Budget teardrop caravan designed for towing with small cars

A concept for a compact travel trailer under 3 meters long has been developed. Its weight allows towing by small hatchbacks, with a target starting price of $10,000. The project currently exists as a digital model and is preparing for prototype construction.

The OpenVan.camp editorial team analyzed 3,581 news stories from 56 countries in early 2026. Declining sales in Germany and the USA, Hyundai electric campers, budget Wuling motorhomes, KAMAZes with saunas in Russia, parking bans in Turkey — a comprehensive overview of motorhome industry trends by world region.

Belgrade residents shared the costs of a motorhome trip through Greece. The 35-day journey for two people totaled approximately €700, covering fuel, ferries, and campsites.

A new law in Greece imposes strict regulations on the movement, parking, and overnight stays of motorhomes and caravans. It bans parking near historical sites, coastal zones, green areas, forests, parks, and harbors, and limits stays in public parking areas to 24 hours. Penalties include a 300 euro fine for a first offense, with larger fines and up to three months in prison for severe violations.