Campervan, RV & Vanlife News

Utah-based dealer ROA Off-Road and Pause have unveiled the Roamer X caravan after nearly four years of development. The model measures 27 feet (about 8.2 m) long and has a gross weight of around 4,990 kg; it uses a riveted aluminium frame, MORryde air suspension with 12 inches of travel, enlarged brake discs and a fully articulating ball hitch. The power system comprises a 2,160 Ah lithium battery, two 3,000 W inverters and solar panels with a total output of 3,160 W, with the awning also generating electricity. The interior includes heating, dual-zone independent air conditioning, a private bedroom with an oversized bed, a full bathroom, an electric fireplace, leather recliners and two kitchens with dishwashers.

The Xingguang 730 PHEV is described as the only seven-seat plug-in hybrid MPV in the 100,000 yuan class whose factory seats fold into a near-flat sleeping surface. The 2026 model is priced at 73,000 to 91,800 yuan, with a body length of 4,910 mm, a wheelbase of 2,910 mm and a 2+2+3 layout. Tests found a person 1.8 m tall can lie down without removing seats. Three conversion options are listed: a light version from 1,600 yuan (mattress and blinds), a mid-level version at about 12,000 yuan (folding frame, storage, basic water and power) and a full version at about 30,000 yuan (parking air conditioning, lithium battery, kitchen module). Removing seats is classified as illegal modification.

A Chinese outlet reviews converting the Lingzhi minivan into a camper van for overnight stays. The Lingzhi EV comes with three range options: 203 km, 333 km and 410 km, with batteries of 17.3 kWh, 31.9 kWh and 37.9 kWh. The 203 km version has a 30 kW motor, the others 50 kW. A used Lingzhi M5 costs about 40,000 yuan, a basic conversion starts at 2,000 yuan and a full build with soundproofing costs around 10,000 yuan. The outlet warns that seat count and mounting must not be changed and electrical work should be done by a specialist.

A Chinese outlet compared three routes for a seven-day motorhome trip during the summer holidays. The Qinghai-Gansu route covers about 2,800 km with 4-5 hours of driving per day and links Qinghai Lake, Chaka Salt Lake and Dunhuang. The Hulunbuir route covers about 1,200 km with 2-3 hours of driving per day at around 22 °C. The 500 km Taihu loop has a budget of 1,000-1,500 yuan per person and relies on 65 stopover points across Jiangsu province. Electric and water hook-ups at the Qinghai Lake Erlangjian motorhome campsite cost 80-150 yuan per night. In the peak season from 10 July to 25 August, the outlet recommends booking motorhomes and campsites 30 days in advance.

Sanchuang Alliance (Cangzhou) has developed a new energy motorhome with a coffee sales area aimed at mobile entrepreneurs. Production takes place in the China-Central and Eastern Europe SME Cooperation Zone in Cangzhou. The motorhome features a large open sales window, a coffee machine, a folding bed and a fridge. Monthly sales have averaged more than ten units this year, with exports to Russia, Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan. The company relocated to Cangzhou in 2017, signed an agreement with Romanian firm Feimu in 2018 and began mass production in 2019. Revenue in the first three quarters of 2026 exceeded 80 million yuan, up 50% year on year.

Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson on 2 November vetoed one of five motorhome permit bills (CB 121283) proposed by the city council, which would have established a licensing system for motorhome owners. Wilson said the proposal was difficult and expensive to implement and could worsen homelessness. She signed four other bills, including CB 121279, which expands the city's authority to open car parks and other resources for motorhome residents. On 3 November Wilson issued an executive order directing city departments to use 2026 funds for outreach to motorhome residents, open two safe parking sites and form a city and community working group. The 2027-2028 budget maintains funding for two parking sites expected to provide spaces for 182 residents.

The Changshawan service area in Shanwei, Guangdong province, has become popular among motorhome owners. According to Yue TV, travellers call it a five-star stopover, citing its architecture, coastal location and historical sites. Some long-distance drivers make detours to stay there. One motorhomer said he came on the recommendation of other travellers.

