Punta del Este: Controversy over motorhome on the promenade

Five years ago, an Argentine couple left their traditional lifestyle to travel in a motorhome. They have visited Argentina, Brazil, Chile, and Uruguay, preferring small towns off the beaten path. They now travel in a camper van, having adapted to life in a compact space.

The owner of a motorhome based on a 2021 JAC truck shares his travel experience across Uruguay. He purchased the vehicle four years ago, equipped with a kitchen, sleeping areas, solar panels, and a 300-liter water tank. The owner plans a trip to Argentina and participates in a motorhome club for roadside assistance.

A car conversion project into a small caravan cost less than 15,000 Brazilian reais. The build utilized wood, metal sheets, and wheels, with manual assembly demonstrating the feasibility of creating a functional travel trailer on a limited budget.

ARI Motors released a camper van the size of a regular van — and it's now Germany's smallest production electric camper at €30,000. JAL decided its passengers hadn't traveled enough and offered a sequel: a motorhome pickup straight from Narita. The lawsuit against Stellantis over "cheat" diesel software, a yellow DHL van in the hands of a retiree, and 413 million campsite overnight stays across Europe — all in this issue.

German company Ari Motors has launched the electric camper van Ari 458 Pro Camper. The model is approximately 3.5 meters long and 1.5 meters wide, featuring a 15 kW electric motor with a range of up to 230 km. The base version, priced at €30,381, includes the living area and utility infrastructure but no furniture. Orders will open on May 1.

Spain set a motorhome registration record — and immediately tightened the rules. On Mallorca, 150 caravans took over a sports complex car park because renting a flat costs more. Solar Butterfly returned from a solar-powered trip around the world, and Bryansk promises a camper for 3.9 million roubles — in this issue.