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October 9, 2026

The Camper Den

Kia’s new PV7

Big news for convertors, Kia has pulled the covers off the PV7 at this years IAA Transportation, a new electric van designed to carry people, cargo, or a bit of both. This Ford Transit Custom/ VW Transporter competitor is the second model in the company’s Platform Beyond Vehicle (PBV) range, following the smaller PV5, and is aimed at businesses that need a flexible workhorse rather than a van built for just one task but here at The Camper Den we see another opportunity…. The PV7 comes in Cargo and Passenger versions, with a flat floor and a range of layouts

October 9, 2026

The Camper Den

Kia PV5 Passenger 7-seat gets a £1,500 grant boost

Kia’s electric people mover has become a little easier on the wallet. The PV5 Passenger 7-seat now qualifies for the Government Electric Car Grant, taking £1,500 off every version in the range. Prices start at £35,495 on the road for the entry-level Essential, with the Plus and top-spec Elite also eligible. For families who need room for a full crew, the PV5 offers three rows of seats in a 2-2-3 layout. Kia says there’s space for seven, with generous legroom throughout. Dual sliding side doors and a low 399mm step-in height should also make it easier to get passengers into

October 8, 2026

The Camper Den

VW Transporter named Van of the Year

Oct 01 2026 The prestigious awards, now in their ninth year, celebrate the very best in motoring excellence across a wide range of market segments. They are judged by a panel of specialist automotive journalists, who recognised Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles’ new Transporter as a leader in the light commercial vehicle market. The Transporter beat off competitors thanks to its generous specification and comprehensive ownership package. Boasting an impressive 6.8m3 load volume, 1.2-tonne payload, and 2.8-tonne towing capacity, the van is a great companion for businesses and convertors. The seventh-generation of the Transporter is available in diesel, petrol, hybrid and fully-electric powertrains,

October 8, 2026

The Camper Den

VW at Caravan Salon 2026

Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles brought its full range of leisure vehicles and motorhomes to CARAVAN SALON 2026 in Düsseldorf in August. At the centre of its Hall 16 stand were two world premieres: the fully electric ID. California Cruise and a modular camping concept for the California Beach, developed with Stuff Bubble. The ID. California Cruise offered a first glimpse of how the California family might move into an electric future. Based on the ID. Buzz, it combined the model’s distinctive design and electric drive with a modern campervan interior. Volkswagen said the new generation of electric campervans would grow over

October 8, 2026

The Camper Den

VW Grand California Updates

Volkswagen updates Grand California and adds Dune special edition Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles has opened UK order books for an updated Grand California campervan and a new Dune Special Edition, with prices starting at £68,960 ex VAT. The MY27 Grand California receives interior changes, additional storage and the option of solar panels through a new Off-Grid Package. Volkswagen says the changes are intended to make the campervan more comfortable for longer trips, while the entry price is £1,000 lower than before. Inside, Atami Bamboo trim and a matching wood-effect floor give the cabin a warmer finish. Practical updates include extra storage

October 8, 2026

The Camper Den

VW ID Buzz Cargo LWB Announced

The new LWB VW ID. Buzz Cargo: a promising base for a compact camper The long-wheelbase Volkswagen ID. Buzz Cargo brings a little more room to a van that already stands out. Launching early 2027 with no prices announced yet but for anyone considering an electric camper conversion, that extra space could make the difference between a clever weekend setup and one that feels genuinely practical. Volkswagen has added 250mm to the wheelbase, increasing the load area to 2,458mm long and the cargo volume to 4.4 cubic metres. That’s 0.5 cubic metres more than the standard-wheelbase Cargo. Its alos slightly

October 5, 2026

The Camper Den

The Motorhome & Caravan Show Returns

The Motorhome & Caravan Show returns to the NEC this October The UK’s biggest leisure vehicle showcase is back at the NEC Birmingham from 13–18 October 2026—bringing together the newest campervans, motorhomes, caravans, accessories and touring inspiration under one roof. If a new vehicle, a future conversion or a few carefully chosen upgrades are on your mind, the Motorhome & Caravan Show is one of the best places in the UK to get hands-on with the possibilities.Spread across 11 NEC halls, this year’s show offers the first opportunity to compare many of the new-for-2027 motorhome, campervan, caravan and trailer-tent ranges