Caravan Salon Dusseldorf 2024 - Highlights and what's new?

[@roddyontheroad7370]

When will your next video be uploaded??? I can’t wait!! Quick, quick, quick 😂😂😂 I loved this one and (with the freedom of my new ancestral Irish passport!) I so wish I’d travelled from Spain to Germany to visit the show. Next year, inshallah…. 🤞🤞 The arrival of the Chinese and f-i-n-a-l-l-y…. some innovation, is brilliant. British manufacturers really need to get their act together and I feel no loyalty to the complacent cottage industry, AKA British caravan manufacturing. Still very tempted by Adria as my next caravan (unless I’m tempted by the Chinese!!) As an aside, I thoroughly enjoyed the selflessness in this video, manifested by a complete absence of ego and instead, your warm and authentic encouragement to view the content from other creators - well done and what a breath of fresh air!

[@andrewjditton]

Thanks Roddy. Glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for your kind comments, but sadly this doesn't seem to get noticed by the industry so I may be hanging up my Review Hat very soon.

[@jcgirse]

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[@mistriyamaric]

@@andrewjdittonpls don’t, your reviews are spot on. Would love to hear your thoughts on Adria Astella 904. I absolutely love it but worried if too long for weekend use 😊

[@DeanReadYorkshire]

Andrew, it's so nice to see you back at the show, missed your wonderful insights and chat 🙂

[@andrewjditton]

Thanks Dean!

[@janl7552]

Another brilliant show review Andrew! Thank you so much for sharing! 🙂👍

[@CaravanningwiththeCoxs]

Wonderful insight Andrew, loving that Weinsberg Campervan really nice. Looking forward to the super twin.

[@andrewjditton]

Cheers Oliver! So when are you going to visit the show? You'd love it!

[@janetbowen7854]

Ooh, lovely, thank you so much, Andrew. Brilliant to see Dougal and Ted on holiday in Dusselsdorf with you. Looking forward to the video on travelling with dogs in Europe. Well done to the CAMC for sponsering this video, marvellous. Some amazing innovations, the Globe Car looks fab. Cheers. 😀

[@bryanbedford9821]

Awesome video Andrew, it's great to see you back making videos. Have a great show, and I look forward to the next one. Best wishes from Bryan in Malta 🇲🇹

[@andrewjditton]

Cheers Bryan!

[@davidmbell]

Lots of innovation and new tech coming out, good to see, esp when the UK manufacturers seem “stale” right now, regurgitating the same old in another shade of greige. The metal caravan and the Chinese m/h, but ££££££😮. How do your fellow campers on site take to little Crumpet? Don’t imagine many will have seen a funky little Xplore like that. Enjoy the show. Certainly enjoying the content on this damp grey Sunday morning back in the UK. ❤

[@leannearnold8326]

So fab to see you doing what you do best ❤ I do miss the Moho trips you used to do 😢 but also glad to see you happy and settled back in Kent with your trains 😂 enjoy the show and thank you for your time xx

[@anneshirley1748]

Hi Andrew, it's that time of year again! Love what you've shown so far, can't wait to see what's next!! I love all the new concept stuff always a treat. I'm getting a van finally! Will probably be early next year or hopefully before so super excited! Also excited to see all the new vans for next year so I have a real interest in them this time around! Enjoy the rest of the show! You have some company this time from the UK!! I'm following them too! Michelle & Andy are due too!! Take care xxx 😘🥰🐶🐕🚐

[@andrewjditton]

That's exciting about your van, Anne! I'm sure you know what you want by now! ;) xx

[@edgardoipar8649]

It is my first time to see your channel , great work !! thank you very much!!

[@andrewjditton]

Glad you enjoyed it, welcome aboard!

[@tomstours2220]

Andrew you excel again! What a quality video. I thought last year might have been the last so I am so delighted to see you are back again. That Chinese van is WOW! We will be at the salon on Monday. As always thank you for your videos. You are simply the best!

