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Wholesale RV Values Are Mixed as Summer Arrives
Despite economic turmoil, wholesale RV prices are remaining generally steady, although as inventory levels stabilize prices are dropping a bit,…
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Ember RV Introduces Tandem Independent Suspension Floor Plans
Ember Recreational Vehicles introduced two new floorplans featuring tandem trailing-arm independent suspension systems made by CURT, an American company owned…
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RV Women’s Alliance, RVTI Partner on All-Female Tech Training
This summer, 12 aspiring female RV technicians will get the opportunity to receive the RV Technical Institute (RVTI)’s gold standard…
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RVshare Names Chief Product Officer Amid Company Growth
RVshare, a peer-to-peer RV rental community, announced that Melissa Fortenberry has been named the company’s chief product officer (CPO). Fortenberry…
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Clean Seal Names Vice President/General Manager
Apryl Turczynski has been named vice president and general manager for Clean Seal, according to Jeremy Klotz, president of the…
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Sylvox Releases Latest Versions of TVs for RV Travel
Sylvox, a maker of specialty televisions, has released its latest 12/24V RV TVs, which it said is specifically designed for…
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Survey Details Red-Hot RV Rental Market
Although many people only think of motorhomes when it comes to RV rentals, a new survey by the RV Rental…
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RVIA Backs National Park Foundation Reauthorization Act Of 2022
Along with the other members of the National Parks Second Century Action Coalition, the RV Industry Association said Thursday it…
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Caravan Salon 2022 Grows in Size, Number of Vendors
Caravan Salon returns to Düsseldorf, Germany, Aug. 26-Sept. 4. The leading European RV show is increasing its physical footprint by…
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Cummins Sells Mask-Making Operations
Power generation company Cummins is getting out of its mask-making operations the company launched during the pandemic. The powertrain maker…
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April RV Shipments Up Double-Figures Compared to ’21
The RV Industry Association’s April 2022 survey of manufacturers determined that total RV shipments ended the month with 57,043 units,…
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PleasureLand RV Acquires Coulee Region RV in an Upper Midwest Deal
PleasureLand RV Center has announced the acquisition of Coulee Region RV of West Salem, Wisconsin as its newest location to…
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SpaceX’s Starlink Now Offering RV Internet Service
Getting into the Want Starlink Immediately? Meet Starlink RV, Which Has No Waitlist SpaceX on Monday expanded its Starlink satellite…
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Meyer Distributing Announces Q1 Sales Performance Award
Meyer Distributing presented Senior Sales Account Manager Ray Greenlee with its 2022 First Quarter Outstanding Sales Performance Award. The company…
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Obit: Bob Barouti, Founder of California’s Giant RV, Dies
Bob Barouti, the founder of California’s Giant RV that has grown over the years into four stores, died recently. The…
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KOA Report Predicts Big Holiday Camping Weekend
Following the release of Kampgrounds of America’s (KOA) annual North American Camping Report in April, new research predicts late-spring holiday…
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Study: Americans are Budgeting More Toward ‘Nearcations’ Due to Inflation
With Americans searching for affordable travel alternatives this summer in the wake of inflation, new research shows “nearcations” and vehicle…
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Roadmaster Issues Safety Update for Certain Nighthawk Tow Bars
Washington-based Roadmaster has issued a safety update of its Nighthawk tow bar with serial numbers between 9513-10200. The company said…
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‘RVing in New England’ Live from Alliance Owner’s Rally
Alliance RV this week is hosting its 2022 Owner’s Rally in Goshen, Ind., at the Elkhart County Fairgrounds, and the…
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CNBC Names Ports Most Responsible for Supply Chain Backups
The drop in Shanghai’s port productivity, which is driven by to the lack of people working due to Covid lockdowns,…
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THOR Unveils Consumer Study Results, VP Promotion
THOR Industries announced the release of the company’s 2022 U.S. Camper Perception Study, which explores consumer RV purchase and usage…
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RVIA: Last Call for Advocacy Day Participants
Advocacy Day, the longstanding cornerstone event taking place on Wednesday, June 8, during RVs Moves America Week, is a unique opportunity…
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Fun Town Partners with RVTI for Training at All Locations
Fun Town RV, the largest towables dealer in Texas, has partnered with the RV Technical Institute to provide their RV…
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RVIA’s 2021 RV Industry Profile Now Available
The 2021 RV Industry Profile, published by the RV Industry Association, provides a detailed look at RV production and shipment…
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RVDA Announces More Details of Con/Expo Opportunities
