It is a relatively recent phenomenon that does more and more followers in France. “Van Life”, this concept is go on a trip in a converted van. More compact, less expensive and more economical, these “mini motorhomes” are attractive in their practicality and offer as much adventure as traditional motorhomes. Of course they are less spacious and therefore less well equipped. They offer a double bed, small kitchen, recreation area (if the bed is folded), or even an additional bed if the model has a retractable roof. Enough to easily go as a couple or in a small group. Since 2021, more equipped vans have been sold than profiled or complete motorhomes: 14,059 (new) registrations in 2022. They account for 57.1% of recreational vehicle sales!

Several manufacturers are following the trend

In addition to specialized body manufacturers, such as Chausson, Pilot, Bürstner, Rapido for example, several car manufacturers offer their own copy. Volkswagen leads with its California based on the Multivan 6.1 (Grand California is based on Crafter). Renault has its own SpaceNomad trafficthe sound of Mercedes Markopolo (V-Class), Ford Sound Transit Custom Nugget. Today, a new player may appear in this thriving market: Skoda. Just a Czech manufacturer (owned by Volkswagen). unveils the exciting Roadiaq concept. The first surprise: it is based not on a van, but on a compact crossover of modest dimensions Enyaq. The second surprise: it’s an electric car ! Apart from local adaptations, this category of installed vans is still very niche. It seems to say that Volkswagen is preparing a The Californian version of its ID.Buzz electric station wagon…

Crested Enyaq in Skoda

This unique Skoda concept was created made by 29 students of the Skoda Academy. They rethought the recreational vehicle codes, giving the base crossover a a large “comb” on the head, to increase the height to 2.05 m and increase the interior space. He only offers one stationary bed, small kitchen and large storage spaces. But also multiple screens, because it was designed to allow “ nomadic holidays in remote work “. Combine the useful with the pleasant in yourself. The salon is plush, with its own large glass surfacesits light colors and its wooden coverings. A little extra: there is a skylight on the roof to let in light. For Skoda, the Roadiaq is a manifesto of future recreational vehicles. WITH electric range of 495 kilometers, this is more than enough to walk during the day and charge it at night. It is not intended for mass marketing, but this might give some ideas It’s a pity, as others…

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