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Lawmakers Eye Finish Line on Outdoor Rec Package
Senate Energy and Natural Resources Chair Joe Manchin said the chamber could be ready to move on a sweeping outdoor…
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MayiStay Launches Short-Term Rental, RV Park Search Platform
Technology company MayiStay announced the launch of its collaborative search platform designed specifically for Short-Term Rental (STR) hosts. The platform…
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RVIA: Bowlus CEO Geneva Long ‘Leading Innovation’
The following is a profile from the RV Industry Association (RVIA). As the CEO of Bowlus, Geneva Long is continuing…
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US Wholesale Prices Spike in April, Inflation Remains Sticky
U.S. wholesale prices rose sharply last month, a sign that inflation pressures remain stubbornly high after three elevated readings in…
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Knaus Tabbert Sees Q1 Sales Increase Across Segments
Knaus Tabbert, a leading RV manufacturer in Europe, reported a successful start to the 2024 financial year with a strong…
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OHI Leaders Meet With Key Legislators on Capitol Hill
Members of OHI (formerly National ARVC) leadership attended meetings on Capitol Hill last week, advocating for RV parks and campgrounds…
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Carefree of Colorado Taps New Director of Aftermarket Sales
Carefree of Colorado, makers of RV awnings, announced the promotion of Kevin Jastrem to director of aftermarket sales. In this…
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More Than 41M First-Time Campers Since 2014, KOA Report Finds
Kampgrounds of America (KOA) recently released its reimagined annual Camping and Outdoor Hospitality Report, which explores how the outdoor travel…
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FRVTA To Host Summer Training Sessions
The Florida RV Trade Association (FRVTA) announced it will again hold free one-day training sessions across the state. These will…
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Lazydays Postpones Release of Q1 Results
Lazydays announced that it will need to extend the filing of its Form 10-Q with the United States Securities and…
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RVMP Launches New Generator & Mobile Security Trailer
RV Mobile Power (RVMP) has launched the Flex Power 2800i, the newest model in its Flex Power line of installed…
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Sensible Weather Partners With Roamly To Offer Weather Guarantees
Sensible Weather, provider of weather protection for travel and outdoor experiences, announced its partnership with digital insurance platform Roamly to…
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Massachusetts & Pennsylvania Sign Confluence Accords
Outdoor recreation leaders from Massachusetts and Pennsylvania committed to advance the principles contained in the Outdoor Recreation Industry Confluence Accords,…
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NHTSA Lists Weekly Recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued the following weekly vehicular recalls: Jayco is recalling certain 2023-2025 Entegra Aspire Class…
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RVDA of Canada To Celebrate RV Tech Week June 3-7
The Recreation Vehicle Dealers Association (RVDA) of Canada announced its celebration of the the dedication and hard work of service…
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RVDA, A2C To Hold Webinar on Dealership Data Security
The RV Dealers Association (RVDA) and Accelerate2Compliance (A2C) will hold a 30-minute webinar for RV dealers on Tuesday, May 21,…
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ORR Applauds New North Dakota Office of Outdoor Recreation
Outdoor Recreation Roundtable (ORR) applauded the announcement of North Dakota’s new Office of Outdoor Recreation, created through executive order by…
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Dept. of Commerce Announces Preliminary Antidumping Margins
The following was a News & Insights report from the RV Industry Association (RVIA). The Department of Commerce has announced…
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Expion360 Launches Edge Battery for Off-Grid Power Solutions
Expion360, maker of lithium-ion battery power storage solutions, announced the launch of its new Edge battery. The Edge is designed…
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Leisure-Tec To Unveil New Range at National Conference
Australia’s supplier to the caravan, camping and 4WD industry, Leisure-Tec Australia, will unveil their new Vitrifrigo caravan, motorhome and 4WD…
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Amazon To Fill 1,000 Jobs at Its Elkhart Operations Next Year
The following is a report from the South Bend Tribune. The massive Amazon warehouse that’s been standing on the north…
