Outside Van partnered with Volta to equip its first standardized Type B off-grid adventure vans. The new models, Approach and Syncline, will come standard with a 13,200 watt lithium-ion Volta system.
Outside Van has been converting Type B RVs for over 20 years. Type B vans are increasing in popularity with consumers, Outside Van said, and the company made a strategic move to begin producing standardized models in addition to its custom lines.
Outside Van will open a new facility to accommodate anticipated growth.
Outside Van’s CEO Susan Clemo said, “Off-grid energy capability is a core differentiator for the adventure van experience our customers want. They want the ability to stay anywhere and still use air-conditioning overnight, run lights, cook, or even charge something like an eBike. Power is no longer a barrier to adventure.”
New Partnership
The company is relying on information from Go RVing’s most recent RV owner demographic profile that showed 88% of RV owners want off-grid capabilities in their next RV and over half expect a “long-term” battery solution, Outside Van said.
Outside Van tapped Volta for a system-based approach to integration. In addition to the lithium-ion battery, the Volta system includes a lightweight 3,200-watt inverter, DC conversion and a secondary alternator that charges the battery while consumers are driving.
Outside Van paired the system with a 48-volt rooftop air conditioner. The choice maximizes efficiency within the 48-volt electrical architecture, Outside Van said.
Volta CTO Jack Johnon said, “We love seeing our partners succeed, and it has been great to see Outside Van’s expansion over the past few years. We are grateful we can provide them with technology that meets customer expectations, and I am excited to see their continued growth with Approach and Syncline.”
New Facility
Outside Van is hosting an open house for its new facility June 15. Volta representatives will exhibit at the event.
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