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Former newspaper reporter sets up desk in kei camper Lifestyle © RBB TODAY
JP Japan

Former newspaper reporter sets up desk in kei camper

Shohta Suzuki, a 30-year-old horse racing reporter who gave up permanent residence, has equipped a workspace in his kei camper 'Indy 727'. He uses rooftop solar panels for off-grid power, two Jackery portable power stations (1000W and 700W), and an extension table that serves for eating, working, and cooking. A battery-powered mobile monitor provides dual-display capability for up to 6 hours. Suzuki selects parking spots based on sunlight and free Wi-Fi (1.1 Mbps), enabling him to write race predictions without external power for up to three weeks.

Source: RBB TODAY JPN
White roller blind from hardware store turns Honda Freed Crosstar into a movie theater for car camping Lifestyle © news.yahoo.co.jp
JP Japan

White roller blind from hardware store turns Honda Freed Crosstar into a movie theater for car camping

At the Honda Access Outdoor Experience Photo Session held at Camp Nano Koshigaya in Saitama Prefecture, a concept was shown that turns the Honda Freed Crosstar into a mobile cinema. The rear seats fold flat, and a white roller blind from a hardware store is attached to the roof rack as a projection screen. A privacy shade provides blackout for daytime viewing.

Source: news.yahoo.co.jp JPN
62-year-old retiree from Barcelona offers free motorhome parking service in Lleida Lifestyle © Segre
ES Spain

62-year-old retiree from Barcelona offers free motorhome parking service in Lleida

Josep Jané, a 62-year-old retiree from Barcelona, has been voluntarily maintaining and welcoming guests at the motorhome parking area in Bovera (Lleida) since February. He helps drivers park, informs them about local services, and resolves issues. He moved to the village in April and rents a house there. The initiative was proposed to the municipality, which supported it. The parking area has 9 spaces, with a rotation of 2 per day, hosting over 60 motorhomes monthly, 90% of which are foreign visitors from France, Belgium, the Netherlands, Germany, and Denmark. Jané plans to systematize data collection on visitors. The mayor set a fee of €3/day for electricity and noted that signs prohibit motorhomes from driving through the village.

Source: Segre SPA
Thermal screen for motorhome can cost over 500 euros, but the main choice is not in the price Lifestyle © Autobahn

Thermal screen for motorhome can cost over 500 euros, but the main choice is not in the price

A universal thermal mat costs about 67 euros, while a custom-made external screen for an integral motorhome can cost over 500 euros. However, the price does not indicate how much the heat will be reduced. In an ADAC test with seven identical cars, temperature reached 53 degrees without protection, 49 with an internal screen, 45 with an external screen, and 43 with a cover over the roof and all windows. External screens block sunlight before the glass and are generally more effective than internal ones, but proper fit and no gaps are crucial.

Source: Autobahn NLD
Lifestyle CN China

Summer stargazing and camping on Mount Lu: rules, locations and costs

On Mount Lu (Jiangxi) during summer, camping and motorhome parking are only allowed in officially designated areas: Gulingzhen motorhome campground (free or 80 yuan/night with utilities), Hanpoko parking lot (free, no water/electricity), and southern professional campsites (entry about 30 yuan/person). Entry into the core protected zone is prohibited. Main scenic area ticket is 160 yuan/person (7 days), shuttle bus ticket is 80 yuan/person (7 days). Best Milky Way viewing spots are Hanpoko and Lulin Lake, with minimal light pollution. Optimal viewing time is 9 PM to 2 AM from June to August. Gulingzhen campground requires booking 3 days in advance via the official WeChat account.

