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Minnesotan Partners with Winnebago for LGBTQ Awareness Run
Mikah Meyer is about to embark on his next great adventure. Starting Friday from State Line Wayside Park west of…
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2021 Preview: Alliance RV and Nexus
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Voting for RVIA Board Begins Next Week
Voting for new members to be added to the RV Industry Association’s board of directors begins next week. Fifteen candidates…
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THOR Commits to Combat Climate Change
Elkhart, Ind.-based THOR Industries, said it is paving the way to a net-zero future by signing the UN Global Compact…
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TMC Offers Limited Warranty on Class B’s
Elkhart, Ind.-based Thor Motor Coach, a division of THOR Industries, is now offering a two-year limited warranty on its 2021…
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WeRV App from LCI Offers Total RV Control
Elkhart, Ind.-based Forest River’s Rockwood and Flagstaff brands announce the launch of the WeRV App, powered by Lippert Components’ OneControl…
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Tube Fabricator Expanding in Elkhart
Elkhart, Ind.-based tube fabricator Marson International is expanding its operations. The company, which has more than doubled its team over…
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Thermo-Tec Introduces Heat and Sound Barrier Products
Greenwich, Ohio-based Thermo-Tec, a manufacturer of thermal protection products for the automotive aftermarket, now offers three new heat and sound…
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Labor Day Gas Prices Lowest Since 2004
Gas prices this Labor Day weekend are set to be the lowest since 2004, according to GasBuddy, a travel and…
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RVshare Reaches Two Million Days Booked Milestone
Austin, Texas-based peer-to-peer RV rental company RVshare has reached the milestone of two million days booked for RV trips since…
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FMCA RV Club Partners with with Keystone RV
FMCA, which claims the title of the world’s largest nonprofit association for RV owners, has announced that it has entered…
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RVIA’s Bornemann Talks GAOA on NERVDA Show
Industry Association Director of Government Affairs, Chris Bornemann, was last week’s guest on RVing in New England, a weekly, Facebook-based…
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2021 Model Year Preview: nuCamp and Leisure Travel Vans
“Editor’s note: When the ‘Big Three’ RV manufacturers announced in mid-July they would not be participating in Open House Week…
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Furrion Announces New Promotions to Key Roles
Elkhart, Ind.-based Furrion, a global maker of a variety of products that serve the RV and marine markets, as well…
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Multiple RVs on NHTSA’s Recall List
The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration has issued its weekly recall list and it features several RV-related companies. Daimler Chrysler…
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Cruiser RV Adds Exclusive Storage Feature
Howe, Ind.-based Cruiser RV, which makes lightweight travel trailers, is releasing the company’s first, patent-pending exterior feature that will come…
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SEMA Gives Details on Virtual Trade Show
SEMA, the Specialty Equipment Market Association, is offering an online marketplace to allow manufacturers and resellers in the specialty automotive…
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Oracle Launches New Sterilization Devices
Metairie, La.-based LED lighting company Oracle Lighting has announced three new COVID-19-killing ultraviolet light sterilization devices: the Mini Sterilization Lamp,…
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Spartech’s Ohio Plant Answers COVID-19 Safety Bell
St. Louis-based Spartech, a leading manufacturer of engineered thermoplastics and custom packaging solutions, has donated $2,500 worth of PETG Sheet…
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Patrick Industries Completes Acquisition of Synergy RV
Elkhart, Ind.-based Patrick Industries, a major manufacturer and distributor of component and building products for the RV, marine, manufactured housing…
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Ray Andro, Hemlock Hill RV, Passes Away
The RV Dealers Association Friday said it regrets to inform its membership and the public of the passing of Raymond…
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Canadian RV Association Releases Wholesale Q2 Numbers
The Canadian RV Association on Friday released its RV Wholesale Shipments into Canada report for the second quarter ending June…
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Buckeye Dealership Consulting Acquires SAS
Ohio-based Buckeye Dealership Consulting has expanded its footprint with the acquisition of Specialty Administration Services (“SAS Pros”). Specialty Administration Services…
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RVDA Editor Mary Anne Shreve Retires
After a 10-year career at RVDA, the association’s editor Mary Anne Shreve has announced she will retire in early September.…
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Report: Sales Exploding for the ‘Airbnb’ of the RV Industry
Privately owned Outdoorsy – which bills itself as the Airbnb of RV-centric vacation travel and has raised north of $80…
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Superior Industries Announces New Exec. VP/CFO
Southfield, Mich.-based Superior Industries International, a supplier of light aluminum wheels for OEMs and the European aftermarket, has announced the…
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WORX Introduces New Updated Hydroshot
Charlotte, N.C.-based WORX introduces its new 40V, 725-psi Power Share Hydroshot ULTRA Portable Power Cleaner, which the company said is…
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Seal All Introduces Latest DIY Roof Sealant
Fort Pierce, Fla.-based Seal All, a global manufacturer of environmentally friendly DIY roofing solutions, introduced its DIY Cool Roof Restoration…
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Consumer Spending Slows in July
Americans increased spending in July for the third month in a row, but at a much slower pace in a…
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Forest River to Expand its Indiana Footprint
Elkhart, Ind.-based RV manufacturer Forest River has announced plans to expand its operations in Indiana beyond Elkhart County, increasing the…
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Holiday Rambler Debuts Amenity-Heavy Armada
Decatur, Ind.-based REV Recreation Group has announced the launch of the high-end Holiday Rambler Armada for 2021. Available in three…
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Go RVing Launches Broadcast Campaign
Go RVing is out with the second wave of its “Go on a Real Vacation” campaign, which it first launched…
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Aqua-Hot Hires Westaby as Director of Operations
Aqua-Hot Heating Systems, a brand of Airxcel that has made hydronic heating solutions for motorhomes and travel trailers since 1984,…
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Derema Group Opens Trade Registration for SHOWUP2020 LIVE!
