Our team spent the last year converting all kinds of classic VWs: air-cooled buses, Dokas, Things, and more. We eagerly anticipate progressing these projects in 2024, making customers' dreams of converting classic cars into electric vehicles a reality.

This blog will outline what’s happening in the electric vehicle industry, the future of Peace Vans Electric, and upcoming projects we’re excited about. Continue reading to learn all about the future of electric cars and how you can be a part of it.

Our talented technicians and engineers are the heart of our electric conversions team. Without them, we couldn’t turn your beloved classic car into a reliable, electric vehicle. We recently interviewed the newest member of our team, Gene Ellerby, a recent engineering graduate of Western Washington University. Read on to learn her story and learn more about why you should let Gene and the Peace Vans team take on your electric conversion.

We have a heartwarming story to share–a tale of a family who has taken their love for the great outdoors to the next level. Meet the Steele Family, a spirited clan of six who have found the perfect companion for their family escapades - their beloved Peace Vans Metris camper van.

One of the best parts about living in the Pacific Northwest is the abundance of festivals, concerts, parks, and more. Each summer, various events are held across Washington and are the perfect opportunity to meet new people, try new foods, camp in a new place, or discover a new musician.

We love pop tops because they give you fantastic versatility. You don’t have to worry about height restrictions when taking the ferry, but you still have sleeping space for the whole family when you reach your camping destination. We have years of experience installing pop tops on the Mercedes Metris and love hearing about our customer’s happy experiences with them.

In May, Betsy and Tim visited all nine national parks in California, circling the state in a long, counterclockwise loop that covered 4,000 miles in 30 days. Their goal was to never drive more than four hours in a single day to keep it fresh. It turns out that was an easy goal because there was so much to see!

This year, our friends at The Field Trip Society helped us curate insanely unique opportunities for you to experience the great outdoors in new and exciting ways. Read on to hear more about the many Peace Vans Experiences we had this year.

This year, we rounded up our favorite gifts from brands we love to offer you a comprehensive holiday gift guide for all of the outdoor enthusiasts on your list.

Introducing the Peace Vans Admin Team! These talented folks work behind the scenes to keep the wheels spinning here at Peace Vans. From running our Peace Vans Experiences to keeping us on budget to crafting this very blog you’re reading—this team knows how to take care of business.

About nine months ago, a clandestine effort to not only revive a Peace Vans parts van, but build a monster out of it began. The team affectionately named it the Trash Syncro and set a goal to finish the van in time for cult event, Syncrofest. Read on to see how the Trash Syncro stacked up against its competition.

What goes into making our Mercedes Metris camper vans adventure-ready? To start, it’s a highly-skilled team and top-quality materials. Learn more about our process and why we love the convenience and comfort of these modern camper vans.

Each year, millions of people all across the country unite on the first Saturday in June in celebration of American Hiking Society’s National Trails Day®. On June 6, we invite you to mobilize your community of outdoor enthusiasts and join the nationwide movement to improve some of the outdoor spaces we treasure most.

We’ve introduced you to our Modern Team and our Vintage Team, who keep you rolling along by Mercedes Metris or VW Vanagon. It’s time to meet the talented faces behind our Peace Vans Rental Team!

We’re giving you a behind the wheels look at our Vintage Team, a talented and passionate crew dedicated to spreading joy one camper van at a time. If you’re looking for a VW repair shop with superior resources, expertise, service orientation, and professional management—it really doesn’t get better than Peace Vans.

We’re incredibly proud to support and elevate The Cairn Project’s mission to nurture the next generation of empowered and self-confident girls through outdoor adventure. We invite you to join us! Please consider making a donation to this important organization. You’ll be helping to create a sense of belonging and lifelong skills for girls and young women across the country. Because when they thrive, we all thrive.

Get to know the faces behind the wheels at Peace Vans! We’re kicking off a multi-part series to introduce you to our fabulous team of movers, shakers, and dream makers.

We interviewed our friend, Bill, who recently got a full overhaul on his van from our expert VW technicians. He now has great peace of mind while exploring the Pacific Northwest with his wife and dog.

One of the best perks of renting with Peace Vans is special discounted access to our exclusive campsites. These aren’t your “run-of the-mill, pull over and park your van, pack up and leave the next morning” campsites. Each of our campsites offers a unique opportunity to experience the magic of that particular area.

2021 certainly was a hallmark year here at Peace Vans. There were many ups and downs throughout the last 12 months, but we’re here to celebrate all of the insanely cool and exciting things that happened in our Peace Vans Family this year.

This year, we rounded up our favorite gifts from brands we love to provide a comprehensive guide for every outdoor enthusiast on your list. We’ve got options to appease the dawn patroller, the leisure-loving traveler, the camp chef, the digital nomad, and everyone in between.