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Federal Reserve Leaves Key Rate Unchanged
The following is a report from The Associated Press. The Federal Reserve kept its key interest rate unchanged Wednesday, brushing…
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IDS Unveils New DMS-Embedded Payment Solution
Integrated Dealer Systems (IDS) announced the launch of IDS Pay, a fully embedded payment solution that transforms how dealerships handle…
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Registration Opens for 2025 NATDA Trailer Show
The North American Trailer Dealers Association (NATDA) announced that registration is now open for the 2025 NATDA Trailer Show, taking…
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AdventureGenie, Open Roads Team Up To Fuel RV Adventures
AdventureGenie, an AI-powered travel planning tool for camping and RV trips, announce an new partnership with Open Roads, a platform…
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Jayco’s Entegra Coach Transitions Class A Diesels to Tiffin
THOR Industries, Inc. announced a strategic partnership between Jayco and Tiffin Motorhomes, whereby production of Class A diesel motorhomes for…
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LCI Industries Reports 8% Net Sales Increase in Q1
LCI Industries, a supplier of engineered components to the recreation and transportation markets, reported first quarter 2025 results. First Quarter…
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National Park Service Faces Largest Cut in 109-Year History
The following was a release from the National Parks Conservation Association (NPCA). The Trump Administration on May 2 released its budget…
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Dometic Launches 35K Furnace Essential
Dometic announced the launch of its newest innovation in RV climate control: the Dometic 35K Furnace Essential. Available this May,…
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Official WARN Notices Detail THOR Layoff Numbers
Three THOR Industries companies – Heartland RV, Cruiser RV and DRV Mobile Suites – received layoff notices issued in late…
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Air Lift Co. Debuts LoadLifter Kit for Ford F-450 Super Duty
Aftermarket air suspension manufacturer Air Lift Company is now offering a new LoadLifter 7500 XL Ultimate, featuring an internal jounce…
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The Dyrt: 3 of 4 Campers Have Camped With Their Vehicle
The topic of camping usually evokes images of campfires and tents, but new data shows that most campers are partial…
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Early 2025 Search Trends Shows Consumer Interest in Travel Trailers
RV Trader presents data to help dealerships understand what customers are looking for during online searches to help them make…
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Lippert Team Serves Its Communities During National Volunteer Week
For the sixth year running, Lippert Components participated in National Volunteer Week. From April 21–25, Lippert team members across the…
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RVRA Survey: RV Rental Demand Remains Healthy Despite Uncertainty
Almost two-thirds of RV dealers who also rent RVs surveyed this spring said their bookings for the upcoming summer season…
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Gulf Stream Coach Extends Spring Showcase Due to High Dealer Interest
Gulf Stream Coach announced an extension to its successful Spring Showcase at its headquarters in Nappanee, Indiana. The event provides…
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Cummins Reports Q1 Financials
Cummins Inc. reported results for the first quarter of 2025. “The company delivered strong financial results in the first quarter…
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De Minimis Loophole Closed
The following was a News & Insights report from the RV Industry Association (RVIA). As we reported last month on April…
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Family RV Association To Feature on Discovery’s ‘RV There Yet?’
The Family RV Association (FRVA), formerly known as Family Motor Coach Association, welcomed special guests to its 110th International Convention…
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Collins & Co., CONTOURE Form Exclusive Distribution Agreement
Collins & Co., a leading RV market distributor and division of Patrick Industries, has announced an exclusive distribution agreement with…
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Newbook Launches ‘Essentials’ Platform
Newbook, provider of hospitality management solutions and part of the Storable family of brands, announced the launch of Newbook Essentials,…
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Great Escapes RV Resort Named Texas Park of the Year
Great Escapes RV Resorts Bryan College Station has been named Park of the Year by the Texas Association of Campground…
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Garmin Announces Q1 Results
Garmin reported results for the first quarter ended March 29. Highlights for first quarter 2025 include: Record consolidated revenue of…
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NHTSA Lists Weekly Recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued the following weekly vehicular recalls: Forest River is recalling certain 2025 Stealth and…
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Outdoor Rec Industry Applauds America the Beautiful Act Introduction
The Outdoor Recreation Roundtable (ORR) celebrated the bipartisan introduction of the America the Beautiful Act by U.S. Sens. Steve Daines…
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RV Technical Institute Publishes 2024 Annual Report
