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 [...]
Vans
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 [...]
Transform Your Small Business with a Custom Mobile Business Van from Vanlife Customs
Discover how Vanlife Customs transforms vans, buses, and trailers into custom mobile business solutions for healthcare, creative services, beauty, education, and more.
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.
11 Van Conversions That Will Make You Want to Quit Your 9-5
Explore 11 incredible van conversions from rooftop offices to accessible builds. These vans prove that home really is where you park it.
Van Life with an Office & Rooftop Deck
Garrett and Staci met in preschool, dated in high school, got married, got jobs, and got a house. They “had it all” and yet something was missing. After careful consideration, they realized that the ability to travel and explore was precisely what they were seeking. They built their own camper van. Their DIY ProMaster conversion [...]
Van Life at 80: Patty’s $200 Minimalist Build After 60 Years on the Road
Patty is an 80-year-old who has been living on the road for 60 years. She’s proof that age is no barrier to van life—and that an expensive build isn’t required either. Still working as a business consultant and running her own YouTube podcast (the Patty Serrano Podcast), she lives by the Japanese concept of Ikigai: [...]
