Four hospitalized after separate head-on crashes in Otago, one involving caravan

Tourism Holdings Ltd, the global leader in RV and campervan rentals, is experiencing growth amid the travel rebound. The company operates under brands like Britz, Maui, and Apollo in New Zealand, Australia, North America, and Europe, utilizing a fleet ownership model to generate steady rental income.

The Queenstown Lakes District Council has extended the temporary prohibition of freedom camping at the Allenby Place carpark in Wānaka until 31 January 2027. The extension addresses ongoing access, health, and safety concerns due to the site's narrow accessway and increased traffic. The council will use this time to assess the location's suitability for camping and consider potential permanent amendments to the bylaw.

Spain introduced new road sign S-128 and banned camper vans from parking near beaches. Germany responded with a 3.82-metre electric camper van — fits anywhere, furniture not included. JAL now rents out motorhomes from Narita with miles earned per rental. Storm Ali blowing a traveller's caravan off an Irish cliff, and the Outbound demo for PS5 — all in this issue.

ARI Motors released a camper van the size of a regular van — and it's now Germany's smallest production electric camper at €30,000. JAL decided its passengers hadn't traveled enough and offered a sequel: a motorhome pickup straight from Narita. The lawsuit against Stellantis over "cheat" diesel software, a yellow DHL van in the hands of a retiree, and 413 million campsite overnight stays across Europe — all in this issue.

Tourism Holdings Ltd dominates the motorhome and recreational vehicle rental market in Oceania and North America. The company is listed on the NZX in New Zealand under ISIN NZHELE0001S9 and operates brands including Apollo, Britz and Maui. Its business model combines seasonal rentals with used vehicle sales.

Actress Amanda Rawles spent a 10-day vacation traveling around New Zealand in a campervan. The 25-year-old celebrity chose a lifestyle without a permanent home, moving around in a converted van.