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a house that left, taking the plumbing and your sense of direction with it.
means A self-propelled recreational vehicle built on a truck or bus chassis, combining engine, living quarters, kitchen, and beds into one drivable home.
from A transparent compound of "motor" and "home," coined in the 20th century as motorized leisure travel took off. "Motor" traces to Latin "motor," "a mover," from "movere," "to move"; "home" descends from Old English "ham," a dwelling or estate, cousin to German "Heim." The word literally promises what it delivers: a home that moves under its own power.
- first build
- Custom motorized campers existed by the 1910s
- land yacht
- Largest models exceed 45 feet and 50,000 pounds
- license needed
- Big rigs may require a special driver's license
- full systems
- Carries water, sewage, and electrical like a tiny city
- depreciation
- Loses value faster than almost any vehicle
winnebago — american motorhome manufacturer founded in 1958, still produces recreational vehicles
airstream — iconic silver aluminum travel trailer brand founded in 1931, known for retro design
coachmen industries — major rv manufacturer based in indiana, produces thousands of motorhomes annually