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Combining an electric RV with a range extender just makes sense.

RVs are notorious gas guzzlers, averaging just 10mpg at best. This Class A eRV prototype from Airstream-parent Thor has an impressive 500 mile range: 150 miles from its 140kWh battery pack which can be recharged on the fly with a built-in combustion engine that acts like a generator. The hybrid RV will be available to buy in 2025.

Thor Industries debuts the world’s first hybrid Class A motorhome. Too bad it’s ugly.
Thor Industries debuts the world’s first hybrid Class A motorhome. Too bad it’s ugly.
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