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Elddis, part of Erwin Hymer Group, has confirmed 217 redundancies after ceasing production at its Consett plant in County Durham. The move follows declining caravan registrations and rising demand for campervans and motorhomes in the UK. The company will retain a presence at Delves Lane, including the Elddis Experience Centre, and will design new campervan and motorhome ranges using Erwin Hymer Group's production network.
The European Safety Gate system has reported recalls for motorhomes from seven brands within the Erwin Hymer Group: Bürstner, Corigon, Dethleffs, Etrusco, Hymer, Laika, and LMC. The issue is a defective weld on the ISOFIX bracket, which may fail in a crash and increase the risk of injury to a child. The recall covers vehicles built from January 1, 2018, to May 1, 2026; the exact number of affected units has not been disclosed.
Carado, part of the Erwin Hymer Group, has introduced the CV595 X-Edition, its first off-road camper van. Based on a VW Crafter 4x4 with 163 hp and automatic transmission, the vehicle is 5.98 m long with a 1.98 m interior height. The rear extension creates a transverse double bed measuring 2×1.36 m. The model is a sister vehicle to the Sunlight IBEX, which shares the same platform and is set for series production by the 2027 season. Prices for both models have not yet been announced.
Changes are underway at the Erwin Hymer Group. After Bürstner announced it would cease caravan production in 2027, Dethleffs now also faces cuts. The company, considered the inventor of the caravan, is not exiting the trailer segment entirely but is discontinuing the Camper, Nomad, and Beduin Scandinavia lines. Dethleffs plans to return to the market in the 2028 model year with completely revamped models, a surprise given the comprehensive update of all three series in 2025.
Dethleffs, part of the Erwin Hymer Group, has announced the discontinuation of its Camper, Nomad, and Beduin Scandinavia caravan ranges. Production will halt until 2028, when the company plans to launch completely redesigned models. The decision comes amid a decline in caravan sales: in April 2026, the market fell 18% year-on-year. Another factor is the growing number of electric vehicles, which are less suitable for towing trailers.
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.
Motorhome and camper manufacturer LMC (Lord Münsterland Caravan) is negotiating the reduction of 160 jobs at its Sassenberg plant in North Rhine-Westphalia. The move reflects a post-pandemic demand slump: German registrations fell over 15% year-on-year in 2025–2026. The company, part of Erwin Hymer Group (Thor Industries), is adjusting capacity to market conditions. No final agreement has been reached yet.
Bürstner, founded in 1924 as a carpentry and furniture workshop and producing caravans since 1959, has announced the end of caravan production. The decision was made due to weak sales in the trailer segment, ending 66 years of production. Bürstner, part of the Erwin Hymer Group since 1998, will focus on campervans and motorhomes. Service and spare parts supply for existing caravans will continue.
Ahorn Camp unveiled the T 690 model based on the updated Renault Master. The 6.99 m motorhome retains a starting price of €61,900 despite the chassis change and design refresh. The interior features an L-shaped seating group, optional sleeping for up to four people, and gas equipment. Production has moved to the Erwin Hymer Group plant in San Casciano.
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German manufacturer Bürstner will fully stop caravan production from the 2027 season, focusing on campers and motorhomes. Service and spare parts for existing owners will continue.
Following Bürstner's announcement to stop producing caravans (trailers) due to declining demand, Dethleffs, also part of the Erwin Hymer Group, stated it has no plans to exit this segment. The company intends to strengthen its caravan division despite lower margins. In 2024, approximately 54,200 new caravans were registered across Europe, an 11% decrease year-on-year.
German manufacturer Ahorn Camp unveiled the new T680 motorhome at the CMT 2026 trade show, measuring 6.99 meters in length. The model features an electric lift bed measuring 2.00 x 1.50 meters and a large bathroom with a separate shower cabin. The motorhome is based on the fourth-generation Renault Master chassis, with production relocated to Italy following cooperation with the Erwin Hymer Group.
Ahorn Camp has introduced the updated TE 740 motorhome based on the new Renault Master. The model features a revised layout with longitudinal sofas, a compact kitchen, and a separate rear bedroom, and has switched to production within the Erwin Hymer Group.
A comparison of maneuvering aids for travel trailers (caravans) has been conducted to facilitate their movement on-site. In the March 2026 test, the top model is the Caravan Rangierhilfe EM203 by Enduro, priced at approximately 789 euros. The devices are described as space-saving and useful for travel, according to reviews.
Oma Company has launched three Sunlight motorhome models from the Erwin Hymer Group in Taiwan. Prices start at 3.82 million Taiwanese dollars, all models feature a 2.2-liter diesel engine with 140 hp and are configured for four people, with capacity for up to five using an optional sleeping kit.
The Erwin Hymer Group's 'Innovation Camp' division in Baienfurt works on upgrading motorhomes and caravans. A team of three employees developed a structure for the Eriba Touring model that reduces its carbon footprint by 30–40% by replacing materials with biodegradable and recycled ones. They also created a lightweight trailer for towing with an electric vehicle, featuring transformable furniture and integrated solar panels.
THOR Industries has published its sustainability report for the fiscal year ended July 31, 2025. The report details a 36% reduction in global Scope 1 and 2 emissions compared to the 2019 baseline. Key initiatives include the launch of the electric motorhome Entegra Coach Embark and a 'zero-to-landfill' strategy at Erwin Hymer Group UK.
Motorhomes from Erwin Hymer Group built on Fiat Ducato (Euro 5 and 6) and Iveco Daily chassis are equipped with an illegal defeat device for exhaust cleaning. The device shuts down the system after 22 minutes of operation, allowing the vehicles to pass tests that last 20 minutes. Owners are advised to consult lawyers to check for possible compensation claims against Fiat.
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