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Webasto is a German brand of auxiliary heaters; in van life it usually refers to a diesel air or coolant heater installed in a van or motorhome.
→ GlossaryThree compact caravans are positioned as suitable for use in sub-zero temperatures. Prices: Kip Shelter Plus from 26,600 euros, HeroCamper Livingstone around 27,550 euros, Mink around 23,000 euros.
French manufacturer Antilope Van has announced two new campervan ranges based on the Renault Trafic: Flex 2 and Flex 3. The models are aimed at travellers and are priced from €44,900 and €52,900 respectively. The Flex 2 is 1.98 m tall and includes a 60 Ah lithium battery, 200 W solar panel, 1200 W inverter, 30 L fridge and toilet. The Flex 3 features a pop-up roof providing 2.20 m of interior height and comes with a 60 L fresh water tank and a 2000 W Webasto heater as standard. Confort versions add a diesel heater, hot water and extended autonomy of up to 5 days. Production takes place in Brittany.
Toyota España has expanded its Proace Verso Camper range with the new Nomad Plus Home trim level. The model is available with two diesel engines: 1.5 and 2.0 litres producing 120 and 150 hp respectively. Prices start at €45,683 plus taxes. Equipment includes a pop-up roof with panoramic front opening, a 2×1.3 m bed with ergonomic slatted base and mattress, an electric shower with 12-litre tank, a 40-litre fridge, a removable kitchen module with sink, a 100 Ah auxiliary battery, a Webasto diesel heater, an external 220V socket, an awning, a bike rack, and indoor/outdoor table and chairs.
CamperCas has unveiled the MAN TGE Adrenaline camper based on a 4x4 chassis. The model is available in Spain from 37,900 euros and accommodates four people. Equipment includes a bathroom with shower, Dometic kitchen, 70-liter fridge, two 120W solar panels, a 275Ah battery and a Webasto heater.
The article presents new accessories for motorhomes, including the Qbo ONE coffee machine from Tchibo for 39 euros, the Webasto Air Top Pro 25 heater, the NLS Flat Air 130 Wp solar panel from 549 euros, the PUSHrack V3 bike carrier for 180 euros, the Outwell Cross PowerAir inflatable awning for 1200 euros, the Megasat Camper Connected 5G router, the Invoxia GPS Tracker Pro Max for 179 euros, the Galaxy Buds4 Pro headphones with anti-motion sickness function, and the Thermacell HALO MINI mosquito repellent from 54.95 euros.
The Great Wall Poer 2023 motorhome has been introduced in Russia, featuring a 2.0-liter diesel engine (163 hp), automatic transmission, and all-wheel drive. It includes 560 Ah lithium batteries, 400 W solar panels, a 3000 W inverter, Dometic air conditioning, Webasto heating and water heater, a 152-liter refrigerator, and a Thetford toilet. The price for a used unit is 5,500,000 rubles.
The Flex Confort PLUS campervan, based on the Renault Trafic L1H1, has been unveiled. It offers four homologated seats (two removable rear Isofix seats) and four berths: a 190×130 cm bed in the pop-up roof and a 195×130 cm pull-out lower bed, which can only be deployed when the rear seats are removed. Its height is under 2 metres, allowing access to urban car parks and Class 1 toll rates. Camping equipment includes a kitchen with a 30-litre compressor fridge, a 100 Ah lithium battery, a 200 W solar panel, a 1200 W inverter, a Webasto 2000 W heater, 40 litres of fresh water and 20 litres of waste water. The price is 55,900 euros; the automatic transmission costs an extra 3,800 euros, and metallic paint is 1,500 euros.
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.
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At the 27th Shanghai RV and Camping Show, Maxus unveiled the 10th Anniversary Edition of its Traveler V90 motorhome. The vehicle features a 2.0L SAIC π turbo diesel engine with 375 Nm of torque and a Punch 6-speed automatic transmission. It includes a 48V electrical system with a 10 kWh battery and 4 kW inverter, a 5 kW Webasto diesel heater, a 150L fresh water tank, and E0-grade interior materials. The show runs from August 22 to 24, 2026, at the Shanghai Automobile Exhibition Center.
Maxus presented the anniversary Camper V90 (Traveler V90) at a Shanghai show: 2.0T diesel, 6-speed auto, 48V system, Webasto heater.
