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LKQ Corp. Appoints Andrew Clarke to Board of Directors
LKQ Corp. announced the appointment of Andrew Clarke to the company’s board of directors as a new independent director, effective…
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RVWA To Celebrate Women’s Equality Day at RVTI
The RV Women’s Alliance (RVWA), in partnership with the RV Technical Institute (RVTI), the RV Industry Association (RVIA) and the…
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Caravan Salon ’24 Organizers Release Full Program
From Aug. 30 to Sept. 8, the Caravan Salon trade fair in Düsseldorf, Germany, will again be the meeting platform…
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Discounts & Upgraded Amenities Help Boost Camper Stays, Study Finds
The following is a report from Modern Campground. A new study released by Modern Campground, in partnership with Cairn Consulting…
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NHTSA Lists Weekly Recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued the following weekly vehicular recalls: Forest River is recalling certain 2024 Forest River…
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SylvanSport Debuts New Product Line for 20th Anniversary
SylvanSport, the Brevard, North Carolina-based manufacturer of adventure travel trailers, pop-up campers, rooftop tents and outdoor gear, is celebrating its…
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Winnebago, Habitat for Humanity Elkhart Partner on New Home
The following is a report from the Elkhart Truth. Habitat for Humanity of Elkhart County celebrated a groundbreaking ceremony Wednesday,…
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FMCA to Host Upcoming Oregon Event
Members of FMCA (Family Motor Coach Association), the world’s largest nonprofit association for RV owners, will gather in Redmond, Oregon,…
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Enrollment Deadline Approaching for Virtual Sales Training
Sobel University has extended enrollment for the Comprehensive Sales Course scheduled Aug. 5-9. This will be the last virtual course…
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Video: Alliance RV Spotlights Lamination Plant
Alliance RV released a new behind-the-scenes video tour of its lamination plant. “Join our exclusive tour to witness top-tier innovation…
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AAA: Pump Prices Reflect Summer Doldrums
The national average for a gallon of gas fell four cents to $3.50 since last week. The likely cause is…
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Hipcamp, Subaru Launch 10 ‘Classic American Roadtrip Routes’
Hipcamp, a leading campsite booking company, in partnership with Subaru of America, announced a resource of 10 electric vehicle-ready road…
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Renogy Partners With Priority RV Network on Off-Grid Solutions
Renogy, a renewable energy off-grid solutions provider, announced a strategic partnership with Priority RV Network (PRVN), North America’s largest network…
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Dometic Q2 Reports Strong Cash Flow, Increased Margin
Dometic reported financial results for its second quarter. Note one Swedish Krona (SEK) is equivalent to $0.095. Key findings from…
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Encore RV Opens Manufacturing Facility Following Fire Destruction
Encore RV announced the grand opening of its new manufacturing facility. The milestone comes after the unfortunate fire that affected…
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Escapees RV Club Transitions Management to Harvest Hosts
Escapees RV Club, an organization for RVers with 70,000 members, announced Harvest Hosts will take over the management and operations…
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GoCamp Appoints Tyler Duke as CEO
GoCamp, a subsidiary of Storyteller Overland and leader in the camper van rental industry, has named Tyler Duke its new…
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More Than 16K Attend Overland Expo Pacific Northwest
Overland Expo Pacific Northwest, the second in the series of premier U.S. consumer events, continued its momentum with the recent Overland Expo…
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Brown & Brown Named Among Best Workplaces for Millennials
Brown & Brown’s J. Powell Brown, president and CEO, and Julie Turpin, chief people officer, announced that Great Place To…
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RVIA Survey: Impact of PFAS on the RV Industry
PFAS, commonly referred to as “forever chemicals,” are quickly being regulated at state and federal levels. As discussed during the…
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Go RVing Trends Report Spotlights Short-Form Videos
The following is a News & Insights report from the RV Industry Association. Short-form videos offer the highest return on investment and…
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RVTI, Blue Compass Continue Focus on Service Tech Recruitment
The following is a News & Insights report from the RV Industry Association. Earlier this week, the RV Technical Institute…
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Last Call for OHI’s OHCE2024 Early Bird Pricing
The Outdoor Hospitality Industry (OHI)’s Outdoor Hospitality Conference & Expo (OHCE) is quickly approaching, and time is running out for…
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Dragonfly Editorial Updates Policy on Ethical AI Use
Dragonfly Editorial‘s President Samantha Enslen announced an updated policy on the company’s usage of artificial intelligence (AI) tools. “As we spend…
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Heartland RV Makes Executive Team Changes
Heartland RVs announced it has made strategic changes to its executive team for the coming 2025 model year. Heartland has…
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RVDA Con/Expo Workshops To Cover Dealership ‘Best Practices’
The RV Dealers Association (RVDA) announced that industry consultant Valerie Ziebron will be presenting a trio of workshops at the…
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Video: The Right To Repair Act: What Should Dealers Do?
