# Beach-Ready Surfing Vans The Volkswagen California Surf Has a Seven-Speed Engine and More By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2023-03-07 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/volkswagen-california-surf References: [geeky-gadgets](https://www.geeky-gadgets.com/volkswagen-california-surf-unveiled-06-03-2023/) & [vwpress](https://www.vwpress.co.uk/en-gb/releases/4902#gallery)  The [Volkswagen](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/volkswagen-2025-grand-california) California Surf has been unveiled as a new take on the brand's T6.1 Transporter van to provide avid beachgoers with the perfect model for their lifestyle. The van will be positioned between the Beach Tour and Beach Ocean models, and features a 2.0 TDI 150PS seven-speed engine with a direct-shift gearbox and a set of 16-inch Clayton alloy wheels. The van boasts the latest technologies including a three-zone climatronic climate control system along with an eight-inch Ready to Discover infotainment system and eight-speaker sound system. The Volkswagen California Surf comes standard with a mini kitchen, camping table and even a [pop-up canvas roof](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sunlight-vanlife-camper-van). Compact and perfect for beginners, the [beach camper van](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ford-nugget) will be available starting at £68,234. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.2/10 - Popularity: 61% | Activity: 82% | Freshness: 14% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Beach Camper Vans:** There is an opportunity for businesses to create more affordable, customized and eco-friendly beach camper vans for a wider target market. - **Smart Rvs:** Innovators can explore ways to integrate AI technologies and smart home features into RVs for a more convenient and personalized experience. - **Off-grid Travel:** There is potential for the development of off-grid travel infrastructure, such as solar panels and eco-friendly waste management, to enhance the sustainability of camping and beach trips. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Automotive Industry:** The automotive industry can invest in creating more eco-friendly and cost-effective camping and beach camper vans to meet the rising demand for sustainable travel options. - **Hospitality Industry:** The hospitality industry can partner with camping and beach camper van rental services to offer a unique and customizable travel experience for tourists and adventure-seekers alike. - **Technology Industry:** The technology industry can explore opportunities to develop smart technologies and home automation features for beach camper vans and RVs for a more personalized and convenient travel experience. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Dynamic Couture Campers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grand-california-camper.md) - [Family-Sized Camping Vans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/volkswagen-2025-grand-california.md) - [Beach-Ready Camping Vans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beachy-van-540.md) - [Rugged Adventure Vans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adventure-van.md) - [App-Connected Campervans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-campervan.md) - [Versatile Commercial Van Options](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/volkswagen-transporter.md) - [Family-Friendly Camper Vans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/familyfriendly-camper-van.md) - [All-Electric Camper Van Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alpincamper.md) - [European-Inspired Camper Vans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/westfalia-americas-wave-srt.md)