“We’re trying to make something that is a really amazing camping experience but also solves some travel and towability challenges that exist today.” - Lightship co-founder Toby Kraus Toby Kraus Ben Parker, and our head of creative Rob Williams sat down with the team at WILDSAM to discuss Lightship and the future of RVs and EVs for the August/September issue, “The Future of The Road.” Read the digital version of the magazine in the comments below.
Lightship
Motor Vehicle Manufacturing
Broomfield, Colorado 10,956 followers
Bringing recreational vehicles into the electric age
About us
Lightship is an early-stage hardware startup launched in 2020 by Tesla alumni that is bringing the $26B recreational vehicle industry into the electric age. Based in San Francisco and Broomfield, Colorado, Lightship is designing and producing an aerodynamic, battery-powered trailer that liberates travelers from the noise, emissions, and range anxiety of gas RVing.
- Website
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https://www.lightshiprv.com/
External link for Lightship
- Industry
- Motor Vehicle Manufacturing
- Company size
- 51-200 employees
- Headquarters
- Broomfield, Colorado
- Type
- Privately Held
- Founded
- 2020
Locations
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Primary
1765 W 160th Ave
Building 3
Broomfield, Colorado 80023, US
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233 Utah Ave
South San Francisco, California 94080, US
Employees at Lightship
Updates
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Is the Lightship L1 real? Imogen Bhogal from the FullyCharged.SHOW & Everything Electric joined us at our new office in Broomfield, Colorado to answer this question herself. What she found out is — yes, it is very real. We discussed solar, HVAC, range loss, aerodynamics, bidirectional charging, design, and more. It was a pleasure to discuss our commitment to innovation and sustainable travel with the Everything Electric Show community. Check out the full video where Imogen Bhogal Ben Parker, and Toby Kraus take a deep dive into many of the L1’s cutting-edge features. https://lnkd.in/g6RJgAjD
The Lightship RV: A Shrinking(?!), Zero Carbon Home on Wheels!
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Road trips tap a timeless way of seeing the world, but what will they look like in 2050? Our co-founders Toby Kraus, Ben Parker, and our head of creative Rob Williams sat down with the team at WILDSAM to discuss Lightship and the future of RVs and EVs for the August/September issue, “The Future of The Road.” Taylor Bruce Samantha Shanahan Zach Dundas ELLIOT ROSS Read the digital version of the magazine here: https://lnkd.in/gCrGV8S3
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Flashback to our Broomfield Manufacturing Facility Opening Party. Thanks to everyone who came to see our new space and celebrate with us! You’ve asked, and we can now say yes. Our Broomfield L1 Showroom is now open for private, bookable tours. These tours are an exclusive benefit, only open to our reservation holders. (Check your email inbox for details on how to schedule a tour.)
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We appreciate the shoutout from our longtime supporter and investor, Tony Fadell. Tony has a deep knowledge of what it takes to build world-altering, user-centric products, and we are humbled by the mention. Read more about how we help people breathe easier here: https://lnkd.in/g2GrA72u https://lnkd.in/gfSDCGwn
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We are serious about manufacturing vehicles that will last the test of time. The only way to ensure consistently high quality is through strict standards in our manufacturing processes. In our final episode, "Our Journey from Idea to Product," Hayley Cashdollar, Luke Bokas, and Nelson Steinar Maceda from our operations and manufacturing team share how we're ramping up volume while maintaining quality, ensuring the L1 is durable and reliable. From sourcing the right parts to streamlined production, we're committed to excellence. Interested in joining our team? We’re hiring across multiple departments. Learn more about career opportunities at Lightship: https://lnkd.in/gxWTQP26
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Join us for a captivating journey on PROCO360 | "Best Colorado Business Podcast"s latest episode featuring our co-founder, Toby Kraus. We had an incredible time recording this episode in the first Lightship L1, as we envision the future of RVing. Listen here: https://lnkd.in/gN5_xTzg
PROCO360 | Best Podcast for Entrepreneurs and Business Owners: If Tesla Made an RV on Apple Podcasts
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Did you know that the journey to building the L1 all started while Ben Parker was waiting in line at a food truck? Read more about how Lightship is reimagining the RV experience from our friends at TechNexus Venture Collaborative https://lnkd.in/gpvkBFd2
How 2 Tesla alums are rethinking the way you camp with an electric RV — TechNexus Venture Collaborative
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We are thrilled to have our co-founder, Toby Kraus, featured on Kiln’s Member Stories. Kiln has been part of Lightship’s foundation since the early days, as it was the home of our first Colorado office, where we grew from 2 to 25+ Colorado-based employees. Kiln Boulder provided us with a flexible space that fit the needs of our ever-changing team. We’ve now outgrown that space with a Colorado team over 40 strong and moved into our Broomfield, CO manufacturing facility and office, where we are hard at work building our pilot line of Lightship L1s which will be coming to your driveways soon. A big thank you to Nina K., Morgan Luce, Gretchen Searle, and the rest of the Kiln team for all of their hard work in creating such a welcoming space. Discover more about Lightship at www.lightshiprv.com Learn more about coworking at Kiln. kiln.com #LightshipRV #Boulder #KilnBoulder #Coworking #L1 #Design #BehindTheScenes #Innovation
Kiln Member Stories: Chapter I: Toby Kraus, CEO & Co-Founder of Lightship Lightship is redefining the RV experience with their all-electric L1 travel trailer. Designed under the "Built In vs Bolted On" concept, the L1 features seamless integration of elements for aerodynamic efficiency and a clutter-free user experience. With a self-propulsion system, an aerodynamic design, and an integrated solar roof, the L1 allows for sustainable, off-grid living. Discover more about Lightship at www.lightshiprv.com Learn more about Kiln at kiln.com #LightshipRV #Boulder #KilnBoulder #Colorado #KilnCoworking #Coworking #Connection #Culture #OfficeSpace #Lightship #L1 #Design #BehindTheScenes #Innovation
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What does it take to design a durable RV that is built to last? In our 6th episode, "Built to Last," Selene and Calvin discuss the importance of testing and durability. Our roots are in vehicle development, where every design is rigorously prototyped, validated, and tested for durability. From the doors and windows to the automotive-grade composite body, every part of the L1 is engineered to last so you can enjoy endless experiences. Interested in joining our team? We’re hiring across multiple departments. Learn more about career opportunities at Lightship: https://lnkd.in/gxWTQP26 #Lightship #Design #Innovation #Engineering #EngineeringJobs