Stellantis unveils new Smart Compact Van lineup with affordable pricing

Citroën has announced the Berlingo Van First, a no-frills version of its van aimed at small businesses. The model features a modular interior, a simplified front design, and is available with petrol, diesel, and electric powertrains. Orders open on 1 September 2026.

Stellantis Pro One has introduced the Smart Compact Van (SCV) version for the Citroën Berlingo Van First, Fiat Professional Doblò EasyPro, Opel Combo Start, and Peugeot Partner Active. The model features a unified body design, a redesigned cabin with a modular Flexiseat and Modutable table. Powertrain options include a fully electric version with a range of up to 270 km, 1.5L diesel engines (100 and 130 hp), and a 1.2L turbo petrol (110 hp). Orders open in September 2026, with sales starting in November.

A car trailer carrying gas cylinders, solar panels, batteries, and an electric bicycle caught fire while driving on Piłsudskiego Street in Lesko. Firefighters quickly extinguished the blaze, preventing an explosion of the cylinders and the fire from spreading to the towing vehicle. Police preliminary findings suggest the fire may have been caused by a short circuit in the e-bike battery. No injuries were reported.

A court in Kościerzyna has arrested a 39-year-old Ukrainian citizen for one month on charges of damaging the interior of a caravan in the rural commune of Kościerzyna. The damage is estimated at 1,000 PLN. The man faces charges of trespassing and property destruction, punishable by up to 5 years in prison.

Malaga-based Spanish studio Malapata Studio, which released the camper van customization simulator Camper Van: Make it Home a year ago, has announced a new game — Book Nook. It is a simulator for assembling a miniature book nook, where players place decorative elements step by step without time pressure. The game is currently confirmed only for PC, with a Steam page and demo already available.

A caravan caught fire in Poland on the night of June 4. One source says it happened in Kamienna Góra, another in Jarkowice. No injuries reported.