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Romanian family travels the world in an 8 sq m motorhome © HotNews.ro
Lifestyle RO Romania 2 days ago

Romanian family travels the world in an 8 sq m motorhome

A Romanian family has been living in a motorhome and traveling the world for ten years. Two adults, a child, and two dogs occupy a space of 8 square meters. The parents work remotely in media and marketing, which finances their lifestyle. They are currently in the Apulia region of Italy.

Romanian family travels the world in a motorhome for 10 years © Totul Despre Mame
Lifestyle RO Romania 2 days ago

Romanian family travels the world in a motorhome for 10 years

A family from Romania has been living in an 8-square-meter motorhome for a decade, traveling to various countries. Their six-year-old daughter lives with them and the two dogs, with her education conducted online. The family sustains their lifestyle through remote work in media and marketing.

Hyundai unveils Staria electric camper van concept at CMT 2026 © PROMOBIL
Industry PT Portugal 18.01.2026 62

Hyundai unveils Staria electric camper van concept at CMT 2026

Hyundai presented the Staria Camper Concept, an electric camper van study, at the CMT 2026 show in Stuttgart. The company aims to launch a production version in Europe within the next two years. The concept features an 800-volt architecture for fast charging, a roof-mounted solar panel, and a classic interior layout.

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Mercedes-Benz unveils Marco Polo camper vans at CMT show © Tarantas News
Industry RO Romania 13.01.2026

Mercedes-Benz unveils Marco Polo camper vans at CMT show

At the Caravan Motor Touristik show, Mercedes-Benz launched the V-Class Marco Polo and Marco Polo HORIZON camper vans, alongside Sprinter-based conversions. The Marco Polo is aimed at extended vacations, while the HORIZON is designed for weekend getaways. Both models feature compact dimensions under two meters and integrate smart technology for daily practicality.

Romanian engineers open their yard to caravans © 24News
Lifestyle RO Romania 04.01.2026

Romanian engineers open their yard to caravans

A couple of engineers in Tăuţii-Măgherăuş, Romania, have listed their yard on the Campernight app for caravan parking. This summer, they hosted tourists from Poland, France, Spain, and Germany. The site can accommodate three caravans simultaneously and offers facilities like a kitchen and bathroom.

Sliding door noise from camper vans disturbs quiet campgrounds © 32CARS
Lifestyle RO Romania 02.01.2026

Sliding door noise from camper vans disturbs quiet campgrounds

A 2025 survey found that noise from camper van sliding doors is the main source of irritation in small, quiet-oriented campgrounds. The study involved 5,311 tourists, with 65.3% citing this noise as most bothersome. However, 86.2% of participants identified poor hygiene as the primary annoyance.

Cluj residents turn to motorhomes amid housing crisis © Ziar Gazeta de Cluj
Lifestyle RO Romania 15.12.2025

Cluj residents turn to motorhomes amid housing crisis

Facing high rental costs, residents of Cluj are adopting creative housing solutions, including living in motorhomes. A compact green house on wheels has appeared in the Făget forest area, bypassing the need for construction permits, especially in a protected zone. The setup costs are significantly lower and the process is faster compared to conventional renting.

Romanian engineers list their yard as a caravan stop via app © ZF.ro
Lifestyle RO Romania 31.12.2025

Romanian engineers list their yard as a caravan stop via app

In Tăuţii-Măgherăuş, Maramureș, Romania, an engineer couple listed their yard on the Campernight app for travel trailer parking. This summer, they hosted tourists from Poland, France, Spain, and Germany. The site can accommodate three trailers at once and offers facilities like a kitchen and bathroom.

Thomson Google TV QLED XS 12V – What Can a QLED TV Designed for Cars, Caravans, or Boats Do? © TechCafe
Industry RO Romania 04.12.2025

Thomson Google TV QLED XS 12V – What Can a QLED TV Designed for Cars, Caravans, or Boats Do?

Thomson has introduced a QLED television designed for mobile use in vehicles, caravans, and boats, powered by a 12V system. The compact models (24 or 32 inches) feature a QLED panel, Google TV OS, and HDR10 support, and can also be used with a standard household power adapter. The review notes its image quality exceeds typical 12V TVs, though hardware performance is entry-level.

Rogue Meridian: Off-road motorhome based on Mercedes Sprinter © Tarantas News
Builds RO Romania 30.11.2025

Rogue Meridian: Off-road motorhome based on Mercedes Sprinter

Rogue has unveiled the Meridian motorhome, built on a Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 170 chassis for off-road travel. The vehicle features an upgraded suspension, all-terrain tires, a 12 kWh electrical system, and includes a lift-up bed, a full bathroom, and a kitchen. It is designed as a self-sufficient mobile home for extended off-grid expeditions.

Caravan completely destroyed by fire in Ocna Sibiului © Ora de Sibiu
Incidents RO Romania 15.11.2025

Caravan completely destroyed by fire in Ocna Sibiului

A powerful fire broke out on Friday at a caravan on Alămorului Street in Ocna Sibiului, completely destroying the vehicle. According to the Sibiu Emergency Inspectorate, the probable cause was an unattended metal stove used for heating. There were no casualties.

Romanian Highway Code Changes: What Vehicles Can Be Driven with a Category B License © Cancan
Law & Regulations RO Romania 15.11.2025

Romanian Highway Code Changes: What Vehicles Can Be Driven with a Category B License

New EU regulations allow Romanian drivers with a standard category B license to operate heavier vehicles under specific conditions. The permissible weight limit is extended from 3.5 to 4.25 tonnes, but only for electric or hybrid vehicles, and drivers must have held the license for at least two years. To obtain the extended license, drivers must complete a practical course without a new exam, and a digital driver's license will be introduced alongside the physical version.

Fire in caravan in Vânători Neamț commune © Ziar Targu Neamt
Incidents RO Romania 08.11.2025

Fire in caravan in Vânători Neamț commune

A fire broke out in a caravan in the Vânători Neamț commune, resulting in one person suffering severe burns. A 45-year-old man sustained second and third-degree burns on 90% of his body and was hospitalized. The probable cause of the fire was the improper placement of combustible materials near the heating system.

Man suffers 90% body burns in caravan fire © Observator News
Incidents RO Romania 08.11.2025

Man suffers 90% body burns in caravan fire

A fire in a caravan in Vânători Neamț commune resulted in severe injuries. The incident occurred on Saturday morning when a stove installed inside ignited flammable materials. The 45-year-old male victim with second and third-degree burns was hospitalized, while a 76-year-old female witness received medical aid for a panic attack.

Elderly man found dead in burning caravan in Vâlcea © agerpres.ro
Incidents RO Romania 26.10.2025

Elderly man found dead in burning caravan in Vâlcea

A 76-year-old man was found dead in a burned-out caravan in Romania. The fire broke out overnight from Saturday to Sunday in a hard-to-reach area, likely caused by a wood stove used for heating. Firefighters had to walk 400 meters and extinguish the flames using buckets of water.

Road Code 2025: New Stricter Rules for Category B Drivers in Romania © Playtech.ro
Law & Regulations RO Romania 13.10.2025

Road Code 2025: New Stricter Rules for Category B Drivers in Romania

Romania's updated 2025 Road Code introduces stricter regulations for drivers with a category B license, particularly concerning towing. Key changes include severe penalties for towing an unregistered trailer, which can constitute a criminal offense punishable by fines over 4,000 lei or imprisonment. The law also specifies technical conditions for towing, such as a maximum authorized mass of 3,500 kg for the vehicle-trailer combination and mandatory functional braking systems.

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