China's RV fleet exceeds 210,000 units, but market remains nascent

On June 12–13, 2026, the Shanxi RV and Camping Association organized a charity road trip titled 'All the Yellow River, All the Love'. Participants in motorhomes delivered sports equipment to Zhidan Primary School in Liulin County and visited the historical Red Army crossing site on the Yellow River. The event was supported by local businesses including a Voyah dealership and a media company.

In Xiangtan, Hunan Province, the Furong Guoli motorhome hotel is under construction with 120 units, each featuring a 300+ sqm courtyard inspired by the 'Eight Views of Xiaoxiang'. The project is part of the Wanlou · Mango Youth Pier complex, which includes a container market, a 128-meter Ferris wheel, and digital attractions. Opening is expected by mid-to-late June.

A journalist tested the Haval H6 on the Beijing–Chengde route (over 200 km) covering urban roads, highways, mountain passes, and construction detours. The vehicle handled wet pavement and a 30° incline with 200 mm ground clearance without scraping. The 2.0T engine and 9-speed DCT provided smooth acceleration and gear changes. Interior space is generous (length 4705 mm, wheelbase 2810 mm), seats are comfortable, and the Coffee OS infotainment system responds to voice commands. Safety features include automatic emergency braking, 540° camera, and six airbags.

RV rental platform Fangche Shenghuojia reported a surge in summer 2026 bookings. The average rental duration reached a record 15.34 days. Demand is highest in northwestern China and Beijing, where RV occupancy exceeded 70% in July-August. Users increasingly prefer cost-effective models like the RV80C and prioritize roadside assistance coverage.

Chinese media published a selection of SUVs for summer road trips with a budget of about 200,000 yuan. The list includes Haval H9, Dongfeng Yipai 008, Tank 300, BJ40 eREV, and Buick Envision Plus. Key specifications such as drivetrain type, range, dimensions, and target audience are provided for each model.

A user rented a BYD Qin Plus DMi through Shenzhou car rental service in Guizhou for a trip from Guiyang to Anshun, Libo, and Kaili. The rental cost 776 yuan for 2 days and 2 hours, with total expenses of 1438 yuan (about 360 yuan per person). The car was delivered 30 minutes late without compensation, and fuel consumption was higher than advertised.