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Compact camper Bug Truck tops RV popularity ranking for January 2026

29.04.2026 17:20 1 min 2 sources
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Compact camper Bug Truck tops RV popularity ranking for January 2026
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A comparison website has published the RV popularity ranking for January 2026. The compact camper Bug Truck Panel Van took first place, maintaining its lead from last year. The second and third places were taken by models focused on enhanced living comfort.

The top 10 includes models of different types: caravans, campers, and van-based RVs. The ranking is based on data from the comparison site.

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January 2026 motorhome popularity ranking released

09.02.2026 VOIX biz JPN

Bug Truck retains top spot in January 2026 motorhome popularity ranking

09.02.2026 プレスリリース・ニュースリリース配信シェアNo.1|PR TIMES JPN

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