By allowing the choice of either a rear gas or diesel engine (Universal Fuel Option) in the same footprint, identical coaches can be built on either a diesel or gas engine (Universal Footprint Option), enabling buyers to focus on choosing the floorplan they want first, then “checking the box” as to whether they want a gas or diesel engine.

“This is something RVers have told us they want,” said Bob Wert, Workhorse vice president of sales and marketing, who cited extensive Workhorse research that indicates more than 70 percent of current motor home owners would prefer a rear engine motor home, while more than 50 percent of them would prefer a gas engine. Sixty-six percent of all current motor home owners said they would consider buying a rear engine gas motor home.

The advantages of a rear engine include less cabin noise, less cabin heat, and, without the front-to-back drive shaft, less vibration and the opportunity to build in pass through basement storage. The front rather than mid entry door is also a plus for floorplan variety, and the lack of a “doghouse” engine cover in the cab makes it easier to move in the cockpit.

Visitors to the Florida RV Supershow Jan. 17 to 21 2007 will have an opportunity to test drive a Class A motorhome built on the new Workhorse UFO motorhome chassis.

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