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Stable Market Means ‘More Opportunity’ in NPA October Report
A Stable Market Means More Opportunity This Fall The pre-owned RV market is flat, but that stability is a win…
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National Parks Amid Shutdown: Half of Staff Furloughed
The following report is from ABC News. The nation’s parks were once again caught in the middle as the federal…
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Thetford Acquires Dave Carter & Associates
Thetford, a global designer and distributor of sanitation, refrigeration and cooking products for the RV and marine OEM industry and…
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East to West RV Unveils ‘College Avenue’ Class C
East To West RV, a division of Forest River, announced the debut of its latest innovation in the motorized segment…
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Airstream Announces Strategic Leadership Appointments
Airstream announced the appointment of Bryan Melton to the newly created role of chief operating officer (COO). Melton assumed his…
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IDS Enhances Leadership Insights Analytics Platform
Integrated Dealer Systems (IDS), provider of dealer management software for the RV and marine industries, has launched its new Industry…
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Go Power!, Dometic Launch Improved 200-Watt Solar Panels, ShadeTech
Go Power! | Dometic, a leader in mobile power solutions since 1996, announced the launch of its newly redesigned ShadeTech solar panel, now featuring high-efficiency…
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Dragonfly Energy Selected for Nevada Tech Hub Funding
Dragonfly Energy Holdings Corp. announced that Nevada Tech Hub, a program designed to strengthen Nevada’s lithium battery supply chain, has…
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BLUETTI Releases ‘RVSolar’ 48V Power System
BLUETTI has officially released the RVSolar 48V Solar Power System, a fully integrated solution boasting 30-minute core connection for RVs, boats and…
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Cavco Industries Completes Acquisition of American Homestar
Cavco Industries has confirmed that, further to the announcement on July 14, the company completed the acquisition of the business…
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Barletta Boats Launches New Package To Honor US Armed Forces
Barletta Pontoon Boats, a wholly owned subsidiary of Winnebago Industries, announced the launch of its enhanced Barletta Freedom Package, a…
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Ember RV Unveils ‘Reimagined’ Touring Edition
Ember Recreational Vehicles unveiled the fully reimagined 2026 Touring Edition luxury laminated travel trailer at its 5th Annual New Product Expo. With…
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National Parks To Remain Partially Open During Government Shutdown
According to a report from NBC News, National parks will remain partially open during the government shutdown that began Wednesday,…
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Walex Expands North Carolina Headquarters To Support Rapid Growth
Walex Products Company, a global leader in manufacturing waste treatment and sanitation products for the RV and marine industries, announced…
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Maxxsonics Taps New Western Regional Sales Manager
Maxxsonics, a leader in audio solutions for mobile, powersports and marine applications, announced it has turned up the volume on its…
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Asheville East KOA Holiday To Host Grand Reopening Celebration
After an extensive recovery following Hurricane Helene, Kampgrounds of America, Inc. (KOA) announced it is delighted to be welcoming campers…
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OIA: Government Shutdown To Weaken Outdoor Economy
On Wednesday, Oct. 1, the Outdoor Industry Association (OIA) expressed serious concern regarding the federal government shutdown and its impact on the $1.2 trillion outdoor…
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RVDA Con/Expo’s Fixed Ops Day To Focus on Profitability & Efficiency
RV fixed operation professionals will be able to attend the RV Dealers Convention/Expo at Paris Las Vegas at a special…
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Velarium Launches Cut-To-Fit Awning Tube
Velarium, an Airxcel brand, announced the launch of its new Cut-to-Fit Awning Tube, now available exclusively for the RV aftermarket.…
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CARVC Conference & Expo Planned for February 2026
The Carolinas Association of RV Parks and Campgrounds (CARVC) announced the 2026 CARVC Conference & Expo will take place Sunday,…
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Protective Asset Protection Touts New Appearance Protection Program
Protective Asset Protection, part of the financial services company Protective Life Corporation, announced the refresh of its Paint and Fabric…
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‘RVing in New England’ Hosts Influencer Koen Haag
The Weekly Facebook Live show RVing in New England, hosted by the New England RV Dealers Association (NERVDA), has returned…
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Survey: Skepticism Remains in AI Loan Compliance Tools
Carleton, a provider of compliant loan calculation and disclosure solutions, eleased findings from a nationwide survey highlighting the lending industry’s…
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Airxcel Annual New Product Showcase Coming Up in Elkhart
Airxcel, Inc. will host its 12th annual New Product Showcase from Oct. 14-16, featuring the latest products from the full…
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Patrick Industries Reopens Renovated Office in Elkhart, Works With weIMPACT Group