[@andrewjditton]

Thank you! I hope you enjoy your day at Caravan Salon :)

[@raymondporter2094]

Good to see you back at Dusseldorf again. Looking forward to the rest of your videos from there... This first one was good to watch. (From a Temporary Holiday Site at Leyburn in Wemsleydale, North Yorkshire).

[@carlyoung1435]

Well done Andrew! Your knowledge and research of the new rigs is fantastic. It makes me look forward to the big September RV show here in Pennsylvania, USA. Thank you.

[@jeancoultas4312]

Thank you so much for such a great video, felt like I was there with you ❤

[@philipgrainger5710]

Awesome Andrew! One day I'm going to come from Australia to see this Dusseldorf show.

[@conifer8026]

Another beautifully produced insight into innovation in mobile accommodation! Keep up the good work, Andrew. R&M

[@onlymaddogsandvw7241]

Really enjoyed the video and the “helloo - sorry”s 😉. And what’s more, it was lovely to bump into you, thank you for the chat while our dogs played together. Wish you a great rest of your stay, all the best and look forward to more videos - Anna

[@andrewjditton]

Lovely to meet you too, Anna!

[@vanessagardiner7663]

Brilliant video, thank you.

[@johnseddon2955]

Thank you Andrew. Really helpful. Hope you and the doggies are well. Much love to you all xxx

[@kumwamd]

Thanks a lot for the video. It would be great to show the trailer tents, I think they are a nice option for us the EV drivers 🤗 thank you and enjoy the caravan salon!

[@desireenoteboom6999]

Hello Andrew, thank you for sharing your impressions from all the New models welcome back and keep doing this. greetings from the netherlands😊

[@Chris_Carini]

Excellent tour. 👍

[@andrewjditton]

Thank you very much!

[@danfried9498]

No-one does Düsseldorf better than you Andrew! A welcome sight…thanks!

[@stefanwriede5893]

Yes Andrew and "Camper Tobi" 😊😊

[@weenedonpetrol]

Great to see you back reviewing caravans - you’re definitely the GOAT!

[@yaminthegrey]

Hari OM The clue is in the IH, Andrew... that roundel on the surface in the Starlight is an induction hob! I really liked the look of that one!!! Good to see you at the show again this year... YAM xx

[@TomaszbtdZiobrowski]

always good to see you Andrew, your positivity and good vibes are so needed!

[@faithgoodman7957]

Thank you for taking us with you to CS 🙂💙🙂

[@andrewjditton]

My pleasure 😊

[@markkemsley8872]

Andrew - the ‘hello…sorry’ cracks me up every time. So funny 😂

[@andrewjditton]

Glad you like it - it appears not everyone does! ;)

[@Walter205]

Thanks for filming Andrew! We will be there at date 6-9. Maybe we see you there! 👍👍👍

[@andrewjditton]

Nice one! Sadly I am leaving on the 2nd, but I hope you enjoy the show!

[@Walter205]

@@andrewjditton For shure sadly! Thank you! Greetings from Nederland!

[@erinmcgrathejm4985]

I honestly didn’t think that the boys were going to Düsseldorf any more. Nice to see them looking com so comfortable. Glad it seems to have worked out.

[@karinaingham5785]

A brilliant first day 🤩

[@momarsden3053]

Well that was top notch MrD, thank you 👏😌. Regards, Mo 😊👍.

[@andrewjditton]

Cheers Mo, glad you enjoyed it!

[@sandrapearson728]

What interesting new things. I love the idea of the Japanese loo! Not sure about the lack of space in the Dovra it looked really narrow, designed for skinny people. Really looking forward to the next one.

[@NatashaFung-j9d]

I like your signature greeting Andrew. “ Helloo” Sorry 😊😊

[@Sharon-bw8zh]

Great reviews Andrew (as always)- nice to see such a variety of vehicles - really liked the little Freedom Caravan - haven’t seen those before so be nice to have a look at those if they are at the NEC show in October. Sharon x

[@marcusoutdoors4999]

My inner monologue just went “hurray it’s Andrew!” I never get that reaction. Keep up the great work.

[@andrewjditton]

Aww, thanks!

