Thor Industries Unveils First Hybrid Class A Motorhome

By Kevin Joseph August 30, 2024

Thor Industries Motorhome has unveiled a plug-in-hybrid RV designed to enhance the efficiency of road trips.

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The vehicle is designated as the Thor Test Vehicle and is presently in the prototype stage.

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Thor refers to it as the inaugural hybrid Class A motorhome in the world.

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The vehicle is equipped with a Harbinger Motors "series hybrid" platform.

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The hybrid configuration features a 140.0-kilowatt-hour battery pack along with a gasoline range extender.

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The vehicle is equipped with a solar roof to enhance its efficiency.

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The battery offers a range of 150 miles. The integrated hybrid system provides a range of up to 500 miles per refueling.

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Thor’s hybrid RV is equipped with DC fast charging capabilities utilizing an 800-volt architecture.

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The RV is equipped with V2L bidirectional charging capabilities, serving as a reliable backup power source for your home.

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Thor guarantees outstanding acceleration and torque, asserting it possesses "twice the torque of a diesel engine."

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The recreational vehicle is equipped with a double-wishbone front suspension and a steer-by-wire system.

The hybrid RV is equipped with a range of standard active safety features.

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While it is presently a prototype, Thor Industries intends to have the Thor Industries Motorhome in production by the following year.

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This cutting-edge motorhome seeks to establish a new benchmark for efficiency and performance within the RV sector.

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