Police seek witnesses: motorhome driver flees after collision during lane change

Motorhome owners report numerous defects in interior fittings, including unreliable locks and poor sound insulation. Readers of promobil magazine are fixing issues with drawers and doors that open while driving themselves. Some note that the quality of furniture in expensive models does not match the price.

Mercedes-Benz has unveiled the updated Marco Polo camper van based on the Clase V. Key changes include a 10 cm increase in the pop-up roof height, new ambient lighting with ten scenarios, and an upgraded MBAC control system. The powertrain remains unchanged with three diesel engines ranging from 163 to 237 hp.

German manufacturer LMC has introduced the updated Innovan Pure 600 campervan model, targeting novice motorhome travelers. The 5.99-meter model based on the Citroën Jumper has a permissible weight of 3.5 tons and a base price of approximately 1.21 million Czech crowns. The interior includes a kitchen block, a compact bathroom, and sleeping accommodations for two to three people.

Dethleffs has introduced front-wheel-drive versions of the Globebus Performance T16 and T46 motorhomes for the 2026 model year. The T16 model starts at 77,999 euros, which is 17,000 euros cheaper than the four-wheel-drive version. The motorhome is based on the Volkswagen Crafter and features a diesel heater, with gas used only for the stove.

German manufacturer Ahorn Camp unveiled the new T680 motorhome at the CMT 2026 trade show, measuring 6.99 meters in length. The model features an electric lift bed measuring 2.00 x 1.50 meters and a large bathroom with a separate shower cabin. The motorhome is based on the fourth-generation Renault Master chassis, with production relocated to Italy following cooperation with the Erwin Hymer Group.

A resident of the German town Borgholzhausen has built a fully self-sufficient motorhome based on a Mercedes. The project, named 'Starship', is the culmination of the owner's years of experience in vehicle conversions.