Burning caravan drives past restaurant, owner tries to extinguish

Dutch company Ventje has unveiled the T7 camper van based on the new Volkswagen Transporter. The model features a modular interior with seats that fold completely into the floor, allowing the vehicle to serve as both a family van and a camper. Powertrain options include diesel, plug-in hybrid, and fully electric. Prices start at €95,000.

Dethleffs has launched the Summer Edition caravan series, available in seven layouts. The starting price is €28,990. Models include a 137-liter refrigerator, air conditioning preparation, and Tempo 100 certification for towing at up to 100 km/h in Germany. Maximum permissible mass ranges from 1,700 kg to 2,000 kg depending on the model.

On the N9 ring road near Alkmaar (Netherlands), a camper van rear-ended a passenger car. Initial reports indicate the camper driver failed to notice the vehicle ahead. Three people were injured: a child from the camper and two women from the car. All were taken to hospital; the severity of injuries is unknown. Traffic towards Den Helder was disrupted. Police are investigating the cause.

From July 1, 2026, the Netherlands introduces a kilometer charge for trucks (categories N2 and N3) on most highways and some other roads. Campers registered as 'Kampeerwagen (SA)' are exempt, regardless of weight (even over 3,500 kg). Owners of campers with foreign license plates must apply for exemption in advance via the official website, selecting 'Ander voertuig'. Checking registration via RDW is essential to avoid issues.

A caravan was completely destroyed by fire on Antwerpseweg in Rijsbergen. Firefighters responded on Thursday afternoon but could not prevent the loss. The cause of the fire is unknown.

Last night, Breskens firefighters carried out measurements in a caravan after a carbon monoxide alarm activated. The call came in around 01:05 without urgency. After opening the caravan, they checked for CO and gas levels; the meter showed no elevated readings.