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Rescue-Ranger Granted Patent for DEF Head Sensor Simulator Technology
Rescue-Ranger has been granted U.S. Patent No. 12,723,533 B1 by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) for technology…
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NHTSA Lists Weekly Recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued the following weekly vehicular recalls: Jayco, Inc. is recalling eight 2027…
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RVIA: Canadian Retaliatory Tariffs Now in Effect
On Aug. 25, the Department of Finance Canada published the full list of products subject to its retaliatory tariffs, effective…
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Forest River Announces Todd Martin’s Retirement, Leadership Transitions
Forest River Inc. announced that longtime Puma General Manager Todd Martin will retire Oct. 2, concluding a career in the…
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Ember RVs Touts ‘Major’ 2027 Product Debuts Ahead of Upcoming Events
Ember Recreational Vehicles is preparing a significant 2027 model year rollout featuring new floorplans and dozens of owner- and dealer-driven…
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NRVTA Names Ron Burns as New School Director
The National RV Training Academy (NRVTA) has named Ron Burns its new school director. Burns brings leadership experience spanning the…
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Rossmönster Partners With Oregon-Based Johnson RV
Rossmönster has officially joined forces with Johnson RV, one of the nation’s top RV dealerships, to bring Rossmönster’s signature line…
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PleasureLand RV Donates Cargo Trailer to Military & Veterans Museum
PleasureLand RV announced it is proud to support the new Minnesota Military & Veterans Museum through the donation of a…
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TeamNavX Names Two to RV Industry Talent Recruitment Leadership
TeamNavX, a talent acquisition and leadership development firm serving the RV industry, announced that Chris Belair has joined the company…
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DRV Luxury Suites Announces Return of Mobile Suites Brand
DRV Luxury Suites announced the return of Mobile Suites, ushering one of the RV industry’s most iconic luxury fifth wheel…
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Ultra Fab Launches New Aluminum Tow Bar Lineup
Ultra‑Fab Products announced the launch of its new lineup of premium aluminum tow bars. Available in 8,000- and 12,000-pound capacities…
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Scout Campers, SITKA Gear Team Up on Limited-Edition Truck Camper
According to a press release shared by Overland Expo, SITKA Gear and Scout Campers have teamed up to create a…
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Pre-Owned RV Market Sees Seasonal Softening, NPA Says
The RV market has moved out of the peak summer selling season and into its traditional fall cooldown, and wholesale…
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Lithia & Driveway Invests $500K in Over 200 Youth Nonprofits
Lithia & Driveway (LAD), parent company of Airstream Adventures, announced the company is investing $500,000 in more than 200 nonprofit…
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Stellantis Appoints Senior Leadership in Communications, Public Policy
Stellantis announced two senior leadership appointments, effective Sept. 1, strengthening the company’s communications and public policy leadership. Stephanie Hartgrove has…
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AL-KO VT Unveils New Maneuvering System
AL-KO Vehicle Technology Group, which recently consolidated its brand identity under the name AL-KO VT, is expanding its portfolio with…
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RV Designer Introduces Vinyl Insert Trim ‘Cube’ Display
A key category within replacement hardware is vinyl insert trim. RV owners regularly replace OE installed trim with fresh coils…
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AP: Hiring Burst in August Puts Focus Back on US Inflation
The U.S. job market rebounded in August as employers added a surprising 162,000 jobs, The Associated Press reported on Friday.…
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AAA: Labor Day on Track To Set Record at the Pump
Labor Day weekend travelers are facing the highest gas prices ever for this time of year. The national average is $4.14, up 4 cents…
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Keystone RV Details Life-Saving Care Following Employee’s Cardiac Event
When Keystone RV employee Pat Moran suffered a massive heart attack and collapsed at work, his Plant 2 coworkers responded…
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Blue Compass, Make-A-Wish Hold ‘Historic’ RV Giveaway
