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National Powersport Auctions To Hold Spring RV Auction
National Powersport Auctions (NPA) announced its nationwide spring RV auction, set to take place via NPA Simulcast on Tuesday, May…
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The Dyrt: Nearly Two-Thirds of Campers Have Camped for Free
The Dyrt found that nearly two-thirds (65.8%) of campers reported camping for free at least once in 2023, nearly double…
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AP: California Opening First New State Park in a Decade
California will open its first new state park in a decade this summer, Gov. Gavin Newsom and state officials announced…
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RMS North America Releases 2024 State of the Industry Report
RMS North America, a provider of reservation and property management systems to the outdoor hospitality industry, released its annual State…
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2025 NTP-STAG Expo Slated at Colorado Venue
NTP-STAG announced that its 2025 EXPO will be held Jan. 20-21, 2025, at the Gaylord Rockies Resort & Convention Center…
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Forbes: Airstream’s Bob Wheeler Talks ‘Unprecedented Transformation’
The following is a report from Billee Howard at Forbes.com. Amidst the pandemic we saw crisis cut both ways. At…
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House Introduces GSP Reform Act
This week, House Ways and Means Trade Subcommittee Chair Adrian Smith introduced the Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) Reform Act.…
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Lightspeed, RV Partfinder Announce Integration Partnership
Lightspeed, a leading dealer management solution (DMS) provider, and RV Partfinder, a platform for locating RV parts quickly and efficiently, announced…
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General RV Building New Supercenter in North Carolina
General RV Center celebrated the completion of the first phase of construction on its new Supercenter in Salisbury, North Carolina.…
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Winnebago Touts Summer Facility Tours
Winnebago is offering free tours of its RV manufacturing facilities daily throughout the summer. Factory tours of the Forest City,…
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New Go RVing Logo Window Clings Available
New Go RVing window clings are available for RV dealers, state dealer associations and RV show promoters to help bring…
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Suburban Launches Pizza Oven for Elite Series Griddles
Suburban, an Airxcel brand, launched its new pizza oven that fits on top of the Suburban 18-inch griddle. Now, RV…
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National Park Service Hosting Events This Week
Taking place this year April 20-28, National Park Service (NPS) parks, programs and partners across the country are hosting events celebrating…
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General RV Center Offering Free Education for RV Technicians
General RV Center announced today it will offer a tuition-free, paid learning program for employees to further their education as…
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RVDA Seeks Support for Travel Trailer & Camper Tax Parity Act
The RV Dealers Association (RVDA) urged industry members to support both the bipartisan Travel Trailer and Camper Tax Parity Act…
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RV Manufacturer Risks Losing Tax Deal With County
The following is a report from The Elkhart Truth. An RV maker that received financial incentives from the county when…
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Bureau of Land Management’s ‘Public Lands Rule’ Finalized
The Department of the Interior announced a finalized Public Lands Rule to help guide the balanced management of America’s public…
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Horizon Outdoor Hospitality Teams Up With RVC Outdoor Destinations
The following is a report from Modern Campground. Horizon Outdoor Hospitality and RVC Outdoor Destinations announced a strategic joint venture…
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Roadtrippers Introduces AI-Based Planning Tool for Cars & RVs
Roadtrippers, a road trip planning tool, announced the launch of its AI-powered road trip planner designed for both cars and…
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GE Appliances Partners With Kentucky Glamping Resort
The following is a report from WDRB. GE Appliances has entered a unique partnership with the glamping resort next door…
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NHTSA Lists Weekly Recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued the following weekly vehicular recalls: Tiffin Motorhomes is recalling certain 2022-2024 Allergro Open…
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RVDA Con/Expo Keynote Speaker to Focus on Creating Heroes
Best-selling author and marketing executive Kevin Brown is scheduled to deliver the keynote address during the opening general session of…
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Limited Seats Available for All-Female Tech Training
Less than three weeks remain until the next all-female RV tech training class, held by The RV Women’s Alliance (RVWA)…
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Dometic Reports Improved Q1 EBITA Margin Despite Challenging Market
Dometic reported Friday that net sales for the first quarter were SEK 6,527 m (7,289); a decrease of -10%, of…
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Meyer Distributing Acquires the Assets of Frank’s Supply
Meyer Distributing announced that it has substantially acquired the assets of Frank’s Supply, a regional distributor serving Texas, Oklahoma, Louisiana…
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Jason Lippert Honored by Boys & Girls Club of Elkhart County
The following is a report from The Goshen News. Two individuals instrumental in the work of the Boys & Girls…
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Polaris Donates More Than $130K To Off-Road & Snow Organizations
Polaris announced it is donating more than $130,000 to off-road vehicles (ORV), all-terrain vehicles (ATV) and snowmobile riding clubs, and…
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Advanced RV Finds Success With 4-Day Workweek
The following is a report from Crain’s Cleveland Business. Many people have been coming into their workplaces less frequently than…
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AAA: Is the Recent Climb in the Price of Gas About to Stall?
