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Volkswagen Confirms Electric Camper Van at Caravan Salon, Reversing 2023 Weight Cancellation

12.08.2026 15:46 1 min 1 source РУС
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Volkswagen Confirms Electric Camper Van at Caravan Salon, Reversing 2023 Weight Cancellation
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Volkswagen has confirmed the world premiere of the ID. California Cruise, the first fully factory-built electric camper in the California family, at the Caravan Salon in Düsseldorf, running from August 28 to September 6, 2026. The project was cancelled in 2023 due to weight concerns: a standard camper fitment would have pushed the vehicle over 3,000 kg, approaching the 3,500 kg limit for a standard EU Category B license. VW says the Cruise will be the first of a new family of electric campervans arriving through 2028. Full specifications, pricing, and production details remain under embargo until August 28.

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