I caught an article about an Australian RV manufacturer, Retreat Caravans, that’s building a new totally electric model with lithium batteries in the chassis - all 14.3 k-Wh of it. Add over 2000 watts of roof solar and now you’re cooking with electric (not gas)!
I’ve wondered when some company would take a cue from the electric auto design and integrate battery storage in the trailer frame. It keeps the center of gravity low and greatly expands the total capacity.
And, with e-trucks becoming a reality, they could use the trailer batteries to extend range or recharge the truck in an emergency.
I hope Airstream / Thor begin to think about integrating this kind of technology sooner than later!
Read the full article here:
https://newatlas.com/outdoors/retrea...-e-rv-caravan/