[@tophat6696]

Great vlog So nice to see the show thank you ☺️ lee x

[@erkorintala]

As always, very informative and interesting. Always a joy to watch :) Thank you !

[@andrewjditton]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@paulefc1971]

God help the UK caravan makers if the Chinese get into caravan manufacturing!!

[@Edwinbraun20]

Specifically when Chinese caravans are made of steel like a proper car and properly fixable. European caravan makes have some real competition to recon with

[@commuterbranchline8132]

Dussel- Vlogg! Yes, yes, yes!

[@Meuchlor]

Yay düsseldorf content from andrew, love it 🙂

[@kitty_s23456]

Thanks for the vid! The Weinsberg was interesting. What I didn't like about it was the lack of access to the driver's seat from the back. What if you're stealth camping & need to leave due to an emergency? Was great to see all the new models. Appreciate you & the doggies. Take care! 👍

[@emiliehohner2531]

fabulous as always - thank you.

[@andrewjditton]

Our pleasure!

[@garrygreen3210]

Great stuff Andrew, thanks!

[@peterelliott2914]

Camping in China has exploded in recent years. In the past there was a stigma but now it's the cool thing to do. The market for RVs is going nuts. What you showed is the tip of the iceberg.

[@andrewjditton]

Very interesting! Thanks Peter.

[@CaraVanOlogywithBecky]

Oooooooo exciting!

[@andrewjditton]

How many times do I say 'etcetera' in this video??? *facepalm*

[@travelcampervansandmore]

Didn't notice, you shoudn't have mentioned it!🤣

[@anitajohannadrost]

👍😁🥰🤩🍀Thank you.

[@YourDesignerGuy]

Great presentation, thank you!

[@andrewjditton]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@hywel3143]

Very cool to see you back at Düsseldorf, Andrew. Hope you are having a great time! Kudos to CAMC for supporting your trip as well. Great to see the little Freedom caravans at the show. I think they are very attractive options for EV owners. If it's not too late, please may I request a quick look at the current Eriba Nova L caravans? We bought a Nova 465 L in February, and I can honestly say it's the best caravan we've ever owned. It's not that well tailored for UK mass market tastes (you will know what I mean), but the simplicity and quality are just what we wanted.

[@andrewjditton]

Sadly too late - I'm away tomorrow. Glad you're enjoying it though!

[@hywel3143]

@@andrewjditton No worries, Andrew. The Nova L range is probably exactly the same as the previous 5+ years anyway ;-)

[@nabarnes]

Every year we watch your Dusseldorf videos and say to each other "We really should go to Caravan Salon next year". The next year rolls around and we haven't booked anything. Next year. Definitely next year 🙂 (if you have any hints about getting there, booking camping and buying entry tickets, please share!)

[@andrewjditton]

Yes, you should! I did a video all about visiting in 2017.

[@nabarnes]

@@andrewjditton Ah, 2017 was pre-Airstream and so before we'd ever heard of you 😲 I shall track it down. See you there next year (hopefully!).

[@heihe26]

The Starlight Caravan looks realy nice 👍🏼

[@dolorescraig8322]

Lovely video. Really enjoyed it.

[@andrewjditton]

Many thanks!

[@kevinrafferty673]

Great video thanks

[@alisondodd9210]

I really WANT the deddle from China, I love it…..

[@GaetanHobby]

Thank you Andrew 🙏🇨🇵

[@alanjackson4646]

These prices reflect why campsites in UK can now charge £70+ per night.

[@neilmick6778]

Nobody is charging £70+ a night

[@MYJ61]

I have missed your signature “Hello” mirror wave so very much! ❤

[@andrewjditton]

Not everyone has it would appear, so I am glad you like it :)

[@marcindomik8975]

Oh mine…! The good old „Hello/Sorry” is back! 😊❤️

[@dennismatthews6660]

Thank you

[@YvetteWINSTONE-bl8jr]

Some will interesting items xx

[@brunoeberspacher7026]

Nice to have you back! I always wondered where is Andrew?

[@andrewpaul3130]

Splendid campervan the Chinese...the latrine! Goodness me!