Dealer consultant Tom Kline, owner of Better Vantage Point, joins Ed Roberts, COO of Bozard Ford, and host Brandon Barnett…
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Eberspächer To Exhibit at ’24 Caravan Salon
Eberspächer announced that it will be showcasing products for electric and conventional drives at this year’s Caravan Salon in Duesseldorf,…
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Storable Releases Corporate Social Responsibility Report
Storable, a provider of integrated technology solutions for the self-storage, RV and marine industries, has released its latest Corporate Social…
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‘RVing in New England’ Hosts Open Mic Night
The Weekly Facebook Live show RVing in New England, hosted by the New England RV Dealers Association (NERVDA), was scheduled…
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RVIA: ‘De Minimis’ Trade Issue Moving on Capitol Hill
The following is a News & Insights report from the RV Industry Association (RVIA). The RV aftermarket trade – manufacturers, suppliers,…
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KZ RV Names Angelia Peterson Director of Marketing
KZ RV announced the appointment of Angelia Peterson as its new director of marketing and communications. With over 20 years…
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Torklift Launches Internal Frame-Mounted Payload Anchors
Torklift International announced the launch of its latest product — the ApexAnchors Internal Frame-Payload Anchor system, with new turnbuckle designs to…
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Aqua-Hot Partners With Escapod on Heating System Training
Aqua-Hot, an Airxcel brand, has partnered with Escapod to provide its Gen1 heating system on Escapod’s TOPO2 Voyager. The Gen1…
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Rotary Releases Air-Hydraulic Lifting Table for Service Shops
Rotary, part of Vehicle Service Group (VSG), a Dover company, is expanding its vehicle service offerings with the release of…
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NTP-STAG’s Jennet Lewis on Dynamic Customer Service
The following is a profile from the RV Industry Association’s News & Insights report. Jennet Lewis, NTP-STAG’s director of U.S.…
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Fed More Convinced Inflation is Slowing to 2% Target
Chair Jerome Powell said Monday that the Federal Reserve is becoming more convinced that inflation is headed back to its…
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RVshare: RV Rental Popularity Growing for Events
RVshare, the largest community for RV owners and renters, said it is revolutionizing the way people experience large-scale events. With…
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Lippert Names New Directors in Strategic Promotions
Lippert Components, Inc. announced the promotion of two key leaders. Jason Hamood has been named director of fiberglass sales, while…
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KOA: Campers Prioritize Relationships & Personal Well-Being
Kampgrounds of America, Inc. (KOA) released its inaugural Outdoors & Wellness report as part of the annual Camping and Outdoor Hospitality Report…
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FMCA’s Executive Director, CEO Stepping Down
FMCA (Family Motor Coach Association), an international organization for RV owners, announced to its membership Sunday that Executive Director and…
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Cummins Releases Sustainability Progress Report
Cummins has published its latest annual Sustainability Progress Report, announcing advancements in the company’s efforts to fulfill its mission of…
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Tell RV PRO: Tips & Tricks for Navigating Open House
One of the biggest events in the RV industry is just around the corner, and RV PRO wants your help!…
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Noovo Expands Operations in Las Vegas
The following is a report from the Las Vegas Review Journal. A Las Vegas camper van manufacturer with French roots…
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Priority One Offering Prequalification for Customers
Priority One Financial Services announced it now provides customers the ability to prequalify for financing with no impact to their…
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Safe-Guard Announces Investment From Hellman & Friedman
Safe-Guard Products International, provider of branded protection products for the automotive, RV, powersports and marine industries, announced that it has closed…
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NHTSA Lists Weekly Recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued the following weekly vehicular recalls: Forest River Bus is recalling certain 2023-2024 Starcraft…
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RVTI Publishes 2023 Annual Report
The RV Technical Institute (RVTI) has released its 2023 annual report, which highlights its multifaceted efforts to address the growing…
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Video: GEN-Y Hitch Teases Collaboration With Mossy Oak
GEN-Y Hitch has released a teaser trailer video announcing its new collaboration with Mossy Oak. The company said to stay…
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DOE Awards Cummins’ Accelera $75M
Cummins announced that the company has been awarded $75 million to convert approximately 360,000 square feet of existing manufacturing space…
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OVR Partners With Monterey Motorsports Festival
OVR: Outdoor Vehicle Recreation, a media brand that focuses on vehicle-based outdoor adventure, will curate a wide variety of new,…