Blue Compass RV, the nation’s fastest-growing RV retailer with over 100 locations in 31 states, partnered with Make-A-Wish Central &…
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OHI Scholarship Winners Announced for National School of Outdoor Hospitality
The OHI Foundation announced the recipients of this year’s scholarships for the George O’Leary National School of Outdoor Hospitality. “These scholarships…
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RVWA Unveils 2026 Educational Symposium Speaker Lineup
The RV Women’s Alliance (RVWA) is returning with another stellar speaker lineup for its fifth annual Educational Symposium this Oct. 14-15…
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Virtual Guard’s Live Remote Monitoring Stops Attempted RV Theft
Virtual Guard, a remote video monitoring and proactive security company, foiled an attempted RV theft in real time after its…
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Caravan Salon Sees Emerging ‘Eco-Living’ Tech in Concept RV
The following was reported by New Atlas. Building upon the foundation it laid with last year’s E.Home Eco, Dethleffs is…
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Tiffin Motorhomes To Debut New Luxury Brand at Hershey RV Show
Tiffin Motorhomes announced that Cornerstone Luxury Coach, a new standalone luxury motorhome brand based in Red Bay, Alabama, will see…
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Industry Leaders Launch New GMI Resource
As grounding monitor interrupters (GMIs) become a required safety feature in new 30-amp and 50-amp RVs beginning with Model Year…
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Early-Bird Registration for 2026 RV Dealers Con/Expo Ends Sept. 3
RV dealers have until Thursday, Sept. 3, to take advantage of early-bird registration rates for the 2026 RV Dealers Convention/Expo,…
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Go RVing Announces 2027 Ultimate RV Tailgate Details
Go RVing announced it is bringing the freedom and comfort of RVing straight to the tailgate for a second year…
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Valterra Unveils Silverback Tote Tank Sanitation Solution
Dometic’s Valterra has introduced the Silverback Tote Tank, a premium sanitation solution reimagined around how RVers actually use it. Developed…
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RV Lifestyle: Dolly Parton Was One of Us
The following is an excerpt from an article from RV Lifestyle by Mike Wendland highlighting Dolly Parton’s time spent RVing.…
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The Headrest Safe Co. To Attend America’s Largest RV Show
The Headrest Safe Co. creator of the ultimate discreet vehicle safe storage system, announced it will attend America’s Largest RV…
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Meyer Distributing Announces Addition of Blu Technology
Meyer Distributing, a leader in RV, towing, trailering, marine, and automotive specialty products and distribution, announced the addition of Blu…
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Fogatti Displays RV Products at Caravan Salon Düsseldorf 2026
Fogatti is on the show floor at Caravan Salon Düsseldorf 2026, which runs through Sept. 6 at Messe Düsseldorf. The…
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Care Camps Foundation Announces Leadership Transition
Care Camps Foundation announced that Executive Director Gwynn Sullivan will retire, effective Sept. 30, after four years leading the nonprofit.…
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CRVA Reports 18% Wholesale Shipment Increase in Canada’s Q2
The Canadian Recreational Vehicle Association (CRVA) reported that RV wholesale shipments into Canada for the second quarter ending June 30…
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Video: Grand Design Unveils New Brand Platform Spotlighting ‘Connection’
Grand Design RV unveiled “All Roads Lead to This,” a new brand platform that challenges the RV industry’s long-running focus…
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Alliance RV To Host Public for 2026 Open House Event
Alliance RV, parent company to Midwest Automotive Designs, announced that its 2026 Open House will be open to the public…
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Meyer’s RV Superstores Acquires Northeast’s White Horse RV Center
Meyer’s RV Superstores, one of the Northeast’s largest family-owned and operated RV dealership groups, has announced the acquisition of White…
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Pleasure-Way Promotes John Mattern to General Manager
Pleasure-Way Industries announced the promotion of John Mattern to general manager, effective Sept. 1. Mattern has been with Pleasure-Way for…
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Kansas’ Goodland KOA Journey Celebrates 60th Anniversary
