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Despite record overnight stays at campsites, motorhome sales in Austria remain low. The key reason cited is the NoVA tax, which makes motorhomes 40-45% more expensive in Austria than in Germany. In 2025, only 2,054 new motorhomes were sold in Austria, representing 2.5% of the German market.

A campsite in the Austrian state of Carinthia is closing after 39 years due to the introduction of a daily tourist tax of 4 euros. The owner stated the tax would account for 28% of the campsite's annual turnover, making the business unviable. Plans for reinvestment and rezoning have been withdrawn.

Salzburg offers organized stops and daytime parking for motorhome travelers. The main year-round stop has 110 spaces with utilities and direct bus connection to the city center. Daytime parking in the city is allowed for a maximum of 3 hours, while overnight stays are prohibited.

A court has approved a restructuring plan for Austrian tiny house pioneer WW Wohnwagon in its insolvency proceedings. Creditors will receive a quota of 20%, payable within two years. The plan is already confirmed following a cash payment of 5%.

The Tiny House pioneer "WW Wohnwagon GmbH" filed for insolvency on December 9, 2025. A restructuring plan has been proposed, offering creditors a 20% quota over two years, contingent on a 5% cash deposit by June 30, 2026.

The classic physical vignette sticker for Austrian motorways will be discontinued from 2027. 2026 is the last year travelers can choose between the sticker and the digital version. The digital vignette is linked to the license plate and enforced by cameras; spontaneous travelers must note an 18-day activation period for online purchases.