Flash flood in Gansu's Shuangshimen scenic area kills 10, injures 23 campers

On July 26, CATL began the Western Sichuan leg of its 100,000 km national road test for the Xinlan chassis, sending a Welltufeng motorhome from Chengdu across the high-altitude plateau. The Xinlan chassis, developed by CATL subsidiary Times Xin'an, is a standardized platform for electric motorhomes, positioned as the 'Android system' for the industry. It features a 270 kW dual-motor all-wheel drive, range-extender hybrid, 68 kWh battery, and over 800 km range. Motorhomes based on the Xinlan chassis start at around 450,000 yuan.

China's Ministry of Commerce and nine other departments issued measures to boost auto aftermarket consumption, accelerating the integration of RV industry with cultural tourism. Jiangling Motorhome, based in Nanchang County, has been in RV conversion for 16 years and consistently ranks among the top three in national sales. The company develops models for family and business travel, leveraging Jiangling Group's chassis technology.

A couple from Guangdong traveling along the G331 highway in a motorhome changed their plans and stayed two days in Suibin County. They were attracted by clean streets, convenient facilities, and views of the border river.

The Sayram Lake Dianjiangtai Starry Sky RV Camp (Xinjiang) accepts reservations via the official WeChat mini-program/account 'Sayram Lake Tourism', as well as major OTA platforms Ctrip, Fliggy, Meituan, and the Baolige hotel group's direct channels. During peak season (June–August, October) advance booking of 1–3 days is recommended. The camp operates year-round; RVs feature a transparent roof for stargazing, private bathroom, and underfloor heating, operable down to –30 °C.

A flash flood in Weiyuan County, Gansu, China, on July 26 killed 10 people and injured 23. Provincial Party Secretary Hu Changsheng called for enhanced rainfall monitoring and safety inspections of tourist facilities, including motorhome and caravan campsites, and for the evacuation of visitors.

A guide for family trips to Qinghai Lake in 2026 lists five accommodation types: a lakeside prairie eco-resort, guesthouses near Heimahe, Tibetan family inns, RV campsites, and hotels inside the scenic area. Peak-season (July–August) prices range from 200 to 1,500 yuan per night. The scenic area has introduced a full-oxygen service system, nighttime entertainment, and eco-education programs.