RV Popularity Ranking Released: What's trending in 'Rental Test Drives' before buying? 'Real Test Drive Support Campaign' launched by JAPAN C.R.C. and Outdoor 119

## 1. Current Trends in 'Rental Test Drives' Before Purchasing

Camping Car Co., Ltd. has released its May 2026 popularity ranking for RV models via its 'Camping Car Comparison Navi' service. Given that RVs are high-ticket items, 'renting for a night or two to test drive' before purchasing has become a standard, smart choice for consumers.

The current ranking reflects this trend, with compact, easy-to-handle 'Kei-campers' (mini-campers) and 'van-con' (van conversion) models dominating the top spots, led by the 'Bug Truck Panel Van' in 1st place.

In response to this, JAPAN C.R.C. and Outdoor 119 have launched a joint campaign, 'Real Test Drive Support Campaign,' focused on the popular 'Happy 1' series to support prospective buyers in validating their potential purchase.

## 2. May 2026 RV Popularity Ranking (Top 10)

1. Bug Truck Panel Van (Kei-camper)
2. DISCOVERY 1 (Cab-con)
3. CORO (Trailer)
4. narrow Ginga (Van-con)
5. Prius Relax Cabin (Production suspended)
6. Puppy Fullhouse
7. Happy 1 premium (Kei-cab-con)
8. N BOX + Camper Neo
9. N-VAN COMPO (Kei-camper)
10. HAPPY 1 Turbo (Kei-camper)

Why are Kei-campers trending?
Standard 15–20 minute test drives at dealerships fail to reveal critical details like nighttime cabin comfort, insulation, bed quality, and cooking space utility. Therefore, 'rental test drives,' where vehicles can actually be taken camping or to a home parking spot, are essential for making the right choice.

## 3. Campaign Overview: Validating 'Purchase Reality' through Rental & E-commerce

JAPAN C.R.C. and Outdoor 119 are offering a special plan to help prospective buyers resolve doubts.

1. [JAPAN C.R.C. (Rental)]: 'Real Test Drive Plan'
Book the 'Happy 1' series for 48+ hours and receive 10% off the basic rental fee. This allows users to test maneuvering in their home parking spot and assess sleeping conditions.

- Booking Period: June 10 – June 30, 2026
- Discount Period: June 11 – July 16, 2026
- Locations: Tokyo, Chiba, Saitama Kawaguchi, Saitama Fukaya, New Chitose, Aomori Hachinohe, Nagoya, Osaka, Hiroshima, Fukuoka Airport, Okinawa

2. [Outdoor 119 (EC)]: Equipment Fitting at 'Half-Price Option'
Test essential accessories at half the regular rental option price.

- Eligible Items: Portable microwave 'WAVEBOX W', Automatic wrap-style toilet 'Wrappon Trecker WT-4'
- Locations: Tokyo Rental Center only