Hamilton man arrested after attempted RV theft

British Columbia authorities are clearing an RV camp at the Cole Road rest stop in Abbotsford, which had been in place for over three years. Utilities at the site were shut down in November 2025 due to vandalism, with full cleanup expected by the end of April. The camp housed up to 57 people at its peak in April 2025, with only two residents remaining at the time of the eviction.

According to the 2025 promobil reader survey, 64% of motorhome owners experienced malfunctions in the last 12 months. Basic skills in furniture repair, electrical systems, water systems, and tire changing are required to address common breakdowns independently. A recommended roadside toolkit includes duct tape, cable ties, screwdrivers, Teflon tape, and a multimeter.

Volunteers removed an abandoned camper left directly in front of a prohibition sign in the forest. A team of 10 people dismantled the motorhome and hauled approximately 820 kg of waste to the landfill within a few hours.

Halifax Regional Municipality has notified RV residents at Shubie Park that the winter residency program will end in fall 2024. The three-year temporary program provided electricity, snow removal, and sewage services for $250 per month. Program participants, many on fixed incomes, must now seek alternative housing options.

Square Glade Games has announced Outbound, an open-world crafting adventure game centered on vanlife. The release is scheduled for April 2026. Players will be able to explore an open world, engage in crafting, and live a nomadic lifestyle.

Spain set a motorhome registration record — and immediately tightened the rules. On Mallorca, 150 caravans took over a sports complex car park because renting a flat costs more. Solar Butterfly returned from a solar-powered trip around the world, and Bryansk promises a camper for 3.9 million roubles — in this issue.