In partnership with weIMPACT Group, Patrick Industries announced it has reaffirmed its longstanding ties to Elkhart with the reopening of…
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Azure Printed Homes Debuts X-360 Glamping Show Americas
Azure Printed Homes unveiled the X-360, a 360 square-foot 3D-printed park model designed specifically for glamping and outdoor hospitality, at…
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Stock Markets Slide as Government Shutdown Looms, Consumer Confidence Slumps
This report comes from Yahoo! Finance. U.S. stocks faltered on Tuesday, Sept. 30 as investors weighed the likely fallout of…
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RVIA Releases Latest Updates on Tariffs
The following excerpts are from RV Industry Association’s (RVIA) updates on tariffs. For the full article on their updates, click…
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ORR Urges Congress To Avoid a Government Shutdown
As Congress approaches the end of the fiscal year without a bipartisan agreement to fund the government, the Outdoor Recreation…
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2026 RVIA Board Of Directors Election Results Announced
Voting for the 2026 RV Industry Association (RVIA) Board of Directors election closed last week and the final results are…
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Blue Compass RV Acquires Indy RV Sales in Utah
Blue Compass RV, a leading recreational vehicle retailer, today announced the acquisition of Indy RV Sales in St. George, Utah.…
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Wholesale RV Values Drop as We Head Into Fall
Black Book released its monthly commentary for October. “The values for used RVs sold at wholesale auctions declined last month,…
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Overland Expo East Returns to Virginia in October
Overland Expo East returns to Oak Ridge Estate in Arrington, Virginia, Oct. 3-5. One of the East Coast’s premier overlanding…
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Lippert Holds Panel Build To Benefit Habitat for Humanity
According to an article from The Goshen News, nearly 50 employees of Lippert Plant 85 in Goshen took time away…
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Dragonfly Energy To Participate in The Battery Show North America 2025
Dragonfly Energy Holdings Corp., an industry leader in energy storage and maker of Battle Born Batteries, will maintain a strong…
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OHI Announces Results of 2025 Board of Directors Election
OHI (Outdoor Hospitality Industry) announced the results of its 2025 board of directors election. Electronic voting closed on Thursday, Sept.…
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NMEA Names Garmin 2025 Manufacturer of the Year
Garmin has been named Manufacturer of the Year in the large manufacturer category for the 11th consecutive year by members…
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Transport Canada Issues Statement on Canada Post Strike
Note: The following is a letter provided by the Canadian Recreational Vehicle Association (CRVA), offering insight from Transport Canada into…
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Campspot Touts AI-Powered Occupancy Prediction & Pricing Recs
Campspot, an online marketplace for booking camping and RV trips, recently held its very first Camp Campspot — Campspot’s inaugural…
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NHTSA Lists Weekly Recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued the following weekly vehicular recalls: Ford Motor Company is recalling certain 2020-2021…
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Priced Out of Traditional Housing, More Americans Are Living in RVs
This is an excerpt from an article by Shannon Pettypiece that ran on NBCNews.com. Days before his 12th birthday, Dante…
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2300+ Lot RV Park Coming to Texas’ Taylor County
An RV park with more than 2,300 lots is under development in Taylor County, Texas. According to a report by…
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OHI Foundation Announces Scholarship Winners for OHCE 2025
The OHI Foundation has announced the winners of this year’s scholarship recipients for the Outdoor Hospitality Conference and Expo (OHCE).…
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Autoevolution Showcases Lidu RV’s 2026 Aquila 360 Travel Trailer
The following is an excerpt from an article on Autoevolution.com. Typically, China is known for spitting out some of the…
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Fall Begins With Falling Gas Prices
The following was reported by the American Automobile Association (AAA). The national average for a gallon of regular dropped five…
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Special RVDA Convention/Expo Hotel Rates End Oct. 17
Dealers and industry partners should book their convention hotel rooms today to secure the special convention rate at Paris or…
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UKT Group Announces US Patent for Air Conditioning Invention
The United Klima Technologies Group, UKT Air Conditioning Michigan USA, UKT Engineering Ltd. UK, Automotive AC Design and Consulting LLC…
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August RV Shipments Down 3.1% YOY
Results for the RV Industry Association’s August 2025 survey of manufacturers found that total RV shipments ended the month with…
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Video: nuCamp Introduces New Haven 220
This week during the Elkhart Open House, nuCamp unveiled its all-new 22-foot travel trailer, the 2026 Haven 220. According to…
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MARVAC To Host 36th Fall Detroit RV & Camping Show
The Michigan Association of RVs and Campgrounds (MARVAC) will host its 36th Fall Detroit RV & Camping Show next week.…
