Only a few weeks ago, nitpicker celebrated the first year with an electric van. Despite a few beginner hiccups, we had far more positive than negative experiences during our EV road trips during this time. All and all, everything was … Read >
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Electric vehicle news summary for travelers: self-driving van, lamppost chargers, strong EV sales numbers in 2025
European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association has tallied up car sales numbers for the year 2025 so far (January – August). The growth trend for electric vehicles continues. The sales of fully … Read >
Road trips in an electric van: the good and the bad experiences

I traded my trusty old campervan powered by diesel engine to a modern electric van about a year ago. Since then, it looks like our road trips have become more frequent. We have completed multiple overnight journeys, and three long (a week or longer, up to 3500 km … Read >
This is the experience with living and working in a compact electric campervan

Compact electric vehicles are already here, practically everywhere on the roads if you look closely. Electric vans are available as well, but it seems that campervan travelers are waiting to see the VW ID Buzz electric van before deciding if they are ready to go all electric. Fortunately, a reporter … Read >
EU specifies main roads must have charging stations for electric cars every 60 km by 2025

European Union is serious with its ambition to reduce green house gas emissions by more than 55% by 2030. One of the biggest pollution sources is traffic on busy roads of Continental Europe. Now, the Council of EU says there is an agreement between EU decision makers for rapid construction … Read >
Top 25 cities in Europe for a night in a hotel while your car battery charges
So you have a shiny new electric car or electric campervan that is begging you to make a tour in Europe. Some regions adopt new technologies faster than others, which in this case means planning is required for being able to manage the energy level of the EV battery during … Read >
Compact electric Opel Zafira-e campervan

Travelers who are thinking of investing in an electric vehicle get plenty of choices for 2023. Particularly, European automakers and their collaboration partners are introducing a range of options for electric campervans. Opel Zafira Life is a compact van whose electric cousin Zafira-e gets campervan treatment from Crosscamp.
The 75 … Read >
Electric Volkswagen ID Buzz as a campervan

The fully electric VW ID Buzz van has been a keenly awaited product since the prototype was introduced five years ago. Now, the vehicle is available in Europe: the models are Cargo and Family. Cargo for carrying stuff from one place to another and Family with comfortable seats … Read >
Eurovelo cycling routes guide you across Europe

A tour of Europe is a journey that many travelers dream of. The key rule when planning a tour is: when in Europe, don’t fly, but use any available land or waterway transport method. This way you will see and … Read >
Europe travel news: ski slopes await, new options for train trips, updated pandemic rules

Ski resorts are open in Europe, but skiers need vaccinations and tests
Good news for skiers: there is plenty of snow on the Alps and the Pyrenees, and the ski resorts are open. Some extra preparations are required from visitors, such as getting vaccinated (adults, at least). In addition, for … Read >

