Since July 7, 2026, new EU regulations (GSR II) have come into force for motorhomes being registered for the first time. They apply to vehicles up to 3.5 tonnes and mandate eight mandatory electronic driver assistance systems, including autonomous emergency braking, lane departure warning, and an alcohol interlock interface. For motorhomes over 3.5 tonnes, additional systems for cyclist and pedestrian protection are required.
According to experts, this could increase the price of new vehicles by 1000–3000 euros, although dealers note that many manufacturers have already included these systems without significant surcharges. Retrofitting older models is not possible.
For self-builders, the key point is the first registration date of the base vehicle. If it was registered before July 2026, the new rules do not apply. However, according to some sources, self-conversions after this date are subject to the new requirements, while according to others (a TÜV expert), they are not obliged to comply unless they fall under exceptions. For imported vehicles from non-EU countries, an individual assessment is required.
Demand for motorhomes remains high: in 2024, 42.9 million overnight stays were recorded, 20% more than in 2019.