Wave of bankruptcies hits Australian caravan manufacturers

LDV Australia has launched the Series 2 version of its factory-built Deliver 9 Campervan, featuring increased power and a revised layout. Key updates include a new 2.0-litre turbo-diesel engine (128kW, 420Nm), an eight-speed automatic transmission, and a two-seat variant with a north-south bed configuration. Pricing starts from $102,990 drive-away.

Conflicts over caravan and boat parking are intensifying in Australian coastal communities. Local residents are reporting a rise in disputes and complaints, with neighbors accusing each other of being self-entitled and illegally occupying public street space.

For the TV show 'Roadtrip Australien', three celebrity chefs are using a specially outfitted SLRV expedition truck based on an Isuzu chassis. The motorhome is equipped for up to three weeks of off-grid living with solar power and large water tanks. A fully equipped new vehicle can cost up to 650,000 euros.

The publication is a structured guide for beginners interested in the RV lifestyle. It outlines the main types of vehicles, basic infrastructure requirements, and key aspects of travel planning.

A 22-year-old from Tennessee built a tiny home on a 2003 Ford Ranger truck bed to live rent-free and travel. He started the $3,000 DIY project in January 2025. According to the RV Industry Association, approximately 486,000 U.S. citizens now live full-time in RVs, with Gen Z and millennials making up 22% of owners.

Caravan park operators in Australia are experiencing sharp increases in insurance premiums and reduced coverage due to frequent natural disasters. Association data indicates some premiums have risen by 300% since 2020, with excesses for specific risks reaching AUD 50,000. This threatens the financial viability of many parks that are crucial for domestic tourism.