Illegal fuel tank modification for Fiat Ducato motorhomes

The Nuremberg Higher Regional Court has ordered manufacturer Stellantis to compensate the owner of a Carthago Chic motorhome for illegal defeat devices. The court found that the base Fiat Ducato chassis employed several unauthorized emission control strategies, which resulted in a loss of the vehicle's market value.

An attempted theft from a motorhome has been reported in Germany. The incident occurred while the vehicle's owners were absent. Police are investigating and advise motorhome owners to increase security measures.

Mercedes-Benz has unveiled the updated Marco Polo camper van based on the V-Class. Key updates feature a new aluminum pop-up roof, an enhanced MBAC control system, and a fully integrated production process at the Ludwigsfelde plant in Germany. The model maintains its dual-purpose design for both daily use and travel.

The resort town of Schliersee in Germany has developed a plan to regulate motorhome parking. The concept involves designating five specific parking areas with infrastructure, banning parking elsewhere, and introducing overnight fees including a tourist tax. The final decision on the plan will be made at the municipal council meeting on February 24, 2026.

A young family has realized their dream of living in a mobile tiny house with an area of 30 square meters. They state that minimalism provides them with both freedom and stability.

The German company Weinsberg has introduced the CaraBus Outlaw camper van with a garage for motorcycles. Based on the Fiat Ducato, Peugeot Boxer, or Citroën Jumper, the model features a cargo area of 4500 liters, 2.2 meters long and over 1.4 meters high. The camper is equipped with a double bed, kitchen, separate bathroom, and is offered in Spain starting at 70,000 euros.