RV destroyed in driveway fire on Limekiln Pike in Perkasie

Italian manufacturer Wingamm has updated its compact Oasi 540.1 motorhome for the US market. Built on a RAM ProMaster chassis (the American Fiat Ducato), it accommodates 2–3 people. The body uses a single molded rear panel to prevent water and dust ingress. Standard features include underfloor heating, a Victron energy management system, up to 700 W alternator charging, and a fully electric interior. The base price is $192,500 (about €167,000), below the average for comparable US models.

A fire broke out shortly before noon Saturday at the Sun Retreat camping and RV site on Route 72 in Barnegat, New Jersey, and was contained by 1 p.m., according to a local police official. No further details were released. Fire crews from Barnegat, Eagleswood, and Manahawkin responded. Evacuated tenants declined to comment.

Santa Rosa police arrested 47-year-old Jeramy Patton after he climbed onto the roof of an RV, started two fires, and damaged the vehicle. The incident occurred overnight June 19-20. Patton threatened to have a gun and explosives, threw rocks, and damaged the rooftop air conditioner. The fires caused significant damage to the RV. Officers used less-lethal projectiles and provided a ladder to take Patton into custody. He faces charges of arson, vandalism, and violating a court order.

Manuel Vega, a 66-year-old Ecuadorian businessman and former president of Deportivo Cuenca, is traveling across North America in a motorhome named Firpo Camper, built with his son. The journey started in Cuenca in February 2026 and includes attending World Cup matches in the US. The motorhome, based on a Peugeot Jumper, features a shower, toilet, kitchen, and solar panels. Plans include a trip to Alaska in 2027 and a return to South America in 2028.

Only In Your State has listed common mistakes when renting an RV. Recommendations include choosing the right class (A, B, or C) based on group size and trip length, inspecting cleanliness and mechanical condition before departure, and reviewing the rental agreement for hidden costs such as insurance, deposits, pet fees, and mileage limits. Additional tips emphasize learning to drive the large vehicle and bringing a generator for boondocking.

A cartoon-themed glamping and RV resort has opened near Kings Island, offering 73 rental cabins, 22 luxury RV rentals, and 167 RV spots. The park features themed weekends such as 'Christmas in July' and 'Halloween Haunt' with trick-or-treating.