The RV Technical Institute (RVTI) has released its 2024 Annual Report, which outlines its progress in strengthening its training program…
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REV Group Recognized as 2025 Military Friendly Employer
REV Group Inc. has been named a 2025 Bronze Military Friendly Employer and Military Friendly Spouse Employer by VIQTORY, a…
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Allison Transmission Announces Leadership Changes, Q1 Results
Allison Transmission announced the promotions of Avery Sheets to executive director, North America regional sales and national accounts, and Alex…
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Brown & Brown Reports Q1 Revenue Up 11.6% YOY
Brown & Brown announced its unaudited financial results for the first quarter 2025. Revenues for the first quarter of 2025…
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US Added 177K Jobs in April, Unemployment Stays at 4.2%
The following is a report from The Associated Press. American employers added a surprising 177,000 jobs in April as the…
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The Shyft Group Announces Quarterly Dividend
The Shyft Group announced that its board of directors authorized a cash dividend of $0.05 per share of common stock.…
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Inventors Develop RV Cover Protection, Wireless Signaling System
A new concept from InventHelp.com is designed to address damage to RV covers. “As an RV owner, I was frustrated…
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Quiet Week at the Pump as Gas Prices Fluctuate Slightly
The following was reported by the American Automobile Association (AAA). The national average for a gallon of regular saw few…
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2025’s Women in Business Honorees
Women — nearly 79 million of them — make up 47% of the U.S. workforce, according to data from the…
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Women in Business: Brenda Arms
At Alliance RV, Brenda Arms is responsible for overseeing the efficient and accurate distribution of RV parts, ensuring that service…
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Women in Business: Deanna Weaver
Deanna is the backbone of Bontrager Outdoors, bringing her extensive experience of RV manufacturer functions from Jayco to the company.…
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Women in Business: Denyse Pontius
Denyse has been a driving force behind Century Chemical Corp.’s growth and success, her nominator says. Leading with vision and…
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Women in Business: Jennie Hilliard
Since leaving her career teaching elementary school, Jennie has been on a process of refining, and many times creating, processes…
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Women in Business: Laura Swope
Laura’s nominator begins by asking: “How do you describe Ms. Everything?” Laura began working for Vogt RV World as a…
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Women in Business: Lisa Smith
Lisa is responsible for managing the Tiffin Motorhomes Allegro Club, including planning and ensuring the success of several owner rallies…
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Women in Business: Mandy Weimerskirch
At REV Group, Mandy is the controller for Goldshield Fiberglass, American Coach, Holiday Rambler and Fleetwood RV brands, as well…
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Women in Business: Monika Geraci
Monika runs public relations and oversees all organic content for the RV Industry Association (RVIA), RV Technical Institute (RVTI) and…
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Women in Business: Nicole Schantz
At Priority RV Network, Nicole leads an independent RV dealer network, overseeing growth, dealer and supplier relations, and operational excellence.…
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Women in Business: Rachel Yessa
Rachel plays a critical role in shaping Lippert’s presence in the RV, automotive and marine industries. She develops partnerships and…
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Women in Business: Samantha Newcomb
Samantha is responsible for the interior design and product procurement for all materials for Forest River’s Pause / Reboot product.…
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Women in Business: Sarah Betz
As a co-owner of RV Doctor, Sarah oversees the service aspects of the business and manages inventory while working closely…
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Women in Business: Stacey Curtis
Stacey is responsible for developing, delivering and refining training programs that enhance the skills and performance of General RV’s Delivery…
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Women in Business: Valerie “Val” Chowning
Val is the third-generation owner of RV Sales. She has knowledge that surpasses most men in the industry when it…
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Women in Business: Victoria “Vicki” Ross
As plant manager, Vicki oversees all aspects of production and personnel for Thor Motor Coach’s Plant 240 — Class B…
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OHI: 2025 Advocacy Efforts Update for Q1
The following is a blog post from OHI (formerly known as the National Association of RV Parks and Camgrounds) updating…
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Overland Expo Reveals 2025 ‘Ultimate Build’ Rig
Now in its fifth year, Overland Expo’s renowned “Ultimate Build” program is continuing its tradition of transforming capable factory vehicles…
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Patrick Reports 7% Net Sales Increase in Q1 Report
Patrick Industries Inc., a leading component solutions provider for the Outdoor Enthusiast and Housing markets, reported financial results for the…
