Tow an Electric Truck? This RV Charges It.
▼ Summary
– The Evotrex-PG5 is a new RV designed to address electric truck range anxiety by acting as a power source that can recharge the truck’s battery after towing.
– It features a unified energy system combining a large battery, solar panels, and a gas generator to provide over 270kWh of usable energy for extended off-grid travel.
– The RV can export power (V2L) to run equipment and can also recharge an electric truck via AC or DC charging using the Tesla-NACS standard.
– It includes luxury amenities like a queen bed, kitchen, and bathroom, and comes with a Power Calculator tool to help manage energy use.
– Production is scheduled to begin in late 2026, with a starting price of $119,900, positioning it as a high-end offering in the RV market.
For electric truck owners, range anxiety while towing has been a significant roadblock to wider adoption. A new concept from California-based Evotrex aims to turn that problem on its head with an RV that doesn’t just get pulled but actively charges the vehicle towing it. The Evotrex-PG5 is being promoted as the world’s first power-generating RV, designed to extend adventures by replenishing an electric truck’s battery.
The core innovation is what the company calls a unified energy system. This integrates a substantial 43kWh lithium-phosphate battery pack, 1.5 kilowatts of solar panels, and a highly efficient gas-powered generator named Horizon. Together, these sources can reportedly supply over 270 kilowatt-hours of usable energy in a single cycle. This system automatically recharges using sunlight, regenerative charging during travel, and the onboard generator. The trailer also features vehicle-to-load (V2L) capability, allowing users to power tools, kitchen appliances, or other campsite gear directly from its battery.
Once you’ve reached your destination and unhitched, the PG5 transforms into a substantial mobile charging station for your electric truck. It supports AC charging at 6.6kW and DC fast charging at speeds up to 60kW, both utilizing the Tesla-NACS standard. Beyond powering the truck, this system can also serve as a backup power source for a home during an outage. To help owners manage this complex energy ecosystem, Evotrex provides a Power Calculator tool. It analyzes environmental conditions and usage patterns to predict how long you can remain off-grid while connected to the trailer’s resources.
The PG5 doesn’t sacrifice livability for its technical prowess. The interior is appointed with amenities aimed at comfortable long-term travel. These include a queen-size bed, a dinette that converts for extra seating, a full dry bathroom with shower, and a kitchen equipped with a double-burner induction cooktop, convection microwave, and refrigerator. A motorized patio deck extends the living space outdoors.
This advanced functionality commands a premium price. The PG5 starts at $119,900, positioning it at the higher end of the RV market. A fully-loaded model called the Atlas trim begins at $159,990. Despite its powerful systems, the trailer has a gross vehicle weight rating of 9,500 pounds. Evotrex plans to begin production in late 2026, with the first customer deliveries expected in early 2027.
(Source: The Verge)
