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Direct Cars unveils ultra-compact Nomadoa caravan for passenger cars

12.06.2026 03:06 1 min 3 sources
くるまのニュース JPN + 2 more
Direct Cars unveils ultra-compact Nomadoa caravan for passenger cars
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In Brief

Japanese company Direct Cars has unveiled the Nomadoa caravan, measuring 3.43 meters in length and capable of sleeping up to three people. The model is compatible with household air conditioners and features a pop-up roof. Base price is 2.69 million yen.

Direct Cars presented the new compact caravan Nomadoa (also referred to as Nomad A) at an exhibition in Nagoya. The model measures 3.43 meters (some sources state 3.4 meters), making it suitable for towing by passenger cars, including kei cars.

Features

  • Sleeping capacity: up to three people
  • Pop-up roof for increased interior space (two-story design)
  • Optional installation of a household air conditioner
  • Distinctive boxy body

The base price of the Nomadoa is set at 2.69 million yen.

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Nomadoa compact caravan for kei cars unveiled

14.03.2026 くるまのニュース JPN Original source

Nomadoa compact caravan for light cars unveiled

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Nomad A lightweight trailer for compact cars unveiled

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