Kampgrounds of America, Inc. (KOA) announced that the Goodland KOA Journey is celebrating a remarkable milestone in 2026: 60 years…
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RVDA Con/Expo Sets Partners in Progress Meeting Schedule
The RV Dealers Association (RVDA) has announced the schedule for seven Partners of Progress (POP) meetings during the 2026 RV…
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Trump Administration Faces Pushback on National Park Privatization
According to a recent report from CNN, a plan being considered by the Trump administration to allow a developer to…
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Cummins Taps New VP of Financial Planning, Capital Management & Investor Relations
Cummins Inc. announced the appointment of James Hopkins to the newly created role of vice president – financial planning, capital…
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Demco Adds USB Power Capability to Wireless CoachLink
Demco Products announced a rolling change to its Wireless CoachLink for Demco Air Force One and Stay-IN-Play DUO braking systems,…
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SuperSprings, B&W Trailer Hitches Partner on Fifth Wheel to Gooseneck Adapter
SuperSprings International and B&W Trailer Hitches have announced a new partnership surrounding B&W’s Fifth Wheel to Gooseneck Adapter, a jointly…
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Video: Huntington Bank Discusses Inflation, Consumer Confidence & More
Each week, Huntington Bank‘s chief investment office shares “The Three Things We Learned This Week” — their perspective on three…
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OHI Brings Back Takeaway Tours to OHCE 2026
If you’ve ever wanted to see and experience another park’s operations firsthand, OHI Takeaway Tours were built for you, OHI…
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BLUETTI Showcases Outdoor Vehicle & RV Power Solutions in Abu Dhabi
BLUETTI, a global provider of clean energy solutions, is making its debut at the Abu Dhabi International Hunting and Equestrian…
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Fun Town RV Names Jason Lippert CEO
Fun Town RV, one of the nation’s largest family-owned recreational vehicle dealership groups, announced that Jason Lippert has been named…
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Caravan Salon Underway in Germany, Spotlights Current Market Trends
Officially underway starting Aug. 28, CARAVAN SALON DÜSSELDORF 2026 is welcoming an expected 270,000 visitors from more than 80 countries.…
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Niagara Trailers’ John Petrie Named 2026 Ontario RV Dealer of the Year
The following was shared by the Niagara-on-the-Lake Local. Niagara Trailers announced that John Petrie has been named the 2026 Ontario…
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Amid Elevated US Inflation, Fed Chair Signals Rate Hikes May be Needed
The following is an Associated Press report. Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh said Friday that inflation is still too high…
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Airxcel Consolidates MCD Innovations, Relocates Operations to Elkhart
Airxcel Inc. announced the consolidation and relocation of MCD Innovations Inc. (MCD) operations from McKinney, Texas to Elkhart, Indiana. The high-quality…
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Laurelhurst Distributors To Host Open House Event in October
Laurelhurst Distributors will host its open house event on Friday, Oct. 9, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. This year,…
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GEN-Y Hitch Launches New Modular Headache Rack
GEN-Y Hitch announced the official launch of the DEFIANCE Headache Rack — an all-aluminum cab protection system engineered to deliver…
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KOA Welcomes Kimbolton/Rocky Fork Ranch to Campground Family
Kampgrounds of America, Inc. (KOA) welcomed Kimbolton / Rocky Fork Ranch KOA Holiday, owned and operated by Travel Resorts of…
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Jayco Golf Outing Raises $55K for Charity
Jayco Family of Companies, a leader in the recreational vehicle industry, held its second annual charity golf outing on Friday,…
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Soaring Eagle Unveils Western-Themed Truck Camper Line
Wakarusa, Indiana based Soaring Eagle Campers, manufacturer of ultra-lightweight, all-aluminum and composite constructed truck campers, announced a new line of…
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Straight Line RV & Boat Announces Grand Opening of New Arizona Facility
Straight Line RV & Boat, a leader in RV, boat, emergency vehicle and oversize vehicle collision repair and paint services,…
