Vanlife trend: online data and remote work funding travel

A Brazilian man built a compact motorhome inspired by the Cybertruck design using an old trailer. The project was completed in a home garage with a budget of around $500, demonstrating the possibility of creating mobile living space with minimal investment.

The municipality of Araçatuba held a public hearing on draft rules for permitting trailers on public land. On January 3, around 80 participants reviewed the proposed regulations and asked questions. The initiative aims to regulate the placement of mobile commercial ventures and ensure transparency in the permitting process.

A retired couple is traveling across Brazil while living in a motorhome. They produce and sell handmade crafts to fund their travels. They are currently in the city of Cacoal.

Publisher Silver Lining Interactive and developer Square Glade Games announced the release date for Outbound. The open-world exploration game, where players live in and customize a van, will launch on April 23 for PC, Xbox Series X|S, Switch 2, and PS5. A playable demo is now available for Switch and Switch 2.

State deputy Antídio Lunelli has introduced a bill to create the Caravanning Support Program in Santa Catarina. The program would encourage new tourist routes, support points, overnight parking areas, and improved infrastructure for motorhomes, trailers, and camper vans. The law does not mandate specific spending but establishes guidelines for organizing the sector and stimulating investment.

A Brazilian retiree manually converts vehicles into habitable motorhomes. His project has already enabled travels through South American countries.