Mavrik Joos, better known as Mav, is saying a nostalgic farewell to one of his most unique and fan-favorite vehicles: the “Aronado.” In his latest video, he takes this vintage, futuristic-looking camper out for one final adventure on the shores of Lake Superior before it heads to a new owner. Image courtesy of Mav on [...]
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He Turned a 10-Ton Semi-Truck Into an Off-Grid Tiny House with an Elevator Bed and Sky Balcony
Most van lifers are trying to squeeze a life into 60 square feet. Waldemar took a different approach entirely. He bought a massive 10-ton MAN commercial delivery truck — originally an airport transport vehicle from Frankfurt, Germany with only 100,000 km on an engine rated for 1.5 million — and spent a year and a [...]
The Tiger XL AWD: A Rare Astro-Based Four-Season Adventure RV
Among compact adventure vehicles, few have the cult following of the Tiger XL AWD. Built on the Chevrolet Astro all-wheel-drive chassis, it fits a wet bath, a full galley, and sleeping for several people into a footprint barely longer than a minivan. Only around 45 are believed to survive worldwide, which is why examples like [...]
How to Build a Better DIY Van Lift Bed
Jimmy and Natalie are back with an essential guide on building a DIY elevator bed for your van. After their first version failed, they decided to start from scratch and build a better one using extruded aluminum. This new and improved design offers greater stability and durability, proving that even a failure can lead to [...]
How to Build a High-Tech Van with a Built-In Gaming System
For many, van life is about disconnecting and getting back to basics. But for a new generation of nomads, it’s about bringing the comforts of home — including high-tech hobbies — on the road. This van build by BTBuilds is a perfect example, featuring a custom, built-in gaming system that turns a mobile living space [...]
Hands-On Tiny House Building Workshops by Tiny Home Builders (2026 Dates)
Building a tiny house from scratch can feel overwhelming, especially if you’ve never picked up a framing hammer. Where do you start? What order do things go in? How do you make sure the structure is actually sound? Images courtesy of Tiny Home Builders That’s exactly the gap that Tiny Home Builders’ hands-on workshops are [...]
The Zeppelin: A Custom 170″ Sprinter AWD Van by VanLife Customs
Discover the Zeppelin, a luxurious and custom-built 170” Sprinter AWD van designed for unforgettable family adventures and off-road exploration.
