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Jiangxi Juntian Machinery has submitted a new motorhome model JKF5030XLJD23A for public disclosure under China's MIIT batch 408. The vehicle features a 3.0-liter gasoline engine producing 265 kW, a pop-up roof, and is designed for two occupants. With a length of 5.2 m and height of 2.004 m, it fits into underground parking garages and includes sleeping, cooking, and toilet facilities. Sales are expected to begin in Q3 2026.

Tangshan Yate Special Vehicle Co., Ltd. has submitted the TZ5030TSYHEV plug-in hybrid camper van for approval under China's MIIT 408th batch of new products. The vehicle meets blue-plate standards (under 6 m length, under 4.5 t GVWR) and can be driven with a C1 license. WLTC fuel consumption is 0.30 L/100 km, 90% lower than conventional campers. It uses a CATL LFP battery and a 965 cc range extender from Zhejiang Chunfeng Power (42 kW). The interior includes sleeping quarters, table, cabinets, and optional ETC. The model targets the fast-growing new-energy camper market, which saw 467% sales growth in Q1 2026.

Kunshan Wojun, Hebei Yongwei, and Jiangsu Dexing have filed applications for new RV models. Among them are the off-road Xingji on a MAN chassis, the compact Yue Di on a Sinotruk chassis, and the electric Jincheng with a BYD motor.

Weiertefen unveiled the Kaiyue Ningjie A68 motorhome at the CMS show in Wuhan on June 17, 2026. Based on a CATL extended-range skateboard chassis, it features a 68 kWh battery that charges from 20% to 80% in 18 minutes. The motorhome has dual-motor all-wheel drive, a 285-liter fresh water tank, and a 4.2-meter interior living space. Starting price is 468,000 yuan, with a purchase tax exemption for new energy vehicles.

CATL introduced the Xinlan chassis at the CMS Wuhan 2026 expo, designed specifically for electric motorhomes. The chassis features a low-floor height of 450 mm, 200 mm lower than traditional models, and improves space utilization by 20%. It offers 230 km of pure electric range and over 800 km total range. CATL announced a 100,000 km real-world test across six routes including Qinghai, Xinjiang, and Tibet, with open test drives for users.

On June 17, 2026, the CMS Wuhan Auto Show opened at the Wuhan International Expo Center. Wildefun's new premium motorhome brand Kaiyue made its debut, showcasing several models billed as world firsts.