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Airstream launches electric travel trailer for off-grid adventures

Airstream on Saturday unveiled its first all-electric travel trailer, which can use battery power to operate off the grid.

Called the Airstream Basecamp 20Xe, the trailer includes a battery pack and 3,000-watt inverter powering a 30-amp electrical system. Providing onboard power for charging devices from built-in outlets, as well as running an optional air-conditioning system or microwave. A standard induction cooktop powered by a 110-volt outlet can be used inside or outside the trailer.

A 600-watt rooftop solar array provides supplementary power. The trailer also comes pre-wired for an additional 300 watts of solar-generating capacity, and includes a 20-pound propane tank that can be used for interior heating and. Hot water, as well as outdoor grilling. Heating can be done using only electricity, only propane, or a combination of the two.

An optional composting toilet helps conserve water, as does a recirculating feature that redirects cold water from the heater into the freshwater tank until it reaches the proper temperature.

The trailer's 20-foot floorpan includes a dedicated sleeping space at the back and. A convertible dinette up front. It's also equipped with standard 3-inch lift, chunky tires, and stone guards for off-road use, as well as storage space within its teardrop shroud bodywork.

Airstream eStream electric camping trailer.

Missing from Airstream's announcement, however: There is no mention of using the battery pack to help propel the trailer and reduce the range loss of electric tow vehicles. Or improve the fuel economy of internal-combustion tow vehicles, as with eStream concept Airstream unveiled in 2022. That idea has been taken up by startups Pebble and Lightship for use in their luxury travel trailers. Both of which are scheduled to start production later this year.

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Lamborghini Temerario: Turbo V8 hybrid powertrain explained

The upcoming Lamborghini Temerario super sports car elements a new twin-turbo V8 hybrid powertrain. But how does it work, and how does this new electrified powertrain compare with the V10 of the old Huracán?

Developed entirely at Lamborghini’s Sant’Agata Bolognese headquarters, the new engine is part of a hybrid powertrain that combines the twin-turbo V8 with three electric motors.

Together, the system produces a total power output of 677kW, enabling the Temerario to accelerate from 0 to 100km/h in a claimed seconds. And on to a claimed top speed of 340km/h.

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The V8 engine on its own generates 588kW between 9000 and 9750rpm, and 730Nm of torque over 4000-7000rpm. One of the electric motors is positioned between the engine and the gearbox, helping provide additional torque at low speeds and during gear changes.

Additionally, this setup helps maintain smooth, consistent power delivery, contributing to the engine’s ability to rev up to 10,000rpm. Making the Temerario the only current series production supercar capable of reaching that engine speed.

To improve thermal efficiency and compactness, the twin turbochargers are placed within what Lamborghini calls the ‘hot V’ — the space between the cylinder banks. The engine also incorporates motorsport-inspired technologies, including a flat-plane crankshaft that promotes balanced firing across both cylinder banks and improves exhaust flow.

Titanium connecting rods reduce weight and. Rotational mass, while DLC (Diamond-Like Carbon) coated finger followers enhance durability. The valvetrain can handle engine speeds of up to 11,000rpm.

The Temerario’s V8 hybrid powertrain significantly departs from the naturally aspirated V10 used in the Huracán family, which ended production with the STO.

In the Huracán STO, the V10 produces 470kW at 8000rpm, and maximum torque of 565Nm at 6500rpm.

While the V10 offered linear power delivery and. High-revving characteristics, the Temerario’s V8 added twin-turbocharging and hybrid assistance results in significantly higher power and torque figures. However, it will be nearly impossible to match the glorious sound generated by the outgoing 10-cylinder engine.

Despite the shift to forced induction, Lamborghini has aimed to retain some of the naturally aspirated characteristics of the V10, including progressive, linear power delivery rather than the more abrupt torque curves often associated with turbocharged engines.

The hybrid system, in particular, helps smooth out any gaps in power delivery, especially at lower engine speeds.

The Temerario’s engine, with its higher rev limit and greater output, reflects Lamborghini’s move toward electrified powertrains while still preserving some of the characteristics that defined its previous high-performance engines.

The new hybrid V8 is not intended to replace the Huracán STO’s V10 directly, but represents Lamborghini’s evolving approach to combining high performance. Emissions reduction, and electrification to meet changing emission requirements around the world.

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Here’s our first look at the Genesis GV90 with coach doors: The next ultra-luxe EV

Genesis is preparing to launch its flagship electric SUV, the GV90. It will be the largest, most luxurious Genesis vehicle yet, loaded with advanced tech, premium functions, and Genesis’ signature design. The Genesis GV90 will even feature Rolls Royce-like coach doors, which were spotted for the first time in public on a production model. Check it out below.

Genesis GV90 spotted with coach doors for the first time.

The flagship GV90 is starting to appear in public ahead of its expected debut later this year. Genesis previewed the full-size electric SUV with the stunning Neolun concept revealed last March.

Genesis designed the concept around Korean minimalist aesthetics “to create an ultra-luxe vision of luxury SUVs.” It elements a reductive design with smooth character lines inspired by Korea’s iconic moon-shaped porcelain jars.

Signature Genesis design elements, like the two-line LED headlamps, now stretch across the front. Forming the Crest grille and the side repeaters. The rear capabilities a similar look.

The full-size electric SUV will serve as a tech beacon as the luxury brand upscales into new segments. Inside, the GV90 will include a massive ″ infotainment.

All of this is great, but. The feature that most people talked about was the coach doors. Genesis removed the B-pillar, opening up the interior for more space.

The enterprise revealed B-pillarless coach doors are now feasible for production vehicles. It looks like that will, in fact, include the GV90.

We got a sneak peek of the GV90 last month for the first time after it was spotted on a carrier in South Korea. Earlier this week, we got a closer look at it with less camo, revealing the production model will remain close to the concept.

The model we saw earlier this week was the “Standard” version with a B-pillar and. Traditional doors. Now, we are getting our first look at the GV90 “Exclusive” trim with coach doors and more.

In the new photo, courtesy of ShortsCar, you can see another GV90 on a carrier in Korea. This time with coach doors.

Genesis is expected to reveal the GV90 later this year, and production is slated for early 2026. The flagship electric SUV is expected to be available in at least two trims: Standard and Exclusive.

The Standard model is expected to start at around 100 million won ($80,000), while the . Which will be limited to just a few units, will cost upwards of 200 million won ($160,000).

Hyundai will build the larger electric SUV at its Ulsan EV plant in Korea. It will be the first to ride on its new eM platform, which will replace its current E-GMP underpinning its IONIQ models (IONIQ 5, 6, and 9), Genesis GV60, and. Kia’s (EV3, EV4, EV5, EV6, and EV9) latest electric cars.

Can Genesis compete with the Mercedes-Mayback GLS or Bentley Bentayga? Leave us a comment and let us know what you think of the ultra-luxe Genesis SUV.

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