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How to avoid motorhome trouble at the start of the season Lifestyle © kommunikasjon.ntb.no
NO Norway Today

How to avoid motorhome trouble at the start of the season

Insurance company Tryg Forsikring warns that many motorhome owners start the season illegally, forgetting to re-register and reactivate insurance after winter storage. In 2025, the company recorded over 2,600 motorhome claims, with the most expensive related to moisture damage. A moisture test is recommended once per insurance year, or compensation rights may be lost.

Source: kommunikasjon.ntb.no NOR
Motorhome Sales on the Rise Industry © Bobilverden.no
NO Norway 13.04.2026

Motorhome Sales on the Rise

Sales of new motorhomes to private individuals in Norway increased by 13.8% in the first quarter. A total of 173 new motorhomes were registered, although the statistics may be distorted by 175 units registered by dealers in February to comply with new emission regulations.

Source: Bobilverden.no NOR
Trigano utilizes full production capacity Industry © Bobilverden.no
FR France 12.04.2026

Trigano utilizes full production capacity

European motorhome manufacturer Trigano reported a 6% revenue increase in the first half of the 2026 fiscal year. The company expects to utilize its full production capacity for the rest of the season, despite supply chain issues from subcontractors that will delay delivery of 600 motorhomes until the third quarter.

Source: Bobilverden.no NOR
Clever Motorhomes Premiere in Norway Industry © Bobilverden.no
NO Norway 11.04.2026

Clever Motorhomes Premiere in Norway

The German motorhome brand Clever has been introduced in Norway for the first time at an exhibition in Vikingskipet. Distributor Viken Bobil AS displayed three compact models with lengths of 599 and 636 cm, built on Citroen chassis with a 180 hp engine, weighing up to 3500 kg, and priced just below 1.4 million Norwegian kroner.

Source: Bobilverden.no NOR
Incidents NO Norway 09.04.2026

Motorhome overfilled with diesel at gas station

A motorhome overfilled with diesel at a gas station in Nesttun, causing 49–50 liters of fuel to spill into a sewer drain. Firefighters are on site containing the spill and assessing the impact on Bergen's water supply.

Source: bt.no NOR
New rules for motorhomes in Spain: stricter parking and inspections Law & Regulations © SpaniaPosten | Nyheter fra Alicante, Malaga, Gran Canaria - Siste nytt fra Torrevieja, Marbella, Albir, Fuengirola, Guardamar, Alfaz m.m.
ES Spain Yesterday 3

New rules for motorhomes in Spain: stricter parking and inspections

Spain's DGT has introduced Instruction PROT 2026/04 tightening rules for motorhomes. Due to a tripling in numbers over 10 years, new measures include parking restrictions (near beaches, up to 48 hours), a revised inspection schedule, and a ban on dumping wastewater in public places.

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Lawsuit over excessive emissions may affect thousands of motorhomes Law & Regulations © Bobilverden.no
NL Netherlands 08.04.2026

Lawsuit over excessive emissions may affect thousands of motorhomes

A Dutch consumer organization has filed a lawsuit against Stellantis, alleging that thousands of motorhomes with Fiat Ducato diesel engines, produced between 2009 and 2019, may have been equipped with illegal software to manipulate emission data. The plaintiffs claim this means the vehicles may not comply with Euro 5 and Euro 6 standards. Stellantis strongly denies all allegations, stating its technology complied with all applicable regulations at the time.

Source: Bobilverden.no NOR
Industry NO Norway 30.03.2026

Million-dollar investments prove successful for local workshop

The Jørpeland Servicesenter workshop has shifted its focus to motorhome servicing due to reduced demand for electric vehicle repairs. Multi-million kroner investments have enabled the business to carve out a market niche. The owner reports an increase in motorhomes on the roads and a growing clientele at the workshop.

Source: Strandbuen NOR

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