BYD T5 DM hybrid camper addresses key pain points of traditional RVs

Chinese manufacturer Reiff has unveiled the X500, a pop-top camper based on the Ford Transit with a low roof. The vehicle is 5.9 m long and under 2.2 m high, allowing it to enter underground garages. Interior headroom when raised is 1.9 m. The model comes fully equipped for living and is priced from 300,000 yuan.

A man driving a tall motorhome set up camp on rugged snowy terrain and was hit by a blizzard. The incident occurred in winter conditions; no injuries have been reported.

A new campground called Xingchen has opened near Lijiang, Yunnan, offering accommodation in high-tech pods and motorhomes. The 3000-mu (about 200-hectare) site features an 8-km ATV track, shooting range, horse riding, and evening bonfires. Pods include smart underfloor heating, private bathrooms, and observation decks. Motorhomes come with kitchen, fridge, and retractable terrace. The facility targets travelers seeking a blend of comfort and outdoor activities.

A motorhome owner in China found on surveillance footage that a herd of horses had surrounded his vehicle, hitting and rubbing against it. The incident occurred during a trip; details are not disclosed.

Wanaka launched the T5DM Pro motorhome based on BYD hybrid chassis, starting at 449,800 yuan. It features a 70 kWh battery (55.4 kWh blade battery + 16.4 kWh auxiliary battery) and 2380W solar panels, with 150 km electric range and 800 km combined range, supporting DC fast charging. Dimensions are 5995×2450×3390 mm, blue plate and C license compliant. Layout is 5 seats and 3 beds, with 400 L fresh water and 160 L grey water tanks, enabling 7-10 days off-grid.

A 2026 guide to tent campsites near Huangshan (Anhui) lists six top options: Guangmingding summit site (sunrise), Paiyun-Danxia site (West Sea Canyon), Tuju RV campground (full facilities), Xingxing Chengyang base (rating 4.8), Gongsun guesthouse (non-tent, rating 4.9), and seven free parking spots at Tangkou. Prices range from free to 800 yuan per night. Advance booking is advised during peak seasons.