Hamburg couple embarks on world tour in tiny house on wheels

Living in a caravan on private property often requires a building permit, as courts classify it as a stationary structure. In Germany, regulations vary by state and municipality, and such use is generally prohibited in outer areas. Even periodically moving the caravan does not change its legal status as a predominantly fixed installation.

German company ARI Motors introduced the electric motorhome 458 Pro, considered the smallest in Germany. The motorhome is delivered with an empty cabin of about three square meters that the buyer must furnish themselves. The base version with a 15 kWh battery starts at 23,350 euros, reaches a top speed of 74 km/h, and has a range of 120–180 km.

In the city of Weingarten, caravans permanently parked on streets create traffic obstructions and worsen parking shortages. Owners circumvent the two-week parking limit by periodically moving the trailers, which technically does not violate traffic regulations. In contrast, motorhomes can be parked indefinitely as they are classified as motor vehicles.

The Epson EpiqVision Mini EF-12 projector has been tested for suitability in motorhomes and caravans. The device features a compact design, low noise levels, and a built-in Android TV system for direct streaming. Automatic image correction compensates for uneven placement inside the vehicle.

German company Ari Motors has introduced in Germany one of the most compact electric campers in Europe — the 458 Pro Campervan model, which is less than four meters long. The vehicle is equipped with an electric motor of about 20 hp, has a top speed of 70 km/h, and a range of 180 to 230 km. The base version starts at 25,530 euros.

German company Ari Motors has introduced the electric motorhome Ari 458 Pro starting at 25,530 euros excluding taxes. The motorhome has a top speed of 71 km/h, prohibiting its use on highways, and offers a range of 120 to 230 kilometers depending on the battery configuration.