Chinese auto journalist buys Yutong C12 bus for 800,000 yuan, plans to convert it into a motorhome

China's Ministry of Commerce and eight other agencies introduced support policies for the automotive aftermarket, boosting demand for motorhomes and camping. Sichuan Quanyi Environmental Equipment Co., Ltd. in Qingbaijiang District (Chengdu) has orders through October, with capacity nearly fully utilized. The company is adding production lines and expanding into overseas markets.

A 2020 Juwei Ford New Era small-overcab motorhome, first registered in September 2020, has been listed for sale in China. It has 68,000 km on the odometer, three ownership transfers, and is classified as non-commercial. The vehicle is powered by a 2.2-liter diesel engine with a 6-speed manual gearbox, meets China VI emission standards, and seats six. Dimensions are 5985×2285×2750 mm. Equipment includes a 400 Ah lithium battery, 300 W solar panel, 3000 W inverter, 130 L fresh water tank, Gree air conditioning, Frost refrigerator, Thetford toilet, Fiamma awning, and a slide-out diesel stove.

At the Shanghai RV & Camping Expo held August 22–24, the Wanaka camper built on the BYD T5DM Pro Max chassis was presented. The vehicle uses a hybrid system where a 1.5-liter turbo engine acts as a generator, with electric drive for propulsion. Total battery capacity is about 70 kWh, providing an electric range of 150 km and a combined range of up to 1100 km. Inside, the camper features a slide-out living area seating six, two sleeping areas, a kitchen with refrigerator and microwave, a toilet with electric macerator, a 400-liter fresh water tank, solar panels, and dual inverters.

In the Bailidujuan area of Bijie, Guizhou, RV camping is being developed using local ecology and mountain climate, boosting tourism and local incomes.

Bijie City in Guizhou Province, southwest China, is actively developing RV camping bases, attracting travelers from across China and boosting summer tourism.

On August 9, 2026, the four-day Fourth China RV Family Happiness Festival concluded at the Tianbao Nasutu Grassland Tourist Resort in Zhangbei, Hebei Province. The event attracted 437 motorhomes from 27 provinces and cities across China, with 1,311 participants ranging in age from 3 to 81 years. Organizers included RV World, 21st Century RV, and RV Family. The festival featured industry forums on campground infrastructure and tourism route development, along with entertainment such as concerts, fireworks, and equestrian performances.