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KOA Congratulates Owners on Acquisition of the Willcox/Cochise AZ KOA Holiday
Kampgrounds of America, Inc. (KOA) congratulates Gerry and Clarissa Hodges, as well as Jeremy and Irene King, on the acquisition of…
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US Economy Grows 3.8% in Upgraded Q2 Report
According to a report from the Associated Press, an uptick in consumer spending helped the U.S. economy expand at a…
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Grounded Launches C1 Hybrid Mobile Command Center
Grounded, the Detroit-based modular EV startup founded by former SpaceX engineers, today announced the launch of the C1, one of…
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Great Alaskan Holidays Names New Shop Foreman
Great Alaskan Holidays, Alaska’s largest RV rental, sales and service company, announced the promotion of Josh Miranda to shop foreman.…
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Convention Workshop Addresses AI Potential in Dealership Workspace
During a workshop at the upcoming RV Dealers Convention/Expo in Las Vegas, a panel of experts will explain how dealers…
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Dragonfly Secures Patent for Charge Control Technology
Dragonfly Energy, makers of Battle Born Batteries, secured a U.S. patent for its Wakespeed Charge Control technology, scaling charging power…
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Fed Reserve Chair Signals ‘Cautious Approach’ to Interest Rate Cuts
The following is a report from the Associated Press. Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell on Tuesday signaled a cautious approach…
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Elkhart County Foundation Surpasses $500M in Assets
The Community Foundation of Elkhart County has reached a historic milestone, reporting $502 million in total assets at the close…
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Ford Towing Bootcamp Coming to Elkhart in October
The Ford Towing Bootcamp will be coming to Elkhart, Indiana, from Oct. 16-18 at the RV/MV Hall of Fame. An…
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Bob Martin ‘More Confident Than Ever’ in THOR Q4, Full Year Financials
THOR Industries announced financial results for its fiscal 2025 fourth quarter and full year ended July 31. “We are very…
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Day 2 at Elkhart’s Open House Kicks Off With Enthusiasm
Enthusiastic crowds gathered this morning for two well-attended events — the RV Women’s Alliance’s annual breakfast at the RV/MH Hall…
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Torklift Announces New TailoredHitch for Airstream Basecamp Trailers
Torklift announced the launch of the TailoredHitch for Airstream Basecamp travel trailers, one of the first custom-fit, rear bumper receiver hitches…
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Air Lift Co. Launches LoadLifter 5000 Ultimate With Air Spring Cradles
Aftermarket air suspension manufacturer Air Lift Company announced the release of its LoadLifter 5000 Ultimate with Air Spring Cradles for…
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Genesis Products Delivers Ultra Lightweight Interior for Coachmen RVEX
Genesis Products Inc., a leading manufacturer of RV interior components, announced it is proud to support the launch of the…
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Rob Gronkowski Teams Up With Go RVing
Go RVing recently teamed up with NFL superstar Rob Gronkowski, one of America’s most beloved football stars of all time,…
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OHI Brings Back Exclusive Hosted Buyer Program at OHCE 2025
The Outdoor Hospitality Conference & Expo (OHCE) is bringing back one of its most sought-after experiences: the Hosted Buyer Program,…
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RVDA Con/Expo Workshop To Cover How To Boost Dealership Fixed Ops Profits
Ken Barnes, an experienced fixed ops veteran and director of sales for DealerPRO RV Training, will unveil how to boost…
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Elkhart Open House Kicks Off With a Positive Outlook
Cloudy skies and the threat of rain loomed over the first day of Open House in Elkhart, Indiana, Sept. 22.…
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THOR Debuts Range Extended Electric Class A
THOR Industries, Inc. said it solidified its position as the RV industry innovation leader by introducing the world’s first range…
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Super Lawyers Con/Expo Workshops on How To Prevent, Defend Against Litigation
A pair of workshops slated for the upcoming RV Dealers Convention/Expo in Las Vegas — including the popular annual Super…
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RVDA Con/Expo Vendor Training +Plus Sessions Aim To Drive Growth, Innovation
More than 30 Vendor Training +Plus sessions are scheduled for the 2025 RV Dealers Convention/Expo, offering dealership professionals the opportunity…
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Noovo Debuts Its First All-Wheel Drive Luxury Camper Van
Noovo, a premium camper van builder, debuted the Noovo Next — its first-ever all-wheel drive model, built on the powerful…
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RVTI Highlights Tech Career Path at Annual CTE Conference
The RV Technical Institute (RVTI) attended the Association for Career and Technical Education’s Region 2 Annual Conference, which took place…
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Coachmen RV Introduces RVEX All-Electric Class B
Coachmen RV, a division of Forest River Inc., announced the upcoming release of the RVEX, its first all-electric Class B…
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NHTSA Lists Weekly Recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued the following weekly vehicular recalls: Forest River Inc. is recalling certain 2025-2026…
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Firefly Integrations Unveils Firefly Spark
