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Vanlife specialist Vanovia presented five practical tests to evaluate a camper before purchase. The tests include cooking a full dinner, repeatedly setting up the bed, spending a rainy day inside, working with a laptop, and checking real storage space. Renting a similar model for several days is recommended to identify limitations not noticeable at the dealership.

German companies VANME and Vagabond Vans have unveiled two concept campervans based on the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter: the Niffler 2026 for cyclists and the luxurious Vabo Vision Milano, styled like a yacht.

An inflatable balloon helps remove water from camper pipes to prevent freezing damage, while the FegerCLIP accessory, winner at CMT 2026, turns an awning handle into a telescopic cleaning tool

A couple transformed a compact Chevrolet Onix LS hatchback into an improvised motorhome for sleeping on the road. They folded the rear seats to create a sleeping area and used custom-cut thermal insulation on the windows. The project gained viral attention on social media by showcasing travel without a specialized RV.

Bruder has launched the ADX-21, its largest caravan model to date, designed for off-grid travel in extreme conditions. The 6.7-meter-long trailer features a 30 cm air suspension, 1200W of solar panels, 265L freshwater capacity, and a starting price of nearly €164,000. It offers various interior layouts with a fixed double bed, a U-shaped lounge, a full kitchen, and a separate bathroom.

F1 drivers use custom motorhomes as mobile homes and operational bases during European Grand Prix weekends. Max Verstappen's 2024 unit includes a high-end simulator for training, while Nico Hülkenberg used a Mercedes-Benz Actros-based Krismar motorhome with a hybrid system at the 2025 Silverstone GP. Lewis Hamilton employs a private motorhome for testing with Ferrari, continuing a trend of personalized driver facilities that Nico Rosberg helped popularize.