Erwin Hymer Group and its brands cancel participation in European trade fairs until the end of the year

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Erwin Hymer Group and its brands cancel participation in European trade fairs until the end of the year

The Erwin Hymer Group and its brands Burstner, Carado, Crosscamp, Dethleffs, Eriba, Etrusco, Hymer, Niesmann+Bischoff, Laika, LMC and Sunlight cancel their participation in all European trade fairs planned for 2020. In view of the high visitor density at trade fairs such as the Caravan Salon Dusseldorf and the measures that are necessary due to the risk of infection by the corona virus, it does not make sense to participate in trade fairs this year.

Martin Brandt, CEO of the Erwin Hymer Group (EHG): “The health of our customers, employees and trade partners is our top priority- we cannot take this responsibility lightly. In the Corona crisis with its special requirements for physical distance and hygiene, a casual atmosphere of information, advice and purchase is no longer a given. However, we regard this as a fundamental prerequisite for a successful trade fair. For this reason, we as EHG together with our brands refrain from participating in the trade fairs planned for 2020 until the end of the year.” This decision also affects the world’s largest leisure trade fair, the Caravan Salon Dusseldorf, which is scheduled to take place at the beginning of September.

With over 1,200 trading partners in Germany and Europe, the Erwin Hymer Group brands have a strong and professional dealer and service network. This allows customers and interested parties to obtain information on products and competent advice directly from their local EHG dealer.

Comprehensive arrangements for contactless sales consulting and the increased use of digital marketing will ensure that the product innovations 2020/21 and the offers of EHG dealers can be experienced throughout Europe in a safe environment.

The EHG Chairman emphasizes that the current cancellation is due to an absolutely exceptional situation: “Caravanning stands for flexible and individual vacations in Germany and all regions of Europe. This will continue to be the case in the future, especially as our customers are less restricted by the current situation due to the self-sufficiency of their vehicles. They automatically keep their distance in their homes on wheels. Many caravanning fans are thus likely to be able to enjoy their holidays this year- even under the current travel restrictions.”

Martin Brandt is optimistic about the caravanning and trade fair season 2021: “The current crisis will further strengthen the trend towards conscious and decelerated travel. Even if we have to cancel our trade fair participations this year, we are already looking forward to presenting our new products and innovations to a wide audience at trade fairs again next year. The enthusiasm for caravanning and slow travel- relaxed and safe travel with motorhomes, caravans and camper vans- will continue to grow.”

ERWIN HYMER GROUP

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The Erwin Hymer Group is a 100 percent subsidiary of Thor Industries, the world’s leading manufacturer of recreational vehicles with more than 25,000 employees worldwide.

The ERWIN HYMER GROUP specialists, hire and financing services under one roof. The motorhome and caravan brands Buccaneer, Bürstner, Carado, Crosscamp, Compass, Dethleffs, Elddis, Eriba, Etrusco, Hymer, Niesmann+Bischoff, Laika, LMC, Roadtrek, Sunlight and Xplore, the motorhome rental companies McRent and rent easy, and also the chassis specialist Goldschmitt, the accessories specialist Movera and the touring portal freeontour all belong to the Erwin Hymer Group.

LMC Sassino from Sassenberg

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LMC Sassino from Sassenberg: An impressive entry-level
model. With the 460 E and the 470 K, LMC presents two new well-thought-out caravan layouts – even small cars are allowed to tow them.

A new range of models leads the way in the entry level segment: LMC is bringing the Sassino onto Europe’s roads. With the 460 E and the 470 K, the Sassenberg-based caravan specialists present not just one but a choice of two well-thoughtout layouts that leave nothing to be desired in terms of comfortable living and relaxed touring.

With an overall length of 6.76 meters, the Sassino 460 E offers up to four berths in the rear and at the front. The Sassino 470 K, which is 7.18 meters long, offers six comfortable berths under one roof. Overall, it is 2.61 meters high; the interior headroom measures 1.98 meters. “With the development of the Sassino, we are meeting the high level of demand for a caravan version that is short, compact and also, with a curb weight of 880 kilograms, extremely lightweight. In terms of comfort and features, it is also equipped with numerous convenient and useful extras that make touring a genuinely comfortable experience,” says LMC Caravan GmbH & Co. KG brand manager Bodo Diller. A further plus in terms of mobility: thanks to its low weight, the Sassino can even be towed by small cars – with class B driving licence, provided that the total weight of the team does not exceed 3,500 kilograms.

Premium-quality chassis, fresh interior and plenty of daylight

For a start, even the Sassino’s floor already reflects the Sassenberg-based company’s proven conversion expertise – it comes with a twelve-year water ingress guarantee. The Sassino has a high-quality AL-KO chassis whose lightweight construction ensures improved driving dynamics and higher driving comfort. The lowered frame offers easier access and better aerodynamics, for example. The Sassino’s standard features include corner steadies as well as a semi-trailing arm suspension and steel wheels. Body-wise, the most striking details are the large windows at the front and rear that allow plenty of daylight to get in and are equipped with multifunctional blinds with privacy screens. The floor, front, roof and rear have been constructed from the proven material GRP – to a standard that goes way beyond the usual in the entry-level segment. The outer side walls are made of hammered finish sheet metal.

Inside, the Sassino scores with a fresh interior.

The overhead lockers go all the way round and offer plenty of storage options. At the center of the kitchen is a three burner hob with integrated
sink. The 86 liter refrigerator offers sufficient space for milk, butter and eggs. The mellow lighting in the sleeping area promises sweet dreams. The washroom is equipped with a sink and an electric flushing cassette toilet. Also on board: a reliable blown air heating system and a twelve liter fresh water container.

Optional extras with three high-quality packs

A number of optional extras are also available – from a sliding window for the kitchen to a bunk bed that sleeps three. LMC offers three upgrade packs. Besides the “Shower Pack”, which consists of shower fittings and a shower tray plus curtain and rail, for example, there is also the “Sassino Pack 1”, which includes a 25 liter wastewater tank, an automatic trailer control system, shock absorbers and a 44 liter fresh water tank with outside inlet, for example, and the “Sassino Pack 2”, which includes a skylight and a door fly screen, as well as a combi boiler for the hot water supply and an additional 230 V electric heater.