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Japanese magazine DRIMO published a review of 10 campers based on the Suzuki Every. Prices start at 2,132,460 yen for the GRANDY PLAMO and go up to 4,907,100 yen for the Miniature Cruise Prime. All models come with air conditioning, some with lithium batteries and solar panels.
Austrian videographer Dominik Koran has built a camper van from scratch. The project was carried out in Austria; details on specifications and costs have not been disclosed. It is reported that construction took several months.
A Vienna resident named Dominik converted a new 2024 VW T6.1 into a fully equipped camper. The project cost around €46,700, including materials, labor, and registration. The vehicle features a sleeping area, kitchen, refrigerator, and toilet.
Sanjo Mitsubishi Motors Sales and Kato Motor from Niigata Prefecture have introduced the NOCTI camper based on the Mitsubishi Delica D:5. The vehicle features the S-AWC all-wheel-drive system and a 2.2-liter diesel engine, offering high off-road capability. Its dimensions (4800×1815×1875 mm) allow parking in standard garages. The camper includes a 12-volt cooler.
A Japanese couple converted a Suzuki Every kei van into a camper and spent 1.5 years traveling around Japan. They chose a 2012 high-roof model for under 500,000 yen, painted it green, and furnished the interior in beige, keeping costs low. Despite the small space, they found it comfortable for two people.
Japanese builder Direct Cars has unveiled the soup, a light camper based on the Toyota TownAce Van GL. Prices start at 4.48 million yen for the 2WD version and 4.78 million yen for the 4WD. The camper features split second-row seats that can be folded to carry long items, full interior trim, a portable battery, LED spotlights, and an external shower. It seats four and is classified under Japan's 8-number plate category.
Japanese tuning company DAMD has built a compact sleeper camper based on the Daihatsu Atrai chassis. Despite its small size, the vehicle is fully equipped for camping, offering an alternative for those who cannot afford a full-size motorhome.
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A trend in China converts BYD T5 trucks into luxury campers. Blogger Ye Ba Ye Ba built a home on wheels without altering the vehicle's structure.
At GIIAS 2026, Isuzu, together with Jajago Keliling Indonesia and coachbuilder Delima Mandiri, presented the Komo camper based on the ELF NLR B truck. The vehicle features a diesel engine producing 120 PS, a 6-speed manual transmission, a BLUETTI energy storage system with 7,800 Wh, and 1,000 W solar panels. The creators, couple John and Rihana, have built their fourth camper, adapted for long trips across Indonesia.
A Volvo 540 truck, previously used for heavy haulage, has been transformed into a luxury motorhome in Brazil. The owner, a businessman from Montenegro, drove about 3,000 km to Luís Eduardo Magalhães to present the vehicle at the Bahia Farm Show. The interior features wooden trim, two bathrooms, an office, a bedroom with slide-outs, a kitchen and a barbecue area. The motorhome is equipped with hydraulic leveling, a water tank of 800–1,000 liters, a generator and Starlink satellite internet. The conversion cost has not been disclosed.
At the Auto Messe Web show, a luxury camper based on the Toyota HiAce with extreme suspension lowering was presented. The vehicle features a full Vogue aerodynamic body kit, 20-inch wheels, leather interior with Recaro seats, and household appliances. The air suspension lowering allows the camper to be used for both family trips and winter travel.
A custom camper based on the Mazda Scrum Truck gets retro styling, pop-up roof, and Hayashi Street wheels.
35-year-old Laura Woggan converts vans into custom campers in her workshop in Weyhe, south of Bremen. Last year, according to the Federal Statistical Office, more people than ever stayed overnight at campsites in Germany. The team is currently working on a classic panel van with a solar panel and certified wood, as well as an old TV transmission truck for seven people. Since 2022, Laura has specialized in conversions, and although many men are initially skeptical of a female mechatronics engineer, her order books are full.
In Eidsvoll, Norway, a fire truck has been converted into a motorhome. This was reported by the local newspaper Eidsvoll Ullensaker Blad. Details of the conversion have not been disclosed.
Toy Factory has introduced a bed kit for the Kia PV5 Passenger electric vehicle, designed for overnight stays in the car. The kit includes a mattress measuring 1850×1400 mm, accommodating two adults, and allows using the space underneath for gear storage. The EV provides quiet operation and maintains cabin temperature without idling.
The Municipal Bank of Rosario has launched an online auction of used city buses with starting prices from 8 million pesos. Interested parties must register on the bank's platform and provide a bid guarantee. The buses are reported to be in good condition and suitable for conversion into motorhomes, mobile offices, or food units. The auction is conducted entirely online, with each lot including technical details and photos.
Chinese manufacturer BD Cloud has introduced the Iron Ridge module for pickups, turning the truck into a full-fledged motorhome. The module features rigid folding walls, two slide-outs, a toilet, a shower and sleeping space for four people. It is not sold in Europe, so interested buyers must contact the manufacturer directly and arrange import themselves.
In Sweden, an enthusiast converted a Volvo V70 estate into a compact caravan towed by a 2003 Volvo XC70. The body was shortened, the front section removed, and a double bed installed inside. The unusual rig has drawn attention on social media and received positive comments.
Brazilian architecture firm Freijó Arquitetura completed a motorhome project in 2023 based on a 4×4 truck. The 29-square-meter interior includes a living area, kitchen, bedroom, and bathroom. The design focuses on furniture stability against movement and chassis torsion, as well as a drainage system that works on any incline. The motorhome features solar panels, automation, and UV water treatment.
Enthusiast Maxwell Peters converted a 2003 Ford E-350 Super Duty into a self-contained mobile home. The project includes solar panels, an electrical system, and a thoughtful layout. Converting commercial vans has become a popular alternative to factory-built motorhomes.
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