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Australian caravan buyers shift toward local manufacturers

19.05.2026 03:59 1 min 2 sources РУС
Manufacturers' Monthly ENG + 1 more
Australian caravan buyers shift toward local manufacturers
Original source: Australian Manufacturing

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Crusader Caravans reports rising demand for locally made caravans: website traffic up 17.7% and search interest in budget Dreamhaven line surged 400%.

Crusader Caravans, Australia's second-largest caravan manufacturer, has recorded a shift in buyer interest toward locally produced models. Website traffic reached 440,217 users over the past year, a 17.7% year-on-year increase, while search interest in the budget Dreamhaven Caravans line surged 400% in six months.

Drivers include concerns over the durability of imported models, long-term value and cost-of-living pressures. Buyers are prioritising longevity and local adaptation. The company has expanded production in Epping, Victoria.

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