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Pinnacle Campers of Boise, Idaho, has converted a Ford Transit 350 with all-wheel drive into a camper van. The 2026 model year base vehicle has a high roof and a 148-inch wheelbase, and features a transverse bed, a kitchen and a shower hidden under a seat. A Quigley Q-Lift and Bilstein suspension upgrade raise the ride height by two inches (about five centimetres). A 600-watt solar system and a Starlink antenna are mounted on the roof. The converted vehicle was offered for 154,500 US dollars (138,617 euros at the time).

Alliance RV has unveiled the 2027 Delta 252RL travel trailer for couples who travel for weeks at a time. It has two entry doors, a private bedroom, a solar package and large waste tanks.

White River Overland, a company based in Aspen, Colorado, has presented the Boreas camper van, a conversion of a 2024 all-wheel-drive Mercedes-Benz Sprinter with a 144-inch wheelbase. The vehicle features 17-inch Reika Rambler wheels with Falken Wildpeak all-terrain tyres, a Van Compass Stage 4.3 suspension kit with Falcon shocks, a 225 W solar array and a Starlink antenna. The interior includes a Murphy bed, a split kitchen with a fridge and microwave, a Laveo dry-flush toilet and a hidden shower. A 48 V power system provides 7.2 kWh of capacity with a 3,000 W inverter, and the freshwater tank holds 113 litres.

A Brazilian couple travelled through 10 African countries in a motorhome with rooftop solar panels and lithium batteries. Over a journey of about a year it needed a grid connection only about three times.

AEONrv, founded by software engineer Jim Ritchie and partner Lars Severin, has reached revenue of about $20 million. The motorhome is built on a petrol Ford Transit chassis with a fully electric living cell, solar panels, lithium batteries and Starlink connectivity. The entry model is priced at $229,500 and sold directly to customers without dealers, with about eight vehicles delivered per month. The company grew 4,231% over three years, ranked 66th on the Inc. 5000 list and has delivered more than 150 vehicles. The US motorhome market has fallen 43% since 2021, while AEONrv remains profitable.

Pablo Molina, 51, bought a 2007 Mercedes-Benz school bus and converted it into a motorhome called El Rutero. With his wife Marisa he plans to travel around Argentina without waiting for retirement.

The Rocket Farm, a proposed RV park about 30 miles from SpaceX's planned launch site in coastal Vermilion Parish, is advertising 17 RV spaces, including 14 for monthly rentals at $700 a month, marketed to contractors building the proposed $100 billion spaceport. The property offers full-hookup sites, metered electricity, pull-through pads and free Starlink Wi-Fi, but the land sale has not closed. The parish is considering a 50-space limit and privacy fencing requirements for RV parks bordering residential areas.

California-based ADF Sprinters of Simi Valley has converted a 2025 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 170 into the Moto Roamer camper van, designed to carry motocross bikes and accommodate a team during race weekends. The rear features an isolated garage with Rhino protective coating and L-track rails, while the cabin offers a jackknife sofa bed for two, a kitchen unit with an Isotherm 130 refrigerator and microwave, and an outdoor shower. The electrical system uses Victron components with a lithium bank exceeding 900 Ah (the specification lists 1350 Ah) and a 3000 W inverter; a Gree Eco Cool split system, Espar heater, Starlink antenna and onboard air compressor are also installed. Chassis upgrades include an ADF expedition roof rack, CA Tuned front bumper with Warn winch, Baja Designs lights, Van Compass suspension and BFGoodrich KO3 tires.

The Starlink Mini delivers satellite internet for motorhomes with download speeds of 100–150 Mbit/s, upload speeds of 15–20 Mbit/s and latency of 30–50 ms. The tablet-sized, 1.1 kg unit with integrated Wi-Fi can be set up in under five minutes, draws 25–40 W and runs from a 12 V system or a power station. The kit costs around 200 euros, a 100 GB travel plan about 40 euros per month and an unlimited plan around 89 euros; mobile plans can be paused monthly. Using it while driving above 100 km/h requires switching to the more expensive Priority plan.

Gone Mobile Vans, a Costa Mesa, California-based company, has revealed a camper van conversion based on a 2026 AWD Ford Transit with an extended 148-inch wheelbase and a high roof. The vehicle features 33-inch all-terrain tires, a QLift by Agile Offroad suspension lift adding 2 inches (5 centimeters) of ride height, and Van Compass and Bilstein suspension components. The roof carries an FVC Safari rack, a 50-inch KC Titan light bar, a Starlink antenna, a Fiamma F45S awning, and two 100 W solar panels. The interior includes a Lost Hiway galley with an induction cooktop and refrigerator, a fixed queen-size bed (60 by 80 inches / 152 by 203 centimeters) with a Murphy bed setup, a Wrappon Trekker toilet, and a Tetravan shower. Power is provided by a 10 kW EcoFlow Power Kit with a 3,600 W inverter, and plumbing includes a 24-gallon (91-liter) freshwater tank and a 16-gallon (60-liter) greywater tank.

Papago Vans, based in Mesa, Arizona, has unveiled a camper van built on a 2025 AWD Mercedes-Benz Sprinter with a 170-inch wheelbase. Off-road equipment includes Black Rhino Arsenal wheels, all-terrain tires, a Van Compass Stage 4.3 suspension kit, an FVC front bumper with a Warn winch, a 45-gallon (170-liter) extended-range fuel tank, two 200 W solar panels, a Starlink antenna, and a 50-inch LED light bar. The interior features bright Overt Green cabinetry, a stained wood ceiling, Addington Acacia LVP flooring, and white shiplap walls, with a kitchen that has a dual-burner induction stovetop, a 700 W microwave, an Isotherm Cruise 130 fridge, a bathroom with a shower and dry-flush toilet, a U-shaped couch, and an elevator bed. Power comes from a 920 Ah Epoch lithium battery bank and a 3,000 W inverter/charger; freshwater capacity is 20 gallons (75 liters).

