Aboard, a southern California-based startup redefining modern mobile living, has closed its Pre-Series A financing round, bringing its total funding to $13 million. The company aims to bring automotive-grade design and engineering to the travel trailer category, providing customers with reliability, comfort, and confidence in their outdoor adventures.
The Pre-Series A funding will support Aboard's next phase of growth, including completing product validation of its upcoming extended-range electric travel trailer as it undergoes refinements in preparation for mass production. This investment is a significant step towards the company's goal of revolutionizing the travel trailer industry with modern, eco-friendly designs.
Aboard's founder, Jiangtao Lyu, emphasizes the importance of creating a seamless outdoor experience. 'Aboard was founded to bring automotive-grade design and engineering to the travel trailer category, so people can travel with the reliability, comfort, and confidence they expect from a modern vehicle without being limited by hookups or complicated RV systems,' he said.
The company's first product is an EREV travel trailer built like a vehicle. Engineered as one integrated system, it combines energy, mobility and living into a single platform, delivering a quiet electric experience with built-in energy independence, vehicle-level towing and control, automated comfort systems, and automotive-grade manufacturing.
Aboard's holistic approach creates a travel trailer designed for ease of use, upgrading the experience in a modern, yet familiar package. The company's focus on innovation and sustainability is expected to appeal to environmentally conscious consumers seeking alternative outdoor solutions.
Aboard will mark its formal public launch on May 29 at Outside Days in Denver, Colorado, a two-day outdoor industry conference and three-day festival, where the company will showcase its travel trailer and discuss product configurations. Attendees will be able to tour the travel trailer, meet the Aboard team, and learn more about the company's vision for modern mobile living.
The electric travel trailer starts at $80,000, positioning Aboard as a premium brand in the outdoor gear market. With this investment, Aboard is poised to disrupt the traditional RV industry with its cutting-edge technology and eco-friendly designs.
As the demand for sustainable outdoor products continues to grow, Aboard's investment is a significant step towards meeting this demand. The company's commitment to innovation and sustainability is expected to resonate with environmentally conscious consumers seeking alternative outdoor solutions.
The Pre-Series A funding will also support Aboard's efforts to expand its product line and reach new customers. With this investment, the company is well-positioned to capitalize on the growing trend towards eco-friendly outdoor products.
Aboard's electric travel trailer represents a significant shift in the outdoor gear market, offering customers a reliable, comfortable, and sustainable alternative to traditional RVs.
The investment highlights the growing demand for eco-friendly outdoor products.
