Differences in vehicle inspection for motorhomes and camper vans

The municipality of Lascuarre (Huesca, Spain) has opened a new motorhome service area with 20 parking spaces. Located near the local leisure and sports zone, it features a grey water disposal point, water supply, and solar-powered lighting. The area is currently free of charge. The project was funded by the Ribagorza Sustainable Tourism Plan.

The number of people living in motorhomes, campervans, and caravans in Málaga is rising due to unaffordable rents. Spontaneous settlements have formed across the city, the largest in Sacaba with about a hundred vehicles. Many residents have steady jobs but cannot afford rental housing. A black market for van rentals has emerged, charging €300–400 per month without utilities or contracts.

The municipality of Sacedón has allocated €348,653.86 to build a 36-pitch motorhome stopover at the Entrepeñas reservoir. The project includes a grey and black water dump station, drinking water, toilets, lighting, and landscaping. Construction will take four months.

A new Mobility and Traffic Ordinance has come into force in Tres Cantos (Madrid), imposing parking restrictions on motorhomes and caravans. Under the ordinance, these vehicles may only park in a designated area on Ronda de Valdecarrizo, with a maximum continuous stay of 15 calendar days. A group of residents and users have publicly opposed the measures, arguing they are discriminatory, and are preparing legal challenges while calling for a public debate on the regulation.

Spanish manufacturer Benimar offers the Tessoro 481 as the most affordable new motorhome on the Spanish market. Prices start at €61,000 and can reach €70,000 with optional extras. The motorhome is built on a Ford Transit Euro 6 chassis with a 130 hp diesel engine and 6-speed manual transmission. Inside, it features a compact 5.99 m layout with sleeping for four, a kitchen, shower, and Webasto diesel heating. The model reflects a broader price increase in the sector: a decade ago new motorhomes cost around €40,000, while today the entry point is €60,000.

Spain's DGT has introduced new technical inspection rules for vans converted into living spaces. Under Instruction Prot 2026/04, camper vans classified as category N and older than 10 years must pass the ITV every six months. Motorhomes in category M retain the previous schedule: every two years after 4 years and annually after 10 years.