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- [Reacher] Long gone are the days when advancements
in solar technology meant not having to buy batteries
for your calculator ever again.
Now that we have the ability to power your house,
your city, and everything in between,
it only seems fitting that manufacturers
of all things sea, air, and land
have gotten into the solar game.
I'm Reacher and today we're bringing you
10 solar and eco-friendly campers,
caravans, and camper vans.
- [Narrator] Number 10.
- New Zealand-based Ecombo (lively music)
started in 2014 when the owner decided
he wanted something more than his truck
to sleep in while on hunting trips.
Each fully customizable trailer comes standard
with both sides and the rear having large panels
that raise up.
One of the side panels provides access
to a fully equipped kitchen that includes
a stainless steel countertop with a sink,
a slide-out dual-burner cooker,
and a 60-liter fridge-freezer.
The other two panels open up to the interior sleeper
which has room for a full size mattress,
heater, and storage cabinets.
The front of the trailer has steel compartments
that can be modified to the needs
of the user even serving (upbeat music)
as an external bathroom and shower.
- [Narrator] Number nine.
- [Reacher] The LXV 4.7 Hybrid from Mountain Trail Campers
is the most compact of the off-road models currently offered
by the company.
Running the length of the trailer
is an electric rollout side awning.
Underneath is an ergonomically arranged slide-out kitchen
that features a triple-burner cooker, sink,
pantry drawers, and a 95-liter fridge-freezer.
The interior houses a queen size bed in the front
along with a centrally located dinette
that can seat up to four people.
Moving to the rear brings you to a fully enclosed toilet,
vanity, and wet bath while next to that is a storage area
lining the back wall.
And for those of you needing a bit of extra headroom,
there's the option of a automated popup roof.
- [Narrator] Number eight.
- [Reacher] I'd love to tell you that I know more
and have more to show you for this one
but it's just new enough that I don't.
The Iridium is a fully electric motor home
offered with six different floor plans.
Each one comes standard with a rear bedroom
that can sleep three people, (upbeat music)
a fully enclosed bathroom
with a standup shower, a small kitchenette,
and a dining area that converts to an extra sleeper.
The current estimated range on this one
is about 180 miles.
- [Narrator] Number seven.
- [Reacher] Like the earlier caravan from Mountain Trail,
this one also has a side awning running the length
of the trailer.
Underneath the awning, you'll find
a stainless steel slide-out kitchen
having a four-burner cooker, sink, prep area,
and a portable fridge-freezer.
The bathing facilities are also external
attaching to the rear of the trailer
while a portable casette toilet stashes away
in a storage compartment.
The interior keeps it short and to the point
having a queen size bed in the front
and a dinette with a swing away table in the rear.
- [Narrator] Number six.
- [Reacher] The spaceship-inspired Polydrop
is the newest of the entries on this list.
As of this video, the 2019 model
is limited to only 20 units
with a full production run set for 2020.
The angled design lacks the curves commonly associated
with trailers of this size.
The straight lines allow for the walls to be insulated
over eight inches thick in some places,
making this one a good candidate for the colder climates.
Gull-wing doors on each side open to reveal a space
large enough for a queen size mattress
as well as open storage areas
at the foot of the sleeping area.
The external rear galley
doesn't come with the standard amenities
but it does have (lively music)
plenty of storage as well as a cabinet
for housing the electrical components.
On a side note, the brushed aluminum shell on this one
is only limited to the initial run of 20 units.
So if you're a fan of the raw metal look,
you may wanna check up on it.
- [Narrator] Number five.
- [Reacher] If ever the name of a company
applied to a product it's this one.
The model you see here is the Woodland.
It has the iconic teardrop shape just in a tad longer form.
The natural look of the wood, both internal and external,
is a not-so-subtle hint
at the sustainable and recycled materials used throughout.
Also this one is 100% solar powered
having a 400-watt solar array in the base package.
The interior sports a full size bed in the front
with a fold-down desk on the wall.
Beside this is a separate are that contains
a composting toilet.
