Cybertruck worthy battery operated trailer promises energy efficiency for electric vehicles!

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THIS TESLA CYBERTRUCK WORTHY BATTERY-OPERATED TRAILER PROMISES ENERGY EFFICIENCY FOR ELECTRIC VEHICLES!
BY GAURAV SOOD 02/11/2021

https://www.yankodesign.com/2021/02...ises-energy-efficiency-for-electric-vehicles/

Hooking a trailer to your petrol or diesel-powered vehicle doesn’t have much effect on your planned journeys, but when an electric car has to tow one, it dramatically affects the range, and you have to find charging stations to juice it up time and again. The current trailers on the market can be a range-killer for your electric vehicle! If you always wanted a camper trailer for your Tesla, specially built for the purpose, your wish is granted! Glendale, California-based Polydrops has been designing trailers for the last four years, and now they’ve come up with a P17A camper that your EV’s going to love. The trailer’s angular design is well-suited for your Tesla Cybertruck, and it is not just about the sharp looks!

P17A trailer comes with floor integrated batteries capable of storing 12kWh of electricity when needed. Much attention has been given to the temperature variation inside the cabin to keep energy requirements down to the minimum. That’s achieved with the true foam-core structure providing insulation of 8.7″ EPS – thereby shunning out the need to use a 5000 BTU air conditioner in summers or an electric heater in chilling winter. Add to that the 520W solar panels on the roof, and you’ve got a trailer that doesn’t suck solely on the battery power of your electric vehicle. On top of that, the whole structure is designed aerodynamically to reduce drag, and the weight is minimized optimally. That improves your electric vehicle’s overall mileage when a trailer is towed behind for the whole trip.

Polydrops has tested the P17A trailer with Tesla Model 3 for long-range mileage on a round trip from Los Angeles to Lone Pine at an average speed of 55-60 mph. The figures looked impressive as the duo managed a 245 miles range on a single charge. Now that is impressive, considering a trailer was tagged along the whole trip to the Tesla Model 3 EV, saving the driver from charging time and again during the trip. On the inside, the trailer is airy and comfy enough for two people – it has all the essential amenities one would demand, ample charging sockets, a king-size mattress, and an optional kitchenette module accessible from the inside as well as outside. The doors on all three sides are gull-winged, so that’s another cool addition to the whole package. It has to be said that if you do want to bet on a trailer for your Tesla or any other EV, you very well put your money on the Polydrops P17A!

Designer: Polydrops

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[Frankenblob]

Thats ok, but I would rather have Tesla make one with 150-250-350Kw worth of energy so as to charge your vehicle, electric bike, electric quad or electric snowmobile and all camping appliances.

 

[Revoltlution]

Love this!
With the planar shapes, someone could 3D model something like this to cut out of plywood for all us DIYers.

 

[Crissa]

This trailer already got a mention on the board.

It looks pretty cute, tho, I like that it seems insulated.

-Crissa

 

[ldjessee]

I get trying to match the Cybertruck style, but I would have preferred a more aerodynamic shape.
I also approve of insulation, but this windows and large seals from the huge back opening mean that there is a good chance of leaks (water and thermal).
I am also torn by the exposed wiring for the solar panels... If they had put them exposed but inside, I would not be torn at all, because was of access for testing, repair, and replacement... but not out in the weather.

 

[Crissa]

I get trying to match the Cybertruck style, but I would have preferred a more aerodynamic shape.

It is a pretty aerodynamic shape.

-Crissa

 

[ldjessee]

It is a pretty aerodynamic shape.

-Crissa

It is more aerodynamic than most trailers, sure, but it could be better.
Sharp angles are not as aerodynamic as curves. Elon admits this on his latest interview on the Joe Rogan Podcast.

 

[Crissa]

Sharp angles are not as aerodynamic as curves. Elon admits this on his latest interview on the Joe Rogan Podcast.

No, he said more pointy. Each speed and air density and frontal area have different curves they produce. The rocket has specific speeds it will hit through the atmosphere at different altitudes and so it won't be going fast enough low enough for being so pointy to be of an advantage.

-Crissa

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