The National RV Dealers Association has released exhibitor information for companies interested in participating in the 2022 RV Dealers Convention/Expo…
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Stacey David Joins DEI Booth on Hot Rod Power Tour
This year’s Hot Rod Power Tour is heading south again, and Stacey David from hit shows “GearZ” and “Restoration Series”…
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GEN-Y Debuts the Phantom
GEN-Y, a manufacturer of a variety of towing products for trucks and trailers, announced its newest product: the Phantom. “This…
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German Mobile Home Manufacturer Sees Management Change
There is a change in the top position at the German mobile home manufacturer Erwin Hymer Group. The Erwin Hymer…
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Canadian RV Industry kicks off 7th Annual RV and Camping Week
Canadian campgrounds and RV dealers coast to coast are inviting their campers and RVers to join together and celebrate the…
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Ep. 37 – A Conversation with Soon-To-Be Hall of Famer Mick Ferkey
The long-time owner of Wisconsin’s Greeneway RV, Mick Ferkey will be inducted into the RV/MH Hall of Fame Class of…
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Camping World Acquires Richardson’s RV in Largest Acquisition to Date
Camping World Holdings announced what it says is its largest acquisition in company history: the purchase of Richardson’s RV Centers.…
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LKQ Corp. Releases 2021 Sustainability Report; Unveils New Brand Identity
LKQ Corp., parent company of NTP-Stag, has released its 2021 Sustainability Report and unveiled its new brand identity, which it…
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Lippert Names New Senior VP of Aftermarket Engineering and Product Development
Lippert welcomes Sundar Ananthasivan as its new senior vice president of aftermarket engineering and product development. Based in Eau Claire,…
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NRVTA Makes Dometic Equipment Investment
The National RV Training Academy (NRVTA) announced it made a major purchase of equipment from Dometic for use in hands-on…
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Micro-Air and RV Whisper Strike Partnership
Micro-Air, the award-winning manufacturer of the EasyStart family of air conditioning products, and RV Whisper LLC, the wireless aftermarket RV…
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Kuntry Kustom on NHTSA Recall List
This week’s list of vehicle recalls from the National Highway Transportation Administration is out, and only one RV maker is…
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2022 Skills Canada National Competition This Week in Vancouver
The 2022 Skills Canada National Competition will be held at the Vancouver Convention Centre this Thursday and Friday, May 26…
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Coming Tuesday on In Tow with RV PRO: Future RV Hall-of-Famer Mick Ferkey
This Tuesday another new episode of the In Tow with RV PRO podcast goes live, and our guest will be…
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Meyer Distributing Names Vendors of the Year
For the first time, Meyer Distributing has named GEN-Y Hitch its RV & Towing Vendor of the Year. GEN-Y Hitch…
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RV Executives Launch Brinkley RV
A new towable RV manufacturing firm has been unveiled by leading industry executives. Located on the southeast side of Goshen,…
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Lippert Announces $200M Stock Repurchase Plan
LCI Industries announced that its board has authorized a $200 million stock repurchase program over the next three years. The…
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Barron’s Report: RV Demand Slowing
THOR Industries and Winnebago Industries stocks took a beating on Thursday, after D.A. Davidson analyst Brandon Rolle said RV demand…
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Stella Vita Electric RV Aims to be the Solar-Powered Distance Leader
A team of Dutch university students said they have radically redesigned the RV with solar power and an aerodynamic shape.…
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RVDA Seeks Nominations for James B. Summers Award
The RV Dealer’s Association is asking dealer and associate members to submit nominations for the prestigious James B. Summers Award.…
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RV PRO Spotlighting Long-Time Employees in Upcoming Issue
The special theme for RV PRO magazine’s BIG July “Made in the U.S.A.” issue is Veteran (long-time) Employees! RV PRO is seeking nominations…
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Campers Inn Acquires Ohio’s Arbogast RV
Florida-based Campers Inn RV, which calls itself the largest family-operated RV dealership group in the country, has acquired Arbogast RV…
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Five RV Retailer Stores Achieve Prestigious Airstream Honors
RV Retailer was recently recognized by Airstream for outstanding customer service in sales and service with the prestigious Five Rivet…
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Commercial Driver’s License Exemption for RV Transporters Renewed
In 2015, the RV Industry Association successfully petitioned the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) for exemption from the Class…
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ITC Investigating Impact of Section 232 and 301 Tariffs
The U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) is launching an investigation on the impact of Section 232 and 301 tariffs on U.S. industries.…
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Wilson Electronics Announces weBoost Mobile App