Source: k.sina.com.cn ZHO
Patagonia resident spends less than 200,000 pesos per month living in a motorhome Lifestyle © Hablando Claro
AR Argentina

Patagonia resident spends less than 200,000 pesos per month living in a motorhome

Camila, a former office worker from Neuquén, converted an old Traffic van into a motorhome and lives in Patagonia on a budget of under 200,000 pesos per month. Her main expenses include fuel (60,000–80,000 pesos), food (45,000–55,000 pesos), and gas and maintenance (20,000–30,000 pesos). She earns income through photography, writing trail guides, and bartering services for accommodation, while using free campsites and municipal showers.

Source: Hablando Claro SPA
Modular housing estate Burgrieden: 22 of 26 houses already occupied Lifestyle © Modulhaussiedlung Burgrieden: 22 von 26 Häuser bereits bezogen
DE Germany

Modular housing estate Burgrieden: 22 of 26 houses already occupied

In Burgrieden, Germany, 22 of 26 modular houses are already occupied. The project uses shared infrastructure: 3.5 kWp photovoltaic systems per house, a central 80 kW storage, heat pumps, and carsharing. Completion is scheduled for the end of 2026. Meanwhile, according to the article, implementing individual tiny houses faces bureaucratic and financial hurdles: a barrier-free wooden bungalow can cost up to €695,000 excluding land.

Source: Modulhaussiedlung Burgrieden: 22 von 26 Häuser bereits bezogen DEU
Lifestyle CN China

Northern Xinjiang: 7-day motorhome route bypassing Kanas restrictions

In July 2026, during the peak summer season, travelers facing overcrowding and entry limits at the Kanas scenic area are offered an alternative 7-day motorhome route through northern Xinjiang. The route follows the middle section of the Duku Highway and the Ili River Valley, covering about 1,800 km. The per-person budget is 4,000–6,000 yuan (excluding long-distance transport). All alternative attractions can be visited with tickets purchased on-site or online 1–3 days in advance, with no severe restrictions.

Source: k.sina.com.cn ZHO
Family Spent $7,500 on Camper Repairs, but It Still Needs Work Lifestyle © The Autopian
US United States

Family Spent $7,500 on Camper Repairs, but It Still Needs Work

Owners of a 2007 Adirondack 31BH travel trailer spent $7,500 on repairs for water damage, but the trailer remains broken. The camper spent all of 2025 at a shop, where technicians replaced wiring, suspension, and rebuilt the bathroom wall, but the floor, awning, and water pump still need attention. The family has invested about $15,000 in structural repairs alone, exceeding the purchase price.

Source: The Autopian ISL
Route across Hokkaido by rental motorhome: Cape Erimo and the North Pacific Seaside Line Lifestyle © jafmate.jp
JP Japan

Route across Hokkaido by rental motorhome: Cape Erimo and the North Pacific Seaside Line

A report has been published on a two-night, three-day trip across Hokkaido by rental motorhome, covering approximately 1,200 km. The route includes the 321-km North Pacific Seaside Line, Cape Erimo, an RV park at the Shiranuka roadside station with showers, sauna, and waste disposal, and local cuisine such as hokki-don. The vehicle used was a four-wheel-drive camper.

Source: jafmate.jp JPN
Electric camper and round-Australia trip Lifestyle © Elettronauti → News ed approfondimenti legati al mondo delle auto elettriche e della mobilità elettrica, la tecnologia e l'energia.
AU Australia

Electric camper and round-Australia trip

Clive Attwater and his partner Sue have embarked on a round-Australia trip in an electric camper based on the Farizon SV van. The couple plans to follow a figure-eight route starting from Hobart, passing through Victoria, South Australia, Alice Springs, Darwin, Western Australia, the Nullarbor, Townsville, and the east coast. The camper is equipped with solar panels, a domestic battery, and a fully electric kitchen. The trip aims to demonstrate the feasibility of long-distance electric travel and to inform campground operators about preparing for electric vehicle charging. The cargo van costs between €43,000 and €49,000, with conversion adding €18,000 to €30,500.

Source: Elettronauti → News ed approfondimenti legati al mondo delle auto elettriche e della mobilità elettrica, la tecnologia e l'energia. ITA

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