Road trips might be>Driving range
Modeled after the Ford Transit campervan — comparable to a Class B RV — the e-RV is currently set to contain an 86-kWh battery, which will give the vehicle a 125-mile driving range while also powering its array of>An eco-friendly interior
The interior of the e-RV is eco-friendly, too: The concept features cork-rubber flooring and woolen walls to "enhance thermal and wall insulation," according to the company's statement.
Winnebago aims to create a "holistic" e-RV, with a sustainable interior, according to company CEO Michael Happe.Source: Winnebago Industries, Inc.
The living quarters, appliances and controls will all rely>Possibly the first of many
Thor Industries isn't Winnebago's only competitor here: The concept also follows an announcement of a similar upcoming campervan from Mercedes-Benz. Last year, Nissan also unveiled plans for an all-electric "winter camper."
None of those companies have announced mass production timelines yet, but they all appear to be following public interest. In a 2020 Consumer Report survey, 71% of American respondents said "they would consider buying [an electric vehicle] at some point in the future."
With its e-RV announcement, Winnebago is joining a fleet of automakers expanding into electric campervans.Source: Winnebago Industries, Inc.
According to Winnebago vice president Ashis Bhattacharya, the company's upcoming campervan is an intentional bet on appealing to that majority.
"Consumer demand is driving electric power applications across many fronts," Bhattacharya said in a statement on Tuesday. "We believe RV consumers are poised to benefit from the enhanced features and usability that electrified and connected RV products will provide."
