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From October 9 to 11, the Ociano tourist complex in Haenam County will host the Jeolla-Namdo-Gwangju Camping and Tourism 2026 expo. About 780 teams, 4,000 campers and over 100 companies are expected.
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Hwaseong authorities are closing the Hyangnam auto campsite, opened in 2018, to build a training field for Hwaseong FC. The decision drew over 100 complaints.
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A public campsite in Hwaseong, used by about 50,000 people annually, will close next month. A training ground for the professional football club Hwaseong FC is planned for the site. The campsite was designated an excellent campsite by the government last year, but closure was announced nine months later. Dozens of online petitions against the closure were not properly considered: the city accepted opinions only by mail and in-person visits, and the 1.8 billion won budget for the training ground was approved before the feedback period ended. The city cited the campsite's operating deficit and the opening of an alternative campsite as reasons for closure.
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The 7th Suwon Camping Car Show 2026 will be held from October 9 to 11 at the Suwon Convention Center (SCC) in Gwanggyo. About 30 manufacturers of campers, caravans and custom conversion companies will participate. The exhibition will focus on campers based on Kia PV5 and Hyundai ST1 EV electric platforms, as well as Staria and Carnival Hi-Limousine custom models. Admission is 5,000 won at the door, or 3,000 won with a 40% discount when booked online.
The Suwon Camping Car Show 2026 will take place from October 9 to 11, 2026, at the Suwon Convention Center in Gwanggyo, Suwon, South Korea. The event is hosted by the Korea Leisure Vehicle Industry Association and organized by Interfesta. About 30 domestic and international manufacturers of motorhomes and caravans will participate. Exhibits will include electric PBV campers based on the Kia PV5 and Hyundai ST1, traditional motorhomes, caravans, and truck campers. Admission is 5,000 won at the door or 3,000 won (40% discount) with online reservation.
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The Suwon Camping Car Show 2026 will take place from October 9 to 11 at the Suwon Convention Center (SCC) in Gwanggyo, South Korea. More than 30 manufacturers and custom companies will participate, showcasing motorhomes, caravans, truck campers, and electric camper vans based on Kia PV5 and Hyundai ST1 EV platforms. Visitors can receive consultations on contracts, options, and after-sales service. Admission is 5,000 won on-site or 3,000 won with a 40% discount via online reservation.
Korean design studio Lotux Grey Studio unveiled a camper van concept based on the Kia PV7, featuring an extended cargo area and NCM batteries of 71.5 and 96.2 kWh.
On September 14, a video was published on the YouTube channel "Poongja TV" showing the delivery of a custom camper van based on the Kia PV5. TV personality Poongja, who recently lost 33 kg, waited about six months for the vehicle: nearly five months in the queue due to high demand and just over two weeks for the interior conversion. Such campers are priced between 40 and 50 million won. The interior features a flat floor, storage drawers, a table, a mosquito net, a microwave, a fridge-freezer, and a touch-sensitive sink; the electric vehicle allows all appliances to run, provides heating in winter and cooling in summer. An automatic awning with remote control is installed outside.
Kia has revealed the production version of its electric PV7 van at IAA Transportation 2026 in Hanover, Germany. The model will launch in South Korea and Europe in mid-2027. The PV7 Long measures 535 cm long, 66 cm longer than the PV5, and 190 cm wide. It will offer a 96-kWh battery with over 460 km of WLTP range or a base 71.5-kWh pack. Sussex Campervans has already announced plans for a PV7-based camper.
A civic coalition in Seongnam has filed a public audit request with the Board of Audit and Inspection over the creation and operation of an auto campsite in Yuldong Park, Bundang District. The group alleges that from 2023 the city ignored or circumvented legal regulations: it changed the name from 'campground' to 'campsite', failed to register the facility under the Tourism Promotion Act, and exceeded area limits. Gyeonggi Province special judicial police are investigating city officials on suspicion of unregistered operation; the city argues the site falls under urban park and land use laws, not tourism legislation.
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Compare across countriesTwo public campsites in Gunsan, South Korea, built for 5.7 billion won, have ceased operations due to the absence of private operators.
On the 14th, a video titled “KIA PV5 Car Camping” was posted on the YouTube channel “Pungja TV.” Pungja announced the purchase of a Kia PV5 camper van, saying the wait for delivery took 4–5 months and the interior build about 2 weeks. He stated the total process from order to receipt took just over 6 months. The Kia PV5 is sold for between 40 million and 50 million won depending on trim.
South Korean TV host Pungja purchased a camper starting at 40 million won. Waiting and finishing took six months. She declined a VAT refund due to possible legal issues.
A campsite at the Alcohol Theme Museum in Wanju County, North Jeolla Province, has installed an access authentication system for its women-only showers. Entry requires a female ID card. The measure aims to prevent unauthorized access and illegal filming. The system may be expanded to other women-only facilities.
NOL Universe has opened exclusive booking on the NOL platform for 25 campsites run by local governments across South Korea. About 1,300 products and thematic filters were added.
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TV host Poongja showed off a new KIA PV5-based camper and said that thanks to losing 33 kg she can use it. The wait for the vehicle took about six months.
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Creator Pungja announced the purchase of a camper van in a video on the YouTube channel Pungja TV on September 14. The wait for the vehicle took 4–5 months, interior work took over two weeks, and full inspection took nearly six months. She considered registering it as a mobile office for a VAT refund but declined due to potential legal issues.
On September 14, on the program 'Pungja TV,' TV personality Pungja announced the purchase of a luxury camper. According to her, the waiting period was 4–5 months, and the interior work took 2 weeks. She noted that some elements were missing in the base configuration, requiring modifications. The total weight of the vehicle is 33 kg.
At around 2 p.m. on 14 September, a caravan being towed by a vehicle overturned at the 208-kilometer mark on the Yeongdong Expressway in the direction of Incheon, between the Daegwallyeong and Jinbu interchanges. The exact cause is under investigation. Caravans can lose stability in strong winds, during sudden steering, speeding, or uneven loading; crosswinds are particularly dangerous in mountainous areas such as Daegwallyeong. Towing drivers are advised to check the hitch, safety chains, tire pressure, and cargo securement before departure, avoid speeding and abrupt maneuvers, and move to safety after an accident.
Civic organizations in Seongnam have filed a request with the Board of Audit and Inspection for a public audit, alleging that the auto camping site in Yuldong Park was created in violation of laws and administrative procedures. They claim that a 2023 park plan amendment lacked proper legal review of camping size and location restrictions in a conservation green zone, and that a 2024 name change from "campground" to "camping site" was a workaround to bypass those rules. The groups also question the legality of an unplanned dog playground and the fact that the site opened in 2025 without registration as a camping business under the Tourism Promotion Act. The site was expanded from 8,941 sq m to 26,734 sq m, exceeding the legal limit of 10,000 sq m, and has 96 pitches. Gyeonggi Province police are investigating possible unregistered operation, while the city argues the facility falls under park and urban planning laws, not tourism law.