It’s a story as old as time; a couple of guys wanted a product,
but the market just wasn’t delivering precisely what they wanted.
So, they took things into their own hands and set out to make their own
that would be perfect for what they wanted.
Roof Space is a German company that, in 2020, when they were established,
wasn’t afraid to take a stab at its rooftop tent.
After a few prototypes that bore fruit, they launched a successful GoFundMe,
which raised over one hundred thousand dollars to fund their first project, the Roof Space One.
So, what exactly is the Roof Space One?
On the surface, the Roof Space One is like any other old rooftop tent,
but it does a few subtle things differently to set it apart.
For one, it utilizes a clever mix of hardshell
and folding tent designs to get the best of both worlds.
As such, it can keep you comfortable in the howling colds or blistering heat.
So long as you bring something to help you stay comfortable in such extreme weather.
When folded up, it sits snuggly in an aluminum case that is both sleek and compact,
barely taking any space up on your car’s roof, and able to fit nearly any vehicle you could think of.
When you’re ready to set it up and take a snooze or escape the elements,
you only need a minute, and you’re ready to go.
The big selling point with the Roof Space One is the Panorama Mode. Which opens up the front fabric
of the tent, allowing a magnificent two hundred and seventy-degree view of your choice of vista.
In terms of weight, you’re looking at just under one hundred and fifty pounds.
And the material used in constructing this roof topper is nearly entirely recyclable,
with only ten percent unable to be recycled.
Many of the materials have been specifically selected
and used to have the lowest possible CO2 balance.
If you want a Roof Space One for yourself,
you can pick one up for a little over three thousand seven hundred dollars.
You’ll have to wait for the pre-order tents to ship in August this year.
And stick around for the honorable mentions right after this.
The innovative Hitch Tent Rack System hooks onto the trailer hitch of your car, solving many of
the problems with rooftop tents. It can also stand freely on its adjustable platform base.
When you're driving, the Hitch Tent stores vertically against
your tailgate inside its custom rack frame.
This saves you the trouble of both worrying about overhead clearance and towing a trailer.
The CARSULE Pop-Up Cabin is a tent capsule that seals to your vehicle's open tailgate.
You can use it for sleeping, but it's also tall enough to be a living/dining room.
CARSULE is fast and easy to install. Most SUVs and hatchbacks can support the pop-up cabin
but reading through their product description will tell you if your car is compatible.
A Fjordsen XL Cabin Tent lets you camp on top of your sedan.
It has a hard floor and inflatable beams
with a unique prism shape that maximizes inside space without sacrificing stability.
You can choose from a variety of colors
or even a vibrant floral pattern to show off your love for the outdoors.
Clean energy is finding its way through every crook and cranny, and the Stella
Vita is supposedly the first solar-powered mobile home.
This milestone was designed by a team of university students
that go by the name of Eindhoven.
Aside from being all solar powered, the Stella Vita also happens to sport a unique design
that is striking and efficient. The roof splays outward into a
set of wing-like structures to double the solar surface area.
This prototype is a step toward a greener
future. The students aim to draw attention to energy consumption,
with all features powered by solar energy, from driving to cooking to even taking a shower.
An infotainment system displays the power levels available and how the user can utilize the energy.
Don't worry too much, though,
because the whole system can be fully recharged in just two sunny days.
And while on a full charge, this sun-hungry vehicle can travel a full 450 miles.
Gimmick or innovation? Head to the comments and let us know what you think!
If you enjoyed this video you can help us out by hitting the like button,
subscribe, and keep up to date on future posts.