Land Rover Defender 110 with engine swap converted into a camper

A UK family bought a damp caravan for £500 via Facebook Marketplace. They renovated it into a functional camper, now used for cost-free family trips. The project highlights a budget approach to creating mobile holiday accommodation.

Vandals ripped down and threw over a cliff traffic signs prohibiting overnight motorhome parking in the coastal areas of Sandsend and Cayton Bay in North Yorkshire. The county council introduced an experimental ban due to the increased number of motorhomes but faced overwhelming objections and vandalism, which disrupted data collection. A final decision on making the ban permanent will be made next month based on data from only two of the three planned sites.

AL-KO has introduced a new safety breakaway cable for caravan hitches. The cable is designed to prevent a trailer from detaching from the towing vehicle in the event of a hitch failure. It meets safety standards and is compatible with various AL-KO coupling models.

UK-based Sussex Campervans has unveiled the first pop-top conversion for the Kia PV5 electric van. The conversion utilizes recycled materials and adds only 18mm to the vehicle's height. The conversion price starts from £68,995.

Vango has introduced the Kela Pro Air Driveaway Awning, an inflatable awning designed for campervans. It is constructed from 6000mm HH ripstop fabric and has a height ranging from 255 to 295 cm. The awning can be attached to the vehicle or used as a standalone tent.

Using motorhomes as mobile offices is becoming a noticeable trend among entrepreneurs in the United Kingdom. Surveys indicate that nearly 38% of independent professionals in Europe consider mobility a secondary factor when choosing business infrastructure. The increased demand for motorhomes with enhanced connectivity and ergonomics is linked to the shift towards hybrid work and the aim to reduce office rental costs.