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In 2025 and the first months of 2026, Banjercito modules in Juárez, Palomas, San Jerónimo, and Ojinaga reported a decrease in permits for importing motorhomes and boats. The data was provided by local authorities.
Around 40 all-inclusive vehicles traveled from Parral to the Sierra Tarahumara as part of the route planned to tour and learn about part of the state of Chihuahua. The event took place within the framework of Ruta Tarahumara 2026.
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A couple from California, traveling in a motorhome, has been in Mexico for three months and is currently in Parral. The caravan members highlight the country's safety and plan to venture into the Chihuahuan mountains.
Creeper and Lidia from Jalisco sold their house three years ago and converted a 12-meter school bus into a motorhome, equipping it with solar panels, a kitchen, shower, toilet, bedroom, and a small laundry. They have visited Jalisco, Michoacán, Colima, Nayarit, Sinaloa, Sonora, and Baja California, documenting their trips on social media. In Tijuana, the border wall made a strong impression on them. The couple does not plan to return to a conventional life and intends to continue traveling across Mexico, and in the future, beyond it by motorcycle.
Mexican customs authorities may detain a motorhome even if the owner has a valid Banjercito permit, if the document does not list attached vehicles. According to regulations, the permit covers only the motorhome, and additional vehicles are considered illegally imported. Owners are advised to update their permits and list all vehicles to avoid confiscation and administrative procedures.
A severe storm in Hermosillo caused a power outage and fire risk for the motorhome of the couple known as Nudos Viajeros. Strong winds knocked a branch onto a transformer next to their vehicle, sparking flames. The couple quickly moved their motorhome and took temporary shelter at a nearby Oxxo store.
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On Wednesday night, a motorhome was partially submerged by the tide on El Comitán beach in La Paz, surprising its occupants. No injuries were reported; bystanders assisted in removing the vehicle. The incident highlights the importance of monitoring tidal conditions before parking near the shoreline.
Deputy Gabriela Guadalupe Martínez Vázquez introduced a bill to regulate the circulation of off-road recreational vehicles in protected natural areas of San Luis Potosí. The initiative includes restricting ATVs and motorcycles in ecologically sensitive zones, creating a registry of service providers, establishing authorized routes, and mandatory training for operators. The bill does not ban adventure tourism but sets rules to balance recreation with conservation.
In the San Carlos neighborhood of Nogales, Sonora, private security personnel detained a man suspected of stealing from a motorhome. The incident occurred at 9:49 AM when employees of ZB Mantenimientos y Servicios observed the suspect exiting a motorhome belonging to one of the workers. He attempted to flee but was caught and handed over to municipal police. Daniel G., 48, was found in possession of two cell phones, an electric razor, and a wristwatch, identified by the owner.
Deputy Elvia Eguía Castillo introduced an initiative to regulate motorhomes and ATVs in Tamaulipas tourist areas. The proposal seeks to amend tourism, sustainable development, mobility, and traffic laws. It aims to ensure pedestrian safety, tourist protection, and environmental preservation. The initiative addresses the legal vacuum at beaches Miramar, Bagdad, La Pesca, and natural areas El Cielo and Los Troncones.
The Seventh World Vocho Day Caravan will take place on June 21 in Morelia, with over 200 vehicles already registered. Organizers expect up to 600 participants from various municipalities and states. The gathering starts at 11:00 AM at Plaza Las Américas, followed by a caravan to the historic center for an exhibition in front of the Cathedral. The event has official permits and police support.
On June 18, 2026, a woman was killed during an attempted robbery on the Toluca-Palmillas highway in Querétaro, Mexico. She was traveling in the camper of a pickup truck when armed suspects tried to force the vehicle to stop. The driver accelerated, triggering a chase during which shots were fired. One bullet struck the woman in the rear compartment. The driver stopped at a gas station in El Marqués, where paramedics confirmed her death. No arrests have been made; the investigation is ongoing.
As part of the Héroes Paisanos program, the Migrantes Unidos caravan, comprising 402 vehicles and about two thousand people, entered Mexico through the border in Nuevo Laredo. The Tamaulipas State Guard, together with the National Guard, traffic police and other agencies, provided security along Federal Highway 85 to the Nuevo León border. The measures aim to ensure safe and orderly movement of participants.
On Tuesday, a motorhome was completely destroyed by fire on federal highway 180 near La Baina (Santiago Tuxtla–San Andrés Tuxtla section). Traffic was temporarily closed; no injuries reported. Cause of the fire is under investigation.
The sixth Tractozone 2026 Trailer Manufacturers Convention took place in Mexico. The event focused on strengthening alliances and improving industry efficiency amid growing competition. Tractozone Group presented a portfolio of OEM-quality spare parts with competitive prices and immediate availability.
A Can-Am off-road vehicle rolled over multiple times in the La Cruz de Benjamín area of the Altar Desert. Two occupants sustained minor injuries. Fellow travelers assisted the injured and righted the vehicle.
Tommas Davoust from Moheda, Sweden, first attended a FIFA World Cup in 2006, painting his caravan blue and yellow and driving to Germany. Since then, he has attended every European and World Championship featuring the Swedish men's national team. In 2026, he is again traveling to support the team in their match against Tunisia in Mexico.
The municipality of Cuautlancingo, Mexico, will hold a caravan and exhibition of Volkswagen Sedan ("Vocho") vehicles on June 21, 2026, as part of the World Vocho Day and the Feria de Cuautlancingo 2026. The caravan will start from Boulevard Kepler in Angelópolis and end at Parque Recreativo El Ameyal, where around 200 registered cars will be displayed from 11:00 AM. Pre-registration is required via phone at 222 155 6793. The event will also feature folk dance, Hawaiian dance, and choreographed dance performances. Cuautlancingo is home to Volkswagen de México, the largest car plant in the country and the second largest Volkswagen Group facility outside Germany, where the iconic Volkswagen Sedan was produced for decades.