Ford Transit
German tuner Loder1899 has converted a Ford Transit Custom AWD into an expedition camper. The build includes an 80 mm suspension lift, 18-inch Hanma wheels with 255/55 R18 Loder AT1 all-terrain tires, a tubular front bumper with two PIAA LED lights, wide fender flares, and a roof platform with a hard-shell rooftop tent, ladder, storage boxes, full-size spare wheel, and PIAA auxiliary lights. The factory all-wheel drive is retained.
Italian motorhome maker Rimor has unveiled the Édition Limitée series of 60 numbered Ford Transit-based models from €65,900, marking the 60th anniversary of the Salon des Véhicules de Loisirs.
Yonkers Times published a list of seven camper van accessories aimed at frequent travelers. The list includes a quality roof rack, camper van windows, a portable power station, all-weather floor mats, awnings, interior storage solutions, and small convenience accessories such as cupholder trays and folding table tops. It notes that model-specific accessories, such as Ford Transit accessories or Sprinter windows, can improve functionality and comfort. The article advises focusing on durable, practical additions rather than buying everything at once.
Ford has discontinued the Transit Nugget campervan in the UK due to slow sales. The model, built with Westfalia, continues to be sold in left-hand-drive markets on the continent. It is still listed on Ford's website from £63,150 excluding VAT but no longer appears in the configurator, and orders are subject to available stock.
A caravan was stolen from New Ground car park on Portland at around 3:20am Sunday. A white Ford Transit panel van towed it towards Weymouth.
SlashGear has published a roundup of five campers and RVs intended for full-time living. The list includes the Paradigm Longhorn van conversion based on a Ford Transit (from $72,965), the Jayco Greyhawk Class C motorhome on a Ford E-450 chassis (under $200,000), the Winnebago ARKA adventure truck based on a Ram pickup (from $330,000), the Crossroads Hampton trailer (from $100,000), and the Newmar Dutch Star Class A motorhome (from $618,570).
Ford has unveiled the Transit Custom Nugget Plus camper, developed with Westfalia. The roof extends to a maximum height of 2.4 metres, 37 centimetres more than the standard variant. The interior includes a kitchen and living area with a dining table, a second-row bench for three passengers that converts into a bed, and a double bed in the upper section. Two power outputs are available for the 2.0 EcoBlue engine: 130 or 185 hp. First deliveries are scheduled for the first quarter of 2021.
Toyota has unveiled the Tacozilla project, a camper based on the Tacoma TRD Sport pickup with a manual transmission, inspired by Chinook models of the 1970s–80s. The premiere is planned for the SEMA Show. The preliminary layout includes a sleeping area above the cab, a small kitchen, a dining area and a bathroom; the model will be more compact than traditional American motorhomes. The project is at the prototype stage. Chinook RV was founded in 1938, closed in 2005, revived in 2013 and produces motorhomes based on Mercedes Sprinter and Ford Transit, as well as travel trailers.
The Hunker Pod is a slide-in camper module that fits into a cargo van, converting it into a full-size camper. It costs $32,995 and is compatible exclusively with 159-inch wheelbase Ram ProMaster vans from model year 2014 or newer. Installation takes about an hour at the company's facility in Denver, Colorado, and requires no permanent modifications. The Pod is secured with bolts to the van's factory inserts, allowing it to be removed and the van returned to cargo use. Hunker says versions for the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter and Ford Transit are in development.
Paradigm Van Conversions, based in Denver, Colorado, has unveiled the Longhorn, a camper van conversion built on an extended-wheelbase Ford Transit. The rear living area can be transformed: two aircraft-grade aluminum Code 7 platforms on vertical tracks fold down into two beds with 4-inch (10 cm) memory foam mattresses or are removed to create cargo space, including room for a motorcycle. Each platform supports up to 400 lb (181 kg) while weighing 39 lb (17 kg). The electrical system includes a 400 Ah battery bank, a 3,000 W inverter, and a 500 W solar panel; the Dometic RTX 200 A/C can run for up to 16 hours. An Espar air heater draws fuel from the vehicle's tank. The kitchen has an 85-liter fridge and two 5-gallon (19-liter) water canisters.
Roller Team has unveiled the Kronos Fit 235 TL, the shortest model in the Kronos Fit range at 5.99 metres long and 2.15 metres wide, built on a Ford Transit and homologated for four occupants. Instead of a rear garage, it uses a pull-out platform for a scooter or two e-bikes. The maximum permissible weight remains 3,500 kg, requiring careful accounting of optional equipment and payload. German magazine Promobil estimated in April 2026 a starting price below €70,000, while a French price list quotes €63,991 for the 165 hp version; no official Dutch price for the 2027 model has been published.
