Slovenian couple swaps motorhome for Swedish house after five years of vanlife

Dutch associations BOVAG and KCI conducted a study trip to Sweden from March 1 to 3. Participants toured the factory of caravan and motorhome manufacturer KABE and the Volvo plant, observing production processes that combine automation and manual craftsmanship.

According to HRF industry statistics, 24 new caravans were registered in Sweden in February 2026, a 62% decrease from the same month last year. Meanwhile, motorhome registrations rose 118% to 312 units. Part of the increase is attributed to pre-registration of vehicles due to the introduction of Euro 6 standards.

Motorhome manufacturer Kabe is discontinuing the standalone Affinity brand, integrating it into its main lineup. The One, Duo, and Three models will now be sold as the Kabe Affinity series. For the 2026 season, the models will receive new interior colors, improved functional solutions, and an upgraded electrical system.

The fully self-sufficient, off-road capable Dovra Rig X-610 motorhome has been presented. Based on a Mercedes Sprinter 4x4 chassis, it features a 190 hp diesel engine, underfloor heating, solar panels, and a 105-liter freshwater tank. The vehicle is priced at 249,460 euros.

The OpenVan.camp editorial team analyzed 3,581 news stories from 56 countries in early 2026. Declining sales in Germany and the USA, Hyundai electric campers, budget Wuling motorhomes, KAMAZes with saunas in Russia, parking bans in Turkey — a comprehensive overview of motorhome industry trends by world region.

According to the Swedish Caravan and Motorhome Industry Association (HRF), only 9 new caravans were registered in January, a 68% decrease year-on-year. Meanwhile, motorhome registrations doubled to 122 units. The overall caravan market declined by 15.5% in 2025.