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Camper van owner shares experience of parking with charging

04.05.2026 19:37 1 min 1 source
sina.cn ZHO

A user in Shanghai reported leaving their camper van overnight at a parking spot with a charging station. The vehicle CAN accommodate two adults with ample length and width. Curtains from the NIO Life brand provide complete blackout.

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Camper van owner shares experience of parking with charging

04.05.2026 sina.cn ZHO

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