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Originally Posted by Chance
This acquisition may say a lot about how Winnebago must view lithium batteries as part of future RVs (both motorized and towables), and perhaps how they expect future EV motorhomes to evolve. Not what I expected. What do you think if deal goes through?
Do not know if Thor has already done the same with another battery company, but this acquisition seems a major step towards phasing out lead batteries.
https://rvbusiness.com/winnebago-ind...y-acquisition/ |
While it is true WBGO wants to be a leader if not already a pioneer in EV Motorhomes, I think there is another dominant reason for the acquisition. WBGO likes to crow that they Mfg 70- 80% of all of the parts that go into their RVs. It is true and pretty incredible. They state it is how they can control quality. I was surprised to learn that cabinetry, furniture etc is all made by WBGO.
I have always maintained that if I ever go Lithium it will be because I bought a new WBGO EV where it is a tried, true and proven system. Right now I am enjoying lead acid AGMs and generators like they going out of style.... wait they are; but you get my point. But who knows maybe one day they offer a kit whereby you replace an aging Onan with a new 50 or 30 Amp Lithium Power Center. If I can run my ACs 3 or 3 days without a charge, I will be all in.
FWIW I sold my Honda lawnmower last year and I have all Lithium lawn tools now. Lighter, quieter, no gas to store and maintain and no maintenance.
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