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Australian Q2 RV Market Report Shows Imports Gaining Ground

26.08.2026 13:05 1 min 1 source РУС
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Retain Media's Q2 2026 RV Market Brand Consideration Report, based on over 2.2 million searches across 139 RV brands, shows imported caravans and motorhomes extending their share of buyer consideration for a third consecutive quarter. Imported brands' share of total search rose to 27.8% from 26.7% in the previous quarter. Market leader Jayco's share fell to 23.1%, while Winnebago was the quarter's clearest gainer. Three brands—Network RV Caravans, Sunland Caravans, and Starvision—exited the market due to administration or closure.

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AU Australia — fuel prices

Updated: 22.08.2026

Unleaded 91

$1.48 /l

AUD2.07 · €1.27/l

75 of 142

pricier than 52% of countries

Premium 95

$1.60 /l

AUD2.23 · €1.38/l

47 of 94

cheaper than 51% of countries

Premium 98

$1.67 /l

AUD2.33 · €1.44/l

15 of 26

pricier than 54% of countries

Diesel

$1.82 /l

AUD2.54 · €1.57/l

93 of 142

pricier than 65% of countries

Premium Diesel

$1.83 /l

AUD2.54 · €1.57/l

15 of 40

cheaper than 65% of countries

LPG

$1.05 /l

AUD1.46 · €0.90/l

35 of 54

pricier than 63% of countries

E85

$1.78 /l

AUD2.47 · €1.53/l

6 of 6

pricier than 83% of countries

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