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On August 23, 2026, campers at a motorhome parking area along the Kiel Canal in Rendsburg, Germany, cheered as the cruise ship MS Europa passed by. They also shared their opinions on Rendsburg as a holiday destination, with mixed reviews.

German manufacturer Ari Motors has introduced the compact motorhome Ari 458 Pro Camper based on the Ari 458 Pro model. The vehicle measures 3.82 meters in length, 1.49 meters in width, and 1.85 meters in height, with a usable area of 2.8 square meters. An electric motor with 5 kW (20 hp) powers the vehicle to a top speed of 70 km/h. Battery options include 15 kWh (120 km range) and 23.5 kWh (230 km range). Solar panels are available as an option. The price in Germany starts at 25,000 euros.

The article discusses ways to improve the ride quality of motorhomes, particularly through comfort springs, air suspension, and shock absorbers. Unlike passenger cars, where tuning focuses on sportiness, the main goal for motorhomes is increased comfort. Although models based on Ford Transit, Mercedes Sprinter, Renault Master, and VW Crafter (MAN TGE) are ahead of Stellantis chassis in comfort, the Fiat Ducato and its siblings Peugeot Boxer and Citroën Jumper remain the dominant base vehicles, whose road behavior can be improved in many areas.

According to Germany's Federal Motor Transport Authority, registrations of motorhomes increased by ten percent in March 2026 compared to the previous year, exceeding 900,000 units. Beginners are advised to remember a mobile power station, foldable solar panel, water canister, portable shower, toilet additives, multitool, lightweight furniture, lights, leveling ramps, and a CEE adapter.

In Thuringia, a stolen motorhome was tracked via mobile phone, leading to a quick arrest on the A4. A second stolen motorhome was also found, driver arrested.

Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles will have a major presence at Caravan Salon 2026 in Düsseldorf, Germany, from August 28 to September 6. The highlight is the ID. Buzz with the new Boa Noite pack, which turns the all-electric van into a compact camper for two. The pack includes a bed frame, foldable mattress (2.0 m × 1.2 m), blackout curtains, table, two chairs, and ventilation grilles. The 'Boa Noite' mode maintains climate control for up to 48 hours or until the battery reaches 20%, and V2L provides 230 V and up to 2,000 W for appliances. VW notes it is the only automaker to develop and produce a full camper van family in-house, including the Grand California based on the Crafter. For 2027, updates include lithium iron phosphate batteries, optional solar panels, and digital features. California production has reached 250,000 units.