$300K Camper Has A Fold-Out Balcony For The Middle Of Nowhere And A Hemi To Get You There

Emilie Karas, a resident of Portland, Oregon, rents out two accessory dwelling units (ADUs) and a mobile tiny house on wheels located on her property. Since 2021, the city has allowed homeowners to build up to two ADUs and one tiny house on wheels. Karas rents these units, generating a gross income of $4,550 (about 3,909 euros) per month and providing housing for four tenants. The ADUs cost her approximately $300,000 to build, while the tiny house cost about $60,000 to purchase and install.

At the 2026 Airxcel New Product Showcase, August 18-19 in Elkhart, Indiana, Cleer Vision will present two new baggage door systems, a new RV entry door, and previews of upcoming window and tempered glass technologies. The baggage doors include a value-focused model aimed at cost reduction and a premium design with enhanced water protection. The entry door features integrated glass and a patented locking system for easier screen door operation.

Rock & Brews Casino in northern Oklahoma is advancing an expansion that includes a 25,000 sq. ft. entertainment center and a 21-space, full-service RV park. Construction of the RV park, which began first, is expected to be completed in October 2026, while the entertainment center is projected for August 2027. About 30 workers are currently on site.

Italian design house Pininfarina, known for Ferrari, Alfa Romeo and Maserati, has been hired by US manufacturer Airstream to redesign its iconic aluminum travel trailers. The companies describe the project as a "careful evolution" that will maintain Airstream's recognizable lines. The collaboration is tied to Airstream's 100th anniversary in 2031. Pininfarina has previously designed yachts, trains and buildings.

OHI has announced a partnership with RVTV, the only 24/7 television network dedicated to the RV lifestyle. OHI members will receive exclusive preferred pricing to feature their properties on The Perfect Spot, a national TV series airing on DIRECTV, Sling, Roku, and other platforms. The 12-week campaign includes a professionally produced five-minute segment, with each campaign projected to reach approximately 85,000 to 100,000 households. Pricing for OHI members starts at $495, with non-member pricing at $695; professional filming is available starting at $1,000.

The median age of RV owners fell from 53 in 2021 to 49 in 2026, according to the RV Industry Association's 2026 RV Owner Demographic Profile. The report shows 46% of owners are aged 35–54, and first-time buyers account for 36%. Millennials and Gen Z owners are highly engaged: 83% of Millennials and 72% of Gen Z plan to buy another RV, and about 95% use online platforms for research. RV usage has also risen to a median of 30 days per year, up from 20 days in 2021.