[@marcusoutdoors4999]

Laughed at the “super trooper ‘ reference

[@andrewjditton]

Oh, I am nothing special, in fact, I'm a bit of a bore. Thanks for 'getting it'! ;)

[@spinnekopje]

I haven't watched the whole video yet, but I am very happy to see your impressions of the show! Sadly I can't make it to Düsseldorf this year, hopefully next year 😉 When I saw somebody who looked just like you (or was it you) in Beringen (Be-mine) earlier in August I was l wondering whether there would be those mirror-moments from the show again.. Hope you can combine it with some nice moments with your friend as you drove through Belgium 👍

[@nodrog2160]

Nice one ❤

[@derekduxbury1122]

Nice to see you back! Thought you had given up and moved on? Keep doing it your way...........ignore the haters! 😁

[@andrewjditton]

Thank you, I will.

[@AnneThompson-dg3mx]

Love your videos.

[@andrewjditton]

Thank you!

[@robertfoster1151]

Caralife could be Caragone, trapped in the back with the Crims at the front ignoring banging at back.

[@TomaszbtdZiobrowski]

Nice try with spelling Niewiadów, appreciated :) To add to n126 longevity - it is all true, in Poland, there are still in use a lot of models from '80 and '90. Most of them are "projects" now, with insides changed and upgraded to needs of users today, but base is still our good old n126. and btw, did you knew, that n126 is from fiat 126, staple of polish cars from times before iron curtain fell? That caravan was designed to be pulled behind this small fiat :)

[@andrewjditton]

Thanks for the info! That's really cool! Like I recently found out that Adria came about to trade caravans for car parts for Yugo cars as the currency was restricted in Yugoslavia. Glad you're still enjoying your Polish Icon :)

[@Steve-Hutch]

Nice one. Will have to put that on the list for a future trip. How long did it take you to drive over there towing? Must admit I never thought about Düsseldorf to dive. All the best.

[@andrewjditton]

It takes about 3.5 hours from Hook of Holland, and caravans are free/motorhomes for the price of a car on daytime crossings booked through the CAMC :)

[@thorbjrnhellehaven5766]

5:22 I'd love to learn more about the red sedan with the attached caravan. Looks like it is something quite unique.

[@darrenwilson8042]

Those Museum Hymer pieces were lovely. The great thing about being a fat old codger is I passed my test so long ago ( not quite in a Flintstones car ) I am not limited to 3.5 tonnes That RIG 750 can go anywhere - how do I know? It has a massive roof height light bar - guaranteed unstoppable.

[@andrewjditton]

You and me both Darren - passed my test in a Ford Cortina 1.6L Estate ;)

[@MikeGibson-Sharpe]

Great video Andrew. Very informative and some marvellous vehicles there. Is it my I’m,agitation, but after years of cost cutting, manufactures seem to be improving the quality of interior design and build? Also, what is your perception of prices at the show? Has the post Covid bubble burst?

[@andrewjditton]

The quality of build has always seemed superior in Germany, and the prices will have to come down because dealer forecourts are currently awash with unsold stock. It appears that bubble has indeed burst.

[@caravanusspioneer5561]

Mi affascina molto la pianta di quella roulotte piccola con la cucina a poppa e la dinette a prora

[@dougle03]

Andrew, please spend some time understating the settings of your cameras to eliminate lighting flicker! at nearly 80k subs, there really is no excuse! Thanks.

[@andrewjditton]

80k subs and earning about £2 per hour doing this if you look at the hour to income ratio. Both settings on the camera as well as auto do not stop the flicker. I have tried. Do please remind me how much you pay to demand BBC quality 'with no excuse'?

[@iancooper2213]

A Panasonic toilet, what more could you ask for he said, WELL here in the Aussie outback, a shovel and a bog roll!

[@cetakc]

wow China!!!!

[@grahammonk8013]

Would really like to have more details on the Deddle regenerative braking system. First time I've heard of that used on an ICE vehicle.

[@thorbjrnhellehaven5766]

I want a small electric camper van with V2G. 90% of the year as home battery and guest room. 10% on the road for vacation and occatational trips.