Wilson Electronics announced the launch of the weBoost app, a free mobile app that provides customers with a step-by-step guide…
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Registration Open for National ARVC Outdoor Hospitality Conference and Expo
The National Association of RV Parks & Campgrounds (ARVC) has officially opened registration for its 2022 Outdoor Hospitality Conference and…
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Outdoorsy said its Two New Features Make Travel Easier
Outdoorsy, a global online RV rental and outdoor travel marketplace, announced the launch of two new features designed for guests…
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Camping World, Make-A-Wish Grant Child’s Dream
Camping World of London, Ky., stepped up recently to make a child’s dream come true. It was while Brody Hammack…
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Brown & Brown Contributes to RV Learning Center in Paul Skogebo’s Honor
F&I provider Brown & Brown Insurance has made its 2022 contribution of $26,667 in support of the Mike Molino RV…
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RVDA, Others Backing Catalytic Converter Anti-Theft Proposal
RVDA, NADA and 11 other industry partners sent a letter this week to U.S. House Energy and Commerce Committee Chairman…
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Brown & Brown Names New CTO
Kiet Tran has been appointed chief technology officer for Brown & Brown. “Brown & Brown is on a technology journey…
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Safe-Guard Names New Account Management, Business Development Leader
Ontario, Canada-based Safe-Guard Products International, a provider of branded protection products for the automotive, RV, powersports and marine industries, announced…
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Report: European Dometic Production Facilities Now Powered by Renewable Electricity
According to a report in MarketExchange.com, Stockholm, Sweden-based Dometic has entered the next phase in the implementation of its sustainability…
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RVTI Classes for June Announced
The RV Technical Institute (RVTI) has a technician training program that is a hands-on, competency-based program designed by RVTI staff…
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Dometic Staffers Assist in Potato Creek Cleanup
A team of 40 Dometic employees participated in the beautification of Potato Creek State Park in Michiana last Wednesday, May…
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Ember Debuting New Floorplan at Overland Expo West
After recently announcing the new 191MSL (Murphy Bed/Sofa/Locker) floorplan addition to its lineup, Ember Recreational Vehicles will publicly launch the…
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Spartan RV Chassis Introduces Premier Drive for Luxury Class A’s
Spartan RV Chassis, a brand of The Shyft Group, today introduced Spartan Premier Drive, a single, comprehensive and proprietary chassis…
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Ocean Bio-Chem Reports Slight Sales Dip
Florida-based Ocean Bio-Chem, parent company of Star brite, reported net sales of $12.7 million in the first quarter of 2022,…
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Crain’s Detroit Business Honors Shyft Group CEO Daryl Adams
Crain’s Detroit Business announced today that The Shyft Group President and CEO Daryl Adams has been named a 2022 Notable…
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NRVTA Hires New Student Concierge
The National RV Training Academy (NRVTA) today announced Shenika Lyons joined the staff as student concierge. The Dallas native serves…
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Camping World Declares Quarterly Dividend
Camping World Holdings announced today that its board of directors declared a regular cash dividend of $0.625 per share on…
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Brown & Brown Acquires Claim Technologies
Brown & Brown of Massachusetts, a subsidiary of Florida-based Brown & Brown Inc., has acquired substantially all of the assets…
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Elkhart County Eco-Devo Chief Keeping an Eye on Gas Prices
In the face of strong economic headwinds and supply chain issues, the RV industry is registering double digit sales gains…
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Special Episode: Celebrating Women in the Business
To coincide with our special May “Women in Business” issue, we feature three women of distinction who have very different…
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Bish’s RV Opens New Michigan Location
Bish’s RV has multiple locations across eight states. Bish’s RV is new to Coldwater, Mich. Sort of. Late last year,…
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Dragonfly Energy to Become Public Company
Dragonfly Energy has entered into a definitive business combination agreement with Chardan NexTech Acquisition 2 Corp. Upon closing, the combined…
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Special Women in Business Episode of In Tow with RV PRO Going Live Tuesday
In conjunction with the May issue of RV PRO magazine, we celebrate women in the RV industry in a special…
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Green Car Reports on the Future of Electric RVs
Green Car Reports on where the future of electric RVing. The pending onslaught of electric trucks and SUVs – already…
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Gas Prices: No Relief in Sight
Gas prices hit record highs on Friday, as consumers are grappling with soaring inflation. With oil prices still well above…
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Daimler Truck North America, Cummins Collaborate on Hydrogen Technology
Cummins and Daimler Truck North America are collaborating to upfit and validate Freightliner Cascadia trucks with a Cummins hydrogen fuel…
