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Law & Regulations TR Turkey 6 days ago

Turkish authorities order recall of Ocean Steel caravans over missing type approval

Turkey's Ministry of Industry and Technology has issued a recall and market withdrawal order for Ocean Steel Pro Model O caravans. The decision follows inspections that found the trailers were sold without the mandatory type approval, posing road safety risks. Owners are offered free repair, a refund, or replacement with a compliant model.

Law & Regulations TR Turkey 01.03.2026 2

Caravan owners protest against sharp rent increase

Caravan owners in the Yeniboğaziçi area of Cyprus are protesting a planned sharp increase in annual site fees. The municipality intends to raise the fee from around 43-44 thousand Turkish lira to 121 thousand. Protesters argue the land belongs to state ministries, not the municipality, and demand an increase aligned with inflation.

Incidents TR Turkey 27.02.2026 2

Caravan fire in Yedikonuk spreads to prefab structure

A fire broke out in a caravan at a site in the Yudi area of Yedikonuk on February 26. Police stated the cause was a short circuit in the electrical wiring of a solar power system. The blaze completely destroyed the caravan and spread to an adjacent prefabricated building, causing damage to its components.

Lifestyle TR Turkey 25.02.2026

Growing demand for tiny houses in Ankara faces legal hurdles

Interest in tiny houses is increasing in Ankara as an alternative to urban life. Preferred areas are Ayaş, Güdül, and Gölbaşı, but placement on agricultural land is prohibited. Major challenges include lack of infrastructure and risks associated with cooperative share purchases.

Bans & Fines TR Turkey 24.02.2026

Sinop municipality blocks caravan parking with concrete barriers

The municipality of Sinop, Turkey, has placed concrete blocks along Enver Bahadır Street to end long-term unauthorized caravan parking. The action followed citizen complaints about traffic obstruction and the occupation of public space. The barriers physically prevent vehicle access to the popular coastal area.

Bans & Fines TR Turkey 24.02.2026

Sinop authorities use concrete blocks to halt caravan occupation on coastal road

Municipal teams in Sinop have placed concrete blocks on Enver Bahadır Street to end the long-standing problem of caravan parking. The action was taken following citizen complaints about traffic obstruction and the occupation of the public seaside area. The blocks physically prevent vehicle access, stopping the area from being used as a parking site.

Industry TR Turkey 23.02.2026 3

A101 chain offers tiny house and caravan in Osmaniye campaign

The Turkish discount chain A101 has featured a tiny house and a travel trailer in its promotional catalog for February 26, 2026. The Escamp 6500 Flat Tiny House is priced at 399,000 TL, and the Erba Karavan 4.00 model at 329,000 TL. Both items will be sold in limited quantities at A101 stores in Osmaniye.

Law & Regulations TR Turkey 23.02.2026

Bozcaada municipality begins demolition of illegal tiny houses

The municipality of Bozcaada, Turkey, has started demolishing illegally placed tiny houses on agricultural land. Owners have been sent notices, with fines and legal action to follow if structures are not removed within 30 days. The dispute dates back to 2021 when a court overturned a ban on their entry, classifying them as licensed vehicles.

Bans & Fines TR Turkey 22.02.2026 5

Sinop installs concrete blocks to prevent caravan encroachment

Authorities in the Turkish city of Sinop have placed concrete blocks along the coastline to prevent illegal caravan parking. The measure targets tourists who were occupying public areas for overnight stays in violation of local regulations.

Builds TR Turkey 18.02.2026

10-minute video shows campervan conversion process

A video has been published online showing the process of converting a Ford Transit van into a campervan. The time-lapse footage covers key stages from basic layout planning to furniture installation. The material is for illustrative purposes and is not a detailed tutorial.

Openings TR Turkey 17.02.2026 6

Mount Erciyes ski resort opens dedicated caravan park

The Erciyes ski resort in Turkey has established a dedicated, guarded caravan park. The facility for 26 vehicles with utility hookups and a laundry opened this season, with a nightly rate of 250 Turkish lira.

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