The Brains behind TrekDrive
Engineered. For what's ahead.
From our aerodynamic profile to our integrated battery systems, every element of the AE.1's technology is engineered to unlock more performance, enhance comfort, and deliver more freedom on the road. Whether you're towing across the Sierras or boondocking in the desert, the AE.1 gives you the confidence to go further.
Aero-Electric Design
Built to Withstand. Designed to Transform.
Shape-Shifting Travel
Aerodynamic on the Road, Expansive at Camp.
Whether you're heading out or settling in, the AE.1 adapts in an instant. It lowers for the road, and rises for life at camp with over 7 feet of headroom.
Confidence in Motion
Stress Tested for Rock Solid Performace. Everytime.
The raise/lower functionality of our canopy system has undergone meticulous testing for strength, durability, and reliability. An automated system, designed and proven to raise and lower with confidence, wherever you roam.
Canopy Stress Test: 1,000+ Cycles
TrekDrive
Go Twice as Far with TrekDrive™
More than a Motor
Seamless torque. Instant pull. Always in sync.
Deep Energy Reserves
Built to power TrekDrive and every moment after.
CampQuiet
Quiet Comes Standard
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Topped Off by the Sun
Heat-tempered rooftop solar panels ensure continuous power production.
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Stored for Later
Our high-capacity batteries keep that energy ready to use.
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Stay cool. Stay fed. Stay powered.
Effortlessly power your appliances, climate, lights with minimal noise.
The Engineered Ease of CampQuiet
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Industry-leading Battery Storage
High-capacity lithium-ion batteries power camp essentials for up to a week off-grid – quiet, clean, and without a single drop of fuel.
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SunRoof Solar Panels
1.8 kW Integrated rooftop solar captures energy all day long, keeping your systems running and your footprint light.
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Scalable Power Delivery
From your phone to charging your car, enjoy reliable power without the noise or hassle of a generator.
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AirRight Climate Control
Our fully electric system keeps your space cool or cozy. Efficient, silent, and built right into the vehicle structure.
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All-Electric Appliances
Cook, clean, and stay comfortable with efficient, all-electric appliances.
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Complete System Control
Control your power, climate, and energy use with ease—automated through Atlas and optimized in real time.
Atlas App
All Systems, at your Fingertips
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Real-time Tracking
Track water and power at a glance, so nothing interrupts your trip.
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LookOut Camera System
Keep an eye on your site and help navigate tight spots with ease, right from the app.
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Seamless Camp Set-up
Auto-level your trailer, or transition from Road Mode to Camp Mode with a tap.
AeroHub
Where Form Meets Function.
At the front of each Lightship sits the AeroHub. It’s a sleek, functional element that shapes airflow to maximize aerodynamic efficiency and houses your most essential power systems together in one integrated space.
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Charging
With a NACS charging port, you have flexible options to recharge at home or on the road.
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Vehicle-to-Load Power
Tap into stored energy, from charging your EV to powering your home in an outage.
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Starlink
Stay connected even off the grid, with a built-in Starlink connection port.
Meet the AE.1
Unique by design. Connected by adventure.
Go further, stay longer and share it with those who matter most.
For journeys near and far.
No matter where you're going, every Lightship is designed to make travel feel easier, and the destination even better.
How can I use the AE.1 as a backup generator for my home?
If your home loses power, the AE.1™ has the capabilities to serve as an integrated backup power source to support typical household loads. It requires that a licensed electrician install an external power inlet for your home and an additional male-to-male power cable is required.
What charging standard does the AE.1 use?
The AE.1™ uses the NACS — North America Charging Standard.
Why design a Dual Mode trailer that moves from Road Mode to Camp Mode?
Ground-breaking aerodynamic drag performance is part of what makes a Lightship trailer completely unique in the industry. From day one, the AE.1 was designed for maximum aero-efficiency. Dual Mode enables the trailer to convert between low-profile Road Mode (which minimizes the AE.1's frontal area to increase range and towability) to Camp Mode (giving grand, spacious interior headroom and dramatic panoramic windows).
Will Lightship vehicles like the AE.1 offer bi-directional charging & pass-through charging?
Every AE.1™ will come standard with Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) technology included. Vehicle-to-Home(V2H) capability will become available in a future software update.
How long can I stay in an AE.1 off grid?
Charging is highly dependent on available solar and on appliance usage of the vehicle, especially our HVAC system. But we have found that a familly of four can camp off-grid comfortably for about a week. If a user is conservative with their power usage, it is possible for them to stay off-grid for even longer.
How much solar capacity does the AE.1 have?
The AE.1™ Atmos features 1.8 kW. The AE.1™ Panos & Terros features 840 watts. All solar energy is generated from fully integrated roof solar panels that are heat-tempered for increased strength and resilience against the elements, ensuring durability in all conditions.
What type of battery technology does Lightship use?
The AE.1™ vehicle platform uses Lithium Iron Phosphate (LFP) battery technology.
