Auto-Trail motorhomes have been built in Grimsby since 1982. This guide covers every current range, the new Adventure, the warranty and what to check on a used one.
Auto-Trail motorhomes are among the best-known British coachbuilts. Bill Boasman and Barry Holmes founded the company in 1982. Its first coachbuilt was the Cheyenne, on a Peugeot 504.
Today, Auto-Trail builds every vehicle at its factory on the Europarc site in Grimsby. Since 1999, it has been part of the Trigano group.
The range now runs from compact campervans to the luxury Grande Frontier A-class. In addition, the all-new Adventure overcab range launched at the NEC in October 2026.
From compact campervans to a luxury A-class, plus the new Adventure range for 2027.
Campervan
Campervans pitched at first-time tourers. For example, Auto-Trail designed the Expedition 68 with cyclists in mind.
Premium campervan
Spacious, high-spec campervans in SE and Sport versions. The Sport adds a rear U-shaped lounge and a choice of six exterior colours.
Low-profile
Premium low-profile coachbuilts on a Ford Transit. Some layouts also come with 200W solar and a panoramic roof skylight.
Coachbuilt
Coachbuilts on a Fiat Ducato, for two, four or six people. There’s a choice of engines, plus an optional garage layout.
Luxury
Auto-Trail’s largest coachbuilt range. It comes with Alde heating and a 180bhp automatic as standard.
New for 2027
An all-new overcab range on a Peugeot Boxer, in four layouts. Its overcab bed slides out into the lounge, and there’s a panoramic skylight.
1982
Bill Boasman and Barry Holmes found Auto-Trail and build the Cheyenne.
1993
The Auto-Trail Owners’ Club starts.
1999
Auto-Trail joins the Trigano group.
2006
The Grande Frontier becomes Auto-Trail’s first A-class.
2016
A multi-million pound expansion doubles production in Grimsby.
2026
The all-new Adventure overcab range launches at the NEC.
Auto-Trail builds its motorhomes in Grimsby, using what it calls Cube construction. As a result, it says this gives less noise on the road and a more luxurious finish.
Also, the range covers the Excel, new for 2026, and the Grande Frontier GF-80. That A-class has its cab built into the body, with leather seats and electric blinds.
The Adventure is Auto-Trail’s biggest launch for 2027. It’s an overcab coachbuilt on a Peugeot Boxer, with a new bodyshell and a redesigned GRP overcab. There are four layouts. The 64 has an end washroom, the 74 an island bed and the 76 a rear lounge. Finally, the 76G puts a bed over a garage. All four have four travel seats, so they suit families.
Auto-Trail offers two- and five-year warranties. Dealers describe a five-year conversion warranty and a five-year body construction integrity warranty on recent models.
Back in 2011, Auto-Trail offered a ten-year water ingress warranty on its 2012 models. So older vans may have different terms. Always check the handbook and service book for the exact model.
With campervans, coachbuilts and an A-class, Auto-Trail covers most types of tourer. So start with how you like to travel.
Before you buy, check the weight against your licence. Also, read the insurance guide and Caravanning Costs before you budget.
Used Auto-Trails are easy to find, and parts are widely available, so they’re a popular first motorhome. However, Practical Motorhome’s used buyer guides flag a few things to check.
The best way to choose is to step inside and drive one. First, visit a local Auto-Trail dealer, where you can compare layouts and book a test drive. Then, if you can, go to the Motorhome and Caravan Show at the NEC in Birmingham. It runs each October, and most makers show their new models there.
When buying used, a dealer usually costs more than a private sale. However, you get legal rights under the Consumer Rights Act. Also, many dealers include a habitation check and a short warranty. In contrast, a private sale is cheaper, but the checks are down to you.
Whichever you choose, read Motorhome and Campervan Touring first, and keep the caravan checklists handy for collection day.
In Grimsby, North East Lincolnshire. Auto-Trail builds every vehicle at its Europarc factory.
Auto-Trail has been part of the Trigano group since 1999.
An all-new overcab range for 2027, on a Peugeot Boxer. It launched at the NEC in October 2026, with four layouts.
Yes. The Grande Frontier, first launched in 2006, is Auto-Trail’s luxury A-class.
Auto-Trail offers two- and five-year warranties. Check the exact terms for your model with a dealer.
Yes. The Auto-Trail Owners’ Club (ATOC) has run since 1993.
Save campsites, plan upcoming stays and meet other tourers in the Community. Joining is free and takes under a minute.
