Spain rewrites motorhome parking rules · VanLife Weekly #30
From October Spain bans blocking motorhome parking, but the Canaries tighten site rules. Also: Honda Trail Master and Turkey's caravan boom.
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VanSky index for Dezhou, China — 28 out of 100 (Challenging). Decide in seconds: temperature, precipitation, wind and solar output. Data refreshed several times a day from real weather observations.
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Dezhou, China — VanSky 28 out of 100. Difficult — consider alternatives. Ranked #1877 of 2388 cities in the country (as of 27 July 2026). Temperature 31°C, wind 11 km/h. Solar panels yield 2.0 kWh/day at 400 W — enough for full autonomy.
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Dezhou ranks 1466 of 2388 cities. Country average VanSky — 42.
Updated: 25.07.2026
92号汽油
$1.10 /l
CNY7.42 · €0.96/l
35 of 140
cheaper than 76% of countries
95号汽油
$1.17 /l
CNY7.92 · €1.03/l
16 of 94
cheaper than 84% of countries
98号汽油
$1.35 /l
CNY9.12 · €1.18/l
9 of 24
cheaper than 67% of countries
柴油
$1.04 /l
CNY7.06 · €0.92/l
28 of 141
cheaper than 81% of countries
China's Ministry of Commerce and nine other departments issued measures to boost auto aftermarket consumption, accelerating the integration of RV industry with cultural tourism. Jiangling Motorhome, based in Nanchang County, has been in RV conversion for 16 years and consistently ranks among the top three in national sales. The company develops models for family and business travel, leveraging Jiangling Group's chassis technology.
A couple from Guangdong traveling along the G331 highway in a motorhome changed their plans and stayed two days in Suibin County. They were attracted by clean streets, convenient facilities, and views of the border river.
The Sayram Lake Dianjiangtai Starry Sky RV Camp (Xinjiang) accepts reservations via the official WeChat mini-program/account 'Sayram Lake Tourism', as well as major OTA platforms Ctrip, Fliggy, Meituan, and the Baolige hotel group's direct channels. During peak season (June–August, October) advance booking of 1–3 days is recommended. The camp operates year-round; RVs feature a transparent roof for stargazing, private bathroom, and underfloor heating, operable down to –30 °C.
A flash flood in Weiyuan County, Gansu, China, on July 26 killed 10 people and injured 23. Provincial Party Secretary Hu Changsheng called for enhanced rainfall monitoring and safety inspections of tourist facilities, including motorhome and caravan campsites, and for the evacuation of visitors.
A guide for family trips to Qinghai Lake in 2026 lists five accommodation types: a lakeside prairie eco-resort, guesthouses near Heimahe, Tibetan family inns, RV campsites, and hotels inside the scenic area. Peak-season (July–August) prices range from 200 to 1,500 yuan per night. The scenic area has introduced a full-oxygen service system, nighttime entertainment, and eco-education programs.
China's motorhome market is experiencing rapid growth, boosting production activity. A motorhome campsite with sea views has opened in Qingdao, Shandong Province. Manufacturer Qing sold 100 units last year and 80 in the first half of this year, projecting sales of up to 200 units this year. The Chinese government supports the industry through domestic demand stimulus, including measures for vehicle tuning, motorhomes, and rentals. Shandong Province has been designated a priority development zone for motorhomes.
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