Report a problem

What is the problem?

Could not attach a screenshot — send without it

Weekly Digest №31 Kia PV5 crashed Korea's camper market Read
Reviews US United States
РУС

Mercedes Sprinter with pop-up bed: sleeps four but has only two seat belts

03.08.2026 16:20 1 min 1 source
Tarantas News SPA
Mercedes Sprinter with pop-up bed: sleeps four but has only two seat belts
Original source: Tarantas News

Highland Rigs has unveiled the Chino 2026 Model, a camper based on a diesel all-wheel-drive Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. It is priced at $175,000 and has about 2,000 miles (3,200 km) on the odometer. The vehicle features an electric HappiJac lift bed and two folding sofas that create four sleeping positions, but only two seat belts. Equipment includes a refrigerator, an induction hob, 400 W solar panels, a 3,000 W inverter, 36 gallons (136 liters) of fresh water, and a Rixen hot-water system. The manufacturer does not specify the exact off-grid duration. This is a custom conversion; the base Chino starts at $155,000.

Share this news

Facebook Reddit Pinterest X WhatsApp Telegram

Aggregated by OpenVan.camp from the public sources listed below, with AI-assisted translation and summary. We always link to the original source. Machine translation may differ from the original -- check the source for important details. Images and content remain the property of their respective owners. Copyright information

Story sources

Mercedes Sprinter with pop-up bed: sleeps four but has only two seat belts

03.08.2026 Tarantas News SPA Original source
Stay connected

Follow OpenVan.camp

Pick where you live

X X Telegram Telegram WhatsApp WhatsApp Facebook Facebook Pinterest Pinterest

🇺🇸 United States — fuel prices

Updated: 01.08.2026

Regular

$1.08 /l

€0.94 · £0.80/l

30 of 140

cheaper than 79% of countries

Midgrade

$1.23 /l

€1.07 · £0.91/l

21 of 94

cheaper than 79% of countries

Premium

$1.33 /l

€1.16 · £0.99/l

8 of 23

cheaper than 70% of countries

Diesel #2

$1.41 /l

€1.22 · £1.04/l

61 of 141

cheaper than 57% of countries

LPG

$0.90 /l

€0.78 · £0.67/l

30 of 54

pricier than 54% of countries

E85

$0.69 /l

€0.60 · £0.52/l

1 of 6

cheaper than 100% of countries

All countries Prices: United States

Popular route

Distance

Fuel cost

~

Est. time

~

Open on map
Quiz: test yourself
Guess the vanlife lingo — 3 quick questions
1 / 3
Q1 Why are "wild camping" and "boondocking" not always identical?
VanSky - weather index · United States

Best regions in the coming days

Washington +22°·25 km/h
91
Montana +26°·44 km/h
90
Wyoming +27°·25 km/h
88
Alaska +22°·13 km/h
87
Oregon +21°·49 km/h
82
Avoid now
Oklahoma +37°·36 km/h
35
Louisiana +33°·22 km/h
35
All regions

Upcoming Events

All Events
AUG 6 –9 THU 2026

Mid-Atlantic Overland Festival 2026

Festival United States
Private Farm, Huntingdon County, PA, McAlevys Fort
In 2 days 95%
AUG 15 –16 SAT 2026

Adventure Van Expo Bozeman 2026

Exhibition United States 1
Bozeman, Montana, Bozeman
In 11 days 95%
AUG 15 –24 SAT 2026

NASCAR Camping Week at New Hampshire Motor Speedway 2026

Festival United States 1
New Hampshire Motor Speedway, New Hampshire
In 11 days 80%
AUG 20 –24 THU 2026

VanFest Escape to the Cape 2026

Festival United States
Cape Cod Fairgrounds, East Falmouth
In 16 days 95%
AUG 21 –23 FRI 2026

Overland Expo Mountain West 2026

Exhibition United States
The Ranch Event Complex, Loveland
In 17 days 80%
AUG 22 –27 SAT 2026

69th Airstream Club International Rally 2026

Meetup United States
North Dakota State Fair Center, Minot
In 18 days 95%

Recommended

All News
Life in a Campervan: 2 Years on the Road — Real Experience and Tips Lifestyle © Kopaev Alex
Article

Life in a Campervan: 2 Years on the Road — Real Experience and Tips

Two years on the road with a cat named Zhuzu — and not a single day of wanting to go back. We break down life in a camper van: where to find water, how heating works, what to do about electricity, and where to look for overnight spots. 7 countries, hundreds of places, and an honest account — from the mountain roads of Turkey to the coastline of Montenegro.

