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Hyundai Motor Group has accumulated hybrid sales in the US of 1.487 million units as of May 2026, with 65% being SUVs and minivans. May sales surged 74.4% year-on-year to a record 43,392 units.
Hyundai Motor Group is adjusting its US production strategy by expanding hybrid output at the HMGMA plant, originally built for EVs. By May 2025, cumulative US hybrid sales reached about 1.487 million units, with 65% from RV models (SUVs and minivans). The Tucson Hybrid led sales (258,000), followed by Sportage Hybrid (199,000) and Santa Fe Hybrid (159,000). Kia recently started Sportage Hybrid production at HMGMA, turning the plant into a flexible facility for both EVs and hybrids.
A recreational vehicle caught fire under a metal carport on the 250 block of Burns Drive in Grand Junction, Colorado. Firefighters deployed approximately 1,300 feet of 5-inch supply hose to reach the nearest hydrant. The blaze was contained within 20 minutes and did not spread to nearby homes or vegetation. The cause remains under investigation; no injuries were reported.
The Destination Healthy Skin RV, operated by The Skin Cancer Foundation, is stopping in Panama City Beach, Florida, this week. Free skin cancer screenings are available to residents and visitors, addressing the heightened sun safety concerns in the Florida Panhandle.
The Beyond Wonderland Midwest festival, previously held in Chicago, will take place at Chicagoland Speedway in Joliet, Illinois, from June 11 to 13, 2027. For the first time, the event will offer onsite camping, including RV and car camping. Organizer Insomniac previously hosted EDC Chicago at the same venue in 2013, but that event was discontinued due to noise complaints. Tickets go on sale June 19, with three-day general admission starting at $149.
The National Weather Service reported that around 12:45 a.m. Sunday, severe thunderstorm winds uprooted a tree onto an RV in Locust Grove, Oklahoma, killing the occupant. Mayes County deputies stated the victim appeared to be living in the RV on someone else's property. No widespread storm damage was reported aside from scattered tree limbs and flooded roadways.
The owner of the former Roaring Run Resort in Donegal, Pennsylvania, faces three lawsuits: two from former members and one from the company that purchased the property in 2025 for $2.5 million. The members allege Jay Corl misrepresented how their memberships would be handled after the sale, with some seeking an injunction to prevent him from spending the proceeds. The new owner, 194 Tannery LLC, claims the membership agreements were not part of the sale and has since opened the RV park to the public, eliminating the membership model.
A camper fire on Interstate 84 in Southbury, Connecticut, closed the right lane on Monday afternoon. The incident was reported at 1:53 p.m., causing congestion on the eastbound side between exits 13 and 15, a stretch of 2.4 miles. No further details have been released.
California-based Polydrops has unveiled the P21X off-road caravan, designed for towing by electric vehicles. It features 1.3 kW solar panels and a 5–10 kWh battery. A large rear spoiler reduces drag to preserve the tow vehicle's range. Price starts at $76,900, with only 20 hand-built units planned.
A 48-year-old man was arrested Sunday evening at Uncle John's RV Park near Buckley, Washington, after firing three shots at a neighbor following a domestic dispute. No injuries were reported. The suspect was booked into Pierce County Jail.
Two groups of Argentine fans have embarked on RV journeys to support their national team at the World Cup in the US. One family from Kansas City customized an RV in team colors, while a couple from San Juan arrived in Kansas in a Yafar Joven.
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US manufacturer Polydrops presented the limited-edition P21X caravan in early June 2026, based on the P21 model. It features increased ground clearance (38 cm), independent suspension, and all-terrain tires. The caravan includes a 1,300 W solar panel system, a 5 kWh battery (10 kWh optional), and four berths. Price starts at $76,900; only 20 units will be built. European availability has not been confirmed.
According to the RV Industry Association, US motorhome manufacturers shipped 13.5% fewer units to dealers in January–April 2026 compared to the same period last year. The association lowered its full-year delivery forecast to 300,000–328,100 units, down from 342,200 units in 2025. The decline is linked to a fifth consecutive month of falling consumer spending on recreational goods, the longest such drop since 2008. Consumer registrations of motorhomes fell nearly 22% in March and 17% in April year-over-year.
California-based Bossi Vans has unveiled the Goliath, a camper built on the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2024 4x4. The vehicle features 34-inch BFGoodrich KO3 tires, King suspension, a reinforced CAtuned front bumper, and a Warn winch. Inside, it includes two folding benches, a kitchen with an Isotherm Cruise 200 refrigerator, convection microwave, and sink, plus a rear lounge with two sofas. Off-grid capability is supported by an 800 Ah lithium battery, 3000 W inverter, two 175 W Renogy solar panels, and a 113 L fresh water tank.
In late March, Coley Brady reduced the workweek at its motorhome factories in Elkhart, Indiana, from five to four days. This followed a decline in sales during the key spring season, attributed to geopolitical tensions and rising fuel costs.
A rare combination of a 1968 Chevrolet C20 CST Custom Camper pickup and a 1966 Del Rey Sky Lounge camper is for sale in Arizona. The 3.35-meter-high vehicle features a 6.5-liter V8, dual fuel tanks, and a rooftop terrace with panoramic windows. The owner recently rejected a $60,000 bid at auction.
The US recreational vehicle (RV) industry is experiencing a downturn as high gasoline and diesel prices (up 33% and 43% respectively), inflation, and a 7.53% loan rate dampen consumer demand. Manufacturers like Alliance RV in Indiana have reduced workweeks on some production lines. RVIA data shows shipments fell 13.5% in the first four months of the year compared to the same period last year, prompting a downward revision of the annual forecast.
In late March, Alliance RV co-founder Coley Brady cut production to four days a week at his factories in Elkhart, Indiana, as spring sales dropped. The ongoing U.S.-Israeli conflict with Iran has destabilized global energy markets, raising fuel prices and affecting RV sales. Industry leaders remain optimistic about a recovery, expecting stable fuel costs and higher alternative travel expenses to drive consumers back to RVs.
A couple is converting a cargo van into a camper. During the rough-in stage, they installed wooden furring strips for the ceiling and packed the wall cavities with sheep's wool insulation. The wool is effective for temperature control but creates a strong odor. They also added sound-dampening panels over the wheel wells.
A 1998 Dodge Grand Caravan has been converted into a drift car. It features a 5.3-liter LS-based truck V8 with a twin-turbo setup sourced from eBay and a Tremec TKX-600 5-speed manual gearbox. The build is intended for track use, not street driving. Boost was set at 5 psi, with plans to increase it to 10 psi.
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