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Toyota Relax Wagon TYPE10: camper with child seat support and family sleeping area Reviews © 月刊自家用車WEB - 厳選クルマ情報
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Toyota Relax Wagon TYPE10: camper with child seat support and family sleeping area

Japanese camper builder Ka-interia Takahashi unveiled the Relax Wagon TYPE10 based on the Toyota HiAce GL. The 10-seater features four rows of seats that allow installing a child seat without removal. Folding the seats creates a 1700×1700 mm sleeping area. The 2WD version starts at 5,852,000 yen.

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Camper Van Living in the Philippines: A Practical Guide Lifestyle © Out of Town Blog
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Camper Van Living in the Philippines: A Practical Guide

The Philippines is emerging as a popular vanlife destination, attracting digital nomads and travelers. There is no nationwide ban on sleeping in camper vans, but local parking regulations vary by municipality. Monthly living costs range from PHP 25,000 to PHP 55,000, covering fuel, food, and ferries. Recommended base vehicles for tropical conversion include diesel vans like Toyota HiAce, Nissan Urvan, or Mitsubishi L300.

Source: Out of Town Blog ENG
Growing demand for 'land marinas' to store large motorhomes in Japan Openings © プレスリリース・ニュースリリース配信シェアNo.1｜PR TIMES
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Growing demand for 'land marinas' to store large motorhomes in Japan

Toy Factory held the Motorhome Collection event to mark the anniversary of its 'Land Marina' storage facility at Sagamiko Mori Mori park. The facility addresses the shortage of secure parking for large motorhomes.

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Nissan Caravan NV350 Premium GX vs Toyota HiAce Super GL: comparison for Zimbabwe Reviews © NewsDay
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Nissan Caravan NV350 Premium GX vs Toyota HiAce Super GL: comparison for Zimbabwe

A comparison of two popular camper van models, the Nissan Caravan NV350 Premium GX and the Toyota HiAce Super GL, was conducted in Zimbabwe. The Nissan Caravan is equipped with a 2.5L or 2.4L diesel engine, while the Toyota HiAce features a 3.0L or 2.8L diesel. The Nissan Caravan offers better fuel economy (10–12 km/L vs 9–11 km/L for the Toyota HiAce with the 3.0L engine). The Toyota HiAce Super GL is more expensive but has higher resale value and widespread parts availability, whereas the Nissan Caravan Premium GX is cheaper and provides a more comfortable ride.

Source: NewsDay ENG
Why commercial vans and off-road SUVs rarely get full redesigns Industry © WEB CARTOP
JP Japan

Why commercial vans and off-road SUVs rarely get full redesigns

Commercial vans and ladder-frame SUVs have full model change cycles of 14 to 20 years or more. For instance, the current Toyota HiAce has been in production since 2004, and the Land Cruiser 70 since 1984. Reasons include lower competition, high durability requirements, longer average service life (about 16 years for commercial vehicles), and smaller market volumes compared to passenger cars.

Source: WEB CARTOP JPN
Tourists paid $17k for Toyota Hiace but it was undriveable within three weeks Lifestyle © RNZ
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Tourists paid $17k for Toyota Hiace but it was undriveable within three weeks

A US couple bought a 29-year-old Toyota Hiace with 238,527 km from Discount Campers in Auckland for $17,000. Within two weeks, electrical issues emerged, followed by clutch failure and engine overheating due to a corroded radiator and cooling system. The Motor Vehicle Disputes Tribunal partially upheld their claim, ordering the seller to pay $3,495 for engine replacement.

Source: RNZ ENG
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Nissan Caravan Review: Endless Interior Space

A 2025 Nissan Caravan Super Long Wide owner shares their experience. The vehicle was chosen for its rarity: wide Caravan models are less common than Toyota HiAce equivalents. Key advantages include vast interior space (standing room) and a car-like design. Disadvantages include parking difficulties (no multi-story garages), low overpass restrictions, and high fuel consumption (approx. 400 km per 65L tank).

Source: 新車・中古車の自動車総合情報サイト【carview!】 JPN
Japanese camper without overpaying: minimalism and freedom at the price of a used car Builds © Рамблер/женский
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Japanese camper without overpaying: minimalism and freedom at the price of a used car

US company Vanlife Northwest offers a conversion kit for the Toyota Hiace into a camper van. The Space Cabin kit costs $27,000; the van itself is sold separately ($20,000–$35,000). Interior includes: sofa-bed, two kitchen areas, 12V fridge, sink with pump, auxiliary battery, modular table, solid wood storage boxes, vinyl flooring, LED lights with USB ports. Optional: Webasto diesel heater, grey water tank. Total price ($47,000–$62,000) is lower than a branded motorhome.

Source: Рамблер/женский RUS
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Toyota HiAce transforms into a minimalist camper: kit price from $27,000

Vanlife Northwest from Portland has introduced the Space Cabin conversion kit for the Toyota HiAce, turning the van into a camper. The kit starts at $27,000, and with a used HiAce priced from $5,000, the total cost of a ready camper can be around $33,000. The kit includes pull-out sofas, two kitchen areas, storage, a 10-gallon water tank, and a 200 Ah battery. Rear suspension upgrades compensate for added weight and maintain handling.

Source: svobodanews.ru RUS
22-year-old quits high-paying job, converts van into camper for Australia road trip Lifestyle © Znews.vn
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22-year-old quits high-paying job, converts van into camper for Australia road trip

Cassandra Jovanovic quit her stable job and spent over $30,000 converting a 2010 Toyota HiAce into a camper. Over 11–14 months she covered more than 40,000 km across Australia, facing breakdowns and lack of amenities.

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