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Trim‐Lok Showcases Its Newest Manufacturing Facility
Trim-Lok announced a virtual video tour showcasing its newest manufacturing facility: Trim‐Lok Midwest. “Trim‐Lok Midwest isn’t just a manufacturing facility;…
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RVs Damaged in Fire at California Dealership
The following is a report from KTLA 5. More than a dozen RVs went up in flames after a fire…
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AAA: For Pump Prices, No News Is Good News
Gas prices posted a quiet week, with the national average drifting lower by three cents to $3.64 since Thursday, May…
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Dragonfly Energy Announces Breakthrough in Lithium Battery Production
Dragonfly Energy Holdings Corp., maker of Battle Born Batteries, announced its breakthrough in battery manufacturing with the successful production of…
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Camping World’s Coleman Brand Momentum Continues
Camping World Holdings reported Wednesday the company’s Coleman brand of travel trailers was again the No. 1 selling new travel…
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ORR Hosts Inaugural National Outdoor Recreation Executive Forum
The Outdoor Recreation Roundtable’s (ORR) hosted the first-ever National Outdoor Recreation Executive Forum in the nation’s capital Tuesday. The forum…
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RVIA Emerging Leaders Volunteer Event Makes an Impact
The following was a News & Insights report from the RV Industry Association (RVIA). Wednesday, May 8, the RV Industry…
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Stick & Tin Unveils RangerAI for Dealership Communications
Montana-based Stick & Tin, provider of digital solutions for the RV industry, unveiled its RangerAI, a calling AI developed to…
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Jetstream RV Resort at Stafford Officially Opens to the Public
Blue Water Development, a real estate developer specializing in commercial and hospitality properties on the East Coast, announced the grand…
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The Dyrt: Campers Want Trucks, Primarily Own SUVs
The Dyrt found that 45% of campers identify trucks as the most ideal vehicle for camping. SUVs ranked second as…
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Lonnie Davis Jr. of Quality Engineered Products Dies
The following obituary for Lonnie Davis Jr. was published by Legacy.com. Lonnie “Dee” Davis Jr., 61, of Osceola, Indiana, is…
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NetSource Launches Inventory Listing Website for Boat Dealers
NetSource Media announced the launch of BoatList.com, its inventory listing website for those looking to buy and sell boats and…
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KING Names Chief Commercial Officer
KING Connect, a supplier of RV connectivity products for over 35 years, announced the promotion of Tom DeWaard to chief…
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Lippert Acquires Camping World Furniture Business
LCI Industries, through its wholly owned subsidiary Lippert, announced that its subsidiary, Lippert Components Manufacturing, has acquired substantially all the…
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FMCA Launches ‘Pathfinder’ RV Ownership Program
With new RV owners entering the marketplace all the time, the leadership of FMCA (Family Motor Coach Association) decided to…
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RV Unplugged Season 2 Sponsored by Wellness Brand
RV Unplugged announced a strategic partnership with SALTT, makers of electrolyte solutions. SALTT offers a balanced mix of essential electrolytes…
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Alliance RV Names Director of Customer Experience
Alliance RV announced the promotion of Tristen Singleton to director of customer experience. In his new role, Singleton will spearhead…
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NRVTA Promotes Bryan Carbonnell to Inspector Instructor
The National RV Training Academy (NRVTA) announced the promotion of Bryan Carbonnell to inspector instructor. With an illustrious career spanning…
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Lippert Reports First Quarter Financials
LCI Industries, which, through its wholly owned subsidiary Lippert Components, today reported first quarter 2024 results. “We delivered solid results…
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RVWA Hosts Successful Annual Spring Campout
The RV Women’s Alliance (RVWA) held a successful second annual spring campout over the past weekend, hosting more than 100…
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Leisure-Tec Australia Named Principal Sponsor of CIAA Conference
Australia’s supplier to the caravan, camping and 4WD industry, Leisure-Tec Australia, will be the joint principal sponsor of the Caravan…
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Kevin Bangston Named CEO of Freightliner Custom Chassis Corp.