Dorset Police have released an image of a caravan stolen on Portland. The caravan was taken at around 3:20am on Sunday 20 September 2026 from New Ground car park. A white Ford Transit panel van reportedly towed it towards Weymouth. The caravan is described as a white Bailey Pursuit with three blue horizontal stripes on each side, a TRUMA air-conditioning unit on top, and a missing front left indicator light. Police are appealing for anyone with information to come forward.
At the Caravan Salon in Düsseldorf, Ebicos presented the Happy Dreamer, a modular camping system that converts a small van into a camper. The collapsible sleeper pod measures 120 x 130 x 28 cm and weighs 60 kg; it mounts on the van's tailgate and unfolds into a double bed up to 210 x 160 cm. It is compatible with Volkswagen Transporter, Caddy, Ford Transit Custom, Peugeot Partner and others. The Happy Dreamer costs €6,250, the Happy Cook kitchen module €1,250, and the electric version €9,990. A complete build in a 2018 Volkswagen T6 is priced at €33,540. Production is in Rothenburg, Germany, with a three-year warranty.
Hymer subsidiary Sunlight has unveiled the UNLTD series of four semi-integrated motorhomes based on the Ford Transit. The T 7003 S and T 7033 P measure 7 metres, while the T 7433 S and T 7433 Q are 7.40 metres long. A large rear garage accommodates bikes, surfboards or skis. Prices start at 65,999 euros for the T 7003 S.
The new Swift Voyager 584 motorhome, based on a Ford Transit, offers a blend of luxury and value, according to Nick Harding. The 584 model features a fixed single beds and large garage floorplan, popular in Europe, and is priced from £67,495. It is a full four-berth, but the target audience is likely couples who might occasionally take grandchildren. The coachbuilt bodywork is wood-free with GRP panels and Styrofoam insulation, backed by a 10-year warranty. The Winter Pack, including heated underslung water tanks and en-route heating, is standard. The Ford 155bhp engine provides ample power; the automatic transmission option costs £1,795 and reduces payload by 53kg to 371kg. Standard cab features include air conditioning, tyre pressure monitoring, reversing camera, and a Zenec Xzent infotainment system with 9in touchscreen. Options include a microwave pre-fitting at £185 and a Thule two-bike rack at £315.
Bristol-based Project Van Rambo Ltd has converted a 2007 Ford Transit MWB Hightop into a camper van named August, using reclaimed and recycled materials. The vehicle, which had covered 160,000 miles (257,495 km) when purchased, received extensive mechanical repairs and a repaint in Chinese Green Tea. The interior includes reclaimed birch ply walls, upcycled Amtico vinyl flooring, and a handcrafted kitchen with a copper sink and two-hob gas stove. The seating area converts into a bed for up to three people.
Forest River announced two Class B camper van lines: Ford Lucent and Ram Sommar. Debut at Hershey RV Show on September 16.
Roller Team has introduced the Kronos Fit 235 TL, a compact low-profile motorhome based on the Ford Transit. Measuring 5.99 meters in length and 2.15 meters in width, it is powered by a 130-hp engine with a manual transmission. The interior features a front lounge, an electric drop-down bed, a central kitchen, and a rear bathroom. An optional factory-fitted motorcycle carrier is available. With a maximum authorized mass of 3,500 kg, it can be driven with a standard car license in most European countries. Pricing is expected to start at around €63,790.
Vantra, a Wilmington, North Carolina-based company, has put its Aire Plus camper conversion on sale. The vehicle is based on a 2026 AWD Ford Transit with a high roof and a 148-inch wheelbase. The conversion package starts at $43,500 (€37,455) excluding the base vehicle, while the complete unit is priced at $125,000 (€107,629). It features a 10kWh Bluetti power system, a 24-gallon (91-liter) freshwater tank, a 12V heater, a 48V Velit A/C, a kitchen with an induction stove and fridge, and an east-west bed.
Gone Mobile Vans, a Costa Mesa, California-based company, has presented a camper van build based on a 2026 AWD Ford Transit with a high roof. The build costs between $75,000 and $95,000 depending on final specifications. The van features a 2-inch lift, Falken Wildpeak all-terrain tires, and off-road components from Transit Offroad. The interior includes an east-west queen-size bed, a kitchen with an 85-liter fridge, a second 48-liter fridge, a 12 kW EcoFlow power system with three batteries, and a 24-gallon freshwater tank.