Preview: We Become Campers • To the Delicacies and Attractions of Slovenia

The financial viability of buying a motorhome instead of renting depends on the frequency of use. Using the example of a Knaus l!ve 650 MF model costing approximately €70,000, the calculation shows that purchase pays off if used for more than 22 weeks in the first year or about 5.5 weeks annually in subsequent years, compared to an average weekly rental cost of €1,200.

Spain tightened inspections for camper vans — meanwhile in Torrox, 50 motorhomes occupied a riverbed. Italians 3D-printed a motorhome from plastic in four days, Hyundai unveiled an 800-volt electric camper, and 34 million Americans are hitting the road. Demolitions in Turkey, bans in Scotland, and a woman who drove along the Baltic in an electric Smart — all in this issue.

The Adria Compact DL is a compact motorhome based on the Fiat Ducato, experiencing strong sales. Its width of 2.12 meters facilitates maneuvering. The interior features a large panoramic skylight, and the rear section has twin beds with Tencel mattresses. Pricing starts from 70,900 euros.

Warendorf introduced paid motorhome parking — and lost its tourists. Japan quietly reached 607 RV parks while Nagoya showed a camper on a rocket launcher chassis. The Turkish coastal ban, a Polish trailer with a side shower, and Korean rentals straight from the train — in this issue.

In an interview, Adria sales chief Denis Car stated the European caravan market is declining but maintains a volume of over 55,000 units sold annually. The company has updated its model range for 2026 and focuses on functionality, lightweight materials, and adaptation to electric tow vehicles, despite uncertainties leading up to 2035.

Adria has introduced an updated Adria Adora caravan series focusing on design and comfort. The series comprises nine layouts with a maximum capacity of up to seven people, improved aerodynamics, and a polyester body. Base models start from €33,790, offering options for winter camping.