Orange Beach drops plan to buy RV park as $14M price deemed too high

At the Cars&Bids auction in the US, an expedition motorhome based on a Volvo C303 TGB 1111 military truck from the 1970s sold for $22,550. The vehicle features portal axles, differential locks, a winch, a living module with a bed and sink, plus upgraded suspension and electrical systems. Despite modifications, it has underbody corrosion, dents, non-functional odometer and lights, and unknown actual mileage.

A lithium-ion battery for a power tool being charged in a shed caused a fire on June 28 in Conowingo, Cecil County, Maryland. The fire damaged an RV and a boat, with an estimated $25,000 in losses. The Office of the State Fire Marshal ruled the cause accidental due to battery or charger failure; no injuries were reported.

Black Book released its quarterly commentary for Q2 2026, reporting that wholesale RV values continued to normalize in early 2026. Motorhome prices softened modestly, settling near the low-$60,000 range, while towables experienced more noticeable declines, particularly among entry-level and older units. Higher financing costs and shifting consumer priorities have led to more deliberate purchasing behavior, though steady used market activity and improving dealer inventory conditions have supported overall transaction volume.

A 1985 Toyota Mirage Camper is listed on Facebook Marketplace in Scottsville, Virginia, for $8,000. The motorhome features a 2.4-liter Toyota 22R-E engine and automatic transmission, with 105,510 miles. The ad notes rust on front wheel arches, rear door damage, and needed replacement of the exhaust manifold gasket and refrigerator.

A 2023 EarthRoamer XV-SX with 8,228 miles on the odometer is listed for $1.1 million. Built on a Chevrolet Silverado 6500HD chassis, it features a kitchen, bathroom, sleeping area, Warn winches, FLIR infrared camera, and GOST security system. The vehicle is designed for off-road travel and self-sufficient living.

A former RV campground on Orange Lake, Florida, has reopened as Camp Margaritaville Resort Orange Lake after extensive redevelopment. Community leaders and developers marked the completion with a ribbon-cutting ceremony. The resort now features hundreds of RV sites, vacation cottages, a water park, dining options, a fitness center, and an arcade.