While an electric camper like the eStream would have its own challenges (the weight and wear of its batteries, for instance), it could limit the overall impact on range and make towing an option for vehicles that would normally struggle. Campers and other trailers significantly limit the range of any towing vehicle, and often demand extra power. However, it's easy to see both reaching customers.
There's no mention of whether or not the eStream or TVV will lead to ready-to-buy models, let alone timeframes for production. The design is conventional, but Thor teased a "best in class" 300-mile range along with a digital cockpit that includes extensive tools to find chargers along your route. The other concept, the Thor Vision Vehicle, is a Ford Transit-based electric RV. You can even use the motors to shift the weight distribution, so you might not need a special hitch to handle certain trailer loads. The dual-motor trailer not only reduces the burden on the towing vehicle, but can be remote-controlled from your phone to help you hitch up, reverse or simply move your camp site. According to Autoblog, the Thor brand has introduced a pair of EV concepts that include the eStream, a self-propelled camper. The technology is game-changing for our industry and others.Even Airstream is getting in on electric vehicles. Airstream’s parent company, Thor Industries, which also owns Jayco, Keystone, Heartland and other RV companies, said it has a 14.3 billion backlog of orders. In essence, we've turned the trailer into an electric vehicle. This, in turn, dramatically improves the possible range of the combination. The technology we co-developed creates a synchronized relationship between the trailer and the tow vehicle, enabling the trailer to move in harmony with the tow vehicle, reducing the pulling effect required from the tow vehicle. Airstream of Chicago located in Naperville, IL is an authorized Illinois Airstream 5 Rivet Motorhome and Travel Trailer Dealer serving customers from Iowa. Studies have established that electric vehicles experience a significant loss of range even when towing a small trailer. "Our proprietary technology addresses the top concern of electric vehicle users-range limitation.
It must weigh significantly more than a traditional trailer given the self-contained electric powertrain, so we can’t help but wonder how much of the electric boost is offset by the added weight. The motors are powered by up to two lithium-ion battery packs with a combined capacity of 80 kWh. The concept trailer features dual independent motors (one for each wheel) producing a total of 242 horsepower and 132 lb-ft (179 Nm) of torque. Because of that, it takes some of the burden of the tow vehicle, improving its efficiency-whether it’s paired to a gasoline-powered or (especially) an electric vehicle. Thor Industries, the parent company of Airstream, says the eStream is " the future of electrified travel adventure," which may be a hint that a production version is being considered.ĭescribed as a first-of-its-kind concept, the eStream is built on Thor’s exclusive towable platform that integrates a high-voltage, pure electric drivetrain co-developed with ZF which powers the trailer’s wheels. The "e" in the name is a clear reference to electrification as this camper trailer is as modern as it gets underneath its shiny, retro-style polished aluminum body.
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