Motorhomes occupy Iquique beach, tourists accuse of illegal business

Brazilian travelers Matheus and Carol, living in a motorhome and heading to Ushuaia, met Marcelo and his dog Malu in Chile. Malu travels in a mini motorhome towed by a bicycle, equipped with a mini kitchen and a sleeping area. The video of the encounter, posted on Instagram on May 23, has garnered over 87,000 views.

A mini caravan priced at R$ 77,990 (February 2026 prices) has been launched in Brazil. It weighs 750 kg, features an external kitchen, 12V air conditioning, and a bed for three, but has no toilet or shower.

Architecture firm ALMACÉN de Arquitectura unveiled Casa RV, a 15-square-meter living module based on a motorhome, featuring a bedroom, kitchen, and bathroom, with expandable sliding sections

German company Ari Motors has unveiled the compact electric camper van Ari 458 Pro, measuring about 3.5–3.8 m in length. Prices range from €23,000 to €30,381, with a range of up to 230 km. Orders open on May 1, 2026.

The Thaircamper inflatable structure converts a pickup truck into living space. The 80 kg device installs in 5 minutes, accommodates 3-4 people, and uses reinforced PVC. The development is positioned as a more affordable alternative to motorhomes.

Chilean actor Cristián Riquelme posted a video showing significant damage to his motorhome. His dogs chewed through the electrical wiring, causing a short circuit and rendering the vehicle completely inoperable.