Lightspeed, a leading dealer management solution for the recreation and marine industries, announced the winners of the 2026 RV Dealer RECT (Repair Event Cycle Time) Excellence Awards, RV Innovator of the Year Award and OEM Integration Excellence Award. The honors were presented during the Spotlight on Excellence Luncheon at the RVDA Convention/Expo in Las Vegas, held Nov. 9-13.
Each year, Lightspeed recognizes dealerships and manufacturers that set the benchmark for service efficiency, innovation and customer experience. The 2026 recipients exemplify what’s possible when technology, teamwork and commitment to excellence come together to move the RV industry forward, Lightspeed said.
2026 RECT & Innovation Award Winners:
- Most Improved RECT Award – Primeaux RV.
- RECT Performance Excellence Award – Royal RV & Auto Center
- Fast Track Service Award (Single-Location Dealer) – Rich & Sons RV Headquarters
- RECT Leadership Award (Dealer Group) – Bobby Combs RV
- 2026 OEM Award Winners:
- RV Innovator of the Year Award – Forest River
- OEM Integration Excellence Award – THOR Industries
“Spending time with dealers this year has reinforced something I believe strongly: great dealerships don’t happen by accident. They’re built through strong leadership, disciplined processes and teams committed to getting better every day,” said Brian Provost, CEO of Lightspeed. “This year’s award winners are outstanding examples of that commitment. From the dealerships making measurable improvements in service efficiency to manufacturer partners like Forest River and THOR Industries that are helping move our industry forward, each is setting an example for others to follow. We’re proud to recognize their achievements and to play a part in their continued success.”
The Lightspeed RECT Excellence Awards are based on dealership data and performance metrics that measure repair event efficiency and service turnaround times. The OEM Awards recognize manufacturers that demonstrate outstanding collaboration, innovation and commitment to improving the dealer and customer experience.
To learn more about Lightspeed’s commitment to the RV industry, visit lightspeeddms.com/industries/rv .
