Lightship, a U.S. startup aiming to bring electric power to the recreational vehicle industry, said on Tuesday it has begun production of its first battery-powered travel trailer, the AE.1 Cosmos Edition, at its plant in Colorado. The move marks a key milestone for the company, which was founded in 2020 by former Tesla employees Ben Parker and Toby Kraus.
The Cosmos Edition, first made available for sale late last year, is now sold out, the company said, with the first customer deliveries expected by the end of summer. The launch comes after Lightship secured $34 million in Series B funding in January to speed up production of its electric trailers in the United States.
The AE.1, initially introduced under the name L1, features a telescoping aerodynamic design that aims to reduce drag and improve efficiency, making it easier to tow with electric vehicles.
Lightship also announced two new variants of the AE.1 — the Atmos and Panos — designed to target different customer segments and price points. Both will feature the company’s TrekDrive vehicle assist system, but offer different battery capacities and solar roof outputs.
The Atmos will come with a 77 kWh battery and higher solar capacity, while the Panos will use a 44 kWh battery. Pricing will start at $184,000 for the Atmos and $151,000 for the Panos, with deliveries scheduled for spring 2026 and late 2026, respectively.
“The Cosmos Edition proved that the market is hungry for electric RVs that don’t compromise on performance or design,” said co-founder and CEO Toby Kraus. “Now we’re opening those doors wider. Atmos and Panos bring our vision of sustainable adventure to more families and adventurers, regardless of their camping style.”
Founded in San Francisco and operating from Broomfield, Colorado, Lightship describes itself as the first all-electric RV manufacturer. The company says its integrated solar panels can extend off-grid capability, while its TrekDrive system reduces strain on towing vehicles.
With production of the sold-out Cosmos Edition now underway, Lightship said its immediate focus is to fulfill existing orders before shifting resources to build the upcoming variants.