Spain rewrites motorhome parking rules · VanLife Weekly #30
From October Spain bans blocking motorhome parking, but the Canaries tighten site rules. Also: Honda Trail Master and Turkey's caravan boom.
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VanSky index for Cherlak, Russia — 64 out of 100 (Comfortable). Decide in seconds: temperature, precipitation, wind and solar output. Data refreshed several times a day from real weather observations.
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Cherlak, Russia — VanSky 64 out of 100. Comfortable for a route. Ranked #1218 of 1546 cities in the country (as of 31 July 2026). Temperature 34°C, wind 17 km/h. Solar panels yield 2.4 kWh/day at 400 W — enough for full autonomy.
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A weather comfort index for travel: a 0–100 score. Recalculated daily from live weather data — temperature, rainfall, wind and sun.
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Cherlak ranks 1538 of 1546 cities. Country average VanSky — 88.
Updated: 25.07.2026
АИ-92
$0.99 /l
₽78.72 · €0.86/l
9 of 17
cheaper than 53% of countries
АИ-95
$1.13 /l
₽89.76 · €0.98/l
40 of 140
cheaper than 72% of countries
АИ-98
$1.23 /l
₽97.23 · €1.07/l
20 of 94
cheaper than 80% of countries
АИ-100
$1.39 /l
₽110.20 · €1.21/l
10 of 24
cheaper than 62% of countries
ДТ
$1.16 /l
₽92.02 · €1.01/l
39 of 141
cheaper than 73% of countries
ДТ премиум
$1.01 /l
₽80.33 · €0.88/l
1 of 41
cheaper than 100% of countries
СУГ
$0.56 /l
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9 of 55
cheaper than 85% of countries
Метан
$0.37 /l
₽29.36 · €0.32/l
3 of 15
cheaper than 87% of countries
Russian company FOLLOFEY offers a removable camper module for pickup trucks. The module weighs 350 to 750 kg depending on configuration and installs in the truck bed in 30 minutes. It includes a sleeping area (175×200 cm), sink, shower, diesel heater, air conditioner, electrical system with up to 600 Ah battery and up to 480 W solar panels. Base price for the A3 model is 632,000 rubles, for the A3 Max — 760,000 rubles. The module fits UAZ Pickup, Toyota Hilux, Mitsubishi L200, Ford Ranger and other pickups.
A 1962 Volkswagen Type 2 and a matching camper trailer will be auctioned by Mecum in late September. The first-generation T1 bus, originally a 15-window deluxe model, was modified by West Coast Classics with skylight windows, a canvas pop-up roof, a 130 hp engine, and Wilwood disc brakes. The four-person trailer, built by Kyle’s Customs, includes a kitchen, air conditioning, and a TV.
A 1990 Toyota Town Ace converted into a motorhome has been listed for sale in Vladivostok. The vehicle has 69,000 km on the odometer and is equipped with a 2.0-liter diesel engine (73 hp), manual transmission, and part-time four-wheel drive. The interior has been fully refurbished, including a water tank, refrigerator, outdoor shower, awning, solar panels, and a 140 Ah auxiliary battery. The seller states the camper has been in single ownership for over 10 years and is ready to use without additional investment.
A GAZon truck collided with a motorhome on Oktyabrsky Prospekt in Velikiye Luki. No injuries have been reported. Those involved are waiting for traffic police to arrive.
Year-round motorhome living is gaining popularity in Russia. A family from Samara rented out their apartment and has been traveling over 9 months a year for three years, covering expenses with rental income. Driving a motorhome up to 3.5 tons requires a standard B license; overnight parking is allowed without slide-outs. Heating is provided by diesel heaters or gas systems.
A blogger on Drive2 shares observations about converting the second-generation IVECO Daily into motorhomes. He notes that the model was produced in various countries, including Italy and Brazil, where it remains popular for such projects. In 2026, enthusiasts continue to build campers based on this vehicle, using various modifications: changing door placement, sliders, expanders, and roof racks. The author also highlights the boldness of owners who are not afraid to modify vehicles despite legal risks.
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