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A car trailer carrying gas cylinders, solar panels, batteries, and an electric bicycle caught fire while driving on Piłsudskiego Street in Lesko. Firefighters quickly extinguished the blaze, preventing an explosion of the cylinders and the fire from spreading to the towing vehicle. Police preliminary findings suggest the fire may have been caused by a short circuit in the e-bike battery. No injuries were reported.
A court in Kościerzyna has arrested a 39-year-old Ukrainian citizen for one month on charges of damaging the interior of a caravan in the rural commune of Kościerzyna. The damage is estimated at 1,000 PLN. The man faces charges of trespassing and property destruction, punishable by up to 5 years in prison.
Malaga-based Spanish studio Malapata Studio, which released the camper van customization simulator Camper Van: Make it Home a year ago, has announced a new game — Book Nook. It is a simulator for assembling a miniature book nook, where players place decorative elements step by step without time pressure. The game is currently confirmed only for PC, with a Steam page and demo already available.
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On the night of June 3–4, a caravan fire occurred in Poland. According to one source, it was in Kamienna Góra; according to another, in Jarkowice. No injuries reported.
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On the night of January 1, 2026, a caravan caught fire on a private plot in Jarkowice, Poland. Firefighters from PSP Kamienna Góra and volunteer units from Miśkowice, Jarkowice, and Lubawka responded. No injuries were reported.
In Poland, demand for campers is rising, but high prices (new from PLN 250,000, premium models up to PLN 1 million) make financing essential. Loans suit individuals who want ownership, while leasing benefits businesses that can deduct costs. When choosing, consider total cost of ownership, including insurance, maintenance, and fuel.
Polish company Lorries, part of the Stalko group, has introduced the MT2 trailer with a drop-down platform for motorcycle transport. The patented lifting and lowering mechanism allows loading without additional ramps. The trailer can be folded for storage in vertical or horizontal position. The model will be tested by Motovoyager during an adventure motorcycle comparison in the A2 category.
In Ślesin, Poland, campsites and camper van parking areas are already open, while beaches will open on July 1. Authorities report infrastructure preparations: beach cleaning, renovation of sanitary facilities at the marina, and plans to restart a cascade in the park that has been closed for years. Beaches will be guarded by lifeguards from July 1 to August 31. In Licheń, a camper van parking area leased to the local fire brigade has stopped generating losses and is now well-maintained.
Maxus has started taking orders in Poland for the eDeliver 7 AWD electric van. The model features a 204 hp electric motor with 330 Nm torque, accelerating to 100 km/h in 7.5 seconds. Battery options are 77 or 88 kWh, providing a range of up to 335 km. The starting price is 157,900 PLN net for 2026 models, including a five-year vehicle warranty and an eight-year warranty on the traction battery.
The Polish Sejm has passed amendments to the e-TOLL system, abandoning the calculation of road tolls based on the total permissible mass of the vehicle combination. The decisive factor will now be the mass of the towing vehicle alone, with a threshold of 3.5 tonnes. This will exempt drivers of pickups, motorhomes, and passenger cars with trailers from e-TOLL, even if the combined mass exceeds 3.5 tonnes. The bill has been sent to the Senate and awaits the president's signature.
Polish authorities are preparing a change to the e-TOLL system, exempting private vehicles with a gross weight of up to 3.5 tons towing caravans, boat trailers, or private flatbeds from road tolls. The bill has already been approved by the Sejm, pending a Senate vote and presidential signature. The government aims to implement the change before June 27, 2026.
The Polish Sejm passed a bill eliminating the mandatory e-TOLL road fee for passenger cars towing a trailer, provided the towing vehicle's gross vehicle weight (GVW) does not exceed 3.5 tonnes. Previously, the fee applied when the combined GVW of the vehicle and trailer exceeded 3.5 tonnes. The new rules do not apply to toll motorways managed by concessionaires, where higher rates for vehicle-trailer combinations remain in effect.
The Polish Sejm passed a bill exempting a new group of drivers from tolls on national roads, including highways and expressways. The amendment covers passenger cars and light vans towing trailers, such as caravans, for private use. The decisive factor will be the weight of the towing vehicle alone. The bill now moves to the Senate.
Katarzyna and Robert Traczyk, who travel with their sons as The Big Five Family, discussed their transition to motorhome life on the show 'halo tu polsat'. They highlighted the use of portable solar panels for power and efficient water management.
From June 3 to 7, 2026, the international caravanning rally Bajkowy Zlot ACK u Ducha Gór will take place at the Stawy Marcowe campsite in Głuszyca. The event includes the 2nd round of the PZM Caravanning Championships and the PZM Youth Competition, along with sports activities, first aid workshops, and gas system inspections. Participation costs PLN 800 per crew (up to 2 adults and 2 children), with a reduced fee of PLN 700 for AK-K members. The rally is limited to 150 crews.
Toyota Professional registered 16,307 vehicles in Poland in 2024, a 34% increase year-on-year, becoming the leader in both passenger and commercial segments for the first time since 1999. The Proace Max Tanuki camper, priced from PLN 459,900, offers full conversion with up to five berths. The LCV market is seeing growing demand for electric vans, especially for urban logistics and fixed routes, while diesel remains viable for long distances and heavy loads.
The Polish Sejm has passed an amendment to the Public Roads Act, exempting passenger cars and light commercial vehicles towing trailers (including caravans, boat trailers, and car transporters for private use) from tolls on national roads. Previously, tolls applied if the combined weight of the vehicle and trailer exceeded 3.5 tonnes; now only the weight of the towing vehicle matters. The bill has been sent to the Senate.
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The Polish Sejm passed a law exempting passenger cars and vans towing caravans from tolls on national roads, even if the total weight of the combination exceeds 3.5 tonnes. Previously, such vehicles were treated as trucks and subject to e-toll fees of up to 300 zlotys. The change takes effect before summer holidays and applies to foreign vehicles.
Volkswagen has introduced the new generation of the compact camper van California, based on the Multivan T7. The model features a pop-up roof, a full kitchen unit, and a plug-in hybrid eHybrid drivetrain with 4MOTION all-wheel drive. The vehicle height is approximately 1990 mm, allowing access to underground parking. The lineup also includes the Caddy California and the Grand California with a shower and toilet.
Toyota Poland introduced the Proace Max Tanuki camper van on April 23, 2026, based on the Proace Max LCV. It sleeps up to five, includes a toilet, shower, kitchen, and an optional pop-up roof. Dimensions: length 5990 mm (6360 mm long version), height 2640 mm. Powered by a 2.2L diesel with 180 hp (8-speed auto) or 140 hp (6-speed manual). Price starts at PLN 459,900 (approx. €107,000).
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