GCT CR-1 is the first carbon caravan in the world
Posted on 05-04-2014 at 10:22 by MrBrown – 22 Comments”
If there is one riding caravan is that we, as car enthusiasts are somewhat need to be able to appreciate, then this American-GCT CR-1. A more than 10-meter-long double axle of high-tech materials and feature more upscale than a Hilton hotel.
The very caravanmerk Global Caravan Technologies has really done a lot to bring the most innovative caravan ever to build. The body and chassis of the CR-1 are completely out of carbon increased. And because it is not easy to be a monocoque of this scale to build, they called in the help of a number of IndyCar builders. The brand claims that there are no screw or other fastener is used to the body.
Very lightweight, it is not all, the saving by the use of carbon is more than compensated by the amenities on board. The interior is lined with the most luxurious types of leather and can accommodate up to 6 persons. The caravan features a bed with a carbon frame, two large flat screens, including an excellent sound system, wi-fi, air conditioning, a full-size refrigerator and a spacious bathroom with shower and a porcelain stool. But just to name a few.
In addition, the customer can choose to have a washing machine and dryer or a full 700W-installation of solar panels on the roof to let the screws. All the electronics is connected to a home automation system or directly via a smartphone app to operate. Thus, it is even possible the automatic dimming rearview windows (!) to dark to swipe. All that luxury brings together the empty weight of the production version -this is still a concept – an estimated 2700 kilos. Not suitable for behind you drive with the 1.6 diesel, but big SUV’s would no longer need to have.
The production model is in the autumn of this year, beginning of 2015 should the sale go ahead. Prices start from 170.000 dollar, but those who want to customize can come in at a price where you can also a villa of can buy. The most expensive version is, in fact, 770.000 dollars.
A video you find on sleurhutjunk.nl.
Gallery: GCT CR-1 carbon caravan
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