GAZon truck collides with motorhome on Oktyabrsky Prospekt
A GAZon truck collided with a motorhome on Oktyabrsky Prospekt in Velikiye Luki. No injuries have been reported. Those involved are waiting for traffic police to arrive.
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Video about motorhomes from old IVECO Daily 2 (Part 3)
A blogger on Drive2 shares observations about converting the second-generation IVECO Daily into motorhomes. He notes that the model was produced in various countries, including Italy and Brazil, where it remains popular for such projects. In 2026, enthusiasts continue to build campers based on this vehicle, using various modifications: changing door placement, sliders, expanders, and roof racks. The author also highlights the boldness of owners who are not afraid to modify vehicles despite legal risks.
Baranov family from Ryazan travels across Russia in a motorhome
Pavel and Elena Baranov from Ryazan, together with their daughter Diana, have been traveling across Russia for two years in a car with a caravan. They have visited Murom, Nizhny Novgorod, North Ossetia, and Sochi. The caravan is equipped with solar panels, a battery, and a generator for electricity, but requires constant monitoring of water supply. The family has explored 42 regions of Russia and several countries, spending a month in Sochi last year. According to the National Association of Motor Tourism and Caravanning, there are 35,000 to 40,000 motorhomes in Russia, and rental demand has increased by 15%.
St. Petersburg entrepreneurs build motorhome based on MAN TGS for 40 million rubles
Three entrepreneurs from St. Petersburg converted a MAN TGS 41.510 truck into a motorhome worth about 40 million rubles. The project features high autonomy: a 1,500-liter water tank, 2,000 Ah batteries, and solar panels. The travel route covered about 20,000 km from Nizhny Novgorod through Central Asia to Turkey.
Isuzu Elf 2026: new alcove motorhome with 5.2L diesel and all-wheel drive
A new Isuzu Elf 2026 alcove motorhome has been listed for sale in Yekaterinburg. It features a 5.2L diesel engine (190 hp), automatic transmission, and all-wheel drive. Equipment includes a Midea ducted air conditioner, Webasto diesel heater, Haier 8 kg washer-dryer, six-camera surveillance system, and a keypad door lock. The price in Blagoveshchensk is about 15.4 million rubles including VAT and recycling fee.
Expedition motorhome based on Mercedes-Benz Unimog 4023 unveiled in Russia
Volgatrade has introduced an expedition motorhome built on a Mercedes-Benz Unimog 4023 chassis. The vehicle features a pendulum subframe, three 150 Ah lithium iron phosphate batteries, 900 W of solar panels, and a petrol generator. Water capacity includes 400 litres of fresh, 100 litres of grey, and 70 litres of black water. Price is 15 million rubles.
Number of motorhome owners grows in Tatarstan
Tatarstan now has about 2,000 motorhome owners, a 25% increase over the past year. Infrastructure for caravanning is emerging: a campsite for 15 motorhomes operates in Bavly, and in Aznakayevo the company Petsun has started serial production of travel trailers, manufacturing about 450 units. The price of basic models has been reduced to 450,000 rubles by offering them without full furnishings.
Businessmen from Yekaterinburg build luxury motorhome on MAN TGS for trip to Turkey
Three entrepreneurs from Yekaterinburg commissioned a custom MAN TGS 41.510 8×8 truck for 40 million rubles, equipping it with all amenities for a long journey. The vehicle, built over a year, includes a kitchen, living room, bedroom, shower, toilet, pull-out terrace, and a rooftop tent. It carries 1,500 liters of water, 2,000 Ah batteries, solar panels, a washing machine, and a dishwasher. The owners plan to cover over 20,000 km through Central Asia, with a detour to see cities in the Central Federal District and natural attractions.
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Three businessmen from Yekaterinburg build motorhome from MAN truck and head to Turkey
Three residents of Yekaterinburg converted a MAN TGS 41.510 8×8 truck into a motorhome. Construction took over a year and cost 40 million rubles. The interior includes a kitchen, living room, bedroom, shower, toilet, pull-out terrace, and a rooftop tent. It carries 1,500 liters of water, solar panels, a washing machine, and a dishwasher. The route goes through Central Asian countries.
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How much does it cost to buy or rent a motorhome in 2026
Sergey Lobarev, head of the National Association of Motor Tourism and Caravanning, said a new motorhome in Russia costs from 7 million rubles, rental — 20–30 thousand rubles per day.
