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India Proposes New Standards for Caravans and Tractor ACs Law & Regulations © Amar Ujala
IN India Yesterday

India Proposes New Standards for Caravans and Tractor ACs

India's Ministry of Road Transport has proposed new standards for several vehicle types, including trailer caravans. The draft Automotive Industry Standards (AIS) introduce type approval rules for caravans and troop carriers. Additionally, testing standards for air conditioning and heating systems in cabin-equipped agricultural tractors are set. The rules do not apply to hybrid or fully electric tractors.

Source: Amar Ujala ENG
Man accused of performing sex act in front of girls from caravan window Incidents © Ayr Advertiser
GB United Kingdom Yesterday

Man accused of performing sex act in front of girls from caravan window

Ewen Cameron, 59, appeared at Ayr Sheriff Court charged with intentionally engaging in sexual activity in the presence of two girls under 13. The alleged incident occurred on September 20, 2025, at Craig Tara Holiday Park, where he is said to have knocked on a caravan window, beckoned the children, then exposed himself and performed a sexual act. Cameron, an inmate at HMP Kilmarnock, pleaded not guilty; the case was adjourned for witness evidence arrangements.

Source: Ayr Advertiser ENG
Foreshore in focus Lifestyle © Snowy River Mail -
AU Australia 3 days ago

Foreshore in focus

Mallacoota residents and holiday park users recently participated in community consultation sessions for the long-term planning of the Mallacoota Foreshore Holiday Park. The sessions, part of council's master plan development with consultancy ODIN360, aimed to gather input on what people value about the park. Two drop-in sessions were held, building on a previous summer survey.

Source: Snowy River Mail - ENG
BBC unveils new six-part drama 'California Avenue' Lifestyle © HELLO!
GB United Kingdom 4 days ago

BBC unveils new six-part drama 'California Avenue'

The series follows Lela and her 11-year-old daughter Bee, who are on the run and seek refuge at a secluded canal-side caravan park in the 1970s English countryside. Starring Erin Doherty, Bill Nighy, Helena Bonham Carter, and Tom Burke. Written and directed by Hugo Blick, produced by Drama Republic. Release date on BBC One and BBC iPlayer has not been announced yet.

Source: HELLO! ENG
Weymouth caravan fraudster sentenced to 10 years for £190k scam Incidents © Dorset Eye
GB United Kingdom 1 days ago 5

Weymouth caravan fraudster sentenced to 10 years for £190k scam

Simon John Turner, 49, living in a Weymouth caravan park, befriended vulnerable victims and tricked them into paying for nonexistent caravans and investments. He was sentenced to 10 years for three fraud counts totaling about £190,000. One victim lost his home.

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Law & Regulations GB United Kingdom 15.04.2026

Bridge Camera System Explained

Questions have arisen about the effectiveness of ANPR cameras on the Kirkcudbright bridge, which record breaches of weight and width restrictions. The cameras capture all vehicles but automatically detect only the plated weight of a vehicle from the DVLA database, which does not always flag trailers like caravans. Council officials manually sift through the data and pass non-compliant cases to the police, while exploring a system to automatically identify towed caravans.

Source: DNG Online Limited ENG
Tourism Holdings Ltd: global RV rental leader with conflicting fleet data Industry © Tourism Holdings Ltd stock (NZHELE0001S9): Is RV rental demand strong enough to unlock sustained ups
NZ New Zealand Yesterday 4

Tourism Holdings Ltd: global RV rental leader with conflicting fleet data

New Zealand-based Tourism Holdings Ltd (THL) dominates the RV and campervan rental market. Sources diverge on fleet size: from 20,000 to over 40,000 units. It operates brands Britz, Maui and Apollo in Oceania, North America and Europe, generating over 80% of revenue from rentals.

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EF2 tornado destroys Shady Acres RV park in Hillsdale, Kansas Incidents © KSHB 41 Kansas City News
US United States Yesterday 5

EF2 tornado destroys Shady Acres RV park in Hillsdale, Kansas

An EF2 tornado swept through Miami County, Kansas on Monday evening, April 14, completely destroying the Shady Acres RV park. The park owner managed to evacuate all residents before the storm, resulting in no injuries. Cleanup efforts are underway, and the Red Cross has set up an assistance center.

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Hokusai-wave campervan stolen in Shropshire; Peugeot Boxer theft in Wiltshire Incidents © Wiltshire Times
GB United Kingdom Yesterday 6

Hokusai-wave campervan stolen in Shropshire; Peugeot Boxer theft in Wiltshire

Police appeal for CCTV after a white Fiat Ducato 35 with Hokusai's 'Great Wave' was stolen in Church Stretton, Shropshire (Apr 12–13). Separately, a white Peugeot Boxer and two bikes were taken from Savernake Forest, Wiltshire (Apr 6).

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Industry US United States 14.04.2026

Webinar: Earn Media Coverage With National Go RVing Day

Go RVing and the RV Industry Association are hosting a free 30-minute webinar on April 16. The event aims to help brands earn media coverage for National Go RVing Day, scheduled for June 13. Participants will be provided with a turnkey marketing toolkit, including social media templates and press pitch materials.

Source: RV PRO ENG
Dometic Launches Free, Gear-Equipped Getaways in Los Angeles Lifestyle © RV PRO
US United States 14.04.2026

Dometic Launches Free, Gear-Equipped Getaways in Los Angeles

The brand Dometic is launching a series of free 36-hour getaways in Los Angeles using off-road vehicles fully stocked with its gear. From April 14-24, 17 trips are available, including a reserved campsite in Joshua Tree and a complete base camp setup. The initiative is presented as a response to urban traffic congestion.

Source: RV PRO ENG

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