RV News - Game Changer? The New Lightship AE.1 EV RV - December 2024

[@bohemian6103]

Thanks for your videos. I always look forward to seeing them!

[@JohnMarucci]

Glad you like them!

[@Rottingboards]

Thanks for all your time putting this information together.

[@JohnMarucci]

Great to hear, thanks!

[@1Whipperin]

Thanks for the education.

[@JohnMarucci]

Glad it was helpful!

[@Railfan62]

Thank you for the information.

[@JohnMarucci]

Glad it was helpful!

[@dalehuber6281]

Thank you for all the news. I can't figure out how overproduction hasn't made an appreciable dent in pricing.

[@JohnMarucci]

I think the stated prices dealers adevertise are likely pretty flexible especially for anything older that 2025 models. I am seeing 23% discounts published online for 2024 Airstream models, and this is what they are publishing online, which may still be negotiable. The hard part is to discover the real price. So, I think there is a dent in pricing for anything not 2025 model year. Thanks!

[@wallye8713]

Cause the sheep bought failing leaking tin cans at over 100% what they are worth a 23% savings is still a huge rip off. Pay attention to the RV real news and lawsuits from those that bought new RV’s. It’s just the tip of the iceberg for a failing industry and past time. It’s a way over marketed past time that will leave you broke.

[@koalabear6722]

May your New Year be safe and full of good health and blessings. 😊

[@JohnMarucci]

Yours as well. All the best in 2025!

[@Rottingboards]

EV is one great looking popup camper!

[@JohnMarucci]

Makes sense to lower the whole thing when in transit, just like a pop-up. I am interested in how it handles towing it.

[@Rottingboards]

@@JohnMarucci Yes, I would like to see how much mpg can be saved with this design compared to the average block designed RV.

[@harley9218]

John, that was a very interesting video. As far as the EV trailer goes, I don’t understand the target market for a trailer that costs a quarter of a million dollars.

[@JohnMarucci]

Yep, they are only making 50 of these. I think they want a restricted group to work with to work out issues. It is very pricey.

[@Rottingboards]

EV trailer AE.1 Terros doesn’t offer assist capabilities or extended range. Only has one battery and solar panels. Starts at $125,000

[@JohnMarucci]

The Cosmos is double that at $250k. Only 50 will be produced. I think they are taking a page from Tesla by going out with a high-end model first and working any kinks out on a smaller customer base. Not a bad idea vs a mass nationwide launch.

[@Rottingboards]

We are trailing on the end of the baby boomers enjoying RVs. Do you think it will have an effect on sales?

[@JohnMarucci]

Yes, I think you may be seeing some of it already.

[@Rottingboards]

@@JohnMarucci Great, I'm Gen X and looking on buying a used RV in two years. I have worked hard and looking forward to some fun times.

[@ralphp3057]

Good report John ! Is really no such thing as a zero emission vehicle. During production they require tons of emissions just building the batteries. That trailer looks neat , but I’m sure it’s really expensive! Thanks for sharing your thoughts! 👍😁

[@JohnMarucci]

Good points Ralph. Thanks again for watching!

[@TheBandit7613]

I have an auxiliary fuel tank on my diesel F-350. It holds 140 gallons of diesel fuel. Nobody's going to buy that electric crap

[@JohnMarucci]

I think some will buy it but the lack of charging infrastructure may be its Achilles heal.

[@kevinweber5129]

The will definitely get a few rich fanboys to buy it. Started by Tesla veterans. These people have money to throw around because they think they are saving the planet.