A fully equipped 2019 Mercedes Sprinter 170 2500 4×4, named 'Code Blue', has been presented in Germany for year-round travel. The vehicle features a 170-inch wheelbase (about 4.32 m), full insulation with New Zealand wool and Lizard Skin coating, a 600 Ah lithium battery (7.2 kWh), 300 W solar panels, and a 3000 W inverter. Inside, it has swivel Scheel-Mann seats, a kitchen with a Webasto diesel hob, a shower with teak floor, a 16,000 BTU heating system (about 4.7 kW), and heated floors. Exterior upgrades include 3M wrap, Flarespace flares, Roambuilt Safari 2.0 roof rack, and underbody protection. The complete vehicle is priced at $275,000.
German manufacturer Westfalia unveiled the compact camper Kipling 2026 based on the Ford Transit/Tourneo Custom. It offers 2.0 EcoBlue diesels (136 and 170 hp), optional all-wheel drive, and a fixed bathroom. Prices start at €68,190.
After her divorce, Eva sold everything and converted a 2016 Chevrolet Express 3500 van into a motorhome named Betti for about €30,500. With a friend's help, she completed the main work in six weekends, including insulation, wiring, and a cab-to-living-area door. The total budget, including the van, reached around $35,000. The motorhome features 400W solar panels, two Jackery batteries, a kitchen with 68 liters of water, a fridge, Webasto heating, and a dry toilet.
At the Tokyo Camping Car Show 2026, Nissan Peas Field Craft presented the Brillante camper conversion based on the Nissan Caravan Super Long. It features a 100V household air conditioner, Webasto heater, large roof vent, and a multi-purpose room with shower and optional portable toilet. The sleeping area measures 1500×1830 mm, formed by folding the sofa and opposite seat. Interior height is 2400 mm.
At the Tokyo Camping Car Show 2026, Route Six unveiled the Conffy II POP, a converted Daihatsu Atrai with a pop-up roof that adds two sleeping berths. The standard Conffy seats four passengers but only two can sleep; the pop-up section solves this. The camper features a 200 Ah lithium iron phosphate battery, 12-volt air conditioning, Webasto heater, 1000-watt inverter, and external power hookup. Three interior variants are available; the show model is the Conffy II with pop-up roof.
On July 11–12, 2026, the Tokyo Camper Show 2026 was held at Tokyo Big Sight, featuring a record 100 companies and 238 vehicles. Route Six from Mito presented the CONFFY model based on the Daihatsu Atrai/Hijet Cargo, featuring triple ceiling insulation, door and floor insulation, a built-in Webasto FF heater, and a 12V air conditioner. Power is supplied by a lithium-ion battery and a roof-mounted solar panel (optionally replaceable with a pop-up roof for 990,000 yen). Three layouts are available: CONFFY 1 (4-section mattress, outdoor table), CONFFY 2 (sink, table with adjustable poles), and CONFFY 3 (6-section mattress, largest sleeping area). Prices for the Atrai RS Turbo base: CONFFY 1 — 4,213,000 yen (2WD) / 4,367,000 yen (4WD), CONFFY 2/3 — 4,488,000 yen (2WD) / 4,642,000 yen (4WD). The show model CONFFY 2 POP with options was priced at 5,483,500 yen.
Japanese company Route Six presented the Conffy II POP camper based on the Daihatsu Atrai at the Tokyo Camping Car Show 2026. The standard version has two sleeping berths, and a pop-up roof adds two more. The vehicle is equipped with a 200 Ah lithium iron phosphate battery, a 12V air conditioner, a Webasto fuel heater, and a 1000 W inverter. Three interior layouts are offered: Conffy I with a low bed and a removable table, Conffy II with facing seats and a sink, and Conffy III with a wide bed and a six-section mattress. The pop-up roof and additional options significantly increase the price.
At Tokyo Camping Car Show 2026, Route Six showed the CONFFY camper based on Daihatsu Atrai/Hijet Cargo, featuring a pop-up roof, three layouts, and prices from 4,213,000 yen.
Vanspeed has converted a 2024 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 with 2,700 miles into a ready-to-go camper. Features include roof solar panels, Starlink satellite internet, 400 Ah lithium battery, Webasto diesel heater, Dometic air conditioning, kitchen with sink and stove, sleeping area with storage. Exterior upgrades include matte green vinyl wrap, Baja bumper, Dakar-style roof rack, winch, 17-inch Black Rhino wheels with BFGoodrich tires. The vehicle is listed for sale in Texas with a Carfax report noting minor damage to the rear and left side in October 2024.
Chausson, part of the Trigano Group, has unveiled the 640 Ultimate Line, a semi-integrated motorhome on a Fiat Ducato chassis measuring 696 cm. Designed primarily for couples, it features a maxi living area, an electric drop-down bed (190×160 cm), a pass-through bathroom, and a rear garage with asymmetric doors. Standard equipment includes cab air conditioning, ADAS safety systems, Connect pack, Webasto diesel heating, and all-season tires.