According to the Swedish Caravan and Motorhome Industry Association (HRF), only 9 new caravans were registered in January, a 68% decrease year-on-year. Meanwhile, motorhome registrations doubled to 122 units. The overall caravan market declined by 15.5% in 2025.

Dometic released its Q4 2025 financial results. Net sales were SEK 4,058 million, a 15% decrease, while operating profit (EBITA) reached SEK 245 million. The company observed a gradual market stabilization and sequential sales improvement during the quarter, despite continued caution from dealers and end consumers.

At the CMT show in Stuttgart, Swedish manufacturer Kabe premiered its first semi-integrated motorhome, the Novum TRAQ 750 LGB, featuring standard rear-wheel drive. The 7.45-meter motorhome is built on a Mercedes chassis and offers optional four-wheel drive. Concurrently, the company received three awards from German readers in polls for imported motorhome categories.

At the CMT show in Stuttgart, Swedish manufacturer Kabe presented the new TM Novum TRAQ 750 LGB model. This is the brand's first partially integrated motorhome with rear-wheel drive as standard and optional four-wheel drive. The motorhome is built on a Mercedes Sprinter chassis, with a base price starting at 121,680 euros.

A man has died from injuries sustained after being trapped under a motorhome in Vännäsby, Västerbotten, on Christmas Day. The vehicle, which was parked, overturned while he was reportedly working on it. Police do not suspect any crime in connection with the incident.

Swedish manufacturers Kabe and Polar produce caravans adapted for cold weather camping. Key features include thickened sandwich panels up to 51 mm, Alde wet central heating systems, and internally mounted water tanks. The design focuses on minimizing heat loss and preventing freezing.

A 45-year-old man has died after being trapped under a motorhome that overturned in Vännäsby on Christmas Day. The incident occurred around noon while the man was reportedly working on the parked vehicle, and police do not suspect any crime. The man was treated at Norrland University Hospital in Umeå but later succumbed to his injuries.

The Swedish company Kabe has renamed its camper van to Abisko Van, marketing it for 365-day-a-year use. The 6.97-meter-long model, based on a Mercedes Sprinter, features an Alde heating system and AirVent ventilation. Standard configuration includes rear-wheel drive and a 170 hp engine, with all-wheel drive and dual rear wheels available as options.

Swedish company Vagabond Haven has introduced the Nature Pod mobile home built on a trailer base. The basic model without furniture costs 14,000 euros, is 4.9 meters long, and features a 45mm thick ThermoWood construction that eliminates a wooden frame to reduce weight and cost.

The Piteå Environmental and Supervisory Board is taking strict action against a property owner in the camping industry for ongoing illegal wastewater discharge. Despite a 2021 prohibition, the company continues to release inadequately treated sewage from toilets and greywater, posing risks to the environment and public health. A new injunction, backed by a potential fine of 350,000 SEK, has now been issued to halt the discharges.

Swedish company Vagabond Haven has introduced the Nature Pod, a mobile tiny house constructed from thermo-treated pine. The unfurnished base model costs 15,500 euros, while a fully equipped version with a trailer and insulation is priced at 36,730 euros. The 6x2.3x2.5 meter unit requires external connections to electricity and water.

The article clarifies the legal restrictions on 'fricamping' or wild camping with motorhomes in Sweden. The right of public access (Allemansrätten) does not permit camping with motor vehicles, and off-road driving is prohibited by law. To avoid fines, owners are advised to contact local tourist offices for information on designated parking and camping areas.

The cooperative adventure game RV There Yet?, where players drive a motorhome, has become a viral hit on Steam. Developed by Sweden's Nuggets Entertainment and released on October 21, the game sold over 1 million copies in its first four days, reaching a peak of 100,000 concurrent players and receiving nearly 9,000 'Very Positive' reviews. The game features online co-op for up to four players, a winch with realistic physics, and various interactive elements, though it currently only supports the English language.

The cooperative game RV There Yet? from Swedish studio Nuggets Entertainment sold 1.3 million copies on Steam within days of its October 21 release, surprising its developers. The game, priced at around 320 rubles, features up to four players navigating a motorhome through rough terrain using winches and includes interactions like smoking. It reached a peak of nearly 97,000 concurrent players, with 49% of its audience in Europe.

A Slovenian couple concluded a five-year motorhome journey across over 40 countries and 73,500 kilometers, opting to settle in a remote 120-year-old house in Dalarna, Sweden. They admitted the transition was difficult, having lived entirely in their vehicle without using hotels or campsites. Their new life involves a renovation project and adjusting to a stationary, isolated lifestyle far from urban centers.