3rd Camping and Caravan Festival opens in İncesu

A caravan with license plate 07 BOY 627 overturned on the Batman-Bitlis highway and collided with other vehicles. No injuries were reported, but the caravan and the cars involved sustained material damage. The cause of the incident is under investigation.

The Turkish province of Balıkesir has identified nine routes for motorhome and caravan camping, covering the Aegean and Marmara coasts as well as the Kazdağı mountains. Recommended spots include the Şeytan Sofrası area, Sarımsaklı beaches, Cunda Island, Ayvalık Islands Nature Park, and areas around Çataldağ and Kazdağı. It is noted that nature parks and protected areas may have restrictions on camping and campfires, so travelers should check current rules before setting out. For those seeking campsites with facilities, options such as Kaz Dağı Kamp, Arden Camp, Değirmen Camping, and Mysia Beach are suggested.

Carbus Dizayn, a company specializing in caravan and VIP vehicle design, has announced its relocation to the Tuzla OSB industrial zone. The firm plans to develop projects aimed at enhancing comfort, functionality, and modern design in vehicles. Emphasis will be placed on customized solutions for caravans and VIP vehicles, responding to the growing demand for personalization.

Karabiga (Çanakkale) opened its summer festival for caravan lovers. The program includes concerts, shows, and the opening of an enduro track in memory of a racer.

Rize Municipality has begun removing caravans left at various locations, primarily along the coast, after the deadline for owners to move them expired. Owners were given until August 20, 2026, to remove their vehicles. During the operation, supervised by municipal police, caravans were loaded onto tow trucks and taken away. Similar removals will continue within the municipality's boundaries according to its regulations.

Clinical psychologist Hatice Keltek links the rise of caravan living to a need for control and personal boundaries, but warns that physical escape doesn't solve inner problems.