expandable off-grid electric camper could recharge itself

Hyundai STARIA Camper Concept could charge on its own

The expandable Hyundai STARIA Camper Concept could recharge itself without plugging in using the built-in solar panel on the off-grid electric vehicle. Built into the roof, the panel can collect energy from the sun and produce electricity to help run a small refrigerator, a portable shower, and the temperature system to keep the cabin cool.

Through this, the driving range of the off-grid electric camper could be extended by adding extra energy to the battery. In good conditions, the battery can charge from 10 percent to 80 percent in about 20 minutes, which can help power up the appliances as well as make driving the van stay longer. The camper concept is a new addition to the STARIA lineup of the manufacturer, a sibling of its multi-purpose vehicle.

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Smart glass in the rear of expandable off-grid electric camper

The design of the off-grid electric camper concept STARIA starts with the people carrier, which has a smooth, rounded shape that looks more like a spaceship than a traditional van. It helps the vehicle move easily through the air, which saves energy and reduces wind noise. Above the vehicle, the power-operated pop-up roof can expand. When the vehicle is parked, the roof can rise at the push of a button, and it creates more headroom inside and makes the space feel brighter, more open, and wider.

Inside, the STARIA Camper Concept could look like a small living room. At the front, there are two large captain’s chairs, which can turn around by themselves using electric controls. Once they are turned, the front and back of the cabin connect into one shared space where people can sit, talk, or relax together. At the back, the seats can fold flat with the push of a button, turning the cabin into a sleeping area for two people. To improve privacy, Hyundai adds smart glass in the rear windows, so it can change from clear to dark using a touchscreen, helping block sunlight, reduce heat, and lower noise from outside. So far, the off-grid electric camper is still a concept, and viewers can see its prototype at the 2026 CMT trade fair in Stuttgart, which runs between January 17th and 25th.

there’s a pull-out shelter from the roof