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AP: US Consumer Confidence Falls to Lowest Level in 7 Months
Americans’ confidence in the economy declined again this month as the ongoing conflict in Iran continued to push U.S. gasoline…
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RV Industry Association Welcomes New Inspector
The RV Industry Association (RVIA) welcomed Anthony Hasse as its new inspector. The RV Industry Association’s Standards program is one…
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RV Rentals Are for More Than Camping, RVezy Says
For decades, RVs have been synonymous with camping trips, campfires and weekends by the lake. But there are a growing…
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RV Caucus Event Highlights Key Legislative Priorities
Last week, on Wednesday, Aug. 19, the RV Industry Association (RVIA)’s Government Affairs team elevated the industry’s policy objectives at…
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New Orleans KOA Holiday Celebrates 50th Anniversary
Kampgrounds of America (KOA) is celebrating the 50th anniversary of New Orleans KOA Holiday. Owners Michael and Deborah Dunn will commemorate…
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Leisure Travel Vans Announces 2026 Triple Diamond Dealers
Leisure Travel Vans (LTV) announced the recipients of its 2026 Triple Diamond Dealer program. The Triple Diamond Dealer program recognizes…
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SylvanSport Launches New VIRE Travel Trailer
SylvanSport introduced its all-new VIRE, a next-generation travel trailer built for two who want a smarter, more considered way to…
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RVDA of Canada: No Change to US Motorhome Tariff or Remission Treatment
The Recreational Vehicle Dealers Association (RVDA) of Canada stated Tuesday that it has been closely monitoring the latest changes to…
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Best Places To Camp With Dogs, According to The Dyrt
The Dyrt, an app to get the best campsites, built by the largest RVing and camping community in the U.S.,…
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RVDA Con/Expo Session To Show How F&I Strengthens the Entire Dealership
F&I can play a much larger role in dealership performance when sales, finance and service work together throughout the customer…
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Australian Q2 RV Market Report Shows Imports Gaining Ground
Retain Media’s Q2 2026 RV Market Brand Consideration Report, which tracked more than 2.2 million searches across 139 RV brands…
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MRCOOL TravelCool Offers Residential-Grade Climate Control for RVers
MRCOOL, an innovator of DIY ductless heating and cooling systems, is bringing its “Comfort Made Simple” philosophy to the open…
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Texas-Based RV Business Tech Partners With Payarc
Payarc, a partner-first payments platform, announced a partnership with RV Business Tech, a Galveston, Texas-based all-in-one technology provider built specifically…
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Last Call: Nominate Young Leaders for RV PRO’s 40 Under 40
Nominations for the 40 Under 40 Class of 2026 are open until Thursday, Aug. 27, by midnight CT for consideration.…
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July Wholesale Shipments Near 20K Units, Down 11.9% From 2025
Results for the RV Industry Association (RVIA)’s July 2026 survey of manufacturers found that total RV shipments ended the month…
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Tariff Update: Canada Releases Retaliatory List Effective Sept. 8
On Aug. 25, the Department of Finance Canada published the full list of products subject to its retaliatory tariffs, effective…
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RVIA: 23M Americans Planning To RV This Fall
The following was shared in the RV Industry Association (RVIA)’s News & Insights report. As Americans look towards Labor Day…
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NRVTA Acquired by Heavy Equipment Colleges of America
Heavy Equipment Colleges of America (HEC) announced that it has acquired the National RV Training Academy (NRVTA), a nationally recognized…
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Michael L. Russo, Delmar Motor Coach President, Dies at 86
Michael L. “Iron Mike” Russo, the former president of Delmar Motor Coach who also worked at Eclipse Van Conversion, died…
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Airstream Touts Past Quarter’s 43 Top-Performing Dealers
Airstream has recognized 43 top-performing dealers through its Five Rivet Dealer Standard Program. The recognition honors dealer partners who demonstrate…
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Redodo Debuts ‘Go Light’ Slogan, Promotes Lightweight Power Solutions