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Lightspeed, Alliance RV Launch New Integration
Lightspeed DMS, a leading provider of dealership management software for RV dealers, announced a seamless new integration with Alliance RV, delivering…
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Myers Industries Reports Q1 Financials
Myers Industries Inc. announced results for the first quarter ended March 31. Myers Industries’ President and CEO Aaron Schapper said,…
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E-Van Debuts Composite Thermal Liner for Electric Vehicles
E-Van, the composite body division of Embassy Specialty Vehicles, introduced its new Insulated Liner for use in a range of electric vehicle (EV) applications.…
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RVDA of Canada Brings Back ‘RV Tech Week’ in June
The first week of June marks the return of RV Tech Week, a national campaign celebrating the critical role of RV technicians and…
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American Power Systems Launches High-Output Alternators
American Power Systems, Inc. (APS) has launched an all-new, high-output alternator series providing more output across the board at both lower…
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RVTI Attends Career, Technical Education Annual Conference
The RV Technical Institute (RVTI) recently participated in the Association for Career and Technical Education’s Region 4 Annual Conference, which covers Arkansas,…
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Big Beard Battery Touts Texas Assembly Amid Tariff Challenges
Big Beard Battery announced that as recent tariff changes send shockwaves through the battery industry, it is “proud to stand…
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China’s ‘All in Caravaning’ Trade Fair Kicks Off May 9
All in Caravaning (AIC), one of China’s leading international trade fairs for motorhomes and caravans, will take place May 9-11…
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Industry Leaders Unite for 2025 Park Improvement Event
Lippert Components announced its support of the RV Industry Association’s (RVIA) Emerging Leaders Coalition in its upcoming park improvement event.…
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Camping World Reports Q1 Revenue Up 3.6%
Camping World Holdings (CWH) reported results for the first quarter ended March 31. Marcus Lemonis, chairman and chief executive officer…
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White House Issues Executive Order on Tariffs
Update as of Tuesday, April 29: On April 29, the White House issued an executive order providing relief from the stacking…
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GEN-Y Hitch Expands Partnership With Brinkley RV
GEN-Y Hitch announced that its Executive 5th to Gooseneck Pin Box is now available as a factory-installed option on the Brinkley…
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The Dyrt: Campers Over 55 Prefer RVs
The Dyrt has found that 61% of campers 55 and over list RVs and trailers as their primary camping type,…
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Grote Industries Names Madison Facility Operations Director
Grote Industries announces that Dan Brito has joined the company as director of operations – Madison, Indiana. With over 15…
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Xponent Power Begins Customer Deliveries, Ramps Up Commercial Production
With the U.S. setting a new record by installing 50 gigawatts of solar capacity in 2024, Xponent Power said it…
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27North Unveils Additions to Van, Truck Lineup
27North, a Missouri-based maker of modern off-roading vehicles including the RexRover and Ascender, unveiled two new additions to its selection of vans…
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CompoCloset Launches S1 Sealing Toilet on Kickstarter
CompoCloset, a leader in portable composting and eco-friendly toilets, announced the launch of its newest innovation: the S1 Sealing Toilet…
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Shady Oaks Camping Resort Announces Reopening Under New Ownership
Shady Oaks Camping Resort announced its grand reopening under new ownership, following extensive renovations and rebranding efforts. To commemorate this…
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Go RVing: 58% of Former RV Owners Open to Purchasing Again
The following is a News & Insights report from the RV Industry Association (RVIA). Go RVing’s newest special report turns attention…
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Dometic Expands Product Academy With Technical Training
Dometic announced the launch of a new pathway in its Dometic Product Academy — Technical Training. Salespeople can become a…
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Meyer Distributing Partners With Storm Shelter Maker
Meyer Distributing announced the addition of Survive-A-Storm Shelters (SAS) to its product line. Survive-A-Storm Shelters is a leading producer of…
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US Consumer Confidence ‘Plummets’ to Covid-era Low
The following is a report from the Associated Press. Americans’ confidence in the economy slumped for the fifth straight month…
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Lippert Acquires Transportation Seating Supplier
LCI Industries, through its wholly owned subsidiary Lippert Components Inc., has acquired substantially all of the business assets of Freedman…
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Genesis Products Renovates IndyCar Driver Lounge
Genesis Products Inc., a manufacturer of RV interior components, unveiled a new project in partnership with IndyCar’s AJ Foyt Racing…
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nuCamp Debuts 20th Anniversary Teardrop Trailers
