Campervan, RV & Vanlife News

Mercedes-Benz Vans now builds the Marco Polo camper van entirely at its own plants for the first time in more than 40 years. The V-Class base comes from Vitoria, the conversion is done in Ludwigsfelde.

Ukrainian company LifeStyle Camper has created the Simple Drop camper made of wood. Weight is 520 kg, maximum mass 750 kg, price €10,450 or $11,700.

Cedar Creek has introduced the 2027 Cottage 413FWC from its Fifth Wheel Cottage series, named 2026 Long-Term Stay Trailer of the Year. The trailer is 13 meters long, has five slide-outs, three zones, and is designed for a couple. Pricing starts at $110,000 and depends on configuration.

In the Great Southern region of Western Australia, a pickup driver towing a caravan lost control while overtaking a truck carrying grain. The caravan began to sway, and the vehicle left the road. Both drivers were uninjured. The incident occurred on Thursday morning on Collie-Dumbleyung Road. Western Australian authorities urged drivers to be cautious ahead of long weekends and school holidays. As of July 2026, nearly 147,000 caravans and motorhomes were registered in the state; their number has increased over the past five years. This year, three people died in regional Western Australian crashes involving vehicles towing caravans or camper trailers. Over the past decade, 17 people died in such crashes, 16 of them in regional areas of the state. The Road Safety Commission noted that 13 people died on Western Australian roads during last year's October school holidays.

The Land and Environment Court of New South Wales ruled that Josh Hines and Manu Bon cannot continue living in a motorhome on a property in Coolagolite without the required development consent. Property owner Gordon Kelly allowed the couple to place the motorhome on his land, zoned for primary production, in 2023; after a public complaint, Bega Valley Shire Council said last year the structure was used as permanent housing without approval. The court found the motorhome could legally fall under the definition of a caravan even if it resembles a regular house, but that this status does not bypass NSW land-use legislation; the council could not lawfully require demolition of the caravan because it is not a building. Under NSW law, one caravan can be placed on a property without council approval if it is associated with an occupied house, used by members of the household, and the land already has an approved main dwelling.

Xiaomi has unveiled the SkyNomad N90 Max Explorer Edition in China — an SUV with an electric pop-up roof. The special version costs 299,900 yuan, the base N90 Max starts at 269,900 yuan.

Manchester City striker Erling Haaland has added an exclusive motorhome to his collection, developed in collaboration with a well-known brand. Details of the purchase and the vehicle's specifications have not been disclosed.

Storyteller Overland has unveiled the GXV Wild model based on the RAM 3500. The price is $299,898. It features a 6.4-liter Hemi V8 engine producing 380 hp and 582 Nm of torque. Off-road capability is enhanced by 275/80 R20 tires and an AEV system. The range reaches 4,990 km with a 350-liter fuel tank. Inside, there is a sleeping area, kitchen, and bathroom. The GXV Hilt model costs $525,000. Production is scheduled for 2026.

Business Insider reporter Joey Hadden detailed her experience staying in a 250-square-foot micro home on wheels booked via Airbnb in Miami in 2021. Expectations of mobile housing were not met: the home sat on cinder blocks in a yard, and moving it seemed difficult. The interior proved spacious thanks to high ceilings and eight windows. Hadden noted space-saving features like a sliding bathroom door and a curtain instead of a closet door, as well as a queen-size bed. She concluded that a small home can be spacious enough for full-time living, prompting her to reconsider downsizing.

Volkswagen has unveiled the production version of the electric camper ID. California Cruise, based on the ID. Buzz. The vehicle features a sleeping area, climate control, and a 2000 W power outlet.

Hymer unveiled the updated flagship B-ML based on Mercedes-Benz Sprinter, a special CrossOver series and three new models in the Xperience family. B-ML pricing is not announced, expected between 150,000 and 200,000 euros.

Australian Headspace Campers built an off-road camper from a Toyota HiAce with 300 mm clearance, exceeding any stock Land Cruiser. Conversion starts at A$18,950.

At Caravan Salon 2026, Volkswagen presented the electric ID. California Cruise camper with inflatable modules and a range of about 480 km.

At Caravan Salon 2026 in Düsseldorf, Lifestylecamper presented the X-RID off-road camper trailer with KNOTT independent suspension, LINE-X coating, and EcoFlow DELTA 3 Plus.

Headspace Campers has unveiled an off-road version of the Toyota HiAce. The vehicle features a 2.8-liter engine producing 177 hp, a suspension lift, Toyo Open Country off-road tires, and additional equipment. The conversion costs between $13,600 and $19,800.

At Caravan Salon 2026, Volkswagen presented the first fully electric camper ID. California Cruise based on the ID. Buzz. Price from 60,547 euros, deliveries from early 2027.

Volkswagen has presented the ID. California Cruise, its first fully electric camper based on the ID. Buzz, at Caravan Salon 2026 in Düsseldorf. German prices start at €60,761, with deliveries in early 2027.

Winnebago has unveiled the Arka expedition camper built on a four-wheel-drive Ram 5500 Crew Cab chassis. The living module is attached to the frame via a four-point mounting system that allows independent flexing of the truck body and the camper. Winnebago claims 14 days of self-contained operation without external power or a combustion generator. The energy system includes a 16.8 kWh lithium battery, 800 W of sliding roof solar panels and an auxiliary AC generator driven by the engine. Fresh water capacity is 227 litres and towing capacity is up to 6.8 tonnes.

At the Caravan Salon 2026, Nissan and Eifelland unveiled the electric camper Interstar-e Relax. It features an 87 kWh battery and a WLTP range of 410 km. The interior includes two single beds measuring 1.90 by 1.60 meters, a kitchen, and V2L capability for powering external devices. Priced at 89,900 euros (about $102,000) in Germany, it competes with the Mercedes-Benz EQV and Volkswagen ID. Buzz.

Winnebago has introduced a new off-road motorhome, the Arka, built on the chassis of the heavy-duty Ram 5500 pickup. It features a 6.7-liter turbodiesel producing 360 hp and 1,085 Nm, and can tow a 6.8-ton trailer. The living module accommodates four people, with a kitchen, bathroom, and sleeping areas. Claimed autonomy is 14 days, supported by a 16.8 kWh battery, solar panels, and a 227-liter water tank. Price starts at $331,901.