Under cab is an altervative for integrated (coach built) vans. It permits an entirely new look in fitting out these vehicles.
On the left we can see the cab under motorhome. Stairs lead up to the driving position where there are four seats and the movable stairs link the driving position to the living quarters. New concept including sleeping bed for two in dhe cabin (also open cabin).
On the right we can see a classical integrated vehicle. The driver's seat is behind the engine. Above the roof is the bed.
Project ideas: Under cab on a Fiat Ducato chassis.
Two campers based on the Ducato.
On the left "2B" (double floor elev.) The driver sits low in the passenger car or van.
Right: Integra with high driver's seat.
Do motorhome purchasers want to drive it as though it were a lorry? If not, then why not use our suggestion which links the idea of driving a convertible limousine with that of sailing a yacht!
Best sides of our concept. "2 B" on small truck chassis like Fiat Ducato
- Greater field of view for the driver. The glass can be brought to an even lower position if required (because the space for engine ist under the bottom, not in front of driver).
- Large Bonnet (hood) is much better for engine service than a very thin- typical for modern Integrated van RV ( like Ducato).
- Simply amazing. Sleep under the stars on the front double bed with the roof open. The new front bed is even bigger than in this picture.
- Not only front seats schould be best for travel. On board of AR even the passengers on the rear seats have a the same good view (they must not seat in livingroom behind). Also the rear single seats are better than a thin double seat!
- Two different eating positions - one in the open air! ( better than two positions with the same caracter). We not follow double sitting corner idea at present moment. Rear part included now double bed an bicycle garage until bed.(2019)
- higher driving position = better view (over threes, walls etc.)
- Crumple zone in case of accident is below driving position.
- Safety! In the event of an accident the seating positions are not subject to objects flying from the habitation area.
- Less risk of hitting low bridges and other obstacles due to the higher seating position of the driver.
- Aerodynamics improved due to elmination of over cab.
- Do motorhome purchasers want to drive it as though it were a lorry? If not, then why not use our suggestion which links the idea of driving a limousine.
- More space inside because the driver position ist over and not behind the engine.
- There ist no bed over the drivers head. And he seat much near on the roof: Best conditions to make this car convertible!