Quietcation Trend Drives Demand for RVs

Tour operator Abreu is focusing on motorhome rentals for agents during the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the United States. The company offers packages combining flights, ground services, and motorhome rentals through partner Cruise America. The rental fleet has been renewed with 1000 new vehicles.

Frank Konigseder Sr., founder and president of Liberty Coach, passed away on February 12 at age 88. The company he founded in 1972 is the oldest continuously operating Prevost coach converter and is recognized for producing premium motorhomes.

A custom motorhome built on a 1947 Dodge COE truck, resembling a giant wooden barrel, has been sold in Utah. The conversion features parts from a sunken ship and an old cabin, includes a full kitchen, bathroom, and bedroom. The owners listed it for $15,000 after reviving its 318 cubic-inch V8 engine.

The article compares an expensive hybrid motorhome with a fully electric Chevy BrightDrop van. The 2026 Entegra hybrid motorhome costs $300,000–$400,000, has an electric range of about 105 miles, and uses a fossil fuel generator. The all-electric BrightDrop van costs under $50,000, has a range of 250–272 miles, and can be converted into a camper.

A new RV resort with a water park is under development in West Monroe, Louisiana. The first phase, targeting a July 4 opening weather permitting, will include about 65 RV sites and the water park. The full 37-acre project is planned to eventually feature 180 RV spots, 20 cabins, and a stocked pond.

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.