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Buying a motorhome in Russia will cost from 7 million rubles
Sergey Lobarev, head of the National Association of Motor Tourism, said at the Dikorosy forum in Novosibirsk that the minimum cost of buying a motorhome in Russia is 7 million rubles, and renting for a family of four is 20,000–30,000 rubles per day. Mass production is absent, but over 100 organizations are engaged in vehicle conversion; a used option with a trailer can be purchased for 1 million rubles. About 85% of respondents would buy a motorhome if the price were affordable. Russia has 35,000–40,000 such vehicles, while Europe has over 5 million with a developed network of campsites.
Gorodets becomes stop on motorhome festival route
The town of Gorodets has been included in the route of the family motorhome festival "Blago Fest". The festival runs from July 3 to 12 in the Vladimir and Nizhny Novgorod regions, timed to the Day of Family, Love and Faithfulness. Over 11 days, participants will cover more than 300 km, visiting eight cities and over 30 cultural heritage sites. The route includes Murom, Pavlovo, Vorsma, Bogorodsk, Nizhny Novgorod, Bor, Semyonov and Gorodets, as well as an ethnic program at the eco-aul "Dzhailyau". Gorodets District head Alexander Mudrov said the municipality sees motorhome tourism as a new direction for developing tourist flow.
Ex-State Duma deputy wins millions from Kostya Tszyu's coach over wrecked motorhome
The Sverdlovsk Regional Court upheld a ruling ordering boxing coach Vladimir Chernya to pay 6.5 million rubles to former State Duma deputy Vladimir Taskayev. Taskayev's Adria Matrix motorhome, driven by Chernya, crossed into oncoming traffic and collided with a truck. Taskayev initially sought 9.2 million rubles, but the court reduced the amount due to Chernya's financial situation and disability.
Haval H9 as a home on wheels. A week of living in the car
An owner drove a Haval H9 4,800 km across the Kola Peninsula, using the vehicle as accommodation. Over 87 hours of driving, average fuel consumption was 11.4 L/100 km. Sleeping arrangements involved a self-inflating mattress, and the kitchen was stored in three plastic boxes. A folding table on the tailgate proved the most useful accessory. Drawbacks included the mattress sliding due to the floor slope and the need for a firm slam to close the tailgate.
Workshop for producing motorhomes opens in Altai with state support
A workshop for manufacturing and upgrading travel trailers has opened in the village of Zudilovo, Altai Krai. Local resident Ekaterina Voronkova signed a social contract under the national project 'Family' and used the 350,000 rubles to purchase equipment. The workshop produces, repairs, and services travel trailers; the first order has already been completed.
Experts Reveal Hidden Costs of Motorhome Ownership
Motorhome owners in Russia face recurring expenses for maintenance, repairs, and storage, with vehicles depreciating quickly and renters often causing damage. A basic motorhome costs between 1.5 and 2 million rubles, losing significant value in the first year. Daily rental rates range from 5,000 to 23,000 rubles, eliminating taxes, insurance, and storage costs, but purchase is only justified for long trips. Short-term rentals can yield 20–25% annual returns with a payback period of 3–5 years, but the business requires constant owner involvement and carries high risks.
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Prices for RVs in Russia: purchase, rental and savings
Prices for buying and renting RVs in Russia have been revealed. The most affordable option is Russian camper trailers from 590,000 rubles, new self-propelled motorhomes cost from 7 to 13 million rubles. Rent ranges from 5,000 to 30,000 rubles per day.
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RV: Rent or Buy – Which Is More Cost-Effective for Travel
Experts compared the costs of renting and buying an RV in Russia. Renting starts at 5,000 rubles per day, buying from 1.5–2 million rubles. Renting out can yield income but requires active involvement.
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New Verso camper gets 2.7 diesel with 150 hp, automatic transmission and six berths
Sollers and ST Nizhegorodets have introduced the Verso camper built on the Sollers SF5 van chassis. The vehicle is 7100 mm long and 3250 mm high. It is powered by a 2.7-liter diesel engine producing 150 hp, paired with a 6-speed automatic transmission. The living module includes two 2000x1400 mm beds, a kitchen, shower and toilet, with 100 liters of fresh water and 80 liters of grey water capacity. The price is 6.95 million rubles; the vehicle is undergoing certification.
UAZ Bukhanka converted into a motorhome for €42,500
A 2021 UAZ Bukhanka has been converted into a full-fledged motorhome for long-distance travel. The vehicle features a pop-up roof with a sleeping area, a slide-out kitchen, a solar panel, and an auxiliary battery. The project is valued at €42,500 (approximately 3.8 million rubles) on the European market.