Lightship, an American manufacturer of all-electric recreational vehicles, was founded in 2020, and is now scaling up to meet surging demand—the company has announced a major expansion of its Colorado-based manufacturing facility, and launched a new customization offering.
The company will expand its existing 32,000-square-foot facility to a total manufacturing footprint of roughly 76,000 square feet. Construction is underway, and operations in the expanded space are expected to begin this summer. The expansion will quadruple Lightship’s existing production capacity by the end of 2026.
“At a time when many companies in this category are outsourcing their production and supply chain overseas, we’re doubling down on our commitment to American manufacturing, accelerating innovation and creating high-skill jobs in a region emerging as a hub for next-generation mobility,” said Toby Kraus, CEO and co-founder of Lightship.
Today, 80 percent of the component value of the Lightship AE.1 is sourced within the US. The company says this policy gives it tighter quality control, faster product iteration, and greater insulation from global supply chain volatility. The expanded facility is expected to increase vertical integration, while expanding service and R&D capabilities to support future product development.
Lightship is introducing a streamlined configuration for the AE.1, with a starting price of $157,500. The new approach centers on a single, configurable model, simplifying the lineup for customers. The 77 kWh battery pack, previously available only on the $184,000 top trim, is now standard across all AE.1 vehicles.
“More than ninety percent of our customers have chosen the 77 kWh battery. This new lineup makes this popular feature more accessible,” said co-founder and Chief Product Officer Ben Parker. “We are also adding options to give customers the flexibility to tailor the product for home backup, extended travel, short-term rental use, and full-time living.”
Source: Lightship
