By Paul Domish | The Drift “What’s better for a campervan — Ford Transit or Mercedes Sprinter?” If you spend any time researching the Ford Transit vs Sprinter camper van  debate online, you’ll see that question everywhere — in forums comment sections, and builder walkthroughs. After reading builder blogs, owner reviews, and spec sheets, a familiar pattern usually emerges: The Sprinter  is often viewed as the premium, diesel touring platform with strong resale value. The Trans

By Paul Domish | Drifter Vans We See It All the Time Someone decides to sell their house to live in a van  and step into a new kind of freedom — a custom-built campervan designed to take them wherever they want to go. It’s bold. It’s exciting. It’s life-changing. But there’s always that awkward middle part — the “where do I live while my van is being built?” phase. It’s a common challenge in the house to vanlife transition . If you’re like some of our clients at Drifter Vans,

By Sunny Lane | The Drift – Tales from the Road For Debra Fleeger, healing doesn’t live in one place. It resonates. It travels. It echoes...

By Sunny Lane, for The Drift Not every journey starts with a dramatic leap. Some begin with a slow realization, a whispered idea that keeps circling back until it becomes something real. For Mallory and Matt , that moment happened in 2020. The world was shifting. Their jobs went fully remote. And instead of staying in place, they chose to go—all in. “We figured, if we could work from anywhere,” Mallory said, “why not actually go anywhere?” A Life Built on the Road What began

What if vanlife wasn’t about escape—but about coming home differently? More and more retirees are choosing campervans not to travel far, but to stay close. Whether it’s visiting family without being a burden or showing up for life’s big (and small) moments, a custom van offers freedom, comfort, and connection. At Drifter Vans, we design “rolling guest rooms” that help you be present—on your own terms.

Forget flowers and chocolates—this Valentine’s Day, give the gift of adventure. A custom camper van turns every getaway into a romantic escape, built for connection, comfort, and life on the road. For couples who crave experiences over things, it’s the ultimate expression of love and freedom.

Design a van that moves with you. From off-grid power to personalized layouts, a custom RV van build offers the freedom to choose every detail. Whether you're chasing remote trails or weekend escapes, it's adventure—your way.