Kia unveils affordable conversion kit to turn PV5 into a camper van

The Cheongnyangsan Suwon Campsite in Bonghwa County will open on April 1. Reservations will be accepted from March 1 via a dedicated app and website, with 50% of spots prioritized for residents of Suwon and Bonghwa. The site features 12 auto-camping pitches, 11 caravans, and 7 glamping units.

A new auto camping site has opened in Yeongju, Gyeongsangbuk-do, South Korea. The site is located at the foot of Sobaeksan Mountain and offers pitches for motorhomes and camper vans. The facility is marketed as a nature retreat.

A fire broke out in a motorhome parked on a vacant lot in Gyeongju. A 60-year-old man suffered second-degree burns while attempting to extinguish the flames. Fire authorities suspect a heater left on inside the vehicle as the possible cause.

Kia has introduced the PV5, an electric van designed from the outset as a platform for camper conversions. The vehicle is offered with two battery options (51.5 kWh and 71.2 kWh), providing a range of up to 256 miles. Kia is working with specialist firms to offer conversion kits for camping use.

A fire broke out at a campsite on Ganghwa Island in Incheon. One caravan was completely destroyed, but there were no casualties. Firefighters contained the blaze and prevented it from spreading.

Kia has introduced a conversion kit to turn its PV5 electric van into a camper. The kit, priced at 2.99 million won ($2000), includes fold-out benches that form a bed, a table, and a portable kitchen. It is currently available in South Korea and will be launched in Europe later.