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Turkish manufacturer Carpento has introduced the 430 caravan, measuring 4.3 meters in length and weighing 700 kg. The model features a 270-degree panoramic windshield, accommodates five people, and includes a kitchen with a 65-liter refrigerator and a bathroom. The starting price is around 25,000 euros.

European motorhome manufacturer Concorde Reisemobile has entered the Turkish market through distributor Ideal Caravan. The brand's models will soon be displayed in showrooms, and the company has begun accepting custom orders from local customers.

Authorities in the Turkish town of Didim have begun notifying tent and caravan owners of a ban on overnight stays in public areas. The ban, which took effect on April 1, 2026, covers coastlines, parks, forested areas, and roadsides. Cited reasons include waste disposal issues, risk of infectious diseases, fire hazards, and disruption of public order. Violators will face administrative fines.

Boho Camper Vans has introduced the Buttercup camper van based on a Ram ProMaster chassis. The vehicle is equipped with a 500-watt solar array, a Starlink antenna, a 3000-watt inverter, and a water system with a 125-liter tank for fully off-grid living.

Kocaeli Metropolitan Municipality removed caravans that had occupied the parking lot at the Healthy Life Park in Derince for months. Owners were given until April 1st to leave, after which non-compliant vehicles were towed to an impound lot. The parking area has returned to its primary function, resolving the issue for local residents.

A review was conducted of two travel trailer models from the Turkish manufacturer ALIZER KARAVAN. The article presents the key specifications and features of these caravans.

A fire broke out in the Çekice neighborhood of Bursa, rendering one tiny house unusable. The blaze was quickly extinguished by firefighters with support from residents, there were no injuries, and an investigation has been launched.

Kocaeli's Transport Coordination Center (UKOME) has banned caravan parking outside designated areas. The ban comes into effect on April 1st, with police and municipal services towing violators.

A Turkish company is converting decommissioned buses into motorhomes. The process involves a complete interior refurbishment, including the installation of sleeping areas, a kitchen, and a bathroom.

The Turkish couple Burçin and Erdi, known as Trail of Us, left their corporate careers in Istanbul in 2018 to travel in a caravan. In early 2026, they halted production of their brand Ontrail due to rising costs and hit the road again in a new model named Crema, tailored to their current life stage.

European tourists are increasingly using caravans to travel across Turkey. This form of tourism allows for independent route planning and visits to the country's remote regions.

Authorities in Karasu plan to convert an informal parking area into an organized caravan park. The site will be equipped with electricity, water supply, and waste disposal systems, and roads will be built to minimize environmental damage.

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.

The President of the Turkish Mobile Home Manufacturers Association commented on the draft law for hobby gardens, emphasizing the distinction between Tiny Houses and illegal structures. He stated that certified, licensed Tiny Houses on chassis not connected to municipal infrastructure are legal, and called for the protection of investors' interests in the new regulations.

Authorities in the Turkish town of Didim have banned unregulated camping with tents and caravans on all public land as of April 1, 2026. The decision was made due to environmental pollution, health risks, and public order concerns. Violators face fines, and their property will be removed by police and municipal teams.

Four political parties in the Izmir Metropolitan Municipality council submitted a joint motion regarding caravan parking regulations. The document states that using trailers for temporary accommodation in urban areas creates issues for local residents, as such cases were not anticipated during urban infrastructure planning.

Authorities in Turkey's Didim district have banned caravans and tents in public areas. The ban, effective from April 1, 2026, applies to beaches, parks, forest areas, and roadsides and was introduced due to waste problems, fire risks, and disease concerns. Violators face fines, and illegally placed units will be removed by police and municipal teams.

A parked caravan burned down in Akyazı, the cause of the fire is still under investigation. Firefighters extinguished the blaze promptly, and the non-explosion of a kitchen gas cylinder prevented more serious consequences; there were no casualties or injuries.

The compact electric camper Ari 458 Pro for 2026 has been introduced. It is 3.5 meters long, with an area of 2.8 m² and a width of 1.49 meters. A 15 kW electric motor provides a top speed of 70 km/h and a range of 120 to 230 km depending on the 15 or 23.5 kWh battery. The model is offered as a base platform for self-conversion, with a starting price above 30,000 euros.

Kocaeli Metropolitan Municipality introduced a fee for the 68,000 sq m coastal parking lot and banned caravan parking. Owners were given until April 1 to vacate the area, after which non-compliant caravans were towed away.

Kocaeli police conducted an operation against a group posting fake caravan sale ads online. The fraudsters, led by an individual with 37 arrest warrants, deceived customers by demanding deposits and delivery fees, then transferred the funds to illegal accounts or crypto platforms. The total transaction volume on their accounts was 5.5 million Turkish lira. During simultaneous raids in four provinces, 11 suspects were detained.

Authorities imposed a ban on caravan parking at the Ncity coastal lot to reduce traffic congestion. Caravan owners were required to remove their vehicles by April 1, after which non-relocated trailers will be towed to an impound lot. An alternative parking area in the Kartepe district was offered to them.

As of March 31, parking restrictions for caravans have come into effect in Kocaeli. Parking in residential neighborhoods and along the coastline is prohibited, with violators facing fines and towing. Authorities stated the measure was necessary to ease traffic congestion and improve pedestrian safety.

New parking rules for caravans come into force in Kocaeli on April 1. Random parking on streets and promenades is prohibited, vehicles will be towed, and owners fined. Authorities urge the use of designated parking areas only.

A collision occurred in the Gelendost district of Isparta province between a caravan driven by a German tourist and a passenger car. The accident resulted in injuries to four individuals, with one reported to be in life-threatening condition. The incident took place on the Isparta-Konya highway near the village of Madenli.

Mert Okkaoğlu, President of the National Camping and Caravan Federation, stated that the rapid growth of caravanning has led to serious management issues. He called on authorities to create designated parking areas with infrastructure instead of bans, noting this could boost local economies, especially in coastal areas during the off-season.

A traffic accident in the Gelendost district of Isparta involved a collision between a caravan and a passenger car. Preliminary reports indicate one person was seriously injured and two others sustained minor injuries; all were hospitalized.

Spain set a motorhome registration record — and immediately tightened the rules. On Mallorca, 150 caravans took over a sports complex car park because renting a flat costs more. Solar Butterfly returned from a solar-powered trip around the world, and Bryansk promises a camper for 3.9 million roubles — in this issue.

Kocaeli Metropolitan Municipality has given caravan owners until April 1 to remove their vehicles from a 68,000 sq m paid parking lot. Vehicles not removed by the deadline will be towed at the owner's expense as part of a caravan parking ban.

Kocaeli Metropolitan Municipality introduced a new fee system at the coastal parking lot to prevent irregular parking. Caravan owners occupying the area must remove their vehicles by April 1, otherwise they will be towed. The fee for parking exceeding 12 hours is set at 300 lira.