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Dacia Sandman: Hybrid Camper for €20,000 Industry © AUTOpro
RO Romania

Dacia Sandman: Hybrid Camper for €20,000

Dacia is preparing the Sandman, an affordable hybrid camper expected to cost around €20,000. The vehicle will feature a hybrid powertrain running on petrol and LPG, with an electric motor on the rear axle. Standard equipment includes fold-flat front seats, a folding table, and a sleep kit; optional extras include a mini-kitchen, toilet, and outdoor shower.

Source: AUTOpro RON
Tom Hanks' son gave up luxury and moved to a trailer park Lifestyle © filmnow.ro
US United States

Tom Hanks' son gave up luxury and moved to a trailer park

Chet Hanks, 35-year-old son of Tom Hanks and Rita Wilson, moved to a trailer park in Nashville, Tennessee to focus on his music career. He bought a Jayco Eagle motorhome after enjoying a stay in an Airstream in California. In an interview on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, Hanks said life in the park defies stereotypes: most residents are retirees, not young people, and the environment is safe. He also noted his motorhome has a kitchen and a separate shower.

Source: filmnow.ro RON
Conflict between anglers and motorhome owners on the Olt River in Sibiu Incidents © Ora de Sibiu
RO Romania

Conflict between anglers and motorhome owners on the Olt River in Sibiu

Motorhome owners have occupied the banks of the Olt River in the Sibiu area, installing toilets and setting up improvised camps. Anglers complain that public fishing areas have become inaccessible, while the fishing association states it lacks authority to regulate camping. During the fishing ban from April 9 to June 7, violators face fines up to 10,000 lei.

Source: Ora de Sibiu RON
Industry CN China

Chinese automaker patents built-in car toilet

Chinese company Seres has patented a toilet built under a car seat and activated by voice command. The device features a ventilation system, a waste tank, and a heating function to evaporate liquid. The patent was registered in April, but the manufacturer has not yet announced the release of vehicles with this feature.

Source: G4Media.ro RON
Easter Holidays on Wheels: Seaside Campgrounds Full of Tourists Choosing Freedom Over Hotels Lifestyle © stirileprotv.ro
RO Romania

Easter Holidays on Wheels: Seaside Campgrounds Full of Tourists Choosing Freedom Over Hotels

During Easter holidays, campgrounds on the Romanian coast are packed with tourists in motorhomes and caravans. A family pays around 100 lei per day for a spot with shower, playground, and electricity. According to ClubRv association, one campground hosted about 29 caravans and 80 people, including visitors from abroad. Tourists highlight cost savings compared to hotels and the flexibility of a free schedule.

Source: stirileprotv.ro RON
Caravans in Vietnam: a trend to 'travel to live' instead of 'travel to relax' Lifestyle © vietnam.vn
VN Vietnam 5

Caravans in Vietnam: a trend to 'travel to live' instead of 'travel to relax'

Caravan tours are gaining popularity in Vietnam amid rising airfare prices. Major international programs will be presented at the Ho Chi Minh City Tourism Festival in April 2026, integrating caravans into mainstream tourism.

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Lifestyle RO Romania

Motorhome Costs

A vacation with a motorhome involves higher costs than a regular holiday but comes with other advantages. This type of vacation is not for everyone.

Source: ziare.com RON
Sideway Plus: Polish Off-Road Caravan with Side Layout Industry © 32CARS
PL Poland

Sideway Plus: Polish Off-Road Caravan with Side Layout

Polish company Maturi has introduced the Sideway Plus caravan for off-grid travel. The key feature is a side-mounted kitchen module, unlike the traditional rear layout. The model is equipped with independent suspension, BFGoodrich all-terrain tires, a 150W solar panel, and a 100Ah battery. Weighing about 750 kg, it can be towed by most cars, with a base price starting from $26,700.

Source: 32CARS RON
Caravan catches fire in Huedin Incidents © ziarulfaclia.ro
RO Romania

Caravan catches fire in Huedin

Firefighters extinguished a burning caravan in the city of Huedin on the night of March 12, 2026. A man inside managed to self-evacuate but sustained minor burns and was hospitalized. According to the preliminary version of rescuers, the cause of the fire could have been negligence related to smoking.

Source: ziarulfaclia.ro RON

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