Automotive aftermarket: a new 'blue ocean' of growth

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.

Geely will showcase its new EGOE LIFE camper van at the Chengdu RV exhibition (September 19-21, 2026). The vehicle features an electric pop-up roof, a 51.4 kWh battery with a 375 km range, and prices starting at 145,800 yuan for the base version and 159,800 yuan for the flagship. It sleeps up to four people.

The Great Wall Pao Hi4-T pop-top motorhome was officially launched at the Chengdu Auto Show. Based on the Hi4-T platform, it features a 2.0T engine and P2 motor with a combined output of 310 kW and 750 N·m, a 33.1 kWh battery supporting 6 kW external discharge. The vehicle stands 2165 mm high, fits into some 2.2-meter garages, has a 26° approach angle, 21° departure angle, 220 mm ground clearance, and part-time four-wheel drive. Inside, it offers a 1400×1950 mm double bed, toilet, kitchen, and more; outside, a 42 L fridge, integrated outdoor kitchen, 270° awning, and 290 L external storage.

In March 2026, Ruisheng launched the Wangpai M7 motorhome priced at 89,800 yuan, featuring factory 3C certification and drivable with a C1 license. The hybrid SUV Benteng Yueyi 07 (from 99,800 yuan) offers external power supply and light off-road capability. Used Audi A3L (from 99,000 yuan) and A5 are unsuitable for camping due to limited trunk space and lack of external power.

In China, a tornado lifted a motorhome and hung it on a bridge dozens of meters high, with a person inside. The incident occurred on August 24, 2026; details are being clarified.

The Qijing GX7, a midsize electric SUV co-developed by GAC and Huawei, debuted at the 2026 Chengdu Auto Show and is slated for launch in the second half of the year. It features the HarmonySpace 6 cockpit, Huawei Qiankun ADS5 driver assistance with four lidars, a 20-second one-touch bed conversion, and a combined range exceeding 1,500 km, with a starting price of 209,900 yuan.