight by up to 50%. The all-electric energy system includes Victron NG lithium batteries, Victron Orion XS charging, and up to 1,200 watts of rooftop solar. Pricing starts at $229,500 for the AEONv and $239,500 for the AEONrv EXT, with orders available immediately.
Louis Anthony Robles, 45, of Kissimmee, was arrested on June 12 after attempting to evade law enforcement in an RV. During the pursuit, he weaved through traffic and struck two other vehicles. Robles faces charges including DUI, fleeing with lights and sirens, leaving the scene of an accident with injuries, and drug possession.
Campspot and The Dyrt have released their annual lists of the best campgrounds in the US and Canada. The rankings include sites ranging from tent camping to glamping and RV parks. The Dyrt also highlighted the best free camping spots on public lands and created a Pacific Coast Highway road trip guide.
Police arrested Loyed Clayton Yost, owner of Clayton Construction, for allegedly stealing more than $112,000 from a 67-year-old RV park owner in Bruceville-Eddy, Texas. According to an affidavit, the victim paid Yost $124,550 in February-March 2022 to add 30 RV spaces, roads, and utilities, but the work was never completed. Yost has prior theft charges related to construction work in McLennan and Burnet counties.
An Oregon man faces hate crime charges after a confrontation at Sunny Ridge RV Park in Jordan Valley. On June 20, police responded to a report of a man yelling racial slurs and threats at a woman. The suspect, Moses Esparza, 42, was charged with first-degree bias crime (a felony), second-degree bias crime, and menacing.
A tractor-trailer collided with a pickup truck towing a camper early Tuesday on State Route 14 in the Town of Phelps, sending one person to the hospital. According to the Ontario County Sheriff’s Office, 45-year-old Latavia Toussant of Shelburne, Vermont, was driving a 2025 GMC Sierra northbound while towing a 2019 Cherokee camper. A northbound 2020 Freightliner tractor-trailer operated by 54-year-old Christopher Hardy of Union Springs struck the camper from behind, then hit the pickup, sending both vehicles off the road into a field. Toussant was transported to Geneva General Hospital with neck pain; Hardy declined treatment. The cause of the crash could not be determined, and no tickets were issued.
Soaring Eagle Campers reported that year-to-date shipments for 2026 have already surpassed the total number of campers shipped in all of last year. The truck camper manufacturer, launched in 2022, has expanded its lineup to fit all truck sizes, including compact models. The company expanded its Wakarusa production facility in 2025 and plans to add a second, larger facility in 2027.
A family rented a Class C East to West Entrada motorhome via RVshare for a trip through Nevada. The average rental cost was $210 per night, plus insurance from $14 per night and additional fees. Cooking in the RV saved money: groceries for five days cost $333. The trip faced issues with the generator and strong winds up to 55 mph.
Kropf has introduced the Eldorado 2026 series of park-model towable tiny homes for glamping, ranging from 34 to 45.5 feet in length. The 9101PWD model starts at around $160,000 and features a king-size bed and a full kitchen.
Gazelle Tents has launched the Privacy Tent, a portable shelter designed as a shower enclosure, changing room, or toilet privacy tent. It sets up in 90 seconds using the brand's pre-assembled hub-frame system. Interior height is 86 inches, with a 48x48-inch footprint. Packed size is 48x8.5 inches. Launch price is $279.99 (regular $379.99).
Virginia State Police is investigating a fatal crash involving an RV reported Saturday on Interstate 77 in Carroll County. A 2005 Coachman Encore RV was traveling northbound when the driver lost control, ran off the road, and struck a guardrail. Passenger Gretchen H. Karcher, 70, of Versailles, Pa., was ejected and died at the scene; she was not wearing a seatbelt. The driver, Ronald J. Winkler, 73, of North Versailles, Pa., was uninjured; the crash remains under investigation.
Phil Walworth found his Grand Design Imagine 2800BH trailer's actual tongue weight was about 1,200 pounds, double the claimed 604 pounds. A CAT Scale weigh-in showed his Tundra was 400 pounds over GVWR, prompting an upgrade to a GMC Sierra 3500HD AT4 Diesel.
An RV crash in Chanhassen, Minnesota, on June 21 left three people injured and damaged a highway sound barrier wall. The 2000 SAMC 39 motorhome veered off westbound Highway 212 near County Road 101, went into a ditch, and broke through the wall before stopping. Three occupants from Tacoma, Washington — a 63-year-old man, a 46-year-old woman, and a 13-year-old boy — sustained non-life-threatening injuries. The man, who was wearing a seatbelt, was taken to hospital. Alcohol was ruled out as a factor; the cause remains under investigation.
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