On March 17, the 2018 Beijing (International) RV Tourism & Culture Expo and the First Beijing Outdoor Camping Expo, jointly organized by China Automotive News, China City News, China Automotive Journalists Association, and FM103.9 Beijing Traffic Radio, and hosted by RV Times Magazine, was grandly opened at the National Agricultural Exhibition Center in Beijing. This exhibition, centered around RV sales and display, aims to promote RV culture, integrating RV exhibitions, new model launches, and industry exchanges into a comprehensive RV cultural event.
A showcase of dazzling vehicles at the exhibition
As the first major RV expo of 2018 in Beijing, the scale of the event and the number of participating brands were truly impressive. According to the organizing committee, the 3-day expo ran from the 17th to the 19th, covering a total area of nearly 50,000 square meters. On-site exhibitors included JMC Recreational Vehicles, SAIC MAXUS RV Life, Yutong Coach·Karbonn Caravan, CTS Group, 318 Group, AIV International, Dexing RV, Dising RV, Shunlv RV, Torrest RV, [CAIMA Caima] RV, Zhongyi RV, De Longcui RV, Claude RV, Yate RV, Haisi RV, Yasheng RV, Famerry RV, Huicheng Xinda, Ailv RV, Menglv RV, Zhiyoubang, Xinxinghuihua, Xinfly RV, Speedy RV, Tujv Camping, Tianjin Liangli, Lanzhong RV, First Class Cabin RV, Jun’an RV, Zhejiang Snail RV, Guanlin RV, Seasonal Wind RV, American SylvanSport RV, American Pacific RV, Sanchuang Alliance, Kuwan Tianxia, Snail RV, Jiazhuo RV, Disney, Hongshang International, Langchen RV, Carlisle RV, Kuanda RV, Xingxing RV, Nuoyou RV, Jinguan RV, Jinghang RV, Huachen RV, Xiamen Jiale, Xin Su Travel RV, JMC Domain Tiger Pickup, Tianjin Zhongtong, Dometic, Mingchen Mobile Homes, Flyer Outdoor, Green World, Mein Land New Energy, Gaowei Hardware, RV Home, Yutu Self-Drive, among others—offering hundreds of RVs, wooden cabins, and tent hotels for consumers to explore and purchase.
A wealth of activities and a sea of visitors
Despite snowy weather, it did not dampen the enthusiasm of visitors. By 8 AM, the entrance to Hall 11 was already packed with people waiting for the 9 AM opening.
At 10:38 AM, the opening ceremony of the 2018 Beijing (International) RV Tourism & Culture Expo and the First Beijing Outdoor Camping Expo was held in the outdoor plaza of Hall 11. Attendees included Li Chunlei, Chairman of China Automotive Journalists Association; He Wei, President of China Automotive News and RV Times Magazine; Du Yingzi, Editor-in-Chief of China City News; Chen Xiaohai, Deputy Editor-in-Chief of Beijing People's Broadcasting Radio; Mei Linshen, Director of Jiangsu Gaochun International Slow City Tourism Resort Management Committee; Li Yuansheng, Executive Vice Chairman & Secretary-General of China Automotive Journalists Association and Publisher of RV Times Magazine; Liu Xiaodong, Vice President of China Auto Accessories Modification Association; Jiang Dacheng, Secretary-General of Chinese Camping Association; Chen Jianjun, Vice Chief Economist of China Railway Sixth Bureau Group Co., Ltd.; Guan Lei, Chairman of Tujv Camping Investment Management Co., Ltd.; Xiang Kechong, General Manager of JMC Recreational Vehicles; Lan Xiangjia, General Manager of Beijing Oriental Adier Exhibition Co., Ltd.; Han Junshan, Executive Editor-in-Chief of RV Times Magazine; Wu Baozhong, Secretary-General of the Auto (RV) Camping Committee under the National Federation of Industry & Commerce Dealers Association; Tan YuanCheng, Chairman of Beijing Yizhaigou Shopping Co., Ltd.; and Lin Yusen, Chairman of Australian Dising RV. The ceremony was declared open by Li Chunlei, Chairman of China Automotive Journalists Association. Though brief, the opening attracted significant attention from media and consumers, with camera flashes going off incessantly.
Guests at the opening ceremony take a group photo
Li Chunlei, Chairman of China Automotive Journalists Association, declares the expo open
The exhibition floor was also packed, with crowds gathered around every booth and vehicle. A variety of activities enriched the experience, including the [CAIMA Caima] Cup’s First RV Times Photography Competition, offering photography enthusiasts a platform to shine; the 2018 First China Tent-Pitching Championship, the Calvin RV Global Journey 2018 China-Europe Route Launch, and other events that captured widespread interest. These engaging activities helped more consumers learn about RVs and RV lifestyles, further promoting RV culture.
