Honda to revive boxy off-road SUV Element in 2029 with hybrid powertrain

Anne and Brian Klumpp sold their house for €300,000 in 2019 and purchased a 13-meter motorhome for €180,000. They have been living and working in it for six years, traveling across the US. Monthly expenses include €1,000–1,300 for campsites, $2,500 for diesel and $2,000 for gasoline annually, plus $24,000 for food and entertainment. They spend about $5,000 per year on internet and phone, combining Starlink and mobile data plans. According to RVIA, approximately 486,000 people live full-time in RVs in the US.

AEONrv, a Reno-based manufacturer of all-season, off-road adventure vehicles, announced its 2026 lineup, including the updated AEONv and the new AEONrv EXT with an extended wheelbase. The EXT is built on the 2026 Ford Transit AWD chassis with an 11,000-pound GVWR and 178-inch wheelbase, increasing towing capacity, cargo space, and off-grid range. The interior is entirely wood-free, using PET structural foam core from recycled bottles, reducing weight by up to 50%. The all-electric energy system includes Victron NG lithium batteries, Victron Orion XS charging, and up to 1,200 watts of rooftop solar. Pricing starts at $229,500 for the AEONv and $239,500 for the AEONrv EXT, with orders available immediately.

Forest River hosted a tour of its Dynamax motorhome manufacturing facility in Elkhart County, Indiana, for leaders from Kampground of America (KOA) and Care Camps Foundation. The visit included a behind-the-scenes look at chassis preparation, cabinetry, custom paint, electrical systems, and final quality inspections. The event aimed to strengthen collaboration between the manufacturer, campground operator, and nonprofit supporting pediatric oncology camps.

BougeRV has released the PC35 PRO portable air conditioner, delivering 3,500 Btu of inverter-powered cooling in a 22-pound unit. It features IPX5 water resistance, R290 refrigerant, and operates at 50 dB. The device can be controlled via the BougeRV app and is designed for use in vans, RVs, and tents. It can lower ambient temperature by 10 °C within 15 minutes in spaces up to 65 square feet.

Louis Anthony Robles, 45, of Kissimmee, was arrested on June 12 after attempting to evade law enforcement in an RV. During the pursuit, he weaved through traffic and struck two other vehicles. Robles faces charges including DUI, fleeing with lights and sirens, leaving the scene of an accident with injuries, and drug possession.

The Michigan DNR and Michigan Veterans Affairs Agency have designated 11 state parks where fireworks will be banned on Independence Day as a courtesy to veterans with PTSD, pet owners, and others sensitive to loud noises. Participating parks, including Tahquamenon Falls State Park, will post signage and inform visitors of the regulations. Most projectile fireworks like bottle rockets and roman candles are already illegal in state parks, while sparklers and ground spinners remain allowed.