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Campers Challenged To Camp Clean
This June through October, the National Wildlife Federation and Johnson Outdoors are teaming up for the Great American Campout by encouraging people…
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AAA: Despite Hurricane & Record Holiday Travel, Gas Prices Barely Budge
The national average for a gallon of gas rose three cents to $3.54 from July 4. The slight nudge higher…
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Kube Teardrop Making Its Way to the US
Kimberley Kampers announced in May that its all-terrain-ready Kube camper trailer will be heading to the United States. The company’s…
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Grand Design Unveils Transferable Warranty Program
Grand Design RV has announced enhancements to its warranty program. The company’s three- and five-year warranties will now be fully…
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RVTI, Blue Compass To Partner for Tech Recruitment
The RV Technical Institute (RVTI) will be partnering with Blue Compass RV during the upcoming 2024 American School Counselor Conference.…
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European Caravan Federation Publishes Market Analysis
The following is a report from AboutCampBtoB.com. The European Caravan Federation has published an analysis of the leisure vehicle market…
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RVWA Opens 2025 Board Nominations
The RV Women’s Alliance (RVWA) announced that nominations are now open for board seats. This is a unique opportunity for…
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Toy Storage Nation To Host Sept. RV & Boat Storage Workshop
Toy Storage Nation (TSN) announced an Executive RV and Boat Storage Workshop to be held Sept. 27 in Naples, Florida.…
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Multiple RVs Catch Fire at Pete’s RV in Connecticut
The following is a report from South Windsor’s WTNH News 8. Multiple RVs and motor homes caught fire at Pete’s…
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Octane Completes $365M Asset-Backed Securitization
Octane announced that it has closed a $365 million securitization (“OCTL 2024-2”) collateralized by its fixed-rate installment powersports loans issued…
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Priority RV Network Appoints New Executive Director
Priority RV Network (PRVN) announced the appointment of Nicole Schantz as the new executive director, effective Aug. 1. Schantz brings…
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Grand Design Teams Up With The Headrest Safe Co.
Grand Design RV announced its partnership with The Headrest Safe Company, providers of discreet vehicle safe storage systems. The Headrest…
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700Credit Announces Integration Partnership With Pre-Pair
700Credit, a leading provider of credit reports, compliance solutions, soft pull, identity verification and fraud detection platforms, announced an alliance…
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Dealership Performance CRM Launches AI Feature
Dealership Performance 360 CRM (DP360 CRM), an industry expert in customer relationship management (CRM), announced the launch of its new…
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Dragonfly Energy Partners With Canada’s Largest RV Dealer
Dragonfly Energy Holdings Corp., maker of Battle Born Batteries, announced the strengthening of its presence in the Canadian market through…
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RV Pocket Tech Joins RVDA As Associate Member
RV Pocket Tech, an app dedicated to enhancing the efficiency and accuracy of RV technicians, announced its new status as…
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‘RVing in New England’ Talks Weather, RV Purchasing
The Weekly Facebook Live show RVing in New England, hosted by the New England RV Dealers Association (NERVDA), was scheduled…
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Fed Chair Powell: Cooling US Job Market Signals Possible Rate Cut
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell on Wednesday reinforced a message that the Fed is paying growing attention to a slowing…
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Kunes Auto & RV Announces New Parent Company
Kunes Auto & RV Group, a Midwest automotive group with more than 45 auto and RV dealerships, announced the launch…
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Grote Industries Names Vice President of Grote Networks
Grote Industries announced the addition of Andrew Grose, vice president of Grote Networks, to its executive team. With over 14…
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Gulf Stream Coach Appoints Marketing Director
Gulf Stream Coach announced the appointment of Jason Overholt as its new marketing director. “Gulf Stream Coach is the RV…
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RVDA & Protective to Host Customer Service, F&I Webinar
The RV Dealers Association (RVDA) and Protective Asset Protection will hold a 30-minute webinar for RV dealers on Wednesday, July 24,…
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RV Aftermarket Conference Hotel Cutoff Today
The deadline to book a hotel room for the RV Aftermarket Conference is today, July 10. The event is focused on supporting…
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RVIA: DeLaine Triplitt on Finding Inspiration Through RVTI
The following is a profile from the RV Industry Association. DeLaine Triplitt is spending her retirement embracing outdoor opportunities. She’s…
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The Dyrt: Top 10 Hardest-to-Book US Campgrounds
According to The Dyrt’s 2024 Camping Report presented by The All-New Toyota Tacoma, 45.5% of campers reported having a difficult…
