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Lifestyle VN Vietnam 19.02.2026

Hanoi Family Converts Ford into Camper Van

A family from Hanoi converted a Ford vehicle into a camper van for traveling across Vietnam. They started with tent camping in 2021 and switched to a camper van costing from 300 million VND in 2025 to have integrated sleeping areas, kitchen, and toilet. They believe this format could become a new trend for families with children starting in 2026.

Industry VN Vietnam 05.03.2026

Humanity's First Mobile Home on the Moon with Autonomous Driving Capability

The Multi-Purpose Habitation (MPH) module, developed by Thales Alenia Space, will be the first mobile habitation complex on the Moon. It is a 6-meter-long pressurized cylindrical compartment on wheels, capable of autonomous movement across the lunar surface. Its launch is planned for 2033 under the Artemis program, with a designed operational lifespan of 10 years.

Industry VN Vietnam 05.03.2026

Motorhomes: A New Trend Approaching the Vietnamese Market?

Interest in motorhomes is growing in Vietnam, but the market remains small due to high costs. New technical standards regulating the conversion of vans into mobile homes came into effect in 2024. According to the CEO of Sunlimo, demand is limited due to high prices relative to local incomes, although the company's products are exported at prices two to three times higher.

Industry VN Vietnam 23.02.2026

Mobile Home That Expands Threefold

The foldable camper module concept Wingcube was presented at the CMT 2026 exhibition in Germany. In its closed state, it measures 2.5 m long, 1.2 m wide, and 2.1 m high, weighing about 500 kg. When expanded, the side walls slide out, increasing the living space to accommodate up to four people. The product's commercialization is planned for the end of 2027 with an estimated price of 20,000 euros.

Industry US United States 18.02.2026

Rare Three-Story Motorhome from 1963 Discovered in the US

A set consisting of a 1963 Ford F-250 pickup and a Del Rey Sky Lounge motorhome in good condition has been discovered in the US. The motorhome features a three-story design with an observation lounge and a rooftop sundeck. The set is being displayed at the MaxMotive exhibition and is considered one of the most ambitious projects in the history of truck campers.

Industry CA Canada 18.02.2026

Mercedes-Benz motorhome with large gear storage compartment

Canadian company Leisure Travel Vans has introduced the Unity TBX motorhome based on the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500. The 7.6-meter-long model features a pass-through gear storage compartment with a volume of 1727 liters for transporting bicycles or surfboards and has a rear hitch for towing up to 2.27 tons. The starting price is approximately 237,000 US dollars.

Builds JP Japan 17.02.2026

Unique Mini Camper Based on Kei Truck Accommodates Four People

Japanese company Direct Cars has introduced the Dune Rover camper based on the Daihatsu Hijet kei truck. Despite its compact size, the model offers sleeping space for four people, a kitchen unit with a sink, refrigerator, and microwave, and a power system using lithium-ion batteries. The starting price is 5.98 million yen (approximately $38,100 USD).

Lifestyle VN Vietnam 13.02.2026

Motorhome and Caravan News

The news covers various use cases and modifications of motorhomes and caravans. In Shanghai, an owner left a 1.2 million yuan motorhome with keys for strangers, while a Vietnamese family weathered a typhoon in theirs. Conversion projects are featured, including a 35 million dong truck and Mariah Carey's 2.5 million dollar motorhome with a cinema. The world's first solar-powered motorhome with a range of up to 730 km is also mentioned.

Industry VN Vietnam 12.02.2026

Luxury Motorhome Loki Prevost Presented with a Price Tag of $2.2 Million

Loki Coach has introduced a new motorhome model based on the Prevost H3-45 chassis. The 13.7-meter long vehicle with four slide-outs features a high-capacity battery system for extended off-grid operation. The interior is designed in a modern Scandinavian style with leather furniture and natural stone countertops. The model is priced at $2.2 million.

Industry US United States 07.02.2026

Loki Prevost 2026 Motorhome Sells for $2.2 Million

The Loki Prevost LE 2026 motorhome debuted at the Florida RV SuperShow in January 2026 and sold for $2,159,404. The 13.7-meter model is built on a 2025 Prevost H3-45 VIP chassis, features a 550 hp Volvo Diesel engine, and has four slide-outs. The interior includes 1.5 bathrooms, a master bedroom, kitchen, bar, workspace, and laundry facilities.

Industry US United States 27.01.2026

Plastic Motorhome Priced Like a Hyundai i10

American company International RV has introduced the LIV 13Leaf travel trailer, constructed almost entirely from plastic. It has a starting price of $15,990, is 5 meters long, and weighs 790 kg. The manufacturer claims the thermoplastic monocoque construction addresses common issues of leaks and rot found in traditional materials.

Industry DE Germany 24.01.2026

Foldable Caravan for Electric Vehicles

At the CMT exhibition in Stuttgart, Dethleffs unveiled the C.Fold concept, a foldable caravan designed for electric and small combustion engine vehicles. The 5.49-meter-long structure made of aluminum-composite sandwich weighs approximately 775 kg. Its height reduces to 1.65 m during travel to lower aerodynamic drag, which, according to the manufacturer's calculations, allows an electric car with a 400 km range to travel up to 300 km while towing the trailer.

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