Manufacturers’ representatives Derema Group, with offices in Pennsylvania and California, has opened registration for SHOWUP2020 LIVE! The event will be…
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Bankruptcy Proceedings Results in New Battery Company
Greenwich, Conn.-based private equity firm Atlas Holdings announced the launch of stand-alone companies Stryten Manufacturing and Element Resources, following Atlas’s…
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Rydeen Announces the Distribution of CUB Blind Spot Detection/ADAS Products
Torrance, Calif.-based Rydeen Mobile, which makes mobile electronics devices geared toward improving driver safety, has announced the distribution of CUB…
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RV Industry Veteran Launches A/C Soft Start Kit For Campers
Coral Springs, Fla.-based NetworkRV has launched the SoftStartRV, which the company said is an accessory for RV air conditioners that…
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RV Industry Invited to Town Hall with New NPS Director
The RV Industry Association invites members of the RV industry to participate in a virtual town hall with the newly…
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RVWA Hosts Discussion on Workplace Diversity and Inclusion
Building diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplaces is at the core of the mission of the RV Women’s Alliance. But not…
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Protective Asset Services Expands Training Curriculum
Chesterfield, Mo.-based Protective Asset Services, a provider of F&I programs, services and dealer-owned warranty company programs, announced it has made…
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Another 1M File New Unemployment Claims
Another 1 million Americans filed for first-time unemployment insurance benefits last week, as the impacts of the coronavirus pandemic continue…
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Black Book: Wholesale RV Market Beginning to Stabilize
After hitting an all-time high earlier this summer, wholesale prices of RVs are starting to come back down to earth…
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GE Appliances Releases New RV Rooftop A/C Units
Louisville, Ky.-based GE Appliances is adding new HVAC products for the RV industry, with innovative features and functionality. In addition…
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Advanced RV Unveils New ‘B Box’ Camper Van Prototype
This report from Motor1.com looks at Advanced RV’s latest creation. Generally speaking, Class B recreational vehicles are probably the best…
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Caravan Salon Exhibitors Announce 200-Plus New Products
Organizers of Caravan Salon Düsseldorf 2020 announced that its exhibitors have planned to display more than 200 new products. More…
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Brad Sargent, Former Dometic VP of Marketing, Dies
Earl “Brad” B. Sargent, 70, died on Aug. 21 at his home in Bristol, Ind., according to Walley-Mills-Zimmerman Funeral Home…
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PRVCA Accepting Nominations for Rebecca Lenington Volunteer of the Year
The Pennsylvania Recreation Vehicle and Camping Association (PRVCA) is currently accepting nominations for the 3rd Annual Rebecca Lenington Volunteer of…
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RVnGO and Rovia Open RVing to DreamTrips Members
Scottsdale, Ariz.-based RVnGO, an online RV rental marketplace, has announced a new partnership with Rovia, a travel and lifestyle service…
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OnRamp Manufacturing Conference to Host Virtual Startup Track
Milwaukee-based gener8tor, in partnership with the Indiana Economic Development Corporation (IEDC) will host the virtual OnRamp Manufacturing Conference on Wednesday,…
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Indiana Updates Cargo Trailer and RV Sales Tax
The 2020 Indiana General Assembly enacted House Enrolled Act 1059, which amended Indiana Code (IC) 6-2.5-2-5 regarding Indiana retail sales…
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Brooklyn Bedding Offers New Mattresses for RVing and Camping
Phoenix-based Brooklyn Bedding, a mattress manufacturer and retailer, has launched two new sleep solutions at RVMattress.com, both of which provide…
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ESCAPE Homes Introduces EscapeSpace Sheds
Rice Lake, Wisc.-based ESCAPE, which builds tiny homes that are built to RVIA standards for towables, has unveiled EscapeSpace portable…
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RVIA: July’s Shipment Numbers Highest in Four Decades
The RV Industry Association’s monthly survey of manufacturers reveals July had the highest RV shipment numbers in four decades. Shipments…
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Heartland RV Planning Virtual Dealer Show
Elkhart, Ind.-based RV manufacturer Heartland RV, along with its subsidiaries, Cruiser RV and DRV Luxury Suites, will be hosting a…
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Grand Design Continues to Make Digital a Priority
Middlebury, Ind-based RV manufacturer Grand Design recently announced two new initiatives that will expand on the company’s digital transformation efforts…
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Thetford and Thule Seek Chinese Expansion
Thetford and Thule RV Products announced a distribution partnership in the Chinese RV market. Both companies say they have a…
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FMCA RV Club Expands its Footprint Via Partnership
FMCA RV Club announced it has entered into a partnership with Dynamax and Forest River Motorized (Berkshire, Georgetown, FR3, Sunseeker,…
