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Camping World Holdings has launched the Coleman Mach 3 air conditioner for RVs in the US market. The unit provides 13,500 BTU cooling power for medium-sized vehicles and operates on 120V power. It features low noise levels and even air distribution. The product is not officially available in Europe.
Anne and Brian Klumpp sold their house for €300,000 in 2019 and purchased a 13-meter motorhome for €180,000. They have been living and working in it for six years, traveling across the US. Monthly expenses include €1,000–1,300 for campsites, $2,500 for diesel and $2,000 for gasoline annually, plus $24,000 for food and entertainment. They spend about $5,000 per year on internet and phone, combining Starlink and mobile data plans. According to RVIA, approximately 486,000 people live full-time in RVs in the US.
Honda plans to resume production of the Element model in 2029. Production is set to begin in the second quarter of 2029 at a plant in Ohio, with a target volume of around 100,000 units in the first full year. The new model will feature a hybrid powertrain and slot between the HR-V and CR-V in the lineup.
AEONrv, a Reno-based manufacturer of all-season, off-road adventure vehicles, announced its 2026 lineup, including the updated AEONv and the new AEONrv EXT with an extended wheelbase. The EXT is built on the 2026 Ford Transit AWD chassis with an 11,000-pound GVWR and 178-inch wheelbase, increasing towing capacity, cargo space, and off-grid range. The interior is entirely wood-free, using PET structural foam core from recycled bottles, reducing weight by up to 50%. The all-electric energy system includes Victron NG lithium batteries, Victron Orion XS charging, and up to 1,200 watts of rooftop solar. Pricing starts at $229,500 for the AEONv and $239,500 for the AEONrv EXT, with orders available immediately.
Forest River hosted a tour of its Dynamax motorhome manufacturing facility in Elkhart County, Indiana, for leaders from Kampground of America (KOA) and Care Camps Foundation. The visit included a behind-the-scenes look at chassis preparation, cabinetry, custom paint, electrical systems, and final quality inspections. The event aimed to strengthen collaboration between the manufacturer, campground operator, and nonprofit supporting pediatric oncology camps.
BougeRV has released the PC35 PRO portable air conditioner, delivering 3,500 Btu of inverter-powered cooling in a 22-pound unit. It features IPX5 water resistance, R290 refrigerant, and operates at 50 dB. The device can be controlled via the BougeRV app and is designed for use in vans, RVs, and tents. It can lower ambient temperature by 10 °C within 15 minutes in spaces up to 65 square feet.
Louis Anthony Robles, 45, of Kissimmee, was arrested on June 12 after attempting to evade law enforcement in an RV. During the pursuit, he weaved through traffic and struck two other vehicles. Robles faces charges including DUI, fleeing with lights and sirens, leaving the scene of an accident with injuries, and drug possession.
The Michigan DNR and Michigan Veterans Affairs Agency have designated 11 state parks where fireworks will be banned on Independence Day as a courtesy to veterans with PTSD, pet owners, and others sensitive to loud noises. Participating parks, including Tahquamenon Falls State Park, will post signage and inform visitors of the regulations. Most projectile fireworks like bottle rockets and roman candles are already illegal in state parks, while sparklers and ground spinners remain allowed.
Volkswagen has launched a Good Night Package for the ID. Buzz in Germany at €2,600 (approx. $2,950), including a mattress, blackout blinds, ventilation grilles, and an outdoor dining set. This package will form the basis for the ID. Buzz Tourer 4Motion, the first factory camper van Volkswagen will offer in the US since 2003. The US model is expected in 2027, with pricing yet to be announced.
Campspot and The Dyrt have released their annual lists of the best campgrounds in the US and Canada. The rankings include sites ranging from tent camping to glamping and RV parks. The Dyrt also highlighted the best free camping spots on public lands and created a Pacific Coast Highway road trip guide.
Tune Outdoor has introduced the Tune Interior Systems, a modular range of components for its M1 and M1L pickup campers. Options include benches, counters with water systems, and club/bench combos. The components are made from powder-coated aluminum and Richlite, resistant to rust and rot. Prices start at $1,800 for a single bench.
Police arrested Loyed Clayton Yost, owner of Clayton Construction, for allegedly stealing more than $112,000 from a 67-year-old RV park owner in Bruceville-Eddy, Texas. According to an affidavit, the victim paid Yost $124,550 in February-March 2022 to add 30 RV spaces, roads, and utilities, but the work was never completed. Yost has prior theft charges related to construction work in McLennan and Burnet counties.
Allison and Nick bought a school bus on eBay for $5,000 in 2018 and spent another $45,000 converting it into a livable motorhome. With no prior renovation skills, they learned the process from YouTube videos. In 2021, they sold their belongings, rented out their house, and began traveling with two dogs. The 12-meter bus now includes a full bathroom with bathtub, kitchen, and sleeping area.
A collector in the US has paired a 1968 Chevrolet C20 CST pickup with a 1966 Del Rey Sky Lounge camper shell. The combination is listed on Bring a Trailer, with a high bid of $61,020 failing to meet the reserve. The Del Rey Sky Lounge is a rare three-level camper, discontinued in the early 1970s after regulations banned passenger transport in the upper level.
An Oregon man faces hate crime charges after a confrontation at Sunny Ridge RV Park in Jordan Valley. On June 20, police responded to a report of a man yelling racial slurs and threats at a woman. The suspect, Moses Esparza, 42, was charged with first-degree bias crime (a felony), second-degree bias crime, and menacing.
Windemere Cove RV Resort in Langston, Alabama, has received the 2026 Best of Alabama Award, highlighting the growing trend of outdoor hospitality in the US. The resort's location on Lake Guntersville supports fishing, boating, and extended-stay travel, contributing to rural economic growth as travelers shift from hotels to RV parks.
A tractor-trailer collided with a pickup truck towing a camper early Tuesday on State Route 14 in the Town of Phelps, sending one person to the hospital. According to the Ontario County Sheriff’s Office, 45-year-old Latavia Toussant of Shelburne, Vermont, was driving a 2025 GMC Sierra northbound while towing a 2019 Cherokee camper. A northbound 2020 Freightliner tractor-trailer operated by 54-year-old Christopher Hardy of Union Springs struck the camper from behind, then hit the pickup, sending both vehicles off the road into a field. Toussant was transported to Geneva General Hospital with neck pain; Hardy declined treatment. The cause of the crash could not be determined, and no tickets were issued.
Within two hours of Redding in Northern California, eight campgrounds have received high user ratings. These include primitive sites in Shasta-Trinity National Forest, campgrounds with amenities along the Trinity River, and RV spots in Lassen Volcanic National Park. Ratings are based on reviews from Google Maps, Recreation.gov, and The Dyrt.
Soaring Eagle Campers reported that year-to-date shipments for 2026 have already surpassed the total number of campers shipped in all of last year. The truck camper manufacturer, launched in 2022, has expanded its lineup to fit all truck sizes, including compact models. The company expanded its Wakarusa production facility in 2025 and plans to add a second, larger facility in 2027.
Dragonfly Energy Holdings Corp., the manufacturer of Battle Born Batteries, has appointed Lukas Lutz to its board of directors. Lutz is a co-founder of Sphere Energy, a German company that has developed an AI operating system for scaling artificial intelligence applications in engineering. His expertise includes using AI to automate CAD generation, optimize crash scenarios, and simulate battery aging. The appointment aligns with Dragonfly Energy's strategy to leverage real-world battery data and machine learning for improving battery performance and advancing dry electrode and solid-state technologies.
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