Electric-Powered Adventures

A Look Into the Zero Emission Winnebago eRV2

- Lindsey Feth

Winnebago Industries, Inc. is a prominent American manufacturer of all things outdoor lifestyle, featuring brands such as Winnebago, Grand Design, Chris-Craft, Newmar, and Barletta. The corporation is a top industry competitor and provides products for recreation activities, such as travel trailers, fifth-wheel products, and boats. Specifically, the Winnebago brand is a leading name for motorhomes, and the company is taking steps to do its part for the environment by creating products that decrease carbon footprint with the help of some impressive tech.

In January 2023, Winnebago Industries, Inc. unveiled the eRV2 at the Florida RV SuperShow in Tampa, Florida. The eRV2 originated from Winnebago Industries’ initial concept vehicle, whose introduction was at the same event in  2022. During the 2023 Tampa SuperShow, attendees had the opportunity to test drive the eRV2 on-site and provide feedback directly to the company.

The Recharging Capabilities

The eRV2 is powered entirely by electricity, providing quiet and environmentally conscious travel. Winnebago collaborated with Lithionics Battery to create the IonBlade lithium house battery. The advanced battery is the safest, most concentrated, and compact solution available. The electric power system and home battery allow up to seven days of off-grid adventures without fossil fuels.

The versatile 3-in-1 plug is convenient and allows owners to charge the RV from home, at campgrounds, or at designated charging stations. House-system charging takes as little as 2 hours, while chassis charging takes 45 minutes.