Thor Industries

Buyers don't have to wait for new camper van launches later this year to taste a bite of savory European-inspired van life in North America. The new 2020 Tellaro from Thor Motor Coach brings the two sides of the Atlantic screaming together.

Erwin Hymer Group is one of the most innovative RV manufacturers in Europe, and now it's bringing some RV magic over to the US. Parent company Thor Industries has formed Hymer USA to build and market European-designed RV products on American soil.

Thor Industries used the RVX show to get serious about its products, but it also had some fun ... a lot of fun. Its custom Heartland Cyclone tailgater trailer pulls up stadium-side, screens games on numerous TVs, keeps the beer flowing with a keg fridge, and provides plenty of space to kick back.

One of the most spacious, luxurious motorhomes at the RVX show was also created as one of the most efficient Class As at camp. The Thor Tuscany concept drops its diesel generator for a massive lithium battery bank and solar array. It also includes a fully reworked, residential-style interior.

Best known for huge motorhomes and trailers, Thor Industries became the world's largest RV manufacturer when it purchased Germany's Erwin Hymer Group. Now it's showing a little bit of city-friendly European camper van sensibility with the Sequence concept, a loaded Ram ProMaster adventure van.

A new style of trailer for the evolving traveler, the Sonic X from KZ RV adds a little more self-sustainability to the camping trailer world. With its solar-backed lithium battery bank, it is designed to run off-grid indefinitely. It also has lightweight carbon construction and water harvesting.