Motorhome surge strains urban management in China

The 30th Guangzhou International RV Show will take place from November 13 to 15, 2026, at the Guangzhou Airport Expo Center (1108 Yingbin Avenue, Baiyun District). Organized by RV Home, the event will feature over 100 brands of motorhomes, travel trailers, and camping equipment, including Class B and C motorhomes, light truck campers, off-road RVs, fifth wheels, new energy RVs, and power and water storage systems. The show targets the South China market and aims to boost the RV and camping industry.

Sina portal published recommendations for summer motorhome camping, highlighting suburban campsites in Shanghai (Dishui Lake) and Xi'an (Hanyangyi). The article notes that campsites offer various amenities, including kickboxing classes, outdoor movies, and barbecue. Tips are provided for choosing a safe location, considering terrain, infrastructure, and weather.

A user shared a video showing a mouse spending a day inside a motorhome. The clip was posted as part of a short-video support program. The author's views do not necessarily reflect those of the platform.

BAIC has launched the Ruisheng Wangpai M7 camper, starting at 89,800 yuan, based on the Wangpai M7 MPV, with factory-approved legal modifications and a registration certificate marked as "camper". The vehicle is 5.24 meters long, 1.95 meters high, equipped with a 1.95×1.47-meter bed and a 12V 2400W DC inverter air conditioner, with optional 36L water tank and 3000W inverter. Compared to self-converted MPVs (which cost 20,000-30,000 yuan extra and face inspection risks), the factory camper is cheaper and compliant.

The electric version of the Ruisheng M8 camper has not been launched, and no official timeline has been announced. The petrol version, priced at 126,800–153,800 yuan, is currently available. The vehicle is a mid-size MPV with a wheelbase exceeding 2,900 mm and a body length over 5 meters, suitable for camping conversions. If released, the electric version is estimated to cost 180,000–200,000 yuan, 50,000–80,000 yuan more than the petrol version. Drawbacks of the electric version for camping include limited range, conversion restrictions, and lower resale value.

A veteran is traveling through Xinjiang in a motorhome, stopping at campsites for rest and supplies. On a rainy evening, he enjoys a glass of wine.