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Detroit’s Big Three Automakers Reinstate Mask Mandate
General Motors, Ford and Chrysler parent Stellantis NV on Sunday they are reinstating a requirement that employees wear masks in…
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GE Appliances Opens $70M Water Heater Plant in South Carolina
GE Appliances (GEA), a Haier company, has officially opened its $70 million state-of-the-art water heater manufacturing plant in Camden, S.C.…
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RVIA Mourns Passing of David Humphreys
The RV Industry Association issued a statement Friday following the death of one of its founders, David J. Humphreys. The…
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RVDA Career Center a Valuable Resource
As Memorial Day, the traditional kick-off to summer, fast approaches, the RV Dealers Association wants to remind its members that…
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Mike Molino Center Offering Service Writer Advisor Online Courses
The Mike Molino RV Service Center reminds dealership owners that now is a great time to get ready for the…
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RV Retailer Exclusive Motorcoach Partner of NASCAR Petty GMS Team
NASCAR racing team Petty GMS announced a partnership with RV Retailer to become the “Official Motorcoach Partner” of its NASCAR…
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OSHA Launches Heat Enforcement Emphasis Program
According to a report from Ogletree Deakins, just in time for the hotter weather of spring and summer, the Occupational…
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Airstream Taps Weber for its Quick-Firing Grill
The following report from AutoEvolution.com details the partnership struck up between Airstream and the Weber company. Firing up the barbeque…
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THOR Publishes North American Motorized EV Study Results
THOR Industries announced the release of the company’s North American Motorized Electric RV Study, which explores consumer expectations, key purchase motivators…
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Baird Survey Shows Negative 3-5 Year Outlook
The results of the latest survey from RVDA and Baird show dealers with a positive outlook when it comes to…
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RV PRO, THE SHOP Acquired by Cahaba Media Group
Birmingham, Ala.-based Cahaba Media Group announced today its acquisition of the assets of two B2B brands: RV PRO and THE…
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Cortes Expands Dealer Network with Colorado’s B&B RV
Cortes Campers, a wholly-owned subsidiary of the US Lighting Group, has received an initial purchase order valued at $385,000 from…
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Bretz RV Selects Motility Software for Second Missoula Location
Motility Software announced that Bretz RV & Marine has selected it to help transform inventory while saving time and money…
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Committee Meetings a Key Part of RVs Move America Week
The RV Industry Association said that RVs Move America Week is a critical event on the RV industry calendar, as…
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Go RVing Connects with Memphis Consumers, Travel Writers
Earlier this month, the Go RVing PR team participated in TravelCon in Memphis, Tenn., where it said hundreds of travel…
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LKQ Corp. Announces $500M Increase in Stock Repurchase Program
LKQ Corp., parent company of NTP-STAG, announced that its board of directors has authorized a $500 million increase to its…
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Early-Bird Tix for RVWA Education Symposium This Fall End Friday
Early-bird ticket sales for the RV Women’s Alliance Education Symposium end this Friday, May 13. The event takes place in October…
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Elkhart Chamber President Testifies Before Congress
Local action, more than outside help, fueled the community’s ongoing economic recovery, the president and CEO of the Greater Elkhart,…
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Michiana RV Industry Types Pitch in to Cleanup State Park
Potato Creek State Park in Northern Indiana is undergoing restoration projects to improve visitors’ experiences. The RV Industry Association is…
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Flow-Rite Employees Trade Workstations for Construction Site
A team of Flow-Rite employees recently traded their office and manufacturing workstations for a construction site when they volunteered for…
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Ember RV Launches New Floorplan for Overland Series
Ember RV, which began manufacturing RVs in 2021, has started production of its newest addition to the Overland Series of…
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Fleetwood RV Offering an Inside Look
Fleetwood RV said that in the wake of RVs increased popularity, questions it gets from new customers abound, such as…
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Webinar’s Focus is Thwarting Hackers
Integrated Dealer Systems, an RV, marine and trailer dealership software provider, has announced an upcoming webinar on how businesses can…
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Blue Ox Names Head of Rocky Mountain Sales
Blue Ox Products announced the addition of Troy Walvoord to its U.S. sales team as regional manager of the Rocky…
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Cummins Shareholders Reject Splitting CEO, Chairman Duties
The following report is from Inside Indiana Business. Cummins’ shareholders said “no” Tuesday to a proposal to split the duties…
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