Court upholds 80 km/h speed limit for heavy motorhomes

Dethleffs is offering two XL cab-over models from the 2027 model year, featuring twin beds in the cab-over bunk and a rear lounge. The XL A 7822-2 (8.55 m, 5,000 kg, from €131,999) and XL A 6822-2 (7.30 m, 4,500 kg, from €121,999) are designed for couples. Both models include a winter package with a heated double floor and engine preheating. They expand the XL family beyond the family-oriented layout and are priced below the Alpa series.

At the 'Campingpark & Wohnmobilhafen Am Großen Lausiger Teich' in Bad Schmiedeberg, two ten-year anniversaries related to iconic East German caravans were celebrated over the weekend. The event brought together enthusiasts of the Qek model, including Annabella Fittges-Otten from Wilhelmshaven, who traveled the farthest.

Hobby has announced its 2027 motorhome lineup, with a complete redesign of the Prestige T series. Two new models with a rear bathroom join the range. All 2027 models feature a high-resolution rear-view camera with three viewing angles and new seats. Automatic transmission (160 hp) is standard on models over 3,500 kg GVWR.

On Friday, June 20, 2026, a white campervan damaged a parked car at a lake parking lot in Mechtersheim (Rhineland-Palatinate) and fled. Police are seeking witnesses; damage is in the four-figure range.

IKEA has introduced the Strandön folding table, designed for outdoor use including camping, picnics, and beach trips. Made of stainless steel, polyacetal, and polypropylene, the table features a perforated top for liquid drainage, folds flat, and comes with a carrying strap. When unfolded, it measures 70×55×65 cm and provides seating for up to four people.

A derelict campsite covering 13,120 sq m in the municipality of Krummhörn, East Frisia, is being auctioned. The property includes a residential building with six holiday apartments and space for about 85 motorhome pitches. The auction will take place on June 25, 2026, in Berlin, with a minimum bid of €175,000. Prospective buyers must assess renovation costs, potential environmental liabilities, and permitting issues.