Lightship AE.1 Cosmos Edition

The Colorado-based camping company has just unveiled a new luxury travel trailer called AE.1.

The vehicle is a production version of the company’s L1 concept from last year and was designed for much more than just short road trips.

When it’s not powering the drive motor, the 77.0-kWh lithium-iron-phosphate battery pack powers the various accouterments of the AE.1 itself.

This includes the likes of an HVAC system and kitchen appliances such as a dishwasher, refrigerator, microwave, oven, and stove.

The first AE.1 Cosmos Editions are due to arrive in summer 2025.

Though Lightship intends to build just 50 AE.1 Cosmos Editions, the company plans to mass-produce the camper in three trims: Atmos, Panos, and Terros, with pricing for each expected to come in at $184,000, $151,000, and $125,000, respectively.

Lightship claims AE.1 Atmos production will kick off at the end of 2025, while the Panos and Terros are set to follow in the first and second halves of 2026.

Whereas the Atmos and Panos—like the Cosmos Edition—feature a battery-powered electric drive motor to assist with towing, the entry-level Terros does not.

Interior of the Lightship AE.1 Cosmos Edition

The most noteworthy aspect of the L1 was an electric powertrain that reduced stress on towing vehicles, especially those that are battery-powered.

Thankfully, this feature has made it to the production model.

The TrekDrive power system includes an integrated electric drive motor and a 77.0-kWh battery pack.

Not only does the unit help propel the trailer forward when it is being towed, thus easing the load on the towing vehicle, but it also slows it down, making it easy for your convoy to brake.

Lightship claims that the system delivers a near-zero range for an EV and less miles-per-gallon drain for a traditional ICE vehicle.

The AE.1’s battery feeds more than just the powertrain, though.

The pack and the trailer’s integrated, full-roof solar panel array produce enough energy to allow for comfortable off-the-grid living.

The company says that the system can keep all the vehicle’s many appliances, including its automotive-grade HVAC system, running without any of the noise produced by a generator or the “hazard” that comes with an onboard propane tank.

The trailer features a pop-up design and a smooth, aerodynamic shape that makes it easier to tow in “Road Mode.”

It stretches 26.5 feet end to end and 8.5 feet at its widest point.

These dimensions mean it has room to comfortably sleep up to four adults.

When fully opened up, which is called “Camp” mode,” it has an interior height of 7.5 feet, large full-view windows, a three-point gallery with an induction cooktop, convection oven, and refrigerator, as well as a bathroom with a stand-up shower.

There is also a switchback lounge and dinette, both of which can be converted to comfortable sleeping areas at the end of the day.