Daimler Truck North America (DTNA) announced the expanded role of Kevin Bangston as president and CEO of Freightliner Custom Chassis…
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Care Camps Foundation, KOA Applaud $20M Milestone
Care Camps Foundation, a national nonprofit dedicated to bringing the healing power of the outdoors to children living with cancer,…
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Altor Locks, Meyer Distributing Partner for ICON Trailer Locks
Altor Locks, the Virginia manufacturer of coupler locks, and Meyer Distributing have partnered to make the ICON Trailer Lock available…
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Maryland RV Law Boosts Ocean City Lifestyle Show
The OC RV & Van Lifestyle Show, scheduled for Oct. 31 to Nov. 3 at the Roland E. Powell Convention Center in…
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Myers Industries Announces Q1 Financials
Myers Industries Inc., manufacturer of polymer and metal products and distributor for the tire, wheel and under-vehicle service industry, announced…
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RVIA: Meet the Association’s Content Manager
The following is from the RV Industry Association. The RV Industry Association (RVIA)’s Marketing and Communications team is the voice…
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Torklift Launches Ford Lightning Truck Camper Tie Downs
Torklift launched a new addition to its Torklift Tie Down product line: the Ford Lightning Truck Camper Tie Downs, specifically…
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Jayco Found Leading Caravan Brand in Australian Market Report
Retain Media released its comprehensive RV Market Consideration Report for the first quarter of 2024, spotlighting the shifting landscapes of…
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Meyer Distributing Partners With Bajio Sunglasses
Bajío Sunglasses, maker of blue-light filtering, sustainably made, performance sunglasses renowned for their LAPIS lens technology, announced a strategic partnership…
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SeaSucker Touts Newly Designed Kitchen Station
SeaSucker announced the launch of its newly designed Kitchen Station 2.0. Many of today’s RVers and overlanders enjoy preparing gourmet…
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Airstream Showcases Riveting Legacy With the Original Clipper
Airstream announced an addition to its vintage RV collection: what is believed to be the first riveted, aluminum Airstream travel…
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Noovo Unveils Noovo Plus, Tallest Camper Van in the US
Las Vegas-based Noovo announced the unveiling of its Noovo Plus, which offers a 7-foot ceiling. Built on the RAM Promaster…
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Aliner Welcomes New Regional Sales Manager
Aliner announced the appointment of Scott Almquist as regional sales manager for their Southwest region. With over 37 years of…
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Sobel University Now Enrolling for Summer School
Sobel University has opened enrollment for summer training. The next opportunity for dealers to send their staff through the Comprehensive…
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Torklift Launches Affiliate Program
Torklift International has announced the launch of its new affiliate program. Designed to engage outdoor enthusiasts, the program offers an…
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Micro-Air Parent Company Acquires Check Technology
Innovative Motion Technologies (IMT), an industrial technology platform providing interface and controls solutions and parent company of Raffel Systems and…
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RV Unplugged Partners With Master Applied Coatings for Season 2
RV Unplugged announced its partnership with Master Applied Coatings, whose products offer a permanent ceramic coating for all vehicle types,…
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OHI: 70 Years of Anvil Campground
The following is a report from OHI. Anvil Campground, found in the historic landscapes of Williamsburg, Virginia, stands as a…
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NRVTA Celebrates 5-Year Anniversary at Big Red Schoolhouse
The National RV Training Academy (NRVTA) is commemorating its five-year anniversary at the iconic Big Red Schoolhouse, located within the…
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Video: Grand Design Gives a Glimpse of the Lineage
The following is from Grand Design RV. Lineage is what you pass forward. It is the chance to live a…
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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 2017-2019 Transit…
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Together Outdoors Announces Micro-Grant Program Recipients
Together Outdoors (TO) announced the awardees of its Inclusive Micro-Grant Program grants totaling $70,000. This grant program is aimed at…
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The Shyft Group Approves Quarterly Dividend
The Shyft Group, a North American leader in specialty vehicle manufacturing, assembly and upfit for the commercial, retail and service specialty…
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Crane Composites Touts New Fiberglass Sidewall
Crane Composites, a subsidiary of Crane Co., announced a new premium exterior sidewall product for the RV market. Crane Composites…
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APCO Holdings Acquires Crystal Fusion Technologies
APCO Holdings, home to the EasyCare, National Auto Care, GWC Warranty and MemberCare brands, announced that it has acquired Crystal…
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Ultra-Fab Releases Tripod Training
Ultra-Fab recently released training for their full line of tripods. “In 9 minutes, you can learn a ton about Ultra-Fab’s…
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Walex Manufacturing Now Completely Solar-Powered
Walex announced that its manufacturing is now 100% solar-powered following a solar array installation. This initiative highlights Walex’s commitment to…
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Micro-Camping Kit Turns Rivian or Tesla SUV Into an E-RV
The following is a report from New Atlas. If you’re an avid camper who drives a Tesla Model Y or…
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Alberta New RV Sales Trending Upward Ahead of Camping Season
The following is a report from CTV News. Alberta remains strong when it comes to consumers purchasing new recreational vehicles…
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AAA: When It Comes to Gas Prices, May Starts Off Meh
