Hymer Grand Canyon S vs. SAM the Van Iglhaut: two all-wheel-drive campers compared

On Friday, June 20, 2026, a white campervan damaged a parked car at a lake parking lot in Mechtersheim (Rhineland-Palatinate) and fled. Police are seeking witnesses; damage is in the four-figure range.

IKEA has introduced the Strandön folding table, designed for outdoor use including camping, picnics, and beach trips. Made of stainless steel, polyacetal, and polypropylene, the table features a perforated top for liquid drainage, folds flat, and comes with a carrying strap. When unfolded, it measures 70×55×65 cm and provides seating for up to four people.

A derelict campsite covering 13,120 sq m in the municipality of Krummhörn, East Frisia, is being auctioned. The property includes a residential building with six holiday apartments and space for about 85 motorhome pitches. The auction will take place on June 25, 2026, in Berlin, with a minimum bid of €175,000. Prospective buyers must assess renovation costs, potential environmental liabilities, and permitting issues.

KGM (formerly SsangYong) has launched the updated Musso pickup and its long-wheelbase version Musso Grand in Germany. The vehicle features a 2.2-liter diesel engine producing 202 hp and 441 Nm, a ladder frame, and selectable four-wheel drive with differential lock. Prices start at €40,990 for the standard version and €42,490 for the Musso Grand, positioning it alongside the Isuzu D-Max but below many trims of the Ford Ranger and Toyota Hilux.

Bürstner has launched the Signature series, a new model line that aims to redefine the design of seven-meter motorhomes. The SFT 7.5 model is based on a Fiat Ducato chassis with an AL-KO low-frame platform and features a 2.2-liter 140 hp turbodiesel engine with an 8-speed automatic transmission. Interior solutions borrow from more expensive models by Niesmann+Bischoff, part of the same Erwin Hymer Group.

The Volkswagen T7 California camper van is built using a small-scale, almost workshop-like production method. The assembly process is not highly automated but involves meticulous manual steps. Despite the handcrafted approach, the vehicle retains a full factory warranty, setting it apart from many aftermarket conversions.