LiFePO₄ battery brand Redodo officially announced its “Go Light” slogan and “Go Light, Be Free” brand mission, while continuing to…
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RVDA Con/Expo To Spotlight Rapidious Pricing & Market Intelligence
Why do some RVs sell quickly while seemingly similar units remain in inventory for months? One factor may be how…
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Hipcamp Announces the 2026 US Hipcamp Awards Winners
Hipcamp, a leading app for finding and booking the world’s most exceptional campsites, today announced the winners of the 2026…
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US Imposes 50% Tariffs on Certain Canadian Goods Following Failed Negotiations
On Saturday, Aug. 22, the United States imposed 50% tariffs on $20 billion worth of Canadian goods, the RV Industry…
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Forest River, Care Camps Foundation Launch ‘Compete for Kids Canada’
Forest River Inc., in founding partnership with Care Camps Foundation, is bringing the Compete for Kids fundraising campaign to Canada,…
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General RV To Host Sneak Peek, Test Drives of New Winnebago Models
General RV announced it has teamed up with Winnebago to give the public an exclusive first look at two new…
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AAA: Cruises, National Parks & European Cities Top Labor Day Trends
As summer comes to an end, many travelers are taking advantage of the last long holiday weekend of the season.…
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Ultrafabrics Releases New Research on Upholstery’s Role in Seating Comfort
Ultrafabrics, a global leader in high-performance coated fabrics and leather alternatives, has released findings from comparative testing conducted by the FILK Freiberg…
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Scott Fontaine Joins Black Book as VP, Head of Residual Strategy
Black Book, provider of data, analytics and market intelligence, announced the appointment of Scott Fontaine as vice president, head of…
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ORR Issues Statement Regarding USDA’s Proposed Forest Service Access Rule
The Outdoor Recreation Roundtable Association, representing the $1.3 trillion outdoor recreation economy and 5.2 million American jobs, issued the following…
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NHTSA Lists Weekly Recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued the following weekly vehicular recall: Rossmonster Vans is recalling certain 2026…
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Gulf Stream Coach Celebrates Employees & Families at Company Picnic
Gulf Stream Coach celebrated the people behind its products Saturday, welcoming more than 600 employees and family members to attend…
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US Court of International Trade Upholds De Minimis Suspension
The United States Court of International Trade (CIT) has rejected a challenge to President Donald Trump’s suspension of the longstanding…
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New Atlas: Motsmann Engineering’s Camper Cube Fuses Tiny Trailer Types
A recent report C. C. Weiss of New Atlas highlights the Motsmann Engineering Outranger all-molded fiberglass camper. The following is…
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RV Technical Institute Completes Spanish Pilot Program
The RV Technical Institute (RVTI) has officially completed its Level 1 Spanish Exam Pilot Program. The pilot provided valuable insight…
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voAIce Corporation Appoints Jason Barber as CRO
voAIce Corporation announced the appointment of automotive veteran Jason Barber as its new chief revenue officer (CRO). In this role,…
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American Technology Components Receives Greater Elkhart Chamber Fairbanks Award
American Technology Components Inc. (ATC) has received the Fairbanks Award from the Greater Elkhart Chamber of Commerce Business Recognition Council, recognizing…
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AAA: High Crude Oil Prices Push Up National Average
The national average for a gallon of regular gasoline is up 3 cents from last week at $4.10, which marks…
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US ITC Votes Affirmative for Duties on Hardwood & Decorative Plywood
On Aug. 19, the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) released the result of its vote in the antidumping and countervailing…
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Video: Blue Compass RV CEO Joins Fox’s ‘Mornings With Maria’
Blue Compass RV’s CEO Jon Ferrando recently joined Fox Business’ “Mornings with Maria” to discuss the economic footprint of the…
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