Our Mission
At Freedom Fans we’re on a journey towards redefining the way we experience life, work, and travel. Our mission is simple but powerful: Make the highest quality products for the van life community.
The Past
Freedom Fans started with a simple love for adventure and life on the road. While converting his 1999 Ford E350 retired ambulance, founder Stephen Recktenwald spent a lot of time learning from the van life community and experiencing the challenges firsthand. Along the way, he saw opportunities to make thoughtful, real-world improvements that could make life in a van more comfortable and enjoyable. Those experiences, shaped by miles traveled across the United States, continue to guide the ideas behind Freedom Fans and the products we’re working to bring to the road.
At present, we are diligently engaged in the design and refinement of our product: a skylight featuring an integrated fan. We're excited to announce that preorders for this product are currently open. Our active work is focused on developing our prototype into a go-to-market product that can be reliably manufactured at scale. Drawing on our experience in mechanical and aerospace design engineering, as well as our experience as fellow van dwellers, we bring a strong understanding of the importance of durable, thoughtfully designed components that not only stand the test of time but also help facilitate unforgettable adventures on the road.
