Motorhome in Patagonia: Living on the Road with Comfort and Compliance

Experts in camper conversion warn that when building a motorhome for Patagonia, load distribution calculation and obtaining the Vehicle Safety Certificate (CSV) are critical. Errors in layout can lead to loss of stability on the Ruta 40 highway. The article lists mandatory technical requirements: placement of water tanks (about 150 L) in the center of the van, use of thermal insulation, installation of a separate gel auxiliary battery with a disconnect switch, and use of portable chemical toilets due to the lack of dump stations in the region.

The Emperador Foundation launched the Colectivo Sueños project — Argentina's first adapted motorhome equipped with accessibility technologies and medical equipment for electro-dependent and palliative patients

Municipal authorities of Taquimilán (Neuquén province) held a meeting with provincial tourism officials to develop a strategy to attract motorhome travelers. The goal is to expand the tourism offer and stimulate the local economy. Participants discussed creating necessary infrastructure and services for itinerant tourists, aiming to generate year-round visitor flow and boost local trade.

On May 27 in Rosario, the Colectivo Sueños project will be presented — a motorhome adapted for people with reduced mobility and electricity-dependent conditions. The initiative aims to organize safe trips within Santa Fe province. According to the organization, over 1,500 families in the region face such challenges, nearly half have never vacationed, and one in four has not traveled for more than three years.

Turkish manufacturer Saly Caravan introduced the Carabinata Mini, a compact travel trailer that gained popularity in Europe after its international expansion four years ago. In 2025, the model received recognition at the Practical Caravan Awards. The trailer, 4.1 meters long and weighing 560 kg, sleeps two people and includes a kitchen with two gas burners and a 60-liter fridge, as well as a shower. Base price starts at €11,000.

Since 2022, the National Parks Administration of Argentina has implemented specific rules for motorhomes and other recreational vehicles. Overnight stays are only allowed in designated areas; daytime parking is permitted at viewpoints with the engine off and without deploying awnings. Fines range from 3 to 100 access rights. The government is also working to deregulate certification to lower motorhome prices.