Firefly Integrations announced its Firefly Spark, a modern multiplex control system engineered for RV manufacturers that replaces legacy analog switch…
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Forest River Bus & Van Awarded Patent for ‘Gamechanger’ Door
Forest River Bus & Van, a division of Forest River, announced that its Gamechanger rear curbside lift door, designed for…
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Go RVing Trends To Know: Townsizing
Go RVing released its Monthly Trends Report, this month with findings on townsizing, a growing travel trend that is not…
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Care Camps Foundation To Feature on Lifetime TV’s Designing Spaces of Hope
Care Camps Foundation, a national nonprofit organization that funds pediatric oncology camps across the United States and Canada, announced it…
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Renogy Expands Dealer Network, Introduces Feedback Program
Off-grid power solutions supplier Renogy has rolled out a new installer and technician feedback program to complement its in-house testing,…
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Battle Born Batteries To Host Dealer & Installer Training Summit
Dragonfly Energy will host its inaugural “Battle Born Power Up: Dealer and Installer Training Summit” at the company’s Reno, Nevada,…
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Canton/East Sparta KOA Holiday Celebrates 50 Years
Some love stories start with candlelit dinners. For others, like Leo and Carol Soehnlen, it began with a horseback riding…
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Sobel University Enhances Long-Standing Service To Meet Dealer Demand
Sobel University announced the evolution of its second longest-running product with the expansion of Preferred Client Services. These changes are…
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Rixen’s Enterprises Teams Up With Grover
Rixen’s Enterprises, a family-owned business servicing the RV and marine markets, announced it is working to improve all aspects of…
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Woes at the Pump for West Coast Drivers
The following was reported by the American Automobile Association (AAA). Pacific Northwest drivers, who already pay some of the highest…
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SDG Launches backpAC, an All-DC Powered HVAC System
SDG has unveiled the backpAC, a patent-pending, all-DC powered HVAC system purpose-built for overland vans, RVs and specialty vehicles, according…
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AWAKEN RV Withdraws From Elkhart Open House
AWAKEN RV announced Sept. 17 its decision to withdraw from this year’s Elkhart RV Open House. The company had originally…
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Outdoor Hospitality Conference & Expo Agenda Now Available
The full agenda for OHI’s Outdoor Hospitality Conference & Expo (OHCE) is now available. Attendees can review the lineup of…
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Priority One & Lightspeed Announce Integration
Priority One Financial Services, a virtual F&I company for marine, RV, trailer and equipment dealers, recently announced an integration with…
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Thor Motor Coach Prepares To Unveil Latest Models at Open House
Thor Motor Coach will unveil its latest 2026 models at this year’s THOR Industries Open House Show in Elkhart, Indiana,…
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Jayco Expands Renewable Energy Efforts in Idaho
Jayco Family of Companies has partnered with Solscient Energy LLC to complete a large-scale rooftop solar system at its Plant…
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RVIA Reports: Commerce Department Considers More Steel & Aluminum Tariffs
The Commerce Department’s Bureau of Industry and Security announced in a federal notice that it is opening a comment period as…
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Fed Approves Interest Rate Cut, Expects Two More Cuts This Year
This is an excerpt from an article from CNBC.com. The Federal Reserve on Sept.17 approved a widely anticipated rate cut…
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Safe-Guard Opens New Greenville Service Operations Center
Safe-Guard Products International, LLC, a platform for private label protection products for the automotive, RV, marine and powersports industries, has…
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East to West RV Introduces the Acclaim Travel Trailer
East to West RV, a division of Forest River, Inc., has announced the launch of its newest travel trailer line,…
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WFCO Unveils RV Intelligence Product: the Power Pro Companion
WFCO, a producer of RV power solutions, announced the launch of Companion, a new technology within the Power Pro product…
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RMS Enters Partnership With SiteMinder’s Smart Platform
RMS, a hospitality platform for hotels, serviced apartments, vacation rentals, and outdoor accommodations, has announced a partnership with SiteMinder to deliver…
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Arizon Launches Off-Grid Multi APEX Edition
Arizon Off-Grid has developed a new power control system for Australia’s caravan manufacturers and adventurers: The Off-Grid Multi APEX Edition.…
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Ripley PR Launches New Division for RV & Outdoor Travel Brands
Ripley PR, a global public relations agency, announced the launch of Adventure PR, a new division created to elevate adventure…
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RV & Boat Storage Reaches Crisis Levels; Opportunities Exist
The gap between RV and boat storage demand and supply continues to widen as inventory of outdoor recreational vehicles increases, but…
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