[@wilbertwienema]

The Adria Adora 512 UT Oxford is a special edition for Europe. The continental Adora’ range for 2025 will definitely not have these UK style triple front windows and seating area.

[@davidgray2825]

Loved your video Andrew. My comment about the Swedish 250K euro van. I don't like it. The whole thing about a camper van is being a bit basic, kind of like camping. It's a ridiculous price. And look at those cupboards over the bed. That would drive you insane unless you went to bed with a crash helmet on. The van that we want to move on to in a year or so is the narrow body Adria with the single beds and garage underneath. That's the way to go. We are in Scotland and as you know- narrow roads. Our current van is 5.5m wide but we have to sleep across the way. Just a wee bit narrow. The Adria would be perfect. We still have a 2019 Adria Adora Seine with the two single beds and we love that. So reluctant to let it go. We keep thinking is it time to give up the caravan? We are both 75 but still love travelling and walking. Off to Harris and Lewis in two weeks time. Was it Harris or Skye you were staying. Looking forward to the next episode.

[@andrewjditton]

Oh my, have a fabulous time! I was North Uist.

[@les4048]

The thing in the kitchen of the Chinese Starlight caravan! Is it not an induction ring to cook on

[@andyglawe7804]

Love your videos and thanks for posting these. Interesting vans but i will make one comment regarding the Chinese vans/caravans and sadly it's a policitcal one. Should we be buying from manufacturers where the country they reside in allows the human rights abuses and provides support to other wars we are involved also involved in as opposing sides? One of the way's of stopping these sort of abuse is by applying financial pressure. Just a thought.

[@Edwinbraun20]

Chinese starlight took the show… I want nothing but a proper Chinese caravan.

[@suzanneschulz7456]

Hallo ich muss ihnen leider sagen dass der größte Messe ist CMT in Stuttgart.😂😂😂

[@volvocars5189]

28:24 IH = Induction Hob?

[@davidmbell]

Ted’s ears have dropped? Growing up or is he just in relaxed mode?

[@andrewjditton]

He's just chilling :)

[@terry9325]

As you get older night time emergencies turn into night time musts 😢

[@andrewjditton]

It's a VERY valid point to remember when looking at a new purchase!

[@richardayres2949]

Other manufacturers will regret it if they don’t keep up take the Chinese offering seriously, I guess they will soon climb to be a major player.

[@andrewjditton]

I think you are right Richard - and there is way too much complacency out there at the moment.

[@ThePhilcam]

Off gassing, feels like a salesman got half a story! Once grp is cured it can be fda approved for food use… unlike the eurethane foam they plan to spray into the steel parts which is moisture cured and could potentially rust, lol. Loving the Chinese arrival, having visited China every year for the last 10 they have certainly gone past the copy culture and into clever self design, they will be looking for feedback and will be back in force very soon… look out!

[@hanonomiri]

Caravan makers should think about ⚛️

[@bizarremagick]

If you feel that you must apologise after each time you wave into a mirror then the answer is easy. Don't do it! I do find it rather annoying.

[@travellingtom6091]

Talk about missing the point! 😂

[@kitty_s23456]

You must be a new viewer. Waving at the mirror and his "hello" is a regular thing. I like it, it's quite endearing.

[@bizarremagick]

Not an new viewer an infrequent viewer - because it gets on my nerves. But hey ho, that's just my opinion.

[@travellingtom6091]

@@bizarremagick In my family, it has become an in house quirk we have adopted. Maybe we are weird but it gets us through life. 💪

[@symoneP]

So rude!

[@derekwatson5429]

Starlight? Light? You'll need a tank to tow it!!! Everything there seems excessive, weight, price and egos 😂

[@TheFastestSrbin]

I think the camper is dirty on purpose.

[@flpalacios9633]

Tell china's builders that we don't like kilograms

[@desireenoteboom6999]

Hello Andrew, thank you for sharing your impressions from all the New models welcome back and keep doing this. greetings from the netherlands😊

[@andrewjditton]

My pleasure!