Stealth Camper Van: A Motorhome with Off-Road Capabilities

Fabián, 64, from Santa Cruz, Argentina, has been traveling across the Americas for over two and a half years in a 1977 Ford Falcon station wagon converted into a motorhome. He has covered more than 30,000 km, including a route from Ushuaia to Alaska, and recently arrived in Dallas, USA, to support the Argentine national team at the 2026 World Cup. The motorhome is equipped with a bed, refrigerator, toilet, and air conditioning; the engine is the original 3.0L six-cylinder, averaging 7–9 km/L. Fabián funds his lifestyle through YouTube, advertising, and rental properties.

Austin Lake RV Park and Cabins in Toronto, Ohio, has been operating for 80 years. It is consistently rated among the top campgrounds in the U.S., including recognition from USA Today. The park spans 1,300 acres of Appalachian wilderness with an 80-acre lake. It is family-run, with five generations involved.

Camping World Holdings has launched the Coleman Mach 3 air conditioner for RVs in the US market. The unit provides 13,500 BTU cooling power for medium-sized vehicles and operates on 120V power. It features low noise levels and even air distribution. The product is not officially available in Europe.

Austin Lake RV Park and Cabins in Toronto, Ohio, has added a new cabin, bringing the total to 18. The park spans 1,300 acres of Appalachian wilderness with an 80-acre lake. Amenities include pontoon boat rentals, a Wibit water park, hiking trails, and themed weekends. Cell service is unavailable and internet is weak.

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.

Honda plans to resume production of the Element model in 2029. Production is set to begin in the second quarter of 2029 at a plant in Ohio, with a target volume of around 100,000 units in the first full year. The new model will feature a hybrid powertrain and slot between the HR-V and CR-V in the lineup.