Custom Ford Transit Camper Van Serves as Basecamp for Weekend and Long Trips

Oregon State Parks are considering an increase in fees for full-hookup RV sites. The nightly rate could rise to $80. The proposed change is attributed to rising operational costs and the need for infrastructure maintenance.

Camco has introduced the 40052 brass water pressure regulator for RV and camper water systems. The device features 3/4-inch fittings and is designed to protect plumbing from pressure spikes at campground hookups.

A 22-year-old from Tennessee built a tiny home on a 2003 Ford Ranger truck bed to live rent-free and travel. He started the $3,000 DIY project in January 2025. According to the RV Industry Association, approximately 486,000 U.S. citizens now live full-time in RVs, with Gen Z and millennials making up 22% of owners.

A two-pack of foldable ground mounts for solar panels has been presented. The steel rack construction is intended for use with campers, RVs, and off-grid systems. The mounts allow panels to be positioned on the ground for improved efficiency.

RV dealer group Bish’s RV has expanded with a new location in Rapid City, South Dakota. The dealership will operate from the former Jack’s Campers facility in Piedmont, offering new and pre-owned RVs from brands like Jayco and Winnebago. The company emphasizes a streamlined buying process with its Easy Sign remote paperwork program and backs each purchase with a 72-hour return guarantee.

Tune Outdoor, maker of lightweight pop-up truck campers, has expanded its installation and service network into the U.S. Midwest. The company added three new affiliate partners in Ohio, Illinois, and Michigan, bringing its total dealer network to 14 across the United States and Canada. This allows customers to have campers installed locally by trained professionals instead of traveling to the Denver headquarters.