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Assocamp study: 70% of Italians plan holidays, but over half undecided

27.07.2026 00:15 1 min 3 sources
Affaritaliani.it ITA + 2 more
Assocamp study: 70% of Italians plan holidays, but over half undecided
Original source: Affaritaliani.it

In Brief

A survey of 52 dealers shows 57.7% of new motorhome buyers previously chose hotels, and 38.5% second homes. The main motive is freedom of planning (65.4%). 63.5% of dealers note a trend toward autonomous energy supply.

The Assocamp association surveyed over 52 dealers and identified key trends in the motorhome market in 2026. 57.7% of dealers reported that new buyers or renters of motorhomes previously chose hotels and tourist villages, while 38.5% chose second homes. The main motive is freedom of travel planning (65.4% of dealers) and the ability to travel with pets or sports equipment (48.1%).

Meanwhile, 70% of Italians want to go on holiday in summer 2026, but more than half have not yet made a final decision due to economic uncertainty and rising prices. A key technical trend is autonomous energy supply: 63.5% of dealers note that lithium batteries, inverters and solar panels most often convince customers to exceed their budget. 70.6% of dealers with service centers report dangerous DIY electrical modifications by owners.

Renting a motorhome for summer 2026 requires considering not only the daily rate but also additional costs: insurance, mileage, campsites, fuel and fees. The price depends on the type of motorhome (compact van, pop-top camper, semi-integrated), season and rental duration. In high season (August, holidays) rates are highest, while in low season it is cheaper to rent on weekdays.

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Assocamp survey: 70% of Italians plan holidays, but over half undecided

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🇮🇹 Italy — fuel prices

Updated: 01.08.2026

Benzina senza piombo 95

$2.32 /l

€2.02 · £1.73/l

129 of 140

pricier than 91% of countries

Benzina 98

$2.55 /l

€2.21 · £1.89/l

89 of 94

pricier than 94% of countries

Benzina 100

$2.59 /l

€2.25 · £1.93/l

23 of 23

pricier than 96% of countries

Gasolio

$2.44 /l

€2.12 · £1.81/l

130 of 141

pricier than 91% of countries

Gasolio premium

$2.58 /l

€2.24 · £1.92/l

35 of 41

pricier than 83% of countries

GPL

$0.85 /l

€0.74 · £0.64/l

24 of 54

cheaper than 57% of countries

Metano

$1.84 /l

€1.60 · £1.37/l

11 of 16

pricier than 63% of countries

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