General RV Center has teamed with Brinkley RV to exclusively bring Brinkley’s new Model Z luxury fifth wheel to the 2023 Florida RV SuperShow in Tampa Jan. 18-22 at the Florida State Fairgrounds.
General said it’s part of its ongoing efforts to partner with innovative industry leaders who cater directly to customer needs.
As the first fifth wheel created by Brinkley, the Model Z was designed by RV campers for RV campers. The mid-sized luxury fifth wheel is in a class of its own, its maker said. After debuting the prototype, the RV went on a maiden voyage across the country and during that 30-day road trip, Micah Staley, Brinkley co-owner and Model Z lead designer, stopped at campsites throughout the 6,200-mile journey getting feedback on how to improve the coach’s design and functionality. After the first road trip, the company made more than 250 refinements to the Model Z’s design, functionality and durability.
“Three more prototypes, a few more road trips, and dozens of tests concluded the research and development phase resulting in a Model Z that is ready for customers,” Brinkley RV said.
The Model Z offers spacious living areas, residential-style appliances and plenty of floorplan options, Brinkley said. Some fifth wheel models have up to six slideouts and practical features like separated bedrooms, outdoor kitchens and two bathrooms.
“We are excited about this new relationship with Brinkley RV and the shared commitment we have to bring the most forward-focused products and best service to our customers,” said General RV Center President Loren Baidas.
Brinkley RV, which was formed by five RV industry-manufacturing leaders, was founded in 2022 and is headquartered in Goshen, Indiana. With a focus on recreating the RV experience for dealers and customers, Brinkley’s team proactively seeks customer input on each design from floorplans to cutting-edge technologies.
“As owners of the company, many of us have been doing business with General RV for decades. Their dedication to the customer through continuous improvement and a growth mindset made partnering with them a natural fit,” said Ryan Thwaits, Co-Owner of Brinkley RV. “We are honored they chose to launch and carry Brinkley RV at all of their dealerships; this is a testament to the mutual trust General RV and Brinkley RV have in each other.”
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