Off-road trailers are an Australian specialty. In order to successfully navigate the continent's roads and wilderness, you need a car that is strong and can handle extreme conditions. The Lotus Off Grid has everything you need in such a situation, and is distinguished by luxurious equipment. Is it possible to go somewhere far away from civilization and at the same time not give up modernity and comfort? The Australian brand Lotus Caravans proves that it is. The company's offer includes four models of off-road "camping" or rather expedition trailers, three of which are large two-axle trailers. Off Grid is a young model, and at the same time the only one that needs two wheels.

Lotus Off Grid - off-road apartment

If you don't know yet what to ask Santa Claus this year, we have two tips for you. We hope you would enjoy such a gift, but… there is a problem. Getting these trailers is not just a matter of money. That is why we think the intervention of a Saint would be very useful here. Slightly rounded trailers, reminiscent of vehicles from years ago, have been experiencing their renaissance for a long time - especially in the United States. Nest (literally "Nest") is in line with the trend, according to which the caravan should look both classic and modern. But fresh and simply great design is not everything in this case.

Nest and Mogo - dreams that are hard to come true

In line with its philosophy, Challenger wants to offer campers with the best quality/equipment/price ratio. Additionally, it gives you the opportunity to choose from a range of available base vehicles - we can have a camper based on the Fiat Ducato or a similar model built on the Ford Transit chassis. Are semi-integrated models without a recess from this manufacturer worth considering?. Challenger is a French manufacturer that, although it has been operating since 1985 , still does not have an official representative office in Poland. However, to buy a vehicle of this brand, you do not have to go to France or Germany, because the Czech distributor is located only 100 km from Bielsko-Biała, in Międzyrzecz Wołoski. This means that for potential Polish customers the path to their own Challenger is not too far away - at least in the geographical sense.

Challenger - closer than you think

It is hard to find a caravan more characteristic than Airstream. Walls made of bare aluminum connected with rivets are actually one of the symbols of America today. It is possible, however, that the Europeans who dream about the American dream will be able to fulfill their dream more easily. And that's thanks to the new Basecamp caravan. If you associate Airstream trailers with huge space vehicles on wheels, it's time to verify this idea. The sizes typical for the American brand and strong curves have given way to slightly more slender lines and a compact silhouette.

Basecamp - camping capsule from the USA

Morelo - a German manufacturer of luxury motorhomes recently showed its new and top model in its offer. The Empire Liner is among motorhomes what the Mercedes S-Class is among passenger cars - the epitome of wealth and glamor, but not without practical advantages. The reference to Mercedes is not unfounded, and in the case of the Empire Liner, the base is not the S-class, but the Atego truck. For the premiere, which took place during the autumn Caravan Salon in Dusseldorf, the manufacturer chose a 10-meter version with a 7.7-liter engine and 299 HP (the maximum available is 11.5 meters long and a 320 HP engine).

Empire Liner - comfort zone

The all-new Volkswagen Crafter will soon hit showrooms. He will not travel to those in Poland for too long, because it is produced in Września - in the new and most modern Vokswagen factory in Europe. It cannot be denied that the most popular base for motorhomes around the world is currently the Fiat Ducato . Other vehicles are also occasionally used, including Volskwagen T6 . But Crafter ? It is already a larger vehicle designed for the hardships of hard work. However, we have no doubts that there will be companies that will also adopt this model for tourism purposes.

Volskwagen Crafter - a base for a Polish motorhome?

We have written more than once about modular equipment for camping vehicles. However, in the case of the Happier Camper trailer, modularity takes on a completely new meaning. In this case, we can actually build the interior with ready-made "blocks". From the outside, HC1 looks like a perfectly restored trailer from several decades ago. You have to look closely to notice that retro style has been combined here with modernity. The fact that we are not dealing with an old trailer is evidenced by large, openable, multi-part windows , wide side doors, or a large, telescopically raised rear hatch.

HC1 - build your own trailer

The Mobilvetta brand is little known with us, and when we hear about it, it is usually related to the most luxurious, fully integrated models, such as the K-Yacht . Although they are the best showcase of the brand, it is worth noting that Italians also offer semi-integrated campers - both with alcoves and with a low roof. Mobilvetta motorhomes belong to this group of vehicles, for which the appearance is a very big advantage. Already on the outside, attention is drawn to carefully crafted details , and after a short visit inside, a good first impression has a chance to turn into a perfect one.

Mobilvetta - Italians vs Germany

Customers expect something special from top manufacturers of motorhomes and caravans. Bürstner clearly felt the pressure and decided to show that he can anticipate and respond to upcoming trends . It is a pity that the Harmony model is a concept model, so it is not possible to buy this motorhome at the moment. Some sources claim that the launch of the Harmony model - premiered at the September fair in Düsseldorf - depends on customer feedback. If the motorhome is met with great interest, it will go into production. Other sources suggest, in turn, that in this form the vehicle will not be available for purchase, but the elements used in it can be used in new Bürstner models.

A harmonious motorhome from Bürstner

Weinsberg is one of the many brands in the portfolio of the Knaus Tabbert group. The customers' interest in motorhomes and caravans of this brand is primarily influenced by the favorable - compared to competitors - prices of these vehicles. To simplify things, Weinsberg has a bit of a relationship with Knaus as Skoda is with Volkswagen. The brands belonging to the same concern have access to the same technical knowledge, but are intended for completely different customers. In order not to be groundless, let's take a look at the prices.

Weinsberg - Knaus&#39;s cheaper brother

LMC - a German manufacturer of motorhomes and caravans, decided to surprise its customers for the new season, and at the same time cause a little stress on its numerous competitors. In 2017, the popular Breezer Lift model will be offered fully equipped as standard. How do you get your customers' attention when the competition is so fierce? LMC has more and more strong arguments. The basic one is the fact that currently all caravans and campers of this brand are marked with the Long Life Technology symbol. Behind this name is a modern, although more and more commonly used construction, from which wooden elements have been eliminated and laminates were used, including GRP . On the other hand, polystyrene was replaced with polystyrene foam ( XPS ). As a result, we get a vehicle with good insulation, and at the same time resistant to moisture and hail.

LMC Breezer Lift and Maestro - Option as Standard

The Carado is the best proof that you don't need a huge number of models to count on the touring car market. Among the vehicles of this German brand, we can find as many as 15 different variants, but the basic models are only two - with an alcove and with a low roof. Carado cannot boast a long history. The production of motorhomes of this brand started in December 2006 in Neustadt and from the very beginning was carried out under the auspices of Erwin Hymer Group, which currently includes as many as 16 different brands.

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