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RVIA’s Bornemann Discusses GAOA on ‘RVing in New England’
On this week’s edition of “RVing in New England,” Chris Bornemann, RVIA’s director of government affairs, will join hosts John…
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New Permatex Epoxies Feature Innovations
Solon, Ohio-based Permatex, an innovator in chemical technology for automotive maintenance and repair, has launched a new series of advanced…
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COVID-19 Causes RV Boom in the Bluegrass State
In less than 10 years, Owensboro RV., has grown from selling pre-owned campers out of a small cubicle to a…
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Boat Registrations Jump 44 Percent Year-Over-Year
Boat registrations soared in July, rising 4 percent year-to-date in all categories, and 25 percent year-over-year. Registrations jumped 44 percent…
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Jayco Launches Consumer App for RVers
Jayco Inc. announced the launch of the Jayco Wingmate app, a user-friendly consumer app. Jayco said the app is “perfect…
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TAXA Outdoors Introduces New Models for 2021
Houston-based TAXA Outdoors has expanded its collection with updates and renovations to its Mantis and Cricket habitats for 2021. In…
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Lazydays Names Stephens VP of Customer and Employee Experience
Tampa, Fla.-based Lazydays has named Linda Stephens vice president of customer and employee experience effective immediately. Stephens will continue to…
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Report: Global RV Market to Grow 7% Year-Over-Year Through 2025
According to global industry research firm Research and Markets, the worldwide RV industry is expected to grow at a compound…
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Mercedes-Benz Ending Production of Freightliner Sprinter Van
And yet another casualty of the pandemic. The coronavirus pandemic has taken its toll on many automakers in the U.S.…
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Sobel Going Virtual for October Sales Training
Sobel University has announced plans to use an interactive virtual platform for the best-selling Comprehensive Sales Course, scheduled for Oct.…
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Jayco, Winnebago, Forest River on Recall List
The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration has issued the following recalls this week: Jayco is recalling its 2020-21 Entegra Qwest,…
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Motiv Secures Additional $15M in Funding
Foster City, Calif.-based Motiv Power Systems, which provides chassis and software systems for medium-duty trucks and buses, said on Monday…
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RV Wholesalers to Host Virtual RV Show
RV Wholesalers of Lakeview, Ohio, will host a free virtual RV show this Wednesday from 1-8:30 p.m. ET. Hosted by…
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More in the Tarheel State Using RV’s For Safe Travels
In the uncharted era of traveling during the COVID-19 crisis, vacationers in record numbers are choosing recreational vehicles as their…
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Keystone Automotive Welcomes A.R.E. Accessories
Exeter, Pa.-based Keystone Automotive Operations welcomes A.R.E. to its Truck and Off-Road category. A.R.E. is the largest single-brand manufacturer of…
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Formula Trailers Partners with Buck Commander
Middlebury, Ind.-based Formula Trailers has announced they are an official (sporting) partner of Buck Commander, a group of huntsmen, country…
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Open House 2024: KZ RV’s New Models
Coming to the iconic KZ RV in 2024 are updates to its existing brand lineup. The Connect brand will debut…
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Blog: Passing of GAOA is Only the Beginning
Editor’s note: The following comes from the Outdoor Recreation Roundtable (ORR). ORR is America’s leading coalition of outdoor recreation trade…
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REV Group COO Moves to CEO Role at Aerospace Company
Ian Walsh, the chief operating officer for REV Group, has resigned that position and will become the new president and…
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Outdoorsy Partners with Encore RV Resorts and Thousand Trails Campgrounds
Encore RV resorts and Thousand Trails campgrounds, an RV camping network that spans North America, is partnering with online RV…
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Lippert Components Unveils New Weatherproof Ramp Door
Elkhart, Ind.-based Lippert Components has announced its new water-resistant, weatherproof ramp door for RV Toy Haulers. The LCI weatherproof ramp…
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Arbutus RV Acquires Coast RV in Parksville
Arbutus RV & Marine Sales of Mill Bay, British Columbia, Canada, have announced they have acquired the Coast RV Sales…
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Report: Arizona Seeing Plenty of RV Activity Thanks to COVID-19
The COVID-19 pandemic has changed the way Americans travel. According to the international air transportation association, the airline industry could…
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Families Living, Schooling in Their RVs
The RV industry has seen a significant increase in rentals and sales over the summer. One company, RVshare, reported more…
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Could OLED Lighting Finally Find a Home in RVs?