The national average for a gallon of gas waffled up and down over the past week before settling higher by…
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Patrick Industries’ Q1 Financials Bolstered by RV Segment
Patrick Industries today reported financial results for the first quarter ended March 31. Net sales increased 4% to $933 million, an increase…
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Proposed $30K Fine Follows Inspection at Forest River
The following report is from the Elkhart Truth. Forest River faced $30,000 in proposed fines following a safety inspection by…
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Camping World Sees ‘Significant’ New Unit Volume in Q1 Report
Camping World Holdings today reported results for the first quarter ended March 31. Marcus Lemonis, chairman and CEO of Camping…
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Lippert’s Annual Volunteer Week Garners Thousands of Supporters
For the fifth year in a row, Lippert participated in National Volunteer Week on April 21–27, reaffirming its commitment to using…
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Black Book: Wholesale Values Increase as Temperatures Rise
Black Book has released its market commentary for May. “It’s been quite a while since the average values for both…
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Cummins Reports First Quarter Financials
Cummins today reported results for the first quarter of 2024. “We continued to see strong demand from customers in the…
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Storable Acquires RV Park, Campground Property Management Software
Storable, a provider of integrated technology solutions for the self-storage and marine industries, has acquired Newbook, a property management software…
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Last Call: Register for RVIA’s All-Industry Volunteer Day
Registration for the third annual All-Industry Volunteer Day, hosted by the RV Industry Association (RVIA)’s Emerging Leaders Coalition, will close…
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The Shyft Group Secures FedEx Order for EV Trucks
The Shyft Group today announced a purchase order with FedEx for an initial order of 150 Blue Arc EV Trucks…
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Fed: Interest Rates to Stay at Two-Decade High Amid Inflation
The Federal Reserve on Wednesday emphasized that inflation has remained stubbornly high in recent months and said it doesn’t plan…
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RV Rental Demand Remains Robust Heading into Summer
According to a survey conducted this spring by the RV Rental Association (RVRA), a sizable portion of RV dealers who…
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NCRVDA Hires Jeff Haughton as Executive Director
The North Carolina RV Dealers Association (NCRVDA) hired Jeff Haughton as their executive director starting May 1. “The growth of…
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Industry Veteran James Dennis Bock Dies
The following obituary for Jim Bock was published by Legacy.com. James Dennis Bock, 90, passed away April 22, at his…
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Great American RV Shares Insight Into RVTI’s Level 2 Training
The following was a News & Insights report from the RV Industry Association (RVIA). The RV Technical Institute (RVTI) recently…
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Küat IBEX Wins Red Dot Design Award
Küat, designer of bike, ski, kayak and overlanding racks, announced that its all-new IBEX truck bed rack won the Red…
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RVDA of Canada To Host RV Career Showcase
The Recreation Vehicle Dealers Association (RVDA) of Canada announced its upcoming RV Career Showcase, set to take place at the…
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The Dyrt: Majority of Campers Cancel or No-Show Reservations
The Dyrt found that less than half of campers (42.7%) used all the reservations they made in 2023. These results…
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‘RVing in New England’ Spotlights May Open House Events
The Weekly Facebook Live show RVing in New England, hosted by the New England RV Dealers Association (NERVDA), planned to…
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Brunswick Recognizes Facilities for Safety Achievements
Brunswick Corporation announced the 33 recipients of its 2024 awards for exceptional safety performance. These honors highlight Brunswick’s commitment to…
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General RV Named Michigan’s Largest Family-Owned Dealership
General RV Center has been named one of Michigan’s largest family-owned businesses and the top family-owned RV dealership in the…
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Dragonfly Energy, National Forest Foundation Partner to Plant Trees
Dragonfly Energy Holdings Corp., maker of Battle Born Batteries, announced its pledge to plant over 10,000 trees in collaboration with…
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Cummins Names VP of Emissions Solutions
Cummins Inc. named Alison Trueblood its new vice president of Cummins Emissions Solutions, effective May 1. “I am thrilled to…
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Truma North America Spotlights Corporate Sustainability
Truma North America recently highlighted its corporate sustainability efforts. “Corporate sustainability is about more than simply putting a recycling bin…
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Roadmaster Unveils New RV Protection Solutions
Roadmaster announced the launch of two products designed to enhance safety and durability for RV enthusiasts: the 4725 Heat Shield…
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OHI Appoints New Board Member
OHI announced the appointment of Ali Rasmussen to its board of directors. Rasmussen, CEO and creative director at Spacious Skies Campgrounds,…
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General Coach Canada Debuts New Truck Campers
The following is a report from Gordon White at TruckCamper.com. General Coach returns to truck campers with two all-new hard…
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Truck Camper Security Prototype Available
A new concept from InventHelp.com addresses security concerns for a truck camper shell when sleeping inside. “I thought there should…
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Bluetti Touts Portable Power Solutions at Overland Expo West
BLUETTI, a provider of portable power stations, is gearing up to showcase its advanced portable power solutions at the coming Overland…
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