Brazilian family to embark on motorhome expedition across US for 2026 World Cup

California-based startup Aboard closed a $4.3 million pre-series A round in May, bringing total financing to $13 million. The funds will support mass production of its 24-foot hybrid-electric travel trailer, which features a 200 kWh battery, auxiliary drive for towing, and up to seven days of off-grid operation. Manufacturing will be based in Southern California, with preorders starting at $80,000 and deliveries expected in Q4 2026.

The average nightly rental price for a camper in the US fell from €185.91 in 2024 to €172.57 in 2025, a decrease of 7%. Some vehicles for up to four people are available from around €80 per night with unlimited mileage. In 2026, the US will host the FIFA World Cup, the 100th anniversary of Route 66, and the 250th anniversary of independence.

Chase has launched a targeted offer for its cardholders: $50 cash back on recreational vehicle rentals from Cruise America with a minimum spend of $400. The offer is valid through June 30.

NAI Outdoor Hospitality Brokers has completed three transactions: the sale of Hidden Valley RV & MH Development in San Antonio, Texas, a glamping resort development in Georgia, and RiverWalk RV Park in North Carolina. The deals highlight continued investor demand for RV parks and glamping sites in high-growth Sunbelt markets and experiential travel destinations.

A new RV park in Northport, Alabama, is expected to open this summer, located on 30th Ave., minutes from the University of Alabama and Bryant-Denny Stadium. Owner Lynwood Springer said the park aims to attract Alabama football fans and families attending tournaments at the nearby River Run Park complex. Amenities will include an on-site laundromat, a lighted pavilion with picnic tables, grills, and fencing.

Annie Wonderlich, 43, from Washington, bought a 1980s caravan in February 2026 and has spent about $2,000 on renovations. She aims to eliminate its van-like appearance in favor of a traditional English cottage look, and plans to add a 19-square-meter annex for a walk-in closet. The project is a mortgage-free alternative that also accommodates her pets.