Tesla needs to bring an electric camper van to life, inspired by the Tesla Semi design, and it should have happened four years ago. Discussions around an electric van or people-mover have been ongoing for some time. In his “Master Plan Part 2,” CEO Elon Musk highlighted the need for electric vehicles in two emerging segments: heavy-duty trucks and high-capacity urban transport.
While the Tesla Semi has finally entered volume production after a series of delays, the promised high-passenger vehicle remains absent from the lineup. Despite Musk's mentions of a potential electric van, possibly for the Boring Company, no official announcements have been made.
In 2021, Musk hinted at a solar-powered, deployable roof concept for an electric van, but that vision has yet to materialize. Meanwhile, German visual artist Dominic Brinkmann has taken the initiative to imagine what a Tesla camper van could look like. His rendering, influenced by the sleek lines of the Tesla Semi, presents an enticing futuristic vehicle.
Brinkmann even developed an online configurator, proposing specs for the Tesla van, including an ambitious range of over 400 miles. While this range may be optimistic, it captures the imagination of potential customers eager for an electric option in the camper market.
With growing interest in electric mobility and increased consumer demand for innovative, eco-friendly options, Tesla should take note of this vision and expedite the development of an electric camper van. The time to act is now
Tesla News From: Electrek.
