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Graciela Szwarcberg and Hector Porch, an Australian couple married for 50 years, have spent 13 years traveling the world in an RV. They camped at Lake Farmington in New Mexico on July 15–16, 2026. The couple bought the RV in France in 2013 and live off-grid, without credit cards and with only one phone. They cook from scratch, shop at local markets, and immerse themselves in local cultures. The RV is covered with stickers of flags from every country and U.S. state they have visited.

On Friday, an RV caught fire in Oscar Scherer State Park in Osprey, Florida. One person was injured and taken to a hospital. Sarasota County Fire Department responded to the incident.

Cinch Outdoors has introduced the Wingman, a camper that mounts in a pickup truck bed and expands into a two-story structure. It is compatible with over 80% of pickup trucks on the market, weighs 551 pounds, and can be set up via remote or app. The lower level serves as a workspace and storage, while the upper level sleeps up to three people. Priced at $7,999, it is currently sold out.

A 1975 Volvo C303 TGB 1111 military vehicle converted into a camper sold on Cars & Bids for $22,550. The vehicle competed in the 1983 Paris-Dakar Rally and won its class. It features portal axles, differential locks, a Warn winch rated at 6,800 kg, and King suspension. The interior includes a folding bed, sink, outdoor shower, and a 97-liter water tank. The seller noted surface rust, scratches, and electrical faults.

Blue Compass RV announced the grand opening of two new dealership locations in the western United States: Blue Compass RV – Medford in Southern Oregon and Blue Compass RV – St. George in Southern Utah. The Medford location consolidates sales and service under one roof, offering new RVs from Jayco, Brinkley, and Forest River Aurora. The St. George facility sits on 8 acres near Zion National Park, with 11,000 square feet of interior space and seven service bays; brands include Alliance, Brinkley, Forest River, Entegra, Heartland, and Thor Motor Coach.

Keystone RV has introduced the Coleman 13S travel trailer for the 2027 model year. The 4.8-meter-long, single-axle trailer has a curb weight of about 1,260 kg and can be towed by a standard SUV without a special license. Prices in the US range from $13,000 to $20,000 depending on trim, comparable to a new Skoda Fabia. Inside, it sleeps four: a fold-out sofa, a drop-down single bunk, a corner double bed, a compact kitchen with an induction hob, microwave and fridge, and a bathroom with shower and toilet. Experts note the bathroom is cramped for a tall adult. Standard equipment includes an electric fireplace, air conditioning, a tankless water heater, two electric awnings with LED lights, and solar panel prep. Fresh water tank capacity is 106 liters; gray and black water tanks hold 129 and 68 liters respectively. The trailer is not sold in Europe.