In Case You Missed It: July RV News

From new model announcements to two-wheeled motorhomes, this month has proven to be interesting for RV news. So sit back and relax – we’ll catch you up on the latest RV-related headlines you need to know about.

Volkswagen Announces Production of XXL Camper Van – Volkswagen announced a concept for a new California XXL camper van back in 2017 and the concept is finally turning into a reality this year. The new van will lose some of the “slicker” features of the concept van, but it will give VW camper bus buyers something bigger to think about. Volkswagen is keeping many details under wraps until the Düsseldorf Caravan Salon Show goes underway on August 24th. We’re eager to see all of the features of the van and any surprises VW might have up their sleeve. We’ll be sure to keep you updated as we know more. Read More.

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Leisure Travel Vans Offer Innovative Storage Options for Cyclists – The Canadian motorhome maker, Leisure Travel Vans, has recently released their Wonder Rear Twin Bed (RTB). The company felt the demand for a motorhome with a built-in bicycle garage and they stepped up to the plate. The RTB has the ability to carry two bicycles in an exterior garage and has a smart entertainment system, flexible bedroom, and versatile, multi-use furnishings throughout the unit. Many motorhome/trailer manufacturers are trying to cater to a more active type of buyer (ie: Winnebago Revel, modular VanDolt camper, and Turtlebacker trailer), as more and more buyers want the ability to easily carry all types of adventure gear. We love the concept and can’t wait to see if additional manufacturers adopt the idea. Read More.

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Architecture Student Builds Two-Wheeled Motorhome – We can confidently say we’ve never seen a two-wheeled motorhome… until now. 26-year-old, Jeremy Carman, created this two-wheeled prototype as his bachelor thesis at the Southern California School of Architecture. The prototype is based on a 1993 Honda CBR 1000 F motorbike and a Honda CR 500 motocross bike. The ‘Sleeper Box’ is mounted on the back of the bike and is 183 inches long, just under 39 inches high, and 86 inches wide. Jeremy plans on testing out its capabilities during a 20,000-mile trip from California to the southernmost tip of South America – good luck! Read More.

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‘Tearstock’ Unites Teardrop RVers – We’ve all heard of Woodstock, but have you heard of Tearstock? Liberty Outdoors and Little Guy Trailers recently hosted their 5th annual Tearstock on July 12-15 in Mackinaw City, Michigan, where teardrop RVers united to build camaraderie, share stories and ideas, and tour other teardrop units. The event has grown from a 30 trailer gathering its first year to selling out over 150 campsites this year. Attendees came from all over the country to celebrate standing out from the crowd of campers and motorhomes. We love teardrop trailers and are excited that more and more people are seeing them as great options for traveling. Read More.

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We hope you enjoyed our compilation of top RV-related stories this month. RV news is always pouring in and we love sharing interesting headlines with you. What are your favorite stories this month? Let us know in the comments below!