Companies from all over the world presented themselves during the caravanning show in Dusseldorf. One of the few Polish representatives was the Balcamp company, which deals primarily with the construction of motorhomes based on vans. During the largest caravanning fair in Europe, Balcamp showed two of its cars , prepared on the basis of a Mercedes Sprinter. These motorhomes were a showcase of the company and at the same time a proof that Polish production does not have to differ from that of Western Europe.

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Hymer DuoMobil is the embodiment of two more and more clear trends in the design of camping vehicles. Well, manufacturers are more and more willing to prepare campers for couples, but also more and more often they ask the users themselves for help in designing. Motorhomes for four, six or eight people? These will probably never disappear from the market, but they are losing their popularity today. More and more often , customers want comfort for themselves , and this is difficult when many people have to fit in one car. Hence the new trend to create camping vehicles for couples who want to travel without children. This approach forces a new way of designing space - it is no longer about squeezing as many packages and sleeping places as possible, but that practical solutions should go hand in hand with the comfort of use.

DuoMobil - a motorhome for a couple

The price of a special navigation system for motorhome drivers from Garmin may be a deterrent, but the cost of about PLN 1,400 is an investment for years. Thanks to the Camper 760LMT-D, the journey to the farthest corners of Europe will become extremely comfortable, and you will benefit from many facilities. The device with a 7-inch display gives the possibility of navigation controlled both by voice ( Garmin Real Voice function) and by means of a touch interface. The manufacturer took care of many useful functions, we are able to adapt the route to our needs and capabilities. Thanks to the introduction of the vehicle profile (height, length, width, weight), we avoid restrictions for motorhomes, such as narrow roads, bridge height, steep descents, and even low-hanging branches. ACSI and MHF directories with search filters allow you to check information on campsites with certain amenities. In turn, the "Before you" function offers messages about the nearest restaurants, shops, hospitals or gas stations, and the active lane assistant allows you to safely use exits and turnouts.

Camper 760 LMT-D Navigation - Your Guide to Europe

The Tribute T-720 motorhome is a model that will surely appeal to traveling families or a group of friends. The use of a large number of amenities on such a small area (7m in length) is probably the greatest advantage of the vehicle produced by the British brand. Built and designed in Grimsby by Auto-Trail , the Tribute-720 series camper is currently one of the most popular models in the UK. Among competing brands, it is distinguished primarily by the use of the Ford Transit as the base vehicle, thanks to which the motorhome retains greater stability on the road (the rear wheels extend across the entire width of the body), and also has a much cheaper service. A four-cylinder 2.2-liter turbo-diesel engine and a manual six-speed gearbox won the approval of many drivers. Another advantage of a motorhome is the presence of a cruise control - a device that allows you to maintain a constant speed of the vehicle. The T-720 motorhome has been tested several times and each time received a high rating for driving safety. The manufacturer of the Tribute series has so far been famous for more exclusive motorhomes, but the latest model of the T-720 motorhome surprises with its modern design and number of functional solutions .

Tribute T-720 motorhome

Since the largest caravanning fair is behind us, we can collect various information and think about what the year 2015 will be like. It looks like it will be an interesting season, especially when it comes to motorhomes. Good news for the industry comes mainly from Germany. There, the statistics clearly show that motorhomes are becoming more and more fashionable. Just a few years ago, it could seem that camping tourism is in retreat, and the main customers of companies producing and renting motorhomes are retirees.

Campervan trends 2015

Such vehicles were invented primarily for the military, and their designers probably thought that they would not have a civilian use. But wasn't it different with the Internet? Its creators also thought that such an invention would not be useful to ordinary mortals. The Mercedes-Benz Zetros is a combination of an Actros tractor unit and an off-road Unimog. Their "tourist" versions are prepared by the Hartmann company, while Huenerkopf is responsible for interior design. There are so many options to choose from that the only limitation is probably your imagination. And the laws of physics.

Mercedes Zetros - the most extreme motorhome

In the middle of Carthago's offer is the Chic C-line model. Recently, the manufacturer presented the second generation of this fully integrated motorhome model. The base is, as is usually the case, the Fiat Ducato, but who does not know it, will not know it from the outside. After 10 years, Chic C-line has seen some serious changes. From the outside, the most striking feature is the new kidney grille. The large air intake makes the camper look a bit more threatening. The large panoramic window at the front (9 cm higher than the previous generation) and the bus side mirrors encourage the driver to hit the road. The manufacturer claims that the higher glass improves visibility diagonally upwards , which is useful, for example, when we want to see if red light has already given way to green.

Carthago C-Line motorhome - a new generation of chic

The new year will be abundant in terms of changes in Knaus' offer. Trailers go first. The German manufacturer withdraws from the production of the Sport 450LK and 460XB models, and instead introduces a new Sport 400QD trailer, which is to include all the amenities of the above models. In addition, it is to be equipped with a specially reinforced GRP roof, resistant to hail. By the way, this technology will be incorporated into the design of the currently existing models. Price around 13,200 Euro for a trailer with standard equipment.

New products from Knaus for 2015

The new trailer model from Lunar Caravans - Venus 540/4 is a proposal for those who have a small budget but have specific expectations. While other manufacturers focus on innovative designs or expensive equipment, the British company keeps a close eye on the market and focuses on elegant finishes and a bargain price. Venus 540/4 users won't have much to complain about. Stylish housing, durable AL-KO chassis , user-friendly Truma Digital control panel are only the first of the many advantages of the model. Despite the fact that the caravan does not have a front sunroof, there is plenty of daylight inside (we have four roof windows and one very large at the front), and we also gain additional upper space, which was used to place practical cabinets. The bathroom is also perfectly designed, its space is extremely functional. Attention is drawn to a large shower cubicle and a modern washbasin, as well as appropriate LED lighting . In the kitchen there is an oven / grill, a gas hob with three burners, a fridge and a mobile freezer. It is also worth mentioning the heating system - Truma Combi 2E , which is distinguished by extremely low energy consumption.

Trailer Lunar Venus 2015 - affordable price and interesting design

Mercedes-Benz and a motorhome? Yes, this noble manufacturer has also introduced two variants of its camping vehicle named after the great traveler - Marco Polo to the Polish sales network. In the past, desktop computers assembled from various components of many companies were very popular. The purchase was such that individual "guts" were selected in the computer store, which were later put together. The problem is that quite randomly connected elements did not always work together perfectly. This is probably one of the reasons why desktops have been replaced by laptops - also made of components from different brands, but assembled together and tested by a specific manufacturer. Okay, but what does this have to do with motorhomes?.

Marco Polo - a motorhome from the Mercedes showroom

Malibu is a brand owned by Carthago, famous mainly for the production of fully integrated vehicles. Malibu supplements the collection with the cheapest cars - campers, or campers based on tin buses. Against the background of their bigger brothers, the Malibu vehicles look very modest, although it must be admitted that they make a very good impression from the outside. Based on the new Fiat Ducato, motorhomes attract the eye with aesthetic graphic motifs on the sides and a clear brand name on the radiator grille.

Campervan Malibu - modestly but practically

It all started with horses. In 1986, the former ski jumper Stephan Conter founded the company Stephex dealing with breeding horses and renting a riding school. 10 years later, the company began importing luxury livestock vehicles. And in 2009, the first luxury motorhome signed with the STX brand appeared. Today, horses are still the most important thing for the Belgian company Stephex, but horse-powered vehicles have also gained importance. The company offers a very wide range of vans and trucks for transporting animals, with each vehicle being adjusted according to an individual order.

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