Terracamper puts extra flex in world’s toughest off-grid VW camper van

We’ve looked over many an all-terrain VW Transporter camper van on the floor and grass of some of the world’s largest camper and overland shows over the years. The production model that continually pops up as the alpha dog of the bunch is the Terracamp… Continue reading Terracamper puts extra flex in world’s toughest off-grid VW camper van

Bathroom included: Ford Nugget Plus camper van outshines VW’s pop-top

As beloved as it is, the VW California camper van often draws one major criticism: no bathroom. Ford already offers a bathroom option for its Transit-Custom-based Nugget camper van lineup, but the top-heavy high roof of that long-wheelbase Nugget Plus … Continue reading Bathroom included: Ford Nugget Plus camper van outshines VW’s pop-top

GehoCab turns new Bronco and Defender into sleek, go-anywhere mini-RVs

The last time we looked at the work of Germany’s GehoCab, it was concentrating its skills on creating gorgeous little off-road motorhomes out of the Volkswagen Amarok. It’s now expanding its reach in a rather big way, reconfiguring its carbon-shelled c… Continue reading GehoCab turns new Bronco and Defender into sleek, go-anywhere mini-RVs

Jeep builds the Gladiator into a proper 4×4 micro-RV concept

Ford may have the new shimmer of the Bronco Off-Roadeo series, but Jeep has the long-running success of the annual Easter Jeep Safari. At least it did until COVID-19 came through and canceled the planned 54th edition this year. But Jeep didn’t use that… Continue reading Jeep builds the Gladiator into a proper 4×4 micro-RV concept

Pop-top Unimog motorhome brings smart living to unpeopled hinterlands

Some off-road expedition vehicles replicate the comforts and elbow room of home by pairing huge, stretched living modules with huge trucks. Others attempt to optimize off-roadability by squeezing cramped living quarters into existing utility vehicle fo… Continue reading Pop-top Unimog motorhome brings smart living to unpeopled hinterlands

Knaus panoramic pop-top blows up big camper van views and space for 7

Knaus Tabbert is adding some serious pop to its 202 “caravan utility vehicle” (CUV) camper vans. Its new pop-up roof combines clean ambient lighting, smart features like wireless induction charging and a panoramic window into the best room in the house… Continue reading Knaus panoramic pop-top blows up big camper van views and space for 7

Pössl moves on up with small, ultra-versatile Mercedes 4×4 camper van

With its Campster and Vanster, Germany’s Pössl already offers two of the most versatile camper vans on the road, vans optimized for morphing between everyday driving, gear-hauling and camping configurations. Now it’s bringing that versatility home to G… Continue reading Pössl moves on up with small, ultra-versatile Mercedes 4×4 camper van

OHV Doc Holiday off-grid camper van roams the wilds of the West

The brilliant red scenery of Southern Utah has served as the backdrop of many a Western film, so it seems fitting that a Utah camper conversion shop would borrow the historic names popularized by such films in creating off-road adventure vans built to … Continue reading OHV Doc Holiday off-grid camper van roams the wilds of the West

Volkswagen goes tiny but expandable with new Mini-Camper van

Following up on the full-size Grand California it launched in 2018 and the updated midsize California it launched last year, Volkswagen now turns its vehicle-camping mastery to its smallest van. A new-generation Caddy calls for a new-generation Caddy B… Continue reading Volkswagen goes tiny but expandable with new Mini-Camper van

Embassy Sport camper van pushes the party outside with tailgate deck

An accelerating RV trend this year has been the inside-out camper with flexible indoor/outdoor layout that encourages occupants to spend all their cooking, eating and living time outdoors, retiring inside only at night or to escape inclement weather. T… Continue reading Embassy Sport camper van pushes the party outside with tailgate deck