GAC E8 PHEV bed mode test: 1.8m flat space and 500-yuan conversion, but one catch

The 45th Beijing RV and Camping Expo will be held from October 16 to 19 at the Beijing RV Times Camping Park. The event will feature 500 RVs, including motorhomes and travel trailers, along with camping gear and accessories. Organizers expect over 1,000 RV owners to attend, with 508 already registered. Activities include fishing competitions, a food festival, and live music.

The article analyzes the possibility of using the BMW 3 Series as a camper. It notes that rear-wheel-drive models, especially long-wheelbase and GT versions, are suitable for sleeping thanks to folding rear seats and a trunk volume of up to 1600 liters. Dimensions, tips for leveling the surface, and recommendations for choosing a model depending on the number of people are provided.

An article describes a five-day, four-night motorhome route through western Sichuan, China. The route starts in Chengdu and passes through Yingxiu, Lixian, Heishui, Maoxian and Wenchuan. The total cost is estimated at 6,000 yuan, including food, lodging, fuel and tolls. The itinerary includes free attractions such as Danzhamugou forest, the Tibetan villages of Yangronghade and Luolicuo, and Yakexia National Forest Park, which charges a 20 yuan cleaning fee per family. The article also offers advice on campsite selection, necessary equipment and safety precautions.

Jiangxi Qifeng Special Vehicle Equipment Co., Ltd., based in the Xinjian Economic Development Zone in Nanchang, has reported growth in production and exports of its campers. Annual production capacity is 700 units, and since March this year, overseas orders for special vehicles have exceeded 6,000 units. The company uses JMC chassis and its own 48-volt electrical system, and operates 40 service centers across China.

The author of an article on Sina argues that the main appeal of a motorhome lies not in its equipment or interior, but in the opportunity to lead a different lifestyle, freely moving and choosing places to stop. The piece is subjective and contains no specific facts or data.

BAW's Ruisen brand has announced the dimensions of the Ace Camper M7: 5240mm long, 1870mm wide, 1950mm high, with a wheelbase of 3200mm. Based on the Ace M7 long-wheelbase version, it features a retro long-nose front and a rear-mounted 90kW electric motor. The rear cabin is specially outfitted for camping and leisure. Fuel and electric versions (E-M7) are also available.