Motorhome journey to transport woman in vegetative state faces Darién Gap crossing

Marcopolo Motorhome, a division of Marcopolo S.A., has begun deliveries of the Nomade, its first fully in-house developed and produced motorhome. The first unit was handed over to a customer from Santa Catarina on May 23, 2025. The Nomade is a compact integral motorhome with 4×4 drivetrain, powered by a 175 hp Cummins diesel engine and Allison automatic transmission. It features a monocoque body, a slide-out expanding interior space to 16 m², and a Victron energy system with lithium batteries. Additional deliveries are scheduled for 2026.

Marcopolo Motorhome, established in late 2024, delivered the first NOMADE unit on May 23, 2026. The fully integrated motorhome is designed and built in Brazil, featuring a Cummins diesel engine, all-wheel drive, and an off-grid energy system.

The Limeira City Council (SP) will analyze on Monday (25th) a bill establishing rules for the use of public spaces by individuals and businesses, including the installation and operation of trailers, containers, food trucks, and similar structures. Authors Everton Ferreira and Felipe Penedo state the proposal results from public debate and technical studies aimed at revitalizing and orderly reoccupying these areas to boost local commerce. If passed, the bill would allow, subject to technical analysis, the connection of water, sewage, and electricity to such structures.

Brazilian presidential pre-candidate Renan Santos (Missão party) intends to use motorhomes for travel across the country. According to campaign coordinator Amanda Vettorazzo, this is cheaper than flights and more practical for reaching small towns quickly. Motorhomes, popular in the US, include bedrooms, bathrooms, kitchens, and can be adapted for studios. With no TV airtime, the campaign relies on videos and live streams; a Datafolha poll on the 22nd showed Santos at 3%.

The São Paulo State Tourism Secretariat has published an official guide for motorhome, camper, and caravan travelers, featuring coastal, inland, and reservoir destinations. Brazil's motorhome market is valued at 1.5 billion reais.

Interest in motorhomes as an alternative travel option is rising in Brazil. A report by G1 provides data on ownership costs and vehicle structure.