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Capital unveils motorhome market secrets: from €1,800 kits to XXL models

16.08.2026 08:02 1 min 2 sources РУС
TV-Programme.com FRA + 1 more
Capital unveils motorhome market secrets: from €1,800 kits to XXL models
Original source: Toutelatele

In Brief

On August 16, Capital on M6 explores the motorhome market: a Dacia kit for €1,800, XXL models, rising thefts, and conversion courses up to €3,000.

On Sunday, August 16, 2026, at 9:10 PM on M6, the program Capital will air an episode dedicated to the motorhome market. It covers budget solutions such as a Dacia kit for €1,800 to convert a station wagon, as well as luxury XXL models and DIY van conversions.

The episode notes that conversion training costs around €3,000, and highlights a rise in thefts and demand for security systems. It also reports an increase in thefts from campers on highways and in remote areas.

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Capital reveals secrets of lucrative motorhome market: from €1,800 kits to XXL models

16.08.2026 TV-Programme.com FRA Original source

Dacia offers kit to turn car into motorhome for under 1,800 euros

16.08.2026 Toutelatele FRA Original source

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