RV manufacturer Thor Industries and EV producer Harbinger have announced they have won Fast Company World Changing Ideas Awards for the world’s first hybrid Class A Motorhome. Graphics provided by THOR, Harbinger.

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ELKHART AND GARDEN GROVE, CALIF. — Thor Industries, the recreational vehicle industry producer, and Harbinger, the medium-duty electric and hybrid vehicle manufacturer, have announced that they have been named winners of Fast Company’s World Changing Ideas Awards for their Hybrid RV.

This annual recognition honors efforts that tackle the world’s most pressing issues — from sustainability initiatives and AI developments to pursuits of social equity that mold the world.

“We’re honored that Thor Industries and Harbinger have received Fast Company’s World Changing Ideas Award for the world’s first hybrid Class A motorhome. It’s a milestone that reflects our shared vision of delivering an RV experience that meets the needs of today’s owners and inspires tomorrow’s travelers,” shared Todd Woelfer, chief operating officer at Thor Industries.

Thor Industries collaborated with Harbinger to create the world’s first hybrid electric Class A motorhome, combining Harbinger’s advanced electric vehicle chassis with a low-emissions gasoline range extender that can recharge the electric batteries.

The vehicle, which is designed specifically for RV use, is capable of delivering an estimated 500 miles of range, including 150 all-electric miles. This platform simplifies vehicle operation and supports flexible charging, including grid integration, as well as solar power and off-grid capabilities, while elevating the on the road experience with added range and driving comfort.

Together, the companies have set a new standard for simple, sustainable, long-range RV travel while solidifying the Thor Family of Companies’ innovation leadership.

“This recognition validates the work we’re doing with Thor to help lead the RV industry forward,” said John Harris, Co-Founder and CEO, Harbinger. “By building a plug-in hybrid specifically for RVs, we are giving customers peace of mind for long-distance travel while also enabling fully electric operation whenever possible.”

This year’s awards, featured on fastcompany.com, showcase 50 winners across 12 categories and 50 additional winners across industries, for a total of 100 outstanding projects. A panel of Fast Company editors and reporters selected the winners from a pool of more than 1,500 entries and judged applications based on their impact, sustainability, design, creativity, scalability, and ability to improve society.

“The World Changing Ideas Awards have always been about showcasing the art of the possible,” said Fast Company editor-in-chief Brendan Vaughan. “We’re proud to recognize the organizations and leaders that are making meaningful progress on the biggest issues of our time.”