Nanchong Dongjia New Energy Automobile has filed the Dongjia Jiale DJV5042XLJDT motorhome with China's Ministry of Industry and Information Technology. The motorhome uses a SAIC Maxus SH5042XXYH7DB chassis and comes in two body lengths, 5800 mm and 5498 mm, with a width of 2098 mm and a height of 2730 mm. Gross vehicle weight is 3800 kg, kerb weight is 3200 kg, and seating is for 3 to 6 people. A 2.0-litre Shanghai Xindongli diesel engine is offered in three versions producing 110 kW and 130 kW, with a top speed of up to 160 km/h when paired with an 8-speed automatic gearbox.

Zhejiang Rofhart Automobile has submitted the Rohold LFH5051XLJA motorhome to the 413th batch of China's Ministry of Industry and Information Technology new product catalogue. The Class C motorhome is built on a JMC second-category chassis and measures 5995 mm long, 2390, 2410 or 2500 mm wide and 3120 or 3180 mm high. Gross vehicle weight is 5250 kg, kerb weight 4840 kg, top speed 155 km/h, and it is offered with four or six seats. Power comes from a 2.3-litre DURATORQ4D236H diesel engine producing 126 kW, with independent air suspension and side and rear slide-outs that may only be used when parked.

Jiangsu Famery Automobile has filed for the Famery FMR5041XLJBEV electric motorhome in the 413th batch of the Chinese Ministry of Industry and Information Technology's new product catalogue. The motorhome uses a BYD class 2 electric chassis, has a two-seat layout and is equipped with a FinDreams battery and a BYD permanent-magnet synchronous motor. Dimensions are 5980/2025/2830 mm, gross weight is 4495 kg, kerb weight is 3800 kg and top speed is limited to 90 km/h. The TZ200XSY motor produces a peak 150 kW; battery capacity and range are not disclosed.

Anhui Dachang Special Vehicle Manufacturing has submitted the ADC5070XLJ motorhome under the eju brand for approval in China's Ministry of Industry and Information Technology batch 413. The vehicle is built on a SAIC Maxus SH1083ZFDDWZ chassis with a 3308 mm wheelbase and rear air suspension. Dimensions are 5990×2550×3450 mm, gross weight 7360 kg, kerb weight 6500 kg, seating for four and a top speed of 105 km/h. Equipment includes furniture, sleeping, cooking and sanitary facilities, lighting and air conditioning; ABS is available in two variants and an ETC device can be fitted. Engine power, displacement and fuel consumption are not disclosed in the published materials.

Wuhan Sibeka Special Vehicle has filed the Wugong WGG5033XLJBEV electric motorhome for certification in the 413th batch of China's Ministry of Industry and Information Technology vehicle product catalogue. The Class B model uses the Remote JL6551BEV112 electric van chassis from Zhejiang Haoqing Automobile. It measures 5490×1980×2500 mm with a 3600 mm wheelbase, has a kerb weight of 2750 kg, a gross weight of 3495 kg, five seats and a top speed of 135 km/h. Power comes from a CATL LFP battery and a Zhuhai Inbol motor rated at 66 kW, peaking at 170 kW. Battery capacity, range and price were not disclosed.

China's Ministry of Industry and Information Technology has published the YSD5045XLJ motorhome from Yangzhou Saide Caravan Co., Ltd. under the Yilu Yijia brand in the 413th batch of its new product notice. The vehicle is built on the NJ1046AFDC class 2 chassis from Nanjing Automobile Group and is positioned as a blue-plate Class C motorhome. It measures 5995 mm long, has a gross weight of 4495 kg, seats 2 to 4 people and has a top speed of 120 km/h. The kerb weight of 3960 kg leaves a payload of about 535 kg. The engine's maximum net power is listed as 108 kW, while the engine model and fuel consumption are not disclosed in the notice.

Dongfeng has filed the EQ5068XLJYY6D motorhome with China's Ministry of Industry and Information Technology. The vehicle measures 5988 mm long, has a gross weight of 5900 kg and a kerb weight of 5520 kg, and is offered with four or five seats. It uses Dongfeng's own EQ2068FYY6J chassis, has a 33-degree approach angle and comes with two diesel engines rated at 171 kW and 226 kW. Declared top speeds are 140 km/h and 130 km/h, and the living area includes a table, bed, kitchen, washbasin, toilet, shower and air conditioning.

