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Kia has unveiled the PV5 i-Camper, an electric motorhome converted from the brand's first fully electric commercial van. The model features two double beds, a kitchen and a solar panel. It can also power external electrical appliances. The vehicle combines everyday driving with the option of staying in nature.

New motorhome registrations in Germany fell by 22.2% in the third quarter of 2026 compared with the same period a year earlier. From January to September 2026, 57,890 new motorhomes were registered, down 7.2% year on year. Caravan registrations fell 4.8% to 15,396 over the same period and by 11.1% in the third quarter. According to the Caravaning Industry Association (CIVD), manufacturers overestimated demand and placed more vehicles on the market than could be absorbed. Unsold motorhomes standing at dealers for more than 24 months require large discounts and costly reconditioning, while a motorhome base vehicle alone costs about €20,000. The CIVD expects more insolvencies in the sector, but this is a risk assessment rather than a recorded number of new cases.

A motorhome carrying a family of three, including a young boy, overturned on the Athens to Lamia national road. The crash happened on Saturday shortly after 11am at the 155.5 kilometre mark near the Livanates interchange, in the direction of Lamia. The 59-year-old driver lost control of the vehicle under unclear circumstances, and the motorhome left its lane and overturned on the carriageway. The driver and the two passengers got out of the vehicle without serious injury and declined hospital treatment. A special crane vehicle was needed to remove the motorhome, and traffic towards Lamia was temporarily diverted through the Livanates side road and back onto the motorway via the Arkitsa interchange. The authorities are investigating the exact cause of the accident.

A motorhome carrying a family of three, including a young boy, overturned on the Athens to Lamia national road. The accident occurred shortly after 11:00 on Saturday at kilometre 155.5 near the Livanates interchange, in the direction of Lamia. The 59-year-old driver lost control of the vehicle under unclear circumstances, and the motorhome veered off course and overturned on the carriageway. All three occupants managed to exit the vehicle without serious injury and declined hospital treatment, although an ambulance attended the scene.

A motorhome overturned at the 155th kilometre of the Athens to Lamia motorway near Atalanti. Everyone on board, including a 10-year-old child, was unharmed, but traffic was disrupted.

A motorhome carrying a family of three, including a 10-year-old girl, overturned at the 155.5 kilometre mark of the Athens to Lamia motorway. All three got out without serious injury and traffic was diverted.

Demand for Chinese-made two-storey motorhomes in Russia has increased by 300% over the past year. According to RT Russia, the growth is driven by domestic tourism as more Russians choose independent travel to avoid airfare and hotel costs. The Chinese models offer a fully equipped kitchen, a bedroom, LED lighting and panoramic windows. Their prices range from 2 to 5 million roubles, while comparable European motorhomes cost between 6 and 15 million roubles. The total number of motorhome owners in Russia is estimated at around 30,000, and organised campsite infrastructure remains limited.

The Sunlight IBEX 604D has been awarded the Camper of the Year 2027 title, becoming the first motorhome to win the top distinction since its establishment in 2008. Built on a Volkswagen Crafter chassis, the four-wheel-drive model features a 163 hp engine and automatic transmission; its length is just under 6 metres, maximum permissible weight is below 3.5 tonnes, allowing driving with a category B licence. The concept was unveiled in summer 2025 and series production began in May 2026, with prices starting at 111,990 euros. The IBEX 604D beat the Knaus Sky TI, Westfalia Nansen, Dethleffs Just Van and Pilote Galaxy in the final.

Diana Cabezas from Toledo left her rented flat for a 12 sq m motorhome. She pays no rent, electricity or water, but still covers fuel, insurance and parking.

71-year-old Eugene Bridel has lived in a small folding trailer for eight years and travels across the United States. Since 2018, he has customised the vehicle for full-time living: about four metres long, with a bed, kitchen, toilet and cooling system. For power, he added four flexible solar panels with a total output of up to 400 watts, each weighing less than two kilograms. Since September 2019, he has visited and camped in 48 states and has been to 284 national parks. In winter, he usually stays in Quartzsite, Arizona, and also travels to Texas. Due to knee and back problems, he questions how long he can continue at the same pace.

Eugene Braidel has lived since 2018 in a motorhome about 4 meters long that folds flat. He installed four flexible solar panels with a total capacity of up to 400 watts, each weighing less than 2 kg, and since September 2019 has visited 48 states and 284 national parks. Braidel notes that knee and back problems make him question how much longer he can continue the nomadic lifestyle.

Jackery, in partnership with US company Pebble, has introduced an optional solar kit for the electric motorhome Pebble Flow 2027. The kit includes four 500 W panels, three 3-meter extension cables and a connector; when deployed at a campsite it delivers about 2 kW. The option costs $4,000, while the motorhome's list price is $189,000. Shipping is expected to start in December 2026. The Pebble Flow has a fully electric powertrain with a 45 kWh lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery; total solar input reaches 4 kW, and output can provide up to 12 kW to external consumers. Jackery clarified that it does not manufacture or supply the 45 kWh battery, only the additional solar equipment.

Fernando and Ana moved into a 27-year-old 7 sq m motorhome three years ago and travel around Spain. Their weekly expenses are about 70 euros, but insurance, fuel, phone and gas are accounted for separately.

TrailerHome by NIKITAS has introduced a caravan designed for autumn and winter operation. The model features advanced thermal insulation panels, double energy-efficient glazing and enhanced sealing, maintaining a stable interior temperature with minimal energy consumption. The caravan is positioned for year-round living or tourist rental.

On Wednesday, a fire broke out in the engine compartment of a motorhome traveling on Egnatia Odos toward Ioannina while inside the Agia Anastasia tunnel. The fire was out before firefighters arrived; no injuries.

The Neue Scheune campsite in Ferch, municipality of Schwielowsee, is up for auction with a starting price of 395,000 euros. The approximately 41,850 sq m site includes six mobile homes of 20 to 29 sq m, sanitary and utility buildings, and around 86 permanent and 25 short-term pitches. About 17,467 sq m are privately owned, while 24,383 sq m are held under a heritable building right valid for 66 years, extendable by 20. The current owner will continue operating the campsite until at least 31 December 2026. Annual revenue is around 200,000 euros. The auction is conducted by Deutsche Grundstücksauktionen AG on 24 September at Hotel MOA Berlin.

Elon Musk said on the All-In podcast that he is currently staying in an Airstream travel trailer in Memphis, where he is overseeing construction of the new xAI data center. Prices for such trailers in the US start at 54,000 euros, while larger, custom or limited-production models can exceed 210,000 euros. Musk has previously slept at Tesla factories and Twitter headquarters, and in 2021 he stayed in a Boxabl prefab home in Texas.

Norwegian footballer Erling Haaland has acquired a Supreme x Airstream camper, produced in a limited run of 100 units worldwide. The model, a collaboration between Airstream and Supreme released in 2022 and based on the Airstream Bambi, measures about 6.7 meters and originally cost around 77,600 euros. Haaland said he does not necessarily plan to use it for travel, but intends to park it and sleep in it.

In 2025, Germany's caravanning turnover reached almost €23 billion. From January to July 2026, 63,329 new leisure vehicles were registered.

A 25-day motorhome itinerary along Croatia's Adriatic coast has been published. The route runs from Rovinj to Dubrovnik, covering Istria, Plitvice Lakes National Park and Dalmatia. The article notes challenges such as narrow roads, parking restrictions and high campsite prices in peak season.