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Weekly Digest #16 · 13–19 April © AI · OpenVan.camp
Lifestyle 3 days ago
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Weekly Digest #16 · 13–19 April

Almería is putting up physical barriers to keep motorhomers off its former fairground — while Turkey simply evicts them from the beach. Lightship is quadrupling its electric-caravan factory in Colorado, even as 50% of Italian motorhome renters turn out to be under 35. Plus 800 kg of hashish in a motorhome at the Spanish border, Anker's 800 W charger running off the alternator, and Carstay as the mobile HQ of a Tokyo festival — all in this issue.

Georgia — A Complete Guide to Motorhome Travel © RVrent.ge
Lifestyle GE Georgia 18.03.2026
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Georgia — A Complete Guide to Motorhome Travel

From the Black Sea coast to the snow-capped peaks of the Caucasus in a single day — Georgia surprises caravanners at every turn. Mountain switchbacks, ancient monasteries, family wineries, and overnight stays by mountain rivers — all of this awaits right outside your motorhome window. Where to go, where to park for the night, and how to rent a camper right in Tbilisi.

Weekly Digest #15 · April 6–12 © AI · OpenVan.camp
Lifestyle 13.04.2026
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Weekly Digest #15 · April 6–12

Spain introduced new road sign S-128 and banned camper vans from parking near beaches. Germany responded with a 3.82-metre electric camper van — fits anywhere, furniture not included. JAL now rents out motorhomes from Narita with miles earned per rental. Storm Ali blowing a traveller's caravan off an Irish cliff, and the Outbound demo for PS5 — all in this issue.

Lifestyle RU Russia 13.04.2026

Moscow resident has lived in a van for 15 years

A Moscow engineer has adapted a van for year-round living, using it for 15 years for nature trips and commuting to work. He equipped the camper van with a homemade bed, sink, and portable shower, reducing accommodation costs. The man primarily uses his apartment as a storage space for equipment.

Builds RU Russia 6 days ago 6

Motorhome based on Trofim pickup truck listed for sale in Moscow

A motorhome built on a Trofim pickup truck chassis has been listed for sale on Drom for 2.69 million rubles. The 4.1-meter living module is equipped with sleeping for four, a shower, toilet, kitchen, and a 500W solar panel. The vehicle has 75,000 km mileage, and its conversion is legally registered as a motorhome.

Lifestyle DE Germany 07.04.2026

Motorhome and tent enthusiasts set a record in Germany

In 2025, Germany recorded a record number of overnight stays in campsites — nearly 44.7 million, which is 4.2% more than in 2024. The most popular regions were the Baltic Sea coast in Schleswig-Holstein (3.5 million overnight stays), the Black Forest (2.6 million), and the North Sea coast in Lower Saxony (2 million). The cost of pitches for motorhomes has increased by 32.2% since 2020.

Industry RU Russia 10.04.2026 2

Toy Factory to launch sales of two LAIKA Ecovip Titanio motorhomes

Toy Factory will present only two units of LAIKA Ecovip Titanio L 3019 and 2009 motorhomes. The L 3019 model, approximately 7 meters long, accommodates 4 passengers and 5 sleeping berths, while the L 2009, 6.6 meters long, accommodates 4 passengers and 3 sleeping berths. The vehicles will be displayed at AUTOMOBILE COUNCIL 2026 and Motorhome Collection exhibitions in April 2026.

Industry ES Spain 06.04.2026

Camper based on Dacia Dokker

The Spanish company Camperiz has introduced a camper based on the Dacia Dokker, priced from 19,995 euros. The vehicle is equipped with a kitchen featuring a stove and sink, a refrigerator, a portable toilet, a heater and air conditioning, and includes a double bed and the option to install a roof tent.

Weekly Digest #14 · March 30–April 5 © AI · OpenVan.camp
Lifestyle 06.04.2026
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Weekly Digest #14 · March 30–April 5

ARI Motors released a camper van the size of a regular van — and it's now Germany's smallest production electric camper at €30,000. JAL decided its passengers hadn't traveled enough and offered a sequel: a motorhome pickup straight from Narita. The lawsuit against Stellantis over "cheat" diesel software, a yellow DHL van in the hands of a retiree, and 413 million campsite overnight stays across Europe — all in this issue.

Builds FR France 05.04.2026

Upside-Down House: Miniature Wheeled Home for French Mountains

French studio Lou Tiny House has developed the compact mobile home Véronique, measuring 5.8 meters in length on a two-axle trailer. The house features an upside-down layout with a living room on the second level and a bedroom below, and utilizes a solar heating system and a cooling cabinet with natural ventilation. The unit has already been delivered to the Cantal mountain region in France.

Industry DE Germany 04.04.2026

Compact Electric Camper Ari 458 Pro

German company Ari Motors has introduced a camper based on the Ari 458 Pro van, positioned as one of the most compact in Europe. It is 3.82 meters long, equipped with a 15 kW electric motor, and offered as an empty module with basic utility infrastructure starting at €30,381.

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