Hubei Huilong Special Vehicle has submitted the Longxinghui HLV5040XSYSH6 camper for approval in the 413th batch of new products published by China's Ministry of Industry and Information Technology. The model is based on a Maxus chassis, has a gross weight of 3.5 tonnes and seats six. Dimensions are 5840 or 5498 mm long, 2062 mm wide and 2650 or 2535 mm high, with a wheelbase of 3366 mm. It uses a 2.0-litre diesel engine rated at 110 kW, reaches a top speed of 160 km/h and meets the China VI emission standard. Equipment includes sleeping facilities, storage cabinets, a toilet, lighting and air conditioning, plus ABS and an event data recorder.

Luoyang Lingyu Langchen Automobile has filed the Banlüchen LLC5036XSYBEV electric camper van in the 413th batch of new product announcements by China's Ministry of Industry and Information Technology. The model is built on the JL6551BEV117 electric chassis supplied by Zhejiang Haoqing and targets the converted new-energy motorhome market. It measures 5,490 mm long, 1,980 mm wide and 2,670 or 2,500 mm high, with a 3,600 mm wheelbase, a gross weight of 3,495 kg, a kerb weight of 2,850 or 2,650 kg and seating for two to five people. The TZ202XSE22 motor from Zhuhai Inbol produces 66 kW continuous and 170 kW peak, the top speed is 135 km/h, and the LFP traction battery comes from CATL. Battery capacity and range are not disclosed in the filing.

Hubei Huilong Special Purpose Vehicle Co., Ltd. has filed the Longxinghui HLV5030XSYHEV-SH plug-in range-extender camper van in the 413th batch of China's Ministry of Industry and Information Technology product announcements. The vehicle is built on a SAIC Maxus SH6541U1SHEV-N50 chassis and measures 5430×1870×2218 mm with a 3450 mm wheelbase, a gross weight of 3050 kg, a kerb weight of 2700 kg and seven seats. Equipment includes sleeping facilities, storage cabinets and sanitary fittings, plus an EDR, a satellite positioning terminal and a 100 km/h speed limiter. The powertrain pairs a 965 ml 42 kW petrol range extender from Zhejiang Chunfeng Power with a 90 kW peak electric motor and a CATL lithium iron phosphate battery. The filing shows special-purpose vehicle makers entering the new-energy camper and motorhome segment.

Huoshu Technology has submitted the HUS5040XLJ motorhome for inclusion in the 413th batch of the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology's new vehicle catalogue. The model is built on a Maxus SH6591H4DB-NS chassis and is a self-propelled Class B motorhome. It measures 5940 mm long, 2140 mm wide and 2850 mm high, with a 3760 mm wheelbase, a gross weight of 4250 kg, a kerb weight of 3980 kg and three seats. Power comes from a 1996 cc SC20M177Q6 diesel engine rated at 130 kW, paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission; top speed is 155 km/h and emissions meet the China VI standard. The interior includes cooking, sleeping, sanitary, water and electrical fittings, while seats in the work area have no seat belts and cannot carry passengers while driving. The vehicle features Bosch ABS 9/ESP9 and an event data recorder.

Taroko National Park authorities confirmed that Korean blogger Lee Da-hye violated rules while filming a motorhome overnight stay on Wuling Peak on 4 October. Climbing on rocks carries a fine of up to 3,000 Taiwan dollars, while the cooking inside the vehicle is still under review. The case raised questions about using an electric cooker without open flame in a legally parked vehicle. Camping expert Dage published a 2021 park reply that allowed such use under certain conditions and noted unclear wording in the 2022 and 2025 rule amendments. If cooking is ruled a violation, the first fine is 1,500 Taiwan dollars and repeat offences cost 3,000.

On 31 October vala club held its second-anniversary parties simultaneously in 13 Chinese cities, including Hangzhou, Beijing, Suzhou, Chengdu and Changsha. The events involved 248 vala vehicles and more than 800 participants. Over two years the club has organised 1,096 events across 31 provinces and 353 cities, with over a thousand vala vehicles taking part. Participants explored 2,158 lesser-known destinations. In September 2025 the General Office of the State Council forwarded measures from ten government departments to boost motorhome consumption, including support for campsites and themed tourism routes.