Grounded Is Building the Future of Electric Van Living and Working
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Vans have long been essential to how people move, work and explore whether as recreational vehicles built for travel or as mobile workspaces serving communities and businesses.
Now, as electrification reaches the van category, Grounded is helping accelerate the transition to e-vans by redefining what’s possible through modular zero-emission designs that make these vehicles adaptable to modern life, making them a Seeing Green Solutionist of the Day.
Founded by engineers and designers in Detroit, Grounded is reshaping what electric mobility can mean for travelers and businesses. Their goal is simple and ambitious: turn the electric van into a flexible low-impact platform for modern living, whether that’s getting out on the road or running a mobile business.
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While automakers like GM and Ford produce the vans themselves, Grounded focuses on the next step, designing modular all-electric interiors that transform those EVs into functional off-grid spaces. Their systems use platforms like the GM BrightDrop Zevo and Ford E-Transit to offer lightweight energy-efficient modules that can be customized for a wide range of needs. Every build draws from an extensive library of furniture modules, designer-grade finishes and smart systems that allow remote management of the van or fleet through Grounded+ software.
For travelers, Grounded’s electric RV builds make van life more sustainable than ever. Solar power, smart energy management and all-electric kitchens allow adventurers to enjoy the road without the noise or fumes of traditional motorhomes. Their modular layouts make every trip adaptable whether it’s a weekend escape, a long-distance journey or a mobile remote-work setup.
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But Grounded’s potential goes far beyond recreation. By creating flexible electric interiors for professional use, they’re helping small businesses and creators go electric faster. Each configuration is built for quiet operation and clean power, making mobile work more accessible and lower impact.
Use cases include:
Health and wellness — mobile clinics and therapy spaces that reach communities anywhere
Food and beverage — electric coffee trucks, catering vans or juice bars
Offices and studios — mobile creative and professional workspaces
Pet care — zero-emission grooming or veterinary setups
Education and outreach — mobile classrooms, labs and maker spaces
Trades and services — power-rich vans for electricians, plumbers and solar installers
Marketing and retail — branded pop-ups, showrooms and experiential activations
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Every build is designed with reusability and longevity in mind. Modular interiors can be reconfigured, repaired or upgraded over time, and over-the-air updates keep systems current. Grounded also outfits vehicles with exterior power access, optional custom wraps and up to 1 kWh of solar for extended off-grid use.
Their vision is to make choosing electric easier by showing what’s possible when a van becomes a flexible zero-emission space rather than a fixed-purpose vehicle.
From road trips to retail, Grounded is proving that the future of electric transport isn’t just about what we drive. It’s about the new ways we can live and work once we go electric.