Read more

You May Be Interested

All News
Industry DE Germany

Bürstner unveils modular Signature SMT motorhome on Mercedes-Benz Sprinter base

German company Bürstner has launched the production model Signature SMT, built on the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter chassis. The motorhome features a modular interior that can be reconfigured: during the day, the cabin serves as a lounge with swivel seats, and at night it converts into a bedroom with a double bed measuring 193×130 cm. The rear section accommodates two people. The body is made of fiberglass, and an extended front roof section houses an additional drop-down bed. The kitchen includes an induction hob, pull-out countertops, and a 138-liter refrigerator. The bathroom has a sliding wall for the shower. Available in lengths of 735 and 766 cm, with white or gray body colors. The base version 735 starts at €93,999.

Source: Чудо техники RUS
Mercedes-Benz unveils modular kit to convert Sprinter van into motorhome in under an hour Builds © 16 Valvulas
AR Argentina

Mercedes-Benz unveils modular kit to convert Sprinter van into motorhome in under an hour

Mercedes-Benz has introduced a modular kit for the Sprinter that allows converting the van into a motorhome without permanent modifications. Installation takes less than an hour with two people and requires no cutting or changes to the original electrical system. The kit includes a water tank, stove, shower, and water heater, with optional washing machine. Modules are imported from China, with sales expected in August–September.

Source: 16 Valvulas SPA

News from United States

All News
Washington County Planning Commission denies special exemption for proposed RV park Bans & Fines © mypanhandle.com
US United States

Washington County Planning Commission denies special exemption for proposed RV park

The Washington County Planning Commission voted unanimously Monday night to deny a special exemption for a proposed RV park on Highway 77. The developer plans 115 units for Class A motorhomes, but the commission cited insufficient information, as updated plans were submitted just before the meeting. Residents raised concerns about noise, safety, and the potential influx of people. The denial prevents the application from being reconsidered for two years; the final decision rests with the County Commission on August 20.

Source: mypanhandle.com ENG
CHP investigates body found after motorhome fire in Ojai Valley Incidents © Ventura County Star
US United States

CHP investigates body found after motorhome fire in Ojai Valley

The California Highway Patrol is investigating a body found after a motorhome fire in the Ojai Valley on Aug. 1. The fire occurred on Highway 33, also known as Maricopa Highway, near North Lomita Avenue, around 4:30 p.m. The vehicle was fully engulfed in flames, with fire spreading to nearby vegetation. After extinguishing the fire, responders discovered a deceased person inside the motorhome. The identity and cause of death are not yet known. Highway 33 between Meiners Road and North Alvarado Street was closed for about four hours. Witnesses are asked to contact the CHP Ventura office at 805-662-2640.

Source: Ventura County Star ENG
Newburgh couple's RV burns to the ground on I-95 minutes into road trip Incidents © Bangor Daily News
US United States

Newburgh couple's RV burns to the ground on I-95 minutes into road trip

A couple's RV caught fire on I-95 near Bangor on Monday, minutes after they left Newburgh for northern Maine. They pulled off at the rest stop at mile marker 175 after noticing smoke. The couple and their pets exited safely before the vehicle was fully engulfed in flames, according to Hampden Deputy Fire Chief Jason Lundstrom. The fire may have started with a mechanical malfunction in the RV's refrigerator. No injuries were reported.

Source: Bangor Daily News ENG
Camping column: Waking up first Lifestyle © Ashland Source - Ashland County Ohio News & Info
US United States

Camping column: Waking up first

Journalist Irv Oslin reflects on his early morning walks at Eagle Point Campground on Charles Mill Lake, recalling his time 30 years ago when he camped there as a staff writer for the Ashland Times-Gazette. He notes the change in camping culture, from rustic sleeping under a canoe to modern RVs and tents, and muses on the quiet solitude of dawn.

Source: Ashland Source - Ashland County Ohio News & Info ENG

Install OpenVan.camp

Get quick access and offline reading.

Install on iOS

  1. 1 Tap Share in Safari.
  2. 2 Choose "Add to Home Screen".
  3. 3 Confirm by tapping Add.

Already installed

The app is already installed on this device.

Install from browser menu

Use your browser menu to install or add to home screen.

→ Glossary