VW JUST ANNOUNCED The REAL "T7" Campervan (Not The Ford)

VW JUST ANNOUNCED the campervan platform many of us were waiting for. It's the REAL T7 No, not the Ford-based Transporter camper van—this is a brand new, cost-effective shell based on the premium VW Multivan. A Multivan was said to be too expensive for converters to use, but that has just changed.   In this video, I talk about the brief details of this new platform. We'll look at the huge benefits, like the factory-fitted pop-top roof and factory swivel seats , and explore the game-changing 19.7kwh 4Motion Hybrid option.   But it's not all plain sailing. I also explain the massive hurdles converters will face, including M1 Type Approval and the huge expense of in-chassis crash testing for a new bed system.   This is an opportunity for converters to build a true rival to the VW California , complete with twin sliders!   What do you think? Is this the van you've been waiting for? Let me know in the comments! #vwcamper #t7 #volkswagen ✅ My Amazon Storefront containing many essentials - https://www.amazon.co.uk/shop/staycationlifestyle ✅ Portable Coffee Machine - https://outin.com/STAYCATIONLIFESTYLE Use Code STAYCATIONLIFESTYLE for discount ✅ Paddleboards and Kayaks - Sandbanks Style - https://bit.ly/3xsP4UX ✅ Dock and Bay - Towels, Ponchos and swim wear - https://tidd.ly/3TH6jcO ✅ Ann's Cottage - https://tidd.ly/3xvLGcb - Surf Shop, Clothing ✅ Audible Free Trial with Free Book - https://www.amazon.co.uk/Audible-Free-Trial-Digital-Membership/dp/B00OPA2XFG?tag=staycationlif-21 --------------------------------------------------------------------------- Whether you have a T5, VW T5.1, T6, T6.1 or even an older T2, T2.5, T4, the VW Vanlife scene is amazing, with so much help and assistance available for whatever project you wish to attempt. Panel van, Kombi, Converted Camper or VW California Beach or Ocean, enjoy the freedom van life brings. The @Staycation Lifestyle van conversion is coming along. I bought a VW Transporter T6 Kombi Highline van 140bhp diesel SWB with tailgate. I have lots more to do though, I have a new electrical system, using Victron components and a Lithium LIFEPO4 battery, so I obviously need to install some power devices. I have a new sound system, with Focal speakers and ibus 2.1 amp, Playstation PS4, which will be removable, TV's on headrests. Lots for me to look forward too and it would be nice to take you on the journey. Van life is amazing, get out and explore, it's a great adventure. There are many great camper adventures to come Thanks must go to the following: https://titantransporters.co.uk - Sourcing my van, providing advice and soon a paint correction and detail https://tamarcaravancentre.co.uk - Advising me with many of my leisure equipment purchases, including my Thetford toilet https://www.dream-ice.co.uk - Quality advise on my sound system upgrade https://plyworxuk.co.uk - Suppliers of my Halo roof and ply products https://www.batteriesandsolar.co.uk - 1st class advice and guidance on my electrical system install https://stitchesandsteel.com - Seat covers, carpet, roof straps, changing mat Transporter HQ for my tailgate struts Kiravans for my Swivel Seats Amazon Audible is great for listening to books on longer journeys, I have used it for years. Free 30 day trial - https://amzn.to/3Pj8qR6 If you click on my Amazon affiliate links, I may receive a commission. I will only link products I use and believe in. The REAL T7 is Here (Not the Ford!) 1:15 Why Hasn't This Been Done Before? 2:10 The Big Benefits: Factory Pop-Top & Swivels 3:20 The Game-Changer: 19.7kwh Hybrid 4Motion 4:30 The Hurdles: M1 Type Approval Explained 5:45 The BIG Hurdle: Crash Testing the Bed 7:10 The Opportunity: A California Rival? 8:30 My Opinion (And What I Want to Know From YOU) Im a member of Devon & Cornwall Transporters. Have a look at the Facebook group and come along to meet the other friendly members #vanlife #vanlifeuk #campervan #transporter #vwbus #adventure #rv #rvlife #camper #vwcamper #camper #staycation #wildcamping #offgrid #travel