The rear of the trailer has a small kitchenette
that includes a single-burner induction cooktop,
a sink, and a mini-fridge.
Next to this is a choice
of either a dinette for two (upbeat music)
or bench seating.
Both of these convert to extra sleeping areas
with the ladder offering up the convenience
and awesomeness of bunk beds.
And for the taller people, the roof has a hard-sided popup
that increases the standing room to 6 1/2 feet.
An external storage area can be found
at the rear, accessible via a hatch
running the width of the trailer.
- [Narrator] Number four.
- [Reacher] Canadian-based Evolve Trailers
is another of the newer companies
that fall into the doing-it-right category.
The bulk of this one is as aluminum as it can be.
By that, I mean the framework, the outer shell,
and some other tidbits.
The interior, although a standard design
has definitely upped the game on eye candy.
The look of the cabinetry and flooring
is something you'd expect (upbeat music)
to see in a larger, more expensive type of camper.
It has a queen mattress that converts
to bench seating along with a ton of storage space inside.
Really if space had weight, this would be a ton of it.
The exterior kitchen is no slouch either
having a look just as nice as the inside
while providing another ton of space.
Along with the standard inclusions,
the countertops are made of your choice of marble,
granite, or butcher block.
Seriously, who offers that in a teardrop?
- [Narrator] Number three.
- [Reacher] This one hearkens back to the days
of a straightforward yet simple design
and its use of an anodized aluminum shell
and blind rivets. (upbeat music)
The standard box shape adds to the look of a bygone era
as it's nowhere close to the aerodynamic designs
you see on today's trailers.
A hatch that is basically the whole
of the rear of the trailer, top to bottom and side to side,
raises up to reveal a stainless steel countertop
with a sink and dual burners.
Above and below are multiple storage areas
along with a 40-liter slide-out fridge.
The interior is the complete opposite of the outside
having the look of all things modern.
The walls are covered in wool with a teak wood countertop
spanning the width along the front.
The roof above the bed retracts offering a panoramic view
of the sky.
And that is right up there with bunk beds
on the awesome scale.
- [Narrator] Number two.
- [Reacher] I almost put this one in the top spot
but I didn't have a good amount of media to work with
so it got knocked down a notch.
The mission behind Route Del Sol
is about promoting renewable energy and sustainability.
The guys behind it took a decommissioned eStar cargo van
and upgraded the electric drive.
Then they took off on a road trip from Alaska to Argentina
because why the hell not?
I'd love to show you more of this one as well
but I don't have anything that shows the interior
of the van in any detail.
But it's the idea of it all
that's the most important part anyway
so I'm not too bothered by it. (lively music)
- [Narrator] Number one.
- [Reacher] The Britz eVolve takes the final spot
on our list not only because of what it is
but because of how its being used.
Just like the earlier Iridium,
this one is also an all-electric camper van.
Each one has a sleeping area in the rear of the van
consisting of a double bed, twin beds, or bench seating
that converts to a sleeper.
A small kitchenette provides a sink,
a glass-covered triple-burner cooker,
and an 85-liter fridge below the counter.
There's also a fully enclosed wet bath somewhere in there.
Each one has an approximate range of 75 miles
which works out well as they aren't for sale.
The company rents them for sightseeing tours
and short vacations as an alternative
to the usual car and hotel one may need.
Kudos to them for the outside-the-box thinking.
Okay, everyone, it's time to chime in with your thoughts
on how you see solar technology advancing
and what areas may benefit next.
Also don't forget to let us know what you thought
about this list and anything we may have overlooked.
If you're a fan of all things involving campers and camping,
hop on over to our playlist and check out
the other videos we have.
There are also some other solar-related videos
mixed into everything so be sure
and give those a look as well.
Before I leave, I'd like to give another shout out
to our friend Alan Heath.
He's created an extensive library of original camper videos
that are well presented and fun to watch.
Feel free to check out his channel
and let him know what you think.
We'll provide the link below for those interested.
I'm Reacher and as always, thanks for watching.
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