In celebration of 20 years of “Legacy, Reputation and Community,” nuCamp announced the release of its 20th Anniversary Limited Edition…
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Wholesale RV Values Increase as Warmer Weather Arrives
Black Book released its monthly commentary for May. “Spring has finally arrived, and with it came the expected uptick in…
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U-Haul Introduces Toy Hauler to Rental Fleet
Production has begun on the U-Haul Toy Hauler, the first addition to the company’s rental fleet of American-made trailers in…
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InterMotive Distributor Names Three to New Roles
LGS Group, the distributor for InterMotive Vehicle Controls, announced changes regarding its team members and roles. Bryce Grenon, national sales…
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KCN Campgrounds New Owner of Elizabethtown/Hershey Site
Kampgrounds of America, Inc. (KOA) welcomed KCN Campgrounds as the new owner of Pennsylvania’s Elizabethtown/Hershey KOA Holiday. KCN specializes in acquiring, managing and enhancing…
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Outdoorsy Escapes Combines RV Rentals & Iconic Destinations
Outdoorsy.com, the outdoor travel and accommodation marketplace that transformed the world of RV rentals, has launched of Outdoorsy Escapes, the…
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NHTSA Lists Weekly Recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued the following weekly vehicular recalls: Forest River is recalling certain 2024-25 Coachmen Catalinas…
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Outside: The Price of Outdoor Gear is About to Spike
The following is a report from Outside. The bikes, backpacks, tents and other outdoor gear on our wishlists are about…
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LAMILUX ‘Holds Ground’ Amid Challenges in Annual Report
2024 was an eventful year for the LAMILUX Heinrich Strunz Group, characterized by global crises and economic uncertainties, the company…
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Renogy Unveils Ranger Power Box Modular DC/AC Hub
Renogy today introduces the Ranger Power Box lineup —the Ranger 3000 Ultra, Ranger 2000 and Ranger Control Hub — built to give overlanders and RVers…
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Hall of Fame Supplier Show 2025 Nearly Sold Out
At just five months away from the September 2025 Elkhart Dealer Open House, the RV/MH Hall of Fame’s Supplier Show…
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Some Federal Lakes’ Amenities Closing Amid Trump’s Budget Cuts
Campgrounds, boat ramps and other facilities in at least 30 locations at federal lakes and reservoirs in six states will…
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Fun Town RV Acquires Larry’s RV in Michigan
Fun Town RV announces the asset acquisition of Larry’s RV in Jackson, Michigan. This new location strengthens Fun Town RV’s…
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Former SpaceX Engineer Launches RV Startup
The following is a report from The Detroit Jewish News. Entrepreneur Sam Shapiro is leading an electric RV revolution from…
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Gas Prices Creep Upward Amid Rise in Demand
The national average for a gallon of regular is slightly higher than a week ago and 5 cents higher than…
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FCCC, Tiffin Boost Partnership With PowerDrive Debut
Freightliner Custom Chassis Corp. (FCCC) is powering its partnership with Tiffin Motorhomes forward with the introduction of new features and models…
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RV Shipments Up Nearly 14% in First Quarter
Results for the RV Industry Association’s March 2025 survey of manufacturers found that total RV shipments ended the month with…
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Bretz RV To Host Grand Opening for Washington Location
Bretz RV & Marine is making its long-awaited debut in Washington State — and its throwing a celebration as big…
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Overland Expo West Returns to Arizona in May
Overland Expo announced its return to Flagstaff, Arizona, May 16-18. As the original and largest event in the Overland Expo…
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Equator Releases Washer-Dryer Combo Designed for RV Use
Equator Advanced Appliances announced the launch of its EZ 4800 Combo Washer Dryer, a high-performance, all-in-one laundry unit engineered specifically…
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RV Industry Association Releases Comprehensive PFAS Guide
The RV Industry Association (RVIA) has released its most comprehensive PFAS regulatory guidance to date, “PFAS FAQs for the RV…
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RV/MH Hall of Fame & Museum Names New President
The RV/MH Hall of Fame and Museum announced the appointment of Daryll A. Milnikel as its president. Milnikel served with distinction…
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KOA Leaders Recognized in 2025 American Business Awards
Leaders at Kampgrounds of America Inc. (KOA) were awarded two Stevies from the 23rd Annual American Business Awards. Toby O’Rourke, KOA’s president…
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Dometic Sees Double-Digit EBITA Margin in Q1
Dometic reported financial results for its fourth quarter. Note one Swedish Krona (SEK) is equivalent to $0.1. Key findings from…
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LKQ Corp. ‘Pleased’ With Q1 Performance Despite Market Uncertainties
LKQ Corporation, the parent company of Keystone Automotive and its NTP-STAG RV aftermarket distribution division, reported first quarter 2025 financial…
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