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Vala and Liuzhou Wuling have signed an agreement to jointly develop an electric camper priced under 100,000 yuan. The Vala Kcar model, based on the Wuling Zhiguang EV with a 305 km range, has been registered with MIIT, with mass production starting in the second half of 2026.
Vala and Liuzhou Wuling have partnered to create an affordable electric camper priced under 100,000 yuan. The Vala Kcar, built on the Wuling Zhiguang EV platform, has already been registered with MIIT. It offers a range of 305 km, and mass production is scheduled for the second half of 2026.
Earlier, Vala showcased its models at the 27th Beijing International RV and Camping Exhibition. The event attracted 19,000 visitors on its first day, and the brand received the "RV of the Year 2025" award. Vala reports nearly 1,000 orders for its electric vehicles, positioning them as daily-use and travel transport.
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Vala and Liuzhou Wuling have signed an agreement to jointly develop an electric camper priced under 100,000 yuan. The Vala Kcar model, based on the Wu...
Vala and Liuzhou Wuling have signed an agreement to jointly develop an electric camper priced under 100,000 yuan. The Vala Kcar model, based on the Wuling Zhiguang EV with a 305 km range, has been registered with MIIT, with mass production scheduled for the second half of 2026.
Vala showcased its models at the 27th Beijing International RV & Camping Exhibition. The brand received the '2025 RV of the Year' award at the event, ...
Vala showcased its models at the 27th Beijing International RV & Camping Exhibition. The brand received the '2025 RV of the Year' award at the event, which attracted 19,000 visitors on the first day. Vala reports nearly 1,000 orders for its electric vehicles, marketed for both daily commuting and travel.
Updated: 20.06.2026
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VALA Group and Liuzhou Wuling Industrial signed an agreement to jointly develop, produce and promote an electric camper. The first model, vala kcar, passed MIIT certification; series production is scheduled for the second half of 2026, with a target price below 100,000 yuan.
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The China Association of Automotive Journalists proposed leveraging the RV segment to stimulate automotive culture and consumption in Zhengzhou, which was selected as a pilot city for auto circulation reform. According to the association, China registers about 10,000 motorhomes annually, with a total fleet of 300,000 units — far below the US market (50,000 annual sales, 13 million units). The expert noted that developing camping infrastructure and easing RV usage rules could drive tourism and related industries.
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From March 1, 2026, a new Chinese standard prohibits using beds and showers in moving motorhomes. At speeds above 5 km/h, the system automatically locks the shower and warns occupants to leave the sleeping area. Between 2022 and 2024, 183 accidents occurred due to using living facilities while driving, causing 47 severe injuries and 12 deaths. Manufacturers like Yutong and SAIC Maxus are developing safety systems, and 500 new service area hookups will be added by 2026.
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