Brazilian company turns nearly 150 Kombis into motorhomes, revenue reaches R$ 800,000

The third edition of the Motorhome Rally took place in Pato Bragado, Paraná, Brazil, bringing together more than 100 motorhomes and participants from various regions and other countries. Mayor John Nodari stated that the event boosted local commerce and promoted tourist attractions, including Porto Britânia, which is set to receive investments for improvements and revitalization, as well as the Municipal Lake. The rally was organized by a committee of local motorhome owners and the Municipal Department of Industry and Commerce.

Laura Terra, 35, a journalist from Pelotas, and Bruno Rezende, 36, a videomaker from São Bernardo do Campo, live in a converted van they call Maresia e Marerê. The expedition began on 24 July in Barra do Chuí, at the southern tip of Brazil, and is expected to end in Oiapoque, Amapá, covering more than 8,500 km; the estimated duration is two to three years. The couple originally planned a South American tour, but after being defrauded during the van's conversion and exceeding their budget, they opted to start with Brazil's coast from south to north. They are accompanied by three cats; the journey is documented on social media under the name The Search Couple.

Former Brazilian deputy prosecutor-general Solange Mendes de Souza converted a motorhome into a home to carry her piano after retirement. The Piano Nômade project has covered Brazil, Uruguay, Argentina, Paraguay, Chile and Peru, logging nearly 50,000 km. The motorhome is equipped with solar panels, lithium batteries, a diesel stove and tanks for 260 litres of water. The next stage is North America (US, Mexico, Canada).

The 2026 Motorhome Gathering in Rio das Ostras, held September 4–6, had an estimated economic impact of R$ 415,000. According to a survey, 88% of tourists cited the event as the main reason for their trip, the average stay was five days, and 96% said they intended to return within a year.

A municipal study estimates the economic impact of Encontro de Motorhomes 2026 in Rio das Ostras at 415.6 thousand reais. The event took place September 4–6 at Costazul.

From September 11 to 20, Pomerode, Brazil, is hosting a national motorhome rally organised by Grupo Rodamundo Santa Catarina. The event takes place at the Municipal Events Park; at least 380 motorhomes are expected, with previous editions reaching 535 vehicles. Participation costs R$ 330 for members and R$ 350 for non-members, with no camping fee. The programme includes music, tours, traditional German dinners and competitions; transport is provided for shopping and sightseeing.