The Global Camping Boom Continues to Rise—How Can Chinese Roof Top Tent Manufacturers Break Through?

Camping Emerges as a Global "Top-Trend" Lifestyle in the Post-Pandemic Era
Blue skies, green fields, and starry nights—camping is sweeping the world with unstoppable momentum. From Europe and America to Japan and South Korea, roof top tents (RTT), including Pop-Up Roof Top Tents and Hardshell Rooftop Tents, have become star products in the camping gear market. In this wave, Chinese roof top tent manufacturers are rapidly rising to prominence with their strong manufacturing capabilities and innovative designs, becoming an indispensable part of the global supply chain. The post-pandemic era has seen a surge in demand for health and nature, driving explosive growth in the camping economy. According to the Global Camping Report 2022, the global camping market grew from $62billionin2021to$68.93 billion in 2022, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 11.2%. By 2026, the market is expected to exceed $100 billion. On platforms like TikTok, camping-related content has garnered hundreds of millions of views, cementing its status as a sought-after lifestyle among young people worldwide.

South Korea’s Camping Market Booms, Offering Vast Overseas Opportunities
Camping is hailed as the "third space"—a retreat beyond home and work that naturally emerges when per capita GDP exceeds $10,000.For\; example,SouthKorea’spercapitaGDPreached$34,000 in 2022, while its camping industry skyrocketed from KRW 2 trillion in 2017 to KRW 7 trillion in 2021, a 20% increase. The number of campers in South Korea grew from 6 million in 2019 to 7 million in 2021, meaning roughly 1 in 7 Koreans is a potential camping consumer. The influence of celebrities and social media has further amplified demand for camping gear, creating immense opportunities for brands expanding overseas.

How Can Chinese Brands Break Through? SMARCAMP’s Global Success Story
Faced with a vast global market, how can Chinese roof top tent manufacturers establish themselves? SMARCAMP, an internationally renowned outdoor gear brand, provides an exemplary answer. By deeply understanding consumer needs, SMARCAMP pioneered the "world’s first hard-shell roof top tent with a skylight," carving out a niche in the competitive global camping market. Its core strategy—"focus on R&D, uphold originality, and ensure craftsmanship"—has built an unshakable brand moat. Years of technological expertise, large-scale production facilities, and rigorous quality control have made SMARCAMP’s products classics in the camping world, earning recognition from outdoor enthusiasts in many countries and regions.

Innovation Never Stops—Leading Industry Trends
SMARCAMP doesn’t rest on its laurels. It continues to expand its product line, addressing new pain points: the i-fold series, a foldable roof top tent for sedans, solves the problem of limited space for small-car campers. The Owl series, inspired by the "from roof to ground" concept, features a 270° expandable awning, redefining camping with a platform-based upgrade. This user-driven innovation not only strengthens SMARCAMP’s competitive edge but also charts a replicable path for other Chinese roof top tent brands to go global.

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Looking Ahead: Chinese Brands Shine on the Global Stage
From followers to leaders, SMARCAMP’s global success proves that Chinese manufacturers can win international markets with original technology and differentiated products. As the camping economy continues to thrive, more Chinese brands are expected to make their mark on the global outdoor stage, armed with innovation and quality.

Data Sources: Global Camping and Caravanning Market, The Business Research Company, 2022; Korea Tourism Organization

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