Research & Development

More power for caravan owners

KNAUS TABBERT AGpublished at 17.07.2019 at 14:30
48-Volt on-board voltage

In the future, campers will be able to enjoy the solitude of remote places for considerably longer than before without an external power source but equipped with powerful 48-Volt on-board voltage.

Knaus Tabbert and Bosch Engineering are working on the future of caravanning

  • Development of an intelligent 48‐Volt electrical system
  • Independent power supply inside the caravan
  • Maximum mobility and freedom without any compromises in comfort and convenience

Jandelsbrunn/Abstatt. Knaus Tabbert GmbH has agreed on comprehensive collaboration with Bosch Engineering GmbH. The goal of the contract is to develop a 48‐Volt electrical system specially for recreational vehicles in order to decisively and sustainably improve the self‐sufficiency of caravans. Knaus Tabbert COO/Managing Director Werner Vaterl: „As one of Europe’s leading manufacturers of recreational vehicles, we regard ourselves as drivers of innovation within the sector. Bosch Engineering GmbH, a fully‐owned Bosch subsidiary, is our ideal partner, particularly when it comes to 48‐Volt systems. Together we will work on the future of caravanning – our MISSION TEC established 5 years ago will continue.‟ And Frank Schmidt, Executive Vice President Bosch Engineering GmbH, adds: „With more than 20 years of experience as an engineering service provider, we have realized numerous customized mobility projects with partners and for customers. We are particularly delighted, therefore, to have Knaus Tabbert GmbH as a partner sharing our ambitions and joining us in driving this project forward.”

Infinite freedom

Caravan owners often dream of camping in secluded areas but unfortunately this desire for independence is often cut short by a lack of energy supply. The development of an innovative 48 Volt system, however, creates the basis for longer self‐sufficient caravanning without compromising on essential comforts. In the future, campers will be able to enjoy the solitude of remote places for considerably longer than before without an external power source but equipped with powerful 48‐Volt on‐board voltage. A 48‐Volt system is also regarded as key technology on the road to e‐mobility. For Knaus Tabbert, this cooperation is a further milestone in the MISSION TEC in an effort to further revolutionize recreational vehicle design. The camper van and caravan manufacturer is therefore keeping pace with the automotive industry on the road to establishing this forward‐looking technology.

About the Knaus Tabbert AG

Knaus Tabbert AG, headquartered in Jandelsbrunn, is one of the leading manufacturers of leisure vehicles in Europe and looks back on a long tradition in caravanning. With its strong brands KNAUS, TABBERT, WEINSBERG, T@B, MORELO and the rental brand RENT AND TRAVEL, the company has stood for quality, innovation and freedom of travel on wheels for decades. The broad portfolio ranges from high‐quality luxury models to practical entry‐level vehicles. At four locations, the employees combine traditional craftsmanship with modern technology – for mobile travel that inspires.

Contact

Stefan V. Diehl - Communications/PR

Knaus Tabbert AG
Helmut‐Knaus‐Str. 1
D‐94118 Jandelsbrunn

Phone: +49 8583 21 – 300
Fax: +49 8583 21 – 550
E‐Mail:s.diehl@knaustabbert.de

Nicole Schindler

Knaus Tabbert AG
Helmut‐Knaus‐Str. 1
D‐94118 Jandelsbrunn

Phone: +49 8583 21 – 396
Fax: +49 8583 21 – 550
E‐Mail: n.schindler@knaustabbert.de