Recreational vehicle maker THOR Industries has introduced a new plug-in hybrid Class A motorhome, the Embark, manufactured by Entegra Coach.
The Embark is built on an EV platform developed exclusively for the THOR family of companies by Harbinger Motors. THOR and Harbinger have been working together to develop the platform since 2022, and released some new technical details in April.
The Embark’s center-mounted 140 kWh battery pack delivers 105 miles of electric range—plenty for shorter trips or daily exploration. For longer hauls, it also incorporates a low-emission gasoline range extender that brings total range up to 450 miles.
Embark’s 800-volt electrical architecture allows for rapid charging at DC fast charger locations. The battery pack can also be charged using the traditional power hookups available at most campsites. The motorhome can serve as a mobile energy backup system to power a home in the case of a power outage.
Standard safety features include a backup camera with dynamic trajectory, front and rear ultrasonic collision warnings, and real-time tire pressure monitoring.
“Electrification will play a central role in the future of mobility, including RVing,” said THOR Industries President and CEO Bob Martin. “This first-of-its-kind [electrified] Class A motorhome reinforces THOR’s innovation leadership and offers unapparelled product differentiation for the Entegra Coach brand.”
Embark is now available for orders, and full production is to begin in 2026. Consumers interested in trying an electrified motorhome will be able to rent an Embark from THL in 2026. Entegra Coach plans to use consumer feedback from THL’s rental fleet to make continuous product improvements throughout 2026.
“The Embark will go through extensive consumer testing through the rental market prior to production next summer,” said Ken Walters, CEO of Entegra’s parent company Jayco. “We want to be sure that it offers everything a customer expects from an Entegra Coach motorhome.”
Source: THOR Industries
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