Traveler with a mini-house on wheels reaches Kaluga

In the new episode of the Vanecdotes podcast, released on March 16, 2026, YouTuber Miary recounts the halt of his journey from France to Japan in a converted Nissan Patrol 4x4. The trip was stopped in Russia due to increased military checks and a tense atmosphere, forcing the traveler to turn back.

The Chinese motorhome Changan Peak View RV has been officially launched in Russia. The model features three sleeping areas, a two-liter diesel engine, and a full set of household appliances.

Toy Factory will present only two units of LAIKA Ecovip Titanio L 3019 and 2009 motorhomes. The L 3019 model, approximately 7 meters long, accommodates 4 passengers and 5 sleeping berths, while the L 2009, 6.6 meters long, accommodates 4 passengers and 3 sleeping berths. The vehicles will be displayed at AUTOMOBILE COUNCIL 2026 and Motorhome Collection exhibitions in April 2026.

A pedestrian with a homemade mini-house on wheels was spotted on the route from Tula to Kaluga region. The man plans to reach Brazil, covering 15-30 kilometers per day with a cart weighing almost 300 kilograms.

Sales of the Slovenian motorhome Adria Sonic Plus 700 SL have started in Russia. The 7.5 m long model has five sleeping berths, a curb weight of 3.9 t, and is equipped with a 2.2 L diesel engine producing 180 hp with a 9-speed automatic transmission. The price starts from 10.8 million rubles.

Motorhome prices in Russia have doubled due to sanctions and increased recycling fees. The market volume decreased by 22.6% in 2025, while domestic camper production is growing but faces certification issues and high costs of imported components.