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Extreme Weather, Power Outages Driving Portable Power Market
The Niche Research (TNR) released its report on the portable power station market, which has witnessed significant growth in recent…
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Mike Butler Joins Firefly Integrations as VP of Sales
Firefly Integrations announced that Mike Butler will join their team as the new vice president of sales. Butler brings a…
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Video: Tom Kline Advises Dealers on Cybersecurity Following CDK Breach
Dealer consultant Tom Kline, owner of Better Vantage Point, joins CDT News to discuss the importance of having the right…
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Eberspächer Posts Fiscal Year With Operational Turnaround
Eberspächer reported that in 2023, it had a net revenue of €3.0 billion, an increase of 10.3% compared to the…
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Meyer Distributing Announces New Louisiana Location
Meyer Distributing announced the addition of its of its Covington, Louisiana, crossdock. The crossdock will have a direct feed from…
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nuCamp Revives Cirrus 920 Truck Camper
The following is a report from Auto Evolution. While some people are looking for massive RVs and travel trailers, some…
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OHCE2023 Among Top 50 Fastest-Growing Trade Shows
OHI (formerly National ARVC) announced that its award-winning Outdoor Hospitality Conference & Expo (OHCE) has again been named one of…
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Registration Opens for 2024 MH FacTOURy Summit in Elkhart
This year’s MH FacTOURy Summit has announced that attendee registration is now open for the two-day event hosted at the…
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NHTSA Lists Weekly Recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued the following weekly vehicular recalls: Forest River is recalling certain 2024-2025 Cross Trail…
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Champion Homes Awarded Top Design Honors
Skyline Champion Corp. announced that for the 10th consecutive year, its subsidiary Champion Homes has been recognized by the Manufactured…
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RVDA of Canada Warns Against RV Fraud Increase
According to the Recreation Vehicle Dealers Association (RVDA) of Canada, there has been a notable increase in RV frauds across…
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Derema Group Adds to Team
Derema Group recently announced the addition of two new associates, Galadriel “G” Gaines and Aaron Bronson, who bring a wealth…
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75% of Large Group Campers Believe Camping Enhances Family Bonds
The following is a report from Modern Campground. A new study released by Modern Campground, in partnership with Cairn Consulting…
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AP: US Employers Add 206K Jobs in June
The following is a report from the Associated Press. America’s employers delivered another healthy month of hiring in June, adding…
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Dragonfly Energy Hosts Commerce Secretary Raimondo & Sen. Rosen
United States Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo held a press conference with Nevada Senator Jacky Rosen at the Reno, Nevada,…
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RV Learning Center Offers Free Warranty Administrator Readiness Tests
Warranty administrator training, the latest addition to the Mike Molino RV Learning Center’s online course offerings, is designed to help…
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NATDA Announces Key Staff Changes
NATDA (The North American Trailer Dealers Association) announced several significant changes to its team, aimed at enhancing operational efficiency, fostering…
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AL-KO Vehicle Technology Appoints New R&D Senior Vice President
AL-KO Vehicle Technology Group announced Dr. Klaus Wilhelm will (again) lead the company’s global research and development as well as…
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Eberspächer Launches 12-Volt Battery Management System
Eberspächer recently announced its launch of a battery management system (BMS) for the low-voltage range with a connection to the…
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Patrick To Participate in Upcoming CJS Conference
Patrick Industries has announced that it will participate in CJS Securities 24th Annual “New Ideas” Summer Conference on July 10.…
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Inflation Cooling Again, Though Not Time to Cut Rates
The following is a report from the Associated Press. Inflation in the United States is slowing again after higher readings earlier this…
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Link Auto & RV Buys Wisconsin Auto Dealership
Performance Brokerage Services, North America’s highest volume dealership brokerage firm, announced the sale of South Lake Motors in Rice Lake, Wisconsin, to Link Auto…
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Outdoor Industry Assoc., Outdoor Retailer Conclude Partnership
Outdoor Industry Association (OIA), a member-led collective and the outdoor industry’s catalyst for meaningful change, and Outdoor Retailer, the largest…
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APCO Holdings Acquires Two F&I Companies
APCO Holdings, provider and administrator of automotive Finance & Insurance (F&I) products, has acquired two companies: Rider’s Advantage and Capital…
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