Flarespace

What Flarespace does

Flarespace is a privately held specialty aftermarket parts manufacturer that designs and sells fiberglass van extensions, high-performance suspension systems, and exterior bolt-on accessories for the adventure van and overlanding market. Founded in 2009 and operating as Flarespace AL, LLC, the company is headquartered in Colorado and claims to have invented the category of van flares — fiberglass side-panel extensions that add up to 20 inches of interior width, enabling sideways bed placement and up to 80 inches of sleeping width. Its core product lines are organized under three sub-brands: Flarespace Living (flares, bed systems, and interior upgrades), nVader Equipment (rear racks, brush guards, storage boxes, ladders, and mounting solutions), and EVICTUS Performance (Bilstein-based suspension systems for Sprinter, Grenadier, Defender, and G-Wagon platforms).

The company serves three primary customer segments: adventure van owners who self-install via the company's DTC e-commerce platform; professional van builders and upfitters (a network of 600+ certified installers globally) who specify Flarespace products in custom builds; and authorized dealers and wholesalers accessing a dedicated B2B portal. Pricing ranges from approximately $15 for small consumables to $10,985 for premium EVICTUS Prerunner suspension kits, with the flagship flares priced at $1,600-$1,798. Flarespace operates a flagship strategic partnership with Storyteller Overland, whose adventure vehicles include Flarespace flares, nVader accessories, and EVICTUS suspension as standard or optional equipment. Distribution is primarily direct-to-consumer e-commerce within the US, supplemented by a dealer/wholesale network and international freight forwarding partnerships (Carlile and Vanguard). The company has no disclosed external funding, no published revenue figures, and operates with 1-10 employees, consistent with a small, founder-led specialty manufacturer.

Name

Flarespace

Legal name

Flarespace AL, LLC

Website

https://flarespace.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2009

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Flarespace is a Colorado-based specialty manufacturer of fiberglass van flares, EVICTUS suspension systems, and nVader exterior accessories, serving adventure van owners, a 600+ certified installer network, and OEM partner Storyteller Overland.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Birmingham

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Personnel, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Operations, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Direct Product Sales: Flarespace generates revenue through direct-to-consumer sales of van conversion parts and accessories via their e-commerce platform. Products include flares, suspension kits, bed systems, windows, exterior accessories, and wheels/tires. The company also maintains a B2B portal and dealer network for wholesale transactions.
2. Wholesale/Dealer Sales: Flarespace sells products through an authorized dealer network, allowing other businesses to resell Flarespace products. Dealers and installers can access wholesale pricing through the B2B portal.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Flarespace manufactures and sells fiberglass van flares (side panel extensions) that add up to 20 inches of interior width to allow sideways bed placement in adventure vans. The company complements its core flare products with EVICTUS high-performance suspension systems and nVader bolt-on exterior accessories (storage boxes, racks, ladders, brush guards, Starlink mounts) for Mercedes Sprinter, Ford Transit, Ram Promaster, Ford E-Series, INEOS Grenadier, and Land Rover Defender platforms. Products are made in Colorado, USA and sold direct-to-consumer via flarespace.com and through a network of certified installers and authorized dealers.

Product overview

Flarespace is a specialty aftermarket parts company serving the adventure van and overlanding market. The company operates three primary sub-brands: Flarespace Living (interior upgrades including the patented Flares - fiberglass van extensions invented by the company), nVader Equipment (exterior bolt-on accessories including storage, racks, brush guards, and ladders), and EVICTUS Performance (high-performance suspension systems and wheels/tires). The product portfolio centers on the core Flares product line - fiberglass van extensions that allow customers to reconfigure floor plans for sideways bed placement - complemented by extensive accessories including bed systems, windows, soft goods, exterior mounts (Starlink, bike racks, ski racks), and complete suspension solutions. Flarespace serves both retail customers (DIY installers) and operates a certified installer network across the United States. The company focuses exclusively on Mercedes Sprinter, Ford Transit, Ram Promaster, Ford E-Series, and select other adventure vehicle platforms, with Storyteller Overland vehicles being a major customer segment.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Flarespace Living: Expertly-designed interior upgrades to elevate your adventure, including flares, bed systems, and soft goods.
• nVader Equipment
• EVICTUS Performance

