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New details emerge about camper seller who disappeared with clients' money © Ticinonline
Incidents CH Switzerland Yesterday

New details emerge about camper seller who disappeared with clients' money

In the canton of Ticino, an investigation is underway into a camper seller who disappeared after taking clients' money. One woman paid 70,000 francs for a motorhome that was never registered, another client is missing 15,000 francs. The new entrepreneur who took over the business in Roveredo claims honesty but notes customer distrust following the incident.

Source: Ticinonline ITA
Rome: Two Men Arrested for Barricading a Man in a Camper for Refusing to Be a 'Ferryman' © lacronaca24.it
Incidents IT Italy Yesterday

Rome: Two Men Arrested for Barricading a Man in a Camper for Refusing to Be a 'Ferryman'

In the Ottavia district of Rome, two men barricaded a man inside a camper van, blocking the door and window, after he refused to work as an illegal ferryman for them. The victim, who worked as a driver for one of the suspects, was found by police in a state of severe distress. Initially reporting the van as stolen, both were arrested on suspicion of kidnapping; the arrest was confirmed by the court.

Source: lacronaca24.it ITA
Theft in elderly man's motorhome: Rimini carabinieri arrest 20-year-old in the act © Rimini Notizie
Incidents IT Italy 4 days ago

Theft in elderly man's motorhome: Rimini carabinieri arrest 20-year-old in the act

Rimini carabinieri arrested a 20-year-old Tunisian man for stealing from an 87-year-old man's motorhome. The suspect entered the vehicle by smashing a window with a bicycle seat during the night of April 18-19 and was apprehended following a report from local residents. A flashlight and two watches were recovered during a search and returned to the owner, and the suspect physically resisted during arrest.

Source: Rimini Notizie ITA
Buying a Used Caravan: How to Avoid Problems © Virgilio Motori
Lifestyle IT Italy 5 days ago

Buying a Used Caravan: How to Avoid Problems

When purchasing a used caravan, it is essential to verify its technical and legal condition. Key checks include confirming the caravan's mass is compatible with the towing vehicle's capacity, inspecting the chassis, brakes, and for water leaks, and ensuring all systems are functional. It is also crucial to verify the chassis number matches the documents and that technical inspections are up to date.

Source: Virgilio Motori ITA
Alice Bel Colle: Work to begin soon on new motorhome area © acquinews.ilpiccolo.net
Openings IT Italy 14.04.2026

Alice Bel Colle: Work to begin soon on new motorhome area

Work to refurbish a former sports field into a motorhome area in Alice Bel Colle will begin in late April or early May. The project includes 5 to 10 parking spaces with electrical hook-ups and a wastewater disposal point. The municipality has also applied for regional funding of over 100,000 euros to create a multi-sport field adjacent to the parking area.

Source: acquinews.ilpiccolo.net ITA
Tourism 2026: Motorhome Chosen by 50% of Young Travelers © QN Motori
Lifestyle IT Italy 3 days ago 7

Tourism 2026: Motorhome Chosen by 50% of Young Travelers

According to a study by the European sharing platform Yescapa, over 50% of users renting motorhomes in Italy are aged 25–34. Booking volume increased by 480% between 2020 and 2025, with 40% of trips lasting 4 to 6 days. Compact vans account for 33% of demand, and Spain is the most popular foreign destination, showing 25% growth largely driven by the Canary Islands.

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Expansion of Camper Parking Area in Tavernola © ComoZero
Openings IT Italy 13.04.2026

Expansion of Camper Parking Area in Tavernola

The municipality of Como has approved the expansion of the camper parking area in the Tavernola district. The 534,000 euro project will add 16 new spaces to the existing 10, with construction estimated at 120 days. The decision follows increased demand for parking spaces conveniently located near the highway and Lake Como.

Source: ComoZero ITA

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