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22 YouTube channels of Brazilians traveling the world in vans

06.02.2026 00:11 1 min 1 source РУС
Mochileiros.com POR
22 YouTube channels of Brazilians traveling the world in vans
Original source: Mochileiros.com

YouTube has seen a rise in channels where Brazilians document their travels in converted vans and camper vans. The creators publish videos about daily life on the road, technical aspects of conversions, and visits to various countries. The vehicles featured are predominantly Volkswagen Kombi, Mercedes Sprinter, and Fiat Doblo models.

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22 YouTube channels of Brazilians traveling the world in vans

06.02.2026 Mochileiros.com POR Original source

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Updated: 01.08.2026

Gasolina Comum

$1.27 /l

BRL6.53 · €1.10/l

48 of 140

cheaper than 66% of countries

RON 95

$1.35 /l

BRL6.93 · €1.17/l

31 of 94

cheaper than 68% of countries

Diesel S10

$1.38 /l

BRL7.10 · €1.20/l

56 of 141

cheaper than 61% of countries

GLP

$1.71 /l

BRL8.80 · €1.48/l

54 of 54

pricier than 98% of countries

GNV

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BRL4.72 · €0.80/l

8 of 16

cheaper than 56% of countries

Etanol

$0.83 /l

BRL4.28 · €0.72/l

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cheaper than 83% of countries

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