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The coffee.bez.coffee editorial team analyzed 3,581 news stories from 56 countries in early 2026. Declining sales in Germany and the USA, Hyundai electric campers, budget Wuling motorhomes, KAMAZes with saunas in Russia, parking bans in Turkey — a comprehensive overview of motorhome industry trends by world region.
Which RV Toilet to Choose: Complete Guide to Types, Technologies and Costs
Comprehensive review of all RV and camper toilet types: cassette, portable, gravity, vacuum, macerating, dry flush, sealing, incinerating, composting and separating. Comparison of models, consumables, installation and annual costs.
Best Motorhome Apps 2026: How to Find the Perfect Parking and Camping Spot
Complete guide to the best apps for finding motorhome parking spots and campsites in 2026. Free and paid options for Russia, Europe, and worldwide.
Camper starts fire while burning weeds, causes nearly million-franc damage
A Frenchman has been convicted for a fire at a campsite in Winterthur. The man attempted to burn weeds with a portable gas torch but accidentally ignited a hedge, leading to several caravans catching fire and gas cylinders exploding. The damage is estimated at 948,000 Swiss francs.
Family moves into mobile tiny house in Winterthur
A father and son received permission to place their caravan on the temporary use site "Campo" in Winterthur. Legal parking spaces for mobile tiny houses are extremely rare in the area. The interim use project will remain until 2027.
Swiss Vignette Cost for 2026 and Rules for Motorhomes
The annual Swiss vignette price for 2026 remains unchanged at 44.50 euros. It is mandatory for vehicles and trailers up to 3.5 tons on motorways, while heavier motorhomes are subject to a separate flat-rate heavy vehicle charge.
St. Gallen to offer motorhome overnight parking from April
A temporary facility for motorhome travelers is planned on the Platztor site in St. Gallen. An association is setting up three parking spaces as interim use before construction work begins in 2029. The project is considered a test initiative.
Controversial tiny house in Burgdorf relocated to a legal site
A tiny house used as a dwelling, which caused controversy after the Burgdorf elections, has been moved. It is now legally situated on Bernstrasse street.
Swiss-built MOWAG DURO 6x6 expedition motorhome offered for sale
A privately-owned expedition motorhome based on a 2006 MOWAG DURO 6x6 chassis is listed for sale in Switzerland. The vehicle, converted into a living space in 2023, features permanent 6x6 all-wheel drive, two sleeping berths, and is equipped with a diesel heater, solar panels, and lithium batteries. The asking price is CHF 245,000 (approx. €263,000), and it is available immediately.
Switzerland Road Trip | Practical Tips for Cars and Caravans from the Field
A traveler shares practical advice for a winter road trip in Switzerland with a 4x4 caravan. Key recommendations include using winter or all-terrain tires year-round, carrying snow chains, and being aware of high speeding fines and unpredictable mountain pass closures. The article also suggests using apps like Park4Night and iOverlander to find overnight stops.
If Homer Simpson had designed a camper car, it would have been like this six-wheeled Cadillac with a...
In 1978, Swiss designer Franco Sbarro created a mobile office based on a Cadillac Eldorado for Saudi businessman Joseph E. Adjadj. The vehicle, over seven meters long and weighing nearly three tons, featured four large seats, desks, telephones, a refrigerator, a coffee maker, and a TV, but no beds or kitchen. The project remained a single prototype, as it was considered too large, expensive, and ahead of its time for an era without remote work culture.