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Argentine man travels Ruta 40 in self-built motorhome

05.06.2026 05:44 1 min 1 source РУС
fm10bolivar.com.ar SPA
Argentine man travels Ruta 40 in self-built motorhome
Original source: fm10bolivar.com.ar

Carlos Lami, an electrician from Argentina, fulfilled his lifelong dream by traveling Ruta 40 in a motorhome he built himself with his nephew. They plan to complete the route in 30–40 days, stopping at places they like. Part of the journey will be done by bicycle, starting from kilometer zero of the highway.

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Argentine man travels Ruta 40 in self-built motorhome

05.06.2026 fm10bolivar.com.ar SPA Original source

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