A 2021 Ram ProMaster 2500 converted by Huntington Beach, California-based Campervans by Leo is for sale. The interior features a white tongue-and-groove ceiling, white laminated cabinetry, beige walls, and wood-imitating vinyl plank flooring. The bathroom has a shower with retractable door. The kitchen includes a two-burner induction stovetop, microwave, and deep stainless steel sink. A U-shaped couch with an electric lifting swivel table converts into a full-size bed. A smart TV, PlayStation 5, and Starlink are installed. The electrical system comprises a 560 Ah LiFePO4 battery, 3,000 W inverter, and 600 W solar array. Plumbing includes a 40-gallon (151-liter) freshwater tank, 36-gallon (136-liter) greywater tank, and Waterdrop reverse-osmosis filtration. A heater provides hot air and water. Price not disclosed.

Jim Dennedy uses a Newmar Canyon Star motorhome over 11 metres long to transport his daughter Juliette and her teammates to cyclocross races across the US. The interior is converted into a team truck with a rack for eight bikes, sleeping quarters for three riders, a kitchen, shower and workstations. Dennedy is fully self-sufficient with solar panels and Starlink internet. He makes about six out-of-state trips per year, sometimes driving 8–12 hours. He says the fuel costs are well worth it because the girls have become close friends.

In 2026, Papago Vans presented a camper van based on the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter AWD with a 4320 mm wheelbase, designed for remote work and off-grid travel. The vehicle features Black Rhino wheels with Nitto Grappler tires, an Agile Off-Road suspension upgrade with Fox shocks, a CAtuned front bumper, a Flatline Van Co. roof rack, Diode Dynamics light panels, a large awning, 400 W solar panels, and a WeBoost cell signal booster. The interior includes an office area with a curved monitor, a kitchen with an induction cooktop and refrigerator, a bathroom, a 152 by 203 cm bed, a StarLink satellite internet system, a 125-liter water tank, an Espar diesel heater, a Nomadic Cooling air conditioner, and BattleBorn batteries with a total capacity of 800 Ah, providing 4–5 days of off-grid autonomy.

Royal Elite Van Co., based in Nicholasville, Kentucky, has unveiled the Pilgrim, a camper van conversion built on a 2026 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 144 with a high roof, all-wheel drive, and a 2.0-liter diesel engine. The vehicle features a 12,000-pound winch, a roof rack with solar panels and Starlink equipment, and all-terrain tires. The interior includes Alcantara upholstery, leather seating, oak cabinetry, Italian tile, a pass-through bathroom, a kitchen with an induction cooktop, and a convertible rear lounge that sleeps two.

Newmar has announced that its 35th Anniversary Edition Dutch Star is now available for retail order through authorized Newmar dealers across North America. The limited-edition package adds exclusive exterior graphics and badging, a choice of two premium leather furniture packages (Founders Oak and Heritage Grey), and driver and passenger seats with embroidered 35th Anniversary insignia. Available on the 2027 Dutch Star lineup, the anniversary edition also includes new floorplan options, standard Starlink internet, standard dual Girard Nova patio awnings, a standard washer and dryer on select floorplans, and the Comfort Drive steering system. Dutch Star has been America's best-selling Class A diesel motor coach since 2021.

SITKA Gear and Scout Campers have unveiled the limited-edition SITKA x Scout Camper in SITKA's Optifade Open Country camouflage. Priced at $55,000, only 10 units will be available in the United States and Canada. The camper features a GORE-TEX upholstered interior, a heated gear locker, a custom Zarges bow mount, MOLLE panels, Richlite countertops, pre-wired Starlink Mini, Garmin Power Switch integration, a diesel heater, and Baja Designs lighting.

American manufacturer Boundless Recreation RV has presented its debut project — the luxury fifth wheel Boundless 320RL. The 2027 model is at the prototype stage.

UK-based Runaway Conversions has converted a Volkswagen Crafter 4Motion into the Quest camper van. The vehicle features a 20mm Altvan lift kit, all-terrain tires, a bullbar with two light pods, and a Mule roof rack with 600W solar panels and a StarLink antenna. The interior includes bamboo finishes, a kitchen with a 110-liter fridge and induction cooktop, a bathroom with shower and toilet, and a transverse bed. The 24V power system comprises two 460Ah Fogstar batteries and a 5,000W inverter; water tanks are 100 liters fresh and 60 liters grey. A Truma Combi heater enables year-round use.

inTech RV has unveiled the 2027 Sol Eclipse travel trailer, featuring a completely redesigned interior while retaining its all-aluminum welded chassis and cage construction. The trailer measures 19 feet (5.8 meters) in length, 8.6 feet (2.6 meters) in width, and offers 6.6 feet (2 meters) of headroom. Dry weight ranges from 3,700 to 4,100 lbs (1,678 to 1,860 kg), with a maximum permissible weight of 4,800 lbs (2,177 kg). The floorplan is strictly for couples, with no third berth option. Standard features include a 510-liter fridge, three-burner gas cooktop, microwave, FlexKing system that converts the dinette into a king bed, two solar ports, Starlink pass-through, and a 15,000-BTU AC. An optional slide-out outdoor kitchen is available. Starting MSRP is $50,260.