Whereas we have seen a number of tenting ideas which incorporate the Tesla Cybertruck, likelihood is most of us won't ever personal such a automobile. The Tentsla X1 tent, nonetheless, is aimed on the present – and extensively owned – Tesla Mannequin Y SUV.
Presently the topic of a Kickstarter marketing campaign, the X1 is made by Colorado-based startup Tentsla. The gadget is meant to be used with the Mannequin Y's "camper mode," wherein the electrical SUV mechanically modulates its heating and air con for the consolation of individuals sleeping inside it … or on this case, additionally for folks sleeping in a tent that is linked to it.
Like different vehicle-back tents we have seen, the X1 is joined to the rear of the Mannequin Y through a tent-flap "tunnel," the perimeters of which stick with velcro strips positioned across the perimeter of the SUV's open hatch. Setup is claimed to take simply 5 minutes, and entails utilizing an included pump to air up the tent's inflatable body.
As soon as it is able to go, the X1 reportedly sleeps as much as 4 folks in its principal compartment, which measures roughly 220 cm lengthy by 210 cm large by 180 cm tall (87 by 83 by 70 in). That mentioned, a few folks might additionally sleep at the back of the Mannequin Y, particularly if it is outfitted with one thing just like the Dreamcase custom-fit mattress.
Moreover, the X1 includes a pole-suspended entrance awning which extends out from the tent's zippered full-width entrance entrance, a rear awning that shades the SUV, and one facet awning which extends over a full-width facet entrance.
Building supplies embody waterproofed Oxford polyester material for the physique and ground, Oxford-covered TPU (thermoplastic polyurethane) for the air columns, Terylene nylon mesh for the insect netting, and matte-black-coated aluminum for the awning poles. The entire thing packs down into an included bag, which might be saved within the Tesla's decrease trunk or in its "frunk" (entrance trunk). It's claimed to tip the scales at 21 kg (46 lb).
Assuming the Tentsla X1 reaches manufacturing, a pledge of US$599 will get you one – the deliberate retail worth is $1,199. It is demonstrated within the video under.
Sources: Kickstarter, Tentsla
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