New model launches steal the spotlight
As the premier RV expo of 2018 in Beijing, many manufacturers debuted new models at the event. For instance, JMC Recreational Vehicles held a new model launch ceremony, showcasing seven new vehicles that caught everyone’s eye—especially the new Transit-based RV, making its first public appearance and drawing considerable attention.
Dexing RV, Torrest, Yutong Coach·Karbonn Caravan, Caima RV, Dising, Shumiteng, Zhongyi RV, Claude RV, Yasheng, Famerry, Yate, Shunlv, Lanzhong, Sanchuang Alliance, Ailv, Jinghang, Feiyuezhe Outdoor, Mein Land New Energy, and RV Home were among the over 20 brands that chose the expo as the launchpad for their latest products.
Exciting news and non-stop giveaways
While buying vehicles is common at expos, the sheer volume of deals and non-stop signings was rare—yet it happened at the 2018 Beijing (International) RV Tourism & Culture Expo and the First Beijing Outdoor Camping Expo. Even before the opening ceremony, multiple RV dealers had already made sales, one after another, leaving sales consultants struggling to keep up.
Sales consultants register for prize draws at the lottery area after making a sale
A sales consultant takes a photo with a new RV owner
Another new RV owner is born
"This RV has been sold" signs were visible everywhere on the expo floor
Such strong sales performance was largely due to the meticulous preparation by the organizing committee. In addition to pre-event promotion, they arranged the 2018 RV Times Gas Station activity on-site, offering a 100,000-yuan bonus pool for sales consultants who closed deals. Any consultant who made a sale could visit the lottery area to draw a bonus, which could be in the form of a fuel card or cash of equivalent value—greatly boosting motivation. The first day saw many prizes claimed from the bonus wall. One sales consultant from Yate RV even won second prize.
Industry development and summit discussions
A highlight of the expo, the 2018 First RV Times Summit, organized by RV Times Magazine, took place this afternoon at the Great Wall Hotel. Around 500 industry insiders and guests attended. Gui Junsong, Editor-in-Chief of China Automotive News, and Li Jian, Deputy Director of Beijing People's Broadcasting Radio, delivered opening remarks on behalf of the organizers. Key speeches were given by Li Yuansheng, Publisher of RV Times Magazine; Mei Linshen, Director of Jiangsu Gaochun International Slow City Resort Management Committee; Xiang Kechong, General Manager of JMC Recreational Vehicles; and Zhu Weidong, General Manager of SAIC MAXUS RV Technology Co., Ltd. Guest speakers such as Jiang Dacheng, Secretary-General of Taiwan Chinese Camping Association; Guan Lei, Chairman of Tujv Camping Investment Management Co., Ltd.; and Sun Ou, Assistant to the Chairman and General Manager of the Camping Development Center at Sichuan Kuaikuai 318 Motel Investment Management Co., Ltd., shared insights from the perspectives of media, government, manufacturing, industry associations, and campgrounds, analyzing their own development and offering valuable suggestions for the industry. Following the speeches, the launch of the Zhongtong Auto Aftermarket Chain & Service System products was announced, along with the signing of the first batch of partners. Han Junshan, Executive Editor-in-Chief of RV Times Magazine, unveiled the magazine’s platform. Zhu Ming, Dean of Anhui Normal University Design Research Institute, presented the “China · Yaxi RV Times Cultural Base Planning & Design,” with over ten RV companies signing letters of intent to join the upcoming “RV Times” Expo Center. Finally, a press conference was held for the Nanjing (International) RV Tourism & Culture Expo and the First Yaxi International Slow City RV Camping Conference, scheduled for April 29–May 1 in Nanjing’s Gaochun International Slow City Peach Blossom Fan Square area, where a thousand RVs are expected to gather in Yaxi.
Gui Junsong, Editor-in-Chief of China Automotive News, delivers opening remarks
Li Yuansheng, Publisher of RV Times Magazine, gives a keynote speech
More excitement to come—don’t miss out
If you missed the expo today, don’t worry—you still have tomorrow and the day after. The event runs for three days. On the 18th, aside from more on-site activities, the organizing committee has also arranged two sports events: the 2018 RV Times Basketball Friendly (Beijing Stop) and the 2018 China RVers Football Friendly (Beijing Stop), aiming to strengthen camaraderie among RV enthusiasts and showcase their vibrant competitive spirit.
Over 20 new RV model launches, the Beijing “Dialogue with the Future” RV Industry Development Forum, the China Camping Education Salon, and the Inaugural Meeting of the China Automotive Journalists Association RV & Camping Media Committee will also take place over the next two days. We look forward to your visit for what promises to be a feast of RV experiences.