Products and services

• Ford E-Series Flares Fiberglass flares for Ford E-Series vans (2008-2017, High or Medium Roof, Regular Body). Maximizes interior space allowing sideways bed placement with up to 80 inches of sleeping width.
• Ram Promaster 136 Flares Fiberglass flares for Ram Promaster 136 vehicles (2014 to present). Available with optional windows including Flarespace Half Slider and Flarespace Awning options.
• EVICTUS Sprinter Advanced Kit Entry-level suspension upgrade for Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 AWD/4x4 (906 & 907 Series). Provides 50mm lift, improves handling on and off road, reduces sway, and eliminates rear sagging. Includes 1-year/12,000 mile warranty.
• EVICTUS Sprinter Prerunner Kit Premium 2.65-inch lift suspension system for Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 4x4/AWD. Features massive 2.65 monotube Bilstein shocks, anti-cavitation valves, and self-adjusting dual-piston design. Includes 2-year/25,000 mile warranty.
• EVICTUS Sprinter Expedition 3500 Cargo Kit Expedition-grade suspension kit for Mercedes Sprinter 3500 cargo applications, MSRP $3,700 with 12k miles/1 year warranty.
• EVICTUS Grenadier Prerunner Kit Performance suspension kit for INEOS Grenadier vehicles featuring 2.65 inch Prerunner shocks with self-adjusting digressive valving. Launched in 2024.
• EVICTUS Defender Prerunner Kit High-performance suspension system for Land Rover Defender (1983-2016, Defender 90, 110 and 130 Series). Includes Anti-Cavitation Valves for shock fade prevention. Launched in 2024.
• nVader Storage Box Water-resistant expedition storage box compatible with nVader Sprinter Rear Racks (1.0, 2.0 Gen. 2, and HILT). Features integrated door storage, optional Molle panel, and shelf liners. Dimensions: 34.25H x 24.88W x 19.55D inches, 63 lbs. American-made. Launched 2025.
• nVader Sprinter Brush Guard Modular brush guard for Mercedes Sprinter vans designed for front-end protection on and off road. Accommodates winch and cradle mounting options. Allows vehicle sensors to retain factory location.
• nVader Sprinter Ladder ANSI/RVIA EXTLAD-1 certified aluminum ladder rated 300lbs. Features grooved steps for improved grip, lightweight construction at 19 lbs, and dimensions of 91.5 inches tall x 13 inches wide. Compatible with Sprinter 144 and 170 with or without flares. Launched 2024.
• Starlink Mounts Mounting solutions for Starlink satellite internet hardware including Standard Mount, Mini Mount, DTP Connector for Storyteller MODES, and Rack Adaptor. Enables internet connectivity for overland adventures. Launched 2024.
• Tenzing Trailhead Brush Guard American-made front-end protection for Mercedes Sprinter vans (2008-2024). Built with 3/16 plate steel and matte black powder coat finish. Weighs 72 lbs with no chassis cutting required for installation.
• nVader Sprinter Rear Rack Gen 2 rear rack system for Mercedes Sprinter 144 and 170 vehicles. Supports various accessories including storage boxes, bike racks, ski racks, Rotopax mounts, and shovel mounts. Upgraded Gen 2 design introduced 2025.
• Mercedes Sprinter 144 Full Flare Extended depth flare for Mercedes Sprinter 144 vehicles providing maximum interior space. Sold in pairs with window options including Half Slider and Awning configurations.
• Mercedes Sprinter 170 Full Flare Extended depth flare for Mercedes Sprinter 170 vehicles offering maximum interior space. Includes options for Full Flare Trim Rings and window configurations. New variant introduced 2025.
• Bed Systems Mattress systems compatible with Flares and Trim Rings. Includes custom mattresses, Baja mattresses, folding mattress toppers, Tri-Fold Van Mattresses, and sheets & bedding for various van configurations.

Quantifiable outcome

• Flares add up to 20 inches of interior space, allowing beds to be placed sideways with up to 80 inches of sleeping width
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Storyteller OverlandcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerStoryteller Overland is a major strategic partner for Flarespace. Their adventure vehicles including BEAST MODE, DARK MODE, CREW MODE XL, TOUR MODE XL, CLASSIC MODE, GXV Hilt, and Grand Bohemian come standard with or offer Flarespace flares, nVader accessories, and EVICTUS suspension as equipment options. This is a flagship partnership with deep product integration.
• Warner Van RentalsminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerWarner Van Rentals offers Sprinters equipped with EVICTUS suspension systems, allowing potential customers to rent and experience the suspension before purchasing.
• Carlile and VanguardminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorInternational logistics partners that assist Flarespace customers with freight forwarding outside the continental US, including account setup and customs requirements.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Mercedes-Benz Sprinter: OEM of the Sprinter van platform that dominates Flarespace's addressable market. Comparable as the foundational vehicle platform whose installed base drives the entire aftermarket category.
• Bilstein: Global manufacturer of OE and aftermarket shock absorbers and suspension technology. EVICTUS Performance suspension systems are explicitly built on race-proven Bilstein technology, making Bilstein a component supplier incumbent and technology peer.
• ARB 4x4 Accessories: Large incumbent manufacturer of overlanding and 4x4 accessories (bumpers, racks, recovery gear, lighting) sold globally. Broader portfolio and broader vehicle applicability make ARB a broad incumbent comparable to nVader Equipment's positioning.
• Winnebago: Major RV and adventure van manufacturer whose Revel model is explicitly addressed in Flarespace's product catalog. Comparable as a broad incumbent in the recreational/adventure vehicle market with overlapping customer demographics.

Direct peers

• Outside Van: Custom van conversion builder using Sprinter, Transit, and Promaster platforms, often installing third-party accessories including flares and suspension. Peer as both a buyer of Flarespace-style components and a competitor in the adventure-van end market.
• Aluminess Products: Manufacturer of aluminum bumpers, brush guards, roof racks, and exterior accessories for Sprinter, Transit, and Promaster vans. Direct peer in the bolt-on exterior accessory category competing for the same DIY and upfitter customers.
• Storyteller Overland: Manufacturer of adventure vans (BEAST MODE, DARK MODE, GXV Hilt, etc.) that integrates Flarespace flares, nVader accessories, and EVICTUS suspension as standard or optional equipment. Closely aligned as both a customer and a fellow participant in the Sprinter/Transit overlanding build ecosystem.
• Owl Vans: Specialty manufacturer of aftermarket accessories and storage solutions for Mercedes Sprinter and Ford Transit vans. Directly comparable as a Sprinter-focused bolt-on accessory competitor serving the same overlanding/van-conversion customers.
• Van Compass: Specialty suspension manufacturer for Sprinter, Transit, and Promaster vans offering both on-road comfort and off-road performance kits. Closely comparable to EVICTUS Performance in product positioning and target customer.
• Agile Off Road: Manufacturer of suspension lift kits and off-road components specifically engineered for Mercedes Sprinter vans. Direct competitor to Flarespace's EVICTUS Performance sub-brand in the Sprinter suspension aftermarket.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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• Facebookfacebook.com/flarespace
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/flarespace

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Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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