The coffee.bez.coffee editorial team analyzed 3,581 news stories from 56 countries in early 2026. Declining sales in Germany and the USA, Hyundai electric campers, budget Wuling motorhomes, KAMAZes with saunas in Russia, parking bans in Turkey — a comprehensive overview of motorhome industry trends by world region.

A year-round motorhome campsite is operating in the city of Kempten in the Allgäu region. The site with 38 pitches offers electricity, water, a sanitary block, and waste disposal. The daily fee is 18 euros, with a maximum stay of 5 days.

The operator of the parking lot at Robert-Lehr-Ufer in Düsseldorf has raised prices. The site near the Rhine Terrace is known for its proximity to the old town. The new rates are significantly higher than before.

Residents in Kiel are increasingly frustrated by motorhomes and caravans blocking parking spaces for months. Motorhomes can park indefinitely if they follow traffic regulations. Caravans are limited to a maximum of two weeks in one spot, with violations incurring a 20-euro fine.

Volkswagen has introduced a Multivan Camper variant delivered without interior fittings, intended as a base for professional or DIY conversion. It features a pop-up roof and swivel seats but lacks rear seats, a table, and appliances. Pricing starts at £52,680 (approx. $71,500), undercutting the fully-equipped California. The vehicle requires conversion and secondary type approval before it can be registered in the UK.

A new motorhome based on a Citroen Jumper burned out in Ulm. The fire was caused by a battery under the driver's seat. To prevent re-ignition, firefighters removed the battery and stored it in a special steel container filled with sand.

The Wingcube is a distinctive camper trailer concept currently in development. It can sleep up to eight people, with its main feature being hinged sides that open into tent-like shelters. These include storage shelves and a meal preparation area, though production status remains unclear.

An unusual accident occurred on the S293 road near Lichtentanne. A wheel, presumably detached from a caravan, collided with an Audi car, causing 15,000 euros in damage. The owner of the caravan, which was being towed by a BMW, only noticed the missing wheel later, allowing police to make the connection.

An open-air car park in Izmit, Kocaeli, was flooded due to strong winds and a rise in sea level. Parked caravans and vehicles were submerged. Owners rushed to the scene to try and save their property, but the situation was described as severe.

A fire broke out in a caravan in the town of Hârșova. Firefighters from the local station responded with a special vehicle and a SMURD emergency medical team.

Evolution Warranties has launched warranty products for motorhomes and caravans. The launch is taking place at the Camping & Motorhome Show at the NEC in Birmingham. The new motorhome product offers complete coverage for vehicles of any age and mileage, and includes a Dealer Discretion Fund.

The Portuguese motorhome and camper van rental platform Indie Campers has acquired the UK-based brands Just Go and Bunk Campers from New Zealand's THL. The deal will expand the company's pickup locations in the UK and Ireland to nine. Indie Campers will maintain the acquired brands as distinct offerings within the group.

Campgrounds in the Austrian state of Vorarlberg recorded an increase in overnight stays of over 4% last year. Authorities plan to amend the law: the share of mobile homes and bungalows on sites may rise from 30% to 50%, and their maximum size from 50 to 60 sq m. A uniform ban on wild camping, similar to Tyrol's model, is also under discussion.

The Affinity M Three motorhome, based on a MAN TGE, has been introduced with an electric lifting system for its rear beds. The 6.84-meter-long vehicle includes a full wet bathroom, 110- and 100-liter water tanks, and is designed for three occupants. Its main innovation is converting the sleeping area into a cargo zone for transporting bicycles.

A retired Brazilian couple sold their apartment in Rio de Janeiro and has been living in a motorhome while traveling through Europe for six years. They have visited 25 countries in that time. Their motorhome, nicknamed 'Carioquinha', is equipped with sleeping berths, a kitchen, and a bathroom.

Supertramp Campers has introduced the Paragon, a chassis-mounted expedition camper built on a Ford F-350 one-ton truck. The starting price is $189,000, with a dry weight between 9,000 and 11,500 pounds, and it is set for public debut at Overland Expo West in March 2026. The model features a composite shell, a Truma heating system, and lithium batteries, aiming to offer a more compact and affordable option compared to the company's larger expedition vehicles.

Evotrex has released an online calculator to model energy and water usage for RVs. The tool uses real-world data on weather, appliance use, and travel habits to forecast off-grid autonomy. It is designed to help plan extended trips by replacing guesswork with data-driven projections.

Work has started to convert the abandoned 'Olindo Fiore' sports field in the Bussolino district into an equipped motorhome parking area. The decision to change the site's function was approved by the municipal council on December 15. The initial phase involved clearing the area of overgrown vegetation.

An American couple sold a compact 90s camper van shortly after purchase. The vehicle proved too cramped for two adults and also had a faulty generator and high maintenance costs.

One-way motorhome rentals by foreign tourists in Japan have increased approximately 3.5 times compared to the previous year. Japan Camping Car Rental Center has strengthened its Tokyo-Hiroshima route and reopened its Hiroshima branch on February 18, 2026, to accommodate the growing demand for long-distance, inter-city travel.

The Suzuki Every minivan is gaining traction as a base vehicle for conversion into a light camper van. The model is noted for its easy entry and exit, as well as top-class payload capacity in its segment. This positions it as a practical choice for building a compact camper.

The company ARB has introduced a conversion kit to turn the Dacia Bigster SUV into a camper van. The kit features a permanent kitchen in the trunk and a rooftop tent for sleeping. The total cost for the vehicle with the conversion is approximately 33,000 euros.

At the Japan Camping Car Show 2026 in Makuhari, LAC Holdings unveiled two prototype electric motorhomes, the LAC EV CAMPER. Based on the Kia PV5, the models feature a 71.2 kWh battery with a range of approximately 520 km and a 1500 W outlet for unrestricted use of household appliances.

European innovations could make winter camping in motorhomes and caravans more comfortable. Fraunhofer researchers are developing phase-change material walls that store and release heat, while companies Heliatek and Exeger create flexible solar films for any surface. These technologies are currently experimental and not yet applied in production campers.

The Japanese brand yadocari, in collaboration with Washio Co., has launched the KURUMOCHI insulated blanket for sleeping in vehicles. The product uses a patented 1970s napping technology and features a dual-mode design for use before and during sleep. It is manufactured in Hyogo Prefecture and is currently available through crowdfunding.

The Dacia Bigster SUV can be converted into a camper van with an aftermarket kit. The kit, priced at approximately 7,000 euros, adds a roof-top bed and a kitchen unit in the trunk. The total cost for the adventure-ready vehicle would be under 40,000 euros.

Guangxi Disen Hong'an RV is constructing a new 10,000 sq m production workshop in Yulin's industrial park. The facility is expected to be operational by March-April 2026, increasing annual caravan production capacity to over 1,000 units. The company's travel trailers are entirely for export, primarily to Australia.

The Beuel district of Bonn, Germany, is facing a shortage of parking spaces for motorhomes. Local political parties are currently discussing solutions to create designated parking areas, as owners need year-round storage for their vehicles.

The U.S. van conversion market has matured, creating specialized builders for mobile living. The ranking is based on build quality, customer reviews, design innovation, and industry reputation. Companies like Vansmith, Outside Van, and Sportsmobile are noted for full-time builds, adventure rigs, and off-road capability, respectively.

A fire broke out at a campsite on Ganghwa Island in Incheon. One caravan was completely destroyed, but there were no casualties. Firefighters contained the blaze and prevented it from spreading.