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DE Germany

Six motorhome interior styles: how to choose the right one

The choice of motorhome interior affects travel comfort. Manufacturers offer various styles, from modern minimalism to classic luxury. The article describes six main directions: modern minimalism (Sunlight), premium elegance (Niesmann + Bischoff, Hymer), functional solid (Ahorn Camp, Corigon), classic high-quality (Carthago), sporty-technical (Rhön Camp, VW Grand California), and homely cozy (Carado, Forster). Some brands, like LMC, offer multiple styles within one portfolio.

SE Sweden

The rush continues: new large motorhome facility

Sweden is experiencing a motorhome boom: new registrations increased by over 60% in the first four months of the year compared to the same period last year. In response, dealer Hymer Center will open its ninth facility in the country, this time in Jönköping. The 12,000 sq m complex (main building 2,300 sq m) will include sales, service, workshop, and store for brands Hymer, Carado, and Eriba. The investment is 75 million Swedish kronor, with construction planned to start in 2027.

DE Germany

Overcab beds are outdated: nine semi-integrated motorhomes for families

Auto Zeitung magazine has ranked nine semi-integrated motorhomes suitable for families of up to four people. Models including the Ahorn Camp T 690, Benimar Tessoro T425, and Carado T459 offer an alternative to classic overcab motorhomes. A key feature is the use of drop-down beds over the seating area to create additional sleeping spaces. Lengths range from 5.95 m (Etrusco T 5900 FB) to 7.41 m (Carado T459), with prices starting at €62,000.

NO Norway

Employees buy Kroken Kristiansand

Managing director Halvor Barikmo leads three employees and a fourth person in taking over the business and establishing Kristiansand Caravan og Fritid AS. The new dealer will represent Adria, Sun Living, Kabe and Kabe Affinity, while Bürstner, Hymer and Carado will no longer be sold as new from these premises. All 13 employees transfer to the new company, which will also serve as a service point for previously sold brands.

IE Ireland

Job Vacancy: Motorhome Centre Seeks Mechanic

Dealership Donaghey Motorhomes Ltd. has announced a vacancy for a mechanic to work on motorhomes and vans. The candidate must work independently and in a team, performing neat work. The company is Ireland's largest motorhome dealer, representing Dethleffs, Knaus, Hymer and Carado brands, and also handles repairs and maintenance. Applications are accepted by email until January 23, 2017.

ES Spain

Carado CV541 Pro: Camper van with unconventional layout

The Carado CV541 Pro is a 5.41-meter-long camper van with a non-standard interior layout. Instead of a traditional rear bed, it features a dining area at the back, with the sleeping berth located in a pop-up roof measuring 1.43x2.06 m. The motorhome is built on a Fiat Ducato base and includes a kitchen, a bathroom with a shower, and water tanks with capacities of 100 and 90 liters.

DE Germany

Price Drop for Used Motorhomes from 2024-2025

Dealers are offering significant discounts on used motorhomes from model years 2024-2025 to clear space for incoming new models. For instance, a compact Bürstner motorhome with 20,009 km mileage and registered in 04/2025 is being sold at a discount of 25,000 euros. The article lists other deals, including a Carado V 337 for 49,990 euros and a Dethleffs Globetrail 600 DF for 49,888 euros, all with under 30,000 km on the odometer.

Dürrwang-Mörlein Service for Beginners

Motorhome dealer Dürrwang-Mörlein has introduced a service concept for first-time renters of recreational vehicles. The company recommends the Carado CV600 model due to its compact dimensions and driving assistance systems, provides detailed instruction on onboard systems, and offers technical support during the trip.

DE Germany

Five Campervans with Bathroom Under 50,000 Euros

German magazine Auto Zeitung has published a ranking of five new campervans priced under 50,000 euros, each equipped with a shower and toilet. The list includes the Forster Livin' Up Pro V 599 HBL (from €43,690), Bürstner Papillon (under €40,000), LMC Innovan Pure 600, Carado CV540, and Clever Vans Drive 600 Kids. All featured vans range from 5.4 to 6.4 meters in length and are based on Citroën Jumper or Peugeot Boxer chassis.

DE Germany

New camper van models for 2026: from budget to off-road

The 2026 camper van market is split into two segments: affordable entry-level models and off-road versions for adventure travel. Budget options include the Bürstner Papillon from €39,999 and the Forster Livin'up Pro, while off-road models feature the Adria Supertwin 4x4 on a Mercedes Sprinter base and the Hymer Grand Canyon S 700 CrossTrail. New layouts are also introduced, such as the Carado CV 541 Pro with a separated cab and rear seating group.

Issue of Camping-Car Magazine №394

The April 2016 issue features spring novelties in motorhomes and camper vans from various manufacturers. The edition includes tests, such as the Carado V347 with an innovative bed in the wall and the Pössl Summit 600 French Edition, as well as travel guides to regions in France and other countries. The magazine costs 5.95 euros.

Five Camper Van Models Under €50,000

A magazine has presented five new camper vans based on commercial vehicles, with starting prices below €50,000. The models include the Bürstner Papillon PC 6.0 (from €41,520), Carado CV 540 (€48,590), Challenger/Chausson (€48,990), Giottiline GiottiVan (€49,900), and LMC Innovan Pure 540 (€50,200). All are built on Citroën Jumper or Peugeot Boxer chassis, range from 5.41 to 5.99 meters in length, and feature basic equipment to keep costs down.

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