Luotuowan Village attracts motorhome tourists

On July 21, 2026, the groundbreaking ceremony for the Dalian Lidu RV Intelligent Manufacturing Base was held in the Dalian Free Trade Zone. The project, with a total investment of 207 million yuan, covers 26,000 square meters and will feature automated production lines and intelligent management systems. Completion is scheduled for the first quarter of 2028, with an annual output of 3,000 RVs and projected annual revenue of 600 million yuan. The base will produce towable, motorhome, campground, and special-purpose RVs for both domestic and export markets, including North America, Australia, and Europe.

A driver of an older BYD Tang DM model set off for Tibet, towing a Carlisle caravan. The first stop was Kangding, where the traveler visited hot springs. The route continues further into Tibet.

Chinese travel vloggers who focus on road trips are increasingly pausing their channels due to financial strain and platform changes. According to the article, a single video shoot can cost 20,000–30,000 yuan, including helicopter rental (8,000 yuan), software subscriptions (2,000 yuan), and fuel. Ad revenue has dropped from 50,000 to 8,000 yuan per integration, while competition has surged: the number of such bloggers on Douyin grew from under 100 to over 3,000 in two years. Drone regulations have also tightened, with fines up to 5,000 yuan for violations.

A Chinese article highlights a portable camping conversion for the Kia Carnival as a cheaper and more practical alternative to a full motorhome. The conversion features an automatic roof tent that deploys in 5 seconds via remote control, sleeping two people (max load 220 kg) on a 2.16×1.01 m mattress. The package includes a folding bed (195×110 cm) and a compact kitchen with a two-burner gas stove, water tank, and utensils. The conversion costs $16,000 (approx. 110,000 yuan), rising to $18,000 after May. The base vehicle is a Kia Carnival (length 5155 mm, wheelbase 3090 mm, boot volume 1793 L, max towing 1.5 t).

Zhejiang Jiya Intelligent Technology has introduced a 7 kW/220V utility post that integrates electric vehicle charging, motorhome power supply, and fresh water dispensing. Designed for campsites and RV parks, the unit targets the growing demand for combined refueling and replenishment for both RVs and electric cars. The post features a freeze-resistant water system, a stainless steel IP54-rated enclosure, and a QR-code-based payment system. According to the company, replacing separate charging and water stations with a single unit cuts infrastructure and maintenance costs by over 40%.

China has won the right to host the 23rd Asia-Pacific Caravanning and Camping Congress in 2027. The event will take place in Beijing.