NASA wants a new Astrovan!

[e-FTW]

Rich Rebuilds needs to do this! Shame he's not around here anymore.

The best option, in fact, may be renovating the old Airstream. This is because the vehicle will not be called upon for particularly long journeys—it's only a few kilometers to and from the launch pad—and this demand would be well within the capabilities of a couple Tesla drive units and a slab of batteries.

NASA seeks a new ride for astronauts to the Artemis launch pad

Among the options NASA is considering is modifying the Astrovan. This is the way.

arstechnica.com

 

[Nikxice]

This might work. A sleek combination of modern and retro. Future benefit, by the time SLS is finally ready for human spaceflight, NASA will be able to order the refreshed version!