Family drives electric taxi 3,600 km from Shandong to Tibet

The Fourth China RV Family Happiness (Grassland) Carnival will be held from August 7 to 9, 2026 at Tianbao Nasutu Grassland Tourist Resort (Zhangbei County, Hebei Province, 4A, about 230 km from Beijing). Early bird tickets are 299 yuan per vehicle (until July 31), rising to 599 yuan from August 1. Benefits include four-day free admission, welcome ceremony with hada and kumis, RV parade, cooking exchange, bonfire party, lucky draw, and discounts on attractions.

The Mercedes Marco Polo is a factory-built camper based on the V-Class, developed with Westfalia. The price difference over a standard V-Class is 300,000–500,000 yuan, while a DIY conversion costs 150,000–250,000 yuan. The factory version includes an electric pop-up roof, a full kitchen with sink, stove and fridge, and an MBAC control system. Benefits include higher integration, retained factory warranty and better resale value. For users who camp more than 10 times a year, the premium pays off in 3–5 years through time savings and reliability.

On June 10, 2026, China's Ministry of Industry and Information Technology published the 409th batch of vehicle announcements, including 65 new models of recreational and camping vehicles from 55 manufacturers. Among them, 49 are motorhomes (46 self-propelled and 3 trailers), including 11 new energy models (3 fully electric). Additionally, 16 camping vehicles were presented, with 4 new energy models (3 fully electric).

During the summer of 2026, China sees a sharp rise in car and motorhome rentals. Rental companies are expanding fleets, with 80% of new vehicles in Beijing being electric. Motorhome rental prices have dropped 20–30% year-on-year, while orders in Xinjiang and Yunnan increased by 50%. The government supports motorhome camping under the 15th Five-Year Plan for expanding consumption.

From July 16 to 20, 2026, the Henghe motorhome camp in Yangcheng County, Shanxi Province, will host a festival featuring motorhome and tent camping, barbecue with a professional team, an outdoor swimming pool with separate deep and shallow areas, and evening live music. The event is organized by the Yangcheng Information Center and the Henghe town government.

On July 10, two themed motorhomes from Songming County (Kunming) drove through Nanjing's central streets, including Xinjiekou and Binjiang, as well as near the Nanjing Eye and Confucius Temple landmarks. Inside, the temperature was kept at 20 °C to replicate Songming's cool climate. Attendants in traditional Chinese costumes handed out fresh-cut flowers and discount coupons for local hotels, shops, and tourist attractions. The campaign aims to attract tourists and potential property buyers.