Editor’s Note: OLED – Organic Light-Emitting Diodes – have long been touted as “the next big thing” in lighting, taking…
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Exploring the EarthCruiser Dual Cab EXP
Editor’s Note: Silvian Secara, writing for AutomotiveEvolution.com, had the privilege of exploring the great outdoors behind the wheel of the…
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Interior Secretary Visits Elkhart RV Complex to Tout Passage of GAOA
Visiting Elkhart, Ind., Wednesday, U.S. Secretary of the Interior David Bernhardt touted the Great American Outdoors Act, saying the measure…
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Winegard Acquires WiFiRanger
Burlington, Iowa-based Winegard, which designs and manufactures connectivity products and services announced that it has acquired WiFiRanger, an Idaho-based mobile…
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Alliance RV Introduces New Valor Toy Hauler
Elkhart, Ind.-based Alliance RV has introduced its new Valor toy hauler. The company said Valor is a full-profile fifth wheel…
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THOR Appoints Harris as Chief People and Inclusion Consultant
Elkhart, Ind.-based THOR Industries announced that it has selected Chandria Harris to serve as its Chief People and Inclusion Consultant.…
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Airstream Announces Retirement of Larry Metz
Jackson Center, Ohio-based Airstream announced the official retirement of B2B Project Manager Larry Metz, who stepped aside on Aug. 12,…
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Honda Power Equipment Continues Rollout of its CO-MINDER Technology
Alpharetta, Ga.-based Honda Power Equipment, a business unit of American Honda Motor Co. Inc., continues the rollout of its CO-MINDER…
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Buyers Products Breaks Ground on Massive Warehouse Expansion
Buyers Products, a manufacturer in the work truck equipment industry, is doubling the size of its distribution center and corporate…
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Worksport Rolls Out Solar Panel Tonneau Cover
Toronto-based Worksport has launched a new website that details information on its TerraVis, a brand-new tonneau cover system with solar…
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Heartland RV Helping Promote Move It! Michiana
Elkhart, Ind.-based Heartland RV announced that for the second year in a row, Move It! Michiana is committed to creating…
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Jobless Claims Unexpectedly Rise
The number of individuals filing new unemployment insurance claims unexpectedly rose back above 1 million last week, reflecting a still-elevated…
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RVWA Wants You to Help it Grow
For this week’s “Coffee Lunch and Learn,” The RV Women’s Alliance has decided to turn its discussion inward. Specifically, to…
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RV Dealers 2020 Convention/Expo is Going Virtual
The RV Dealers Association has announced it is converting its 2020 RV Dealers Convention/Expo – originally scheduled for Nov. 9-13…
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Volta Power Partners with ‘Go Small Live Large’ Influencer
Holland, Mich.-based Volta Power Systems, makers of lithium ion battery systems, has partnered with “vanlife influencer” Scott Watson of “Go…
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RV Demand Outstripping Supply in Texas, Elsewhere
The impact of COVID-19 has negatively impacted many businesses nationwide, but for the recreational vehicle industry the coronavirus has been…
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ARVC Adds Anti-Bug Benefit Provider and Secures Music License Rates
The National Association of RV Parks and Campgrounds announces that Ranger Ready Repellents has been added as its newest Member…
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Webinar: How to DOUBLE the Leads You’re Getting from Your Website
In this webinar with special guest, Shaun Sorensen, CEO of Kenect, you’ll learn the specific ways you can DOUBLE (or…
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Patrick Industries Declares Quarterly Cash Dividend
Elkhart, Ind.-based Patrick Industries, a major manufacturer and distributor of component and building products for the RV, marine, manufactured housing…
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