Ames to debate drought emergency plan and motorhome overnight parking ordinance

Residents of the Villas Caravaning motorhome park in Cartagena have asked the municipality to install individual water meters for each plot. The reason is a community debt of over €700,000 to supplier Veolia, which could lead to a water cut-off. The city council will study the technical feasibility.

The party Fuerteventura Avanza has submitted a proposal to the city council of the island's capital to create a municipal area for grey and black water disposal, fresh water supply, and waste management for motorhomes, caravans, and campers.

A caravan was stolen from a private property in Petra, Mallorca, over the weekend. The owner, Sandra, said she bought the caravan with inheritance from her father. This is the second theft on her property; previously, windows and a door were taken.

Spain's Council of Ministers approved a major reform of the General Traffic Regulations. E-scooters will require a minimum age of 15, mandatory helmets, and reflective vests. Motorhomes are banned from extending elements beyond the perimeter and draining liquids. The reform takes effect on October 1, 2026.

A motorhome buyer filed a complaint against a dealer over a non-homologated electric step. Two months after purchase, the vehicle failed the ITV (technical inspection) due to the lack of homologation for this component. The dealer refused to cover damages, including multiple inspection trips, fuel costs, and lost vacation days.

Berger has introduced the PCA 3400 portable air conditioner with 3400 BTU cooling capacity, designed for camper vans without drilling the roof or making permanent alterations. The 14 kg unit (30.2 x 34.5 x 54 cm) fits between seats or in the trunk, with hot air exhausted through a window using a removable seal. It works with portable power stations (e.g., EcoFlow or Bluetti) and supports Google Assistant voice control. Price is around €299.