Brother (8) and sister (6) died in caravan fire in Niel-bij-As

Around 50 caravans have been set up without authorization on unsuitable land in Herstal, Liège province. The first trailers, occupied by travelers, arrived nearly a month ago, with numbers increasing from 15 to approximately 50. The authorities have initiated discussions with the occupants, requesting they leave the site, and aim for a voluntary departure in the coming days.

According to an ACSI study, the number of EV models capable of towing a caravan has increased from 3 to over 100 in six years. Towing reduces the driving range by more than half. The list of the most affordable 2026 models includes the Zeekr X, Lynk & Co 02, Volvo EX30, and Smart #1, priced from €35,990 with a permissible trailer weight of 1,200 to 1,600 kg.

A caravan caught fire on Steenweg in Kaulille around 19:30. Firefighters could not prevent the vehicle from burning out completely, and the road was closed. The probable cause is a technical defect.

YouTuber Quiet Nerd built a trailer with solar panels to charge his electric camper. The design features a metal frame, a waterproof case with a 240 Ah battery and inverter, and three solar panels on folding brackets. During a test trip in the forest, the system provided power despite a broken tow hitch and snowy conditions.

In March 2026, sales of new caravans increased by 21% and motorhomes by 20% compared to March 2025. 946 new caravans and 325 new motorhomes were sold. Fendt and Hobby led caravan registrations, while Adria led motorhome registrations.

The compact Ari 458 Camper motorhome, measuring under 4 meters in length, has been introduced. It is based on a heavy quadricycle platform with an electric motor delivering approximately 20 hp, a top speed of 70 km/h, and a claimed range of 120 to 230 km.