At Easy Caravanning, we believe the future of caravanning is all about flexibility, sustainability, and smart mobility. That’s why all our innovations are driven by one key principle: our products must be ideally suited for use with electric and compact cars.
Both the TakeOff and the GetAway have been developed with this goal in mind. Think of clever, tapered rounded lines, a small frontal surface area, and a low kerb weight: all crucial for lower energy consumption and maximum driving range. These aerodynamic choices not only make our models attractive but also exceptionally efficient when used with EVs and smaller towing vehicles.
Our designs weren’t just made on the drawing board, we believe real innovation only has value when it proves itself in practice. That’s why we regularly conduct road tests under various conditions. This allows us to collect valuable data on driving behavior, energy consumption, and stability.
The ANWB (Royal Dutch Touring Club) also subjected our TakeOff to a thorough real-world test. Their independent review highlights the advantages of the lightweight build and smart aerodynamic design when combined with modern towing vehicles.
We also work closely with Aerows Engineering, who technically analyze and optimize our models in terms of airflow and aerodynamic efficiency.
Measuring = Knowing
Recently, Aerows Engineering conducted an extensive study to map out the range benefits of our TakeOff and GetAway compared to a standard touring caravan. The study was carried out entirely using CFD (Computational Fluid Dynamics), based on accurate 3D models of the TakeOff, GetAway, and a standard touring caravan.
But what exactly are driving resistances and aerodynamics again? On a flat road at constant speed, a vehicle faces two types of resistance to its movement: rolling resistance and air resistance.
Rolling resistance: The contact between the tire and the road surface causes resistance to movement (friction). This resistance depends on the rubber composition, tire pressure, road surface, and the vehicle’s weight.
Air resistance: The air resistance on the vehicle’s body generates three forces:
- Drag force: acts against the direction of motion
- Lift force: lifts the vehicle upward
- Side force: pushes the vehicle sideways
When designing the TakeOff and the GetAway, we considered both air and rolling resistance. We minimized air resistance through smart design and compact exterior dimensions: a sloped roofline, a low frontal surface due to minimal height and width, and a streamlined silhouette allow the caravan to ‘cut’ through the air.
We also paid close attention to rolling resistance and overall caravan weight. By using lightweight, alternative, and sustainable materials for the interior and exterior (and through balanced axle load distribution), the TakeOff and GetAway tow more lightly and smoothly than a traditionally built touring caravan. Thanks to their significantly lower kerb weight, acceleration resistance and gradient resistance are also lower.
This is evident in the research by Aerows Engineering. As shown in the colored images below, the frontal area of both the TakeOff and GetAway is significantly smaller than that of a standard touring caravan. The CFD simulations correspond very closely with real-world data. This gives us the opportunity to optimize products largely through computer analyses.
The images of the rear also clearly show that air resistance is considerably lower for the TakeOff and GetAway compared to a standard caravan. The color visualizations reveal that the area behind our models is much less red, indicating less turbulence and therefore lower drag. In contrast, the traditional caravan shows a deep red zone, a sign of high air resistance.
Along the roofs of the TakeOff and GetAway, airflow remains almost completely laminar, unlike the flat roof of a traditional touring caravan, which often contains many disruptive elements that negatively impact airflow.
The aerodynamic differences between our TakeOff and GetAway and a standard caravan become even more apparent when looking at the wake in the airflow visualizations. The wake is the area behind the vehicle where turbulence occurs and energy is lost. The images show that both the TakeOff and GetAway have much smaller and calmer wakes. The air flows stick to the body for longer before separating, resulting in less turbulence. This is thanks to the streamlined design, with smooth lines and the sloping roof shape.
Easy Caravanning Takes You Further
Tests also show that at a speed of 90 km/h, the air resistance of a combination with a standard touring caravan 2.3 meters wide is 1.7 times higher than with a GetAway, and even 3.4 times higher than with the TakeOff. Depending on load and under the same driving conditions, this means that with an electric vehicle, you can drive up to 1.5 times farther with a GetAway, and up to 2.6 times farther with a TakeOff.
At Easy Caravanning, we stand for innovation, sustainability, and freedom. Our models prove that caravanning, reimagined in a new, efficient form, can be just as adventurous and carefree as ever. Even though the TakeOff and GetAway are designed to be compact and aerodynamic, this doesn’t mean you have to compromise on comfort. On the contrary: thanks to smart layouts, high-quality materials, and thoughtful solutions, our models offer everything you need for a relaxed camping holiday.
Whether you’re driving an electric car or a compact family vehicle, the TakeOff and GetAway from Easy Caravanning are specially developed to perfectly match the mobility of today and tomorrow. Thanks to the thoughtful design, low weight, and excellent aerodynamics, backed by real-world testing and in-depth research, you benefit from lower energy consumption, more range, and comfortable handling.
With Easy Caravanning, you literally go further!
Curious about our TakeOff and GetAway? On our website, you’ll find extensive information and a super handy configurator that lets you build your ideal camping vehicle from the ground up. This way, you can discover exactly which version best suits your needs. Prefer personal advice? Visit one of our dealers. They’ll be happy to help you turn your camping dream into reality!
