Spain: roadworthiness checks for campers over 10 every six months
Spain now requires campers over 10 years old to pass a roadworthiness test every six months. Plus: a Kia and LG electric camper and three new campsites in Korea.
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VanSky index for Monserrato, Italy — 89 out of 100 (Ideal). Decide in seconds: temperature, precipitation, wind, solar output and water temperature. Refreshed every 3 hours.
Monserrato, Italy — VanSky 89 out of 100. Ideal conditions for motorhome travel. Ranked #461 of 1011 cities in the country (as of 1 June 2026). Temperature 31°C, wind 20 km/h. Solar panels yield 3.1 kWh/day at 400 W — enough for full autonomy. Water temperature 23°C.
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Diesel
$2.40 /l
€2.06 · £1.78/l
116 of 127
pricier than 91% of countries
Petrol
$2.32 /l
€1.99 · £1.72/l
116 of 126
pricier than 91% of countries
LPG
$0.94 /l
€0.80 · £0.70/l
18 of 46
cheaper than 63% of countries
Michel, a motorhome owner, received a notice to pay €119.36 for a toll road passage in Italy that he took in September 2020. He claims he paid €80.5 on site, but the Italian highway company tracked him down in France six years later and demands additional payment. Michel intends to contest the claim.
Red Shore Games has released Campsite Hustle! Management Simulator, a first-person management game, into Early Access. Players manage an outdoor shop and a campsite, hire workers, expand the area, and handle unexpected events. The game supports English interface and subtitles.
The municipality of Fossacesia has published a tender for the concession of a camper van parking area on the southern promenade (Grotte district). The 1,800 sq m site can accommodate 20 campers, starting price €11,000 per year, concession term three years. Bids are accepted until 12:00 on June 13, 2026.
Former Apple and Tesla engineers have developed the fully electric Pebble Flow caravan. It features solar panels, a large battery, and remote control capability.
According to the Camping Report 2026 (CaRe) by Campeggi.com, searches for campsites and tourist villages in Italy increased by 34% compared to 2025. Family trips dominate (77% of searches), with 65% of travelers preferring bungalows and mobile homes. International demand rose from 22% to 48%, led by Germany (21%), Switzerland (8%), and Austria (6%). Among Italians, Liguria is the top destination (16%), while Sardinia leads for foreigners.
An InsideEVs journalist tested the Pebble Flow electric travel trailer, developed by former Tesla and Apple employees. The model features electric wheel drive, self-parking, and iPad control. The Founder's Edition costs $179,000, with a base model expected in late 2026 for $113,500.
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