Lackluster domestic demand for gasoline paired with decreasing oil prices led to the national average for a gallon of gas…
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Meyer Distributing Announces Q1 Sales Performance Award
Meyer Distributing announced its 2024 First Quarter Outstanding Sales Performance Award. This award recognizes sales account managers who consistently exceed…
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Storyteller Overland Unveils the MODE XO
Storyteller Overland, manufacturer of Class B RV adventure vans and off-grid expedition vehicles, announced the MODE XO as the latest…
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Harvest Hosts Seeks Applicants for Cow Cuddling Internship
Harvest Hosts announced its Cow Cuddling Internship program for the summer of 2024. This internship offers an opportunity for passionate…
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Registration Now Open for Aftermarket Conference
The 2024 RV Aftermarket Conference is scheduled for Aug. 12-15 in Orlando, Florida, and registration is now open. The conference,…
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RVWhale.com Launches Enhanced Wholesale Platform
RVWhale.com, a dealer-to-dealer wholesale platform for dealers, announced the launch of its enhanced version. This latest iteration introduces a suite…
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Go RV Rentals Publishes 2024 RV Rental Price Index
Go RV Rentals has released its 2024 RV Rental Price Index, which records how much it costs to rent an…
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THOR Industries, Lifeline Youth Ministries Open RV Learning Lab
The following is a report from WNDU 16 News Now. Lifeline Youth Ministries, in collaboration with THOR Industries, THOR Motor…
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OIA Applauds GSP Reform Act Passing House Committee
Outdoor Industry Association (OIA) said Wednesday it applauds the successful House markup of the Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) Reform…
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Canadian RV & Camping Industries Push for Critical Investments from Government
Leaders from the RV Dealers Association (RVDA) of Canada and the Canadian Camping and RV Association (CCRVA) were on Parliament…
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EasyCare Unveils New Brand Identity
EasyCare and National Auto Care, APCO Holdings brands, announced that they have merged into a unified nationwide F&I provider under…
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Dometic Launches Lightweight, Compact Camp Shelter
Dometic announced it is launching a lightweight camp shelter featuring a small pack size, aluminum frame and dope-dyed fabric for…
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Torklift Adopts Stainless Steel in Manufacturing Its Products
Torklift International announced a shift in its manufacturing process by adopting stainless steel for its products. Stainless steel offers a multitude…
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RVIA’s Kirby: RVs Move America Only Six Weeks Away
The following is a letter from Craig Kirby, the RV Industry Association (RVIA)’s president and CEO. RVs Move America Week…
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52% of Campground Guests Influenced by Sustainable Practices, Study Reveals
The following is a report from Modern Campground. A new study released by Modern Campground, in partnership with Cairn Consulting…
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Aqua-Hot Hosts All-Female Level 1 RV Technician Training
Aqua-Hot, an Airxcel brand, is hosting a live, in-person all-women’s RV technician Level 1 training this week in partnership with…
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‘RVing in New England’ Holds 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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Wave Express Pledges $100K to RV Learning Center
Wave Express, one of North America’s largest RV transporters, has pledged $100,000 to the Mike Molino RV Learning Center. The…
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Lippert Names Vice President of Warranty
Lippert Components announced the promotion of Pamela VanderMel to vice president of warranty. VanderMel brings over two decades of invaluable…
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Dragonfly Energy Reports 2023, Q4 Financials
Dragonfly Energy Holdings Corp., maker of Battle Born Batteries and an industry leader in energy storage, reported its financial and…
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German Caravanning Hits Record RV Registrations in Q1
The following is a report from aboutcampbtob.eu. The German caravanning industry association (CIVD) reported that new motor caravan registrations reached…
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RVezy, Dealer Partnerships Boost Online Rental Marketplace
The following is a report from the Ottawa Business Journal. As sales of RVs fall across Canada, an Ottawa startup…
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RVIA: Meet RVTI’s Recruitment Manager Mary Smith
The following is a profile from the RV Industry Association (RVIA). The mission of the RV Technical Institute (RVTI) is…
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Despite ‘Return to Office’ Push, More Working From Campsites Than Ever
The Dyrt found that campers worked from the campsite more than ever in 2023. Results published in The Dyrt’s 2024 Camping Report presented…
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REV Group Names New Chief Financial Officer
REV Group, manufacturer of specialty vehicles, announced Amy Campbell has joined the company as chief financial officer (CFO), effective April…
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Venture RV Launches Bunkhouse Floorplan
Venture RV is launching a family-friendly and feature-packed bunkhouse fifth wheel floorplan dubbed the SportTrek Touring 354VBH. “The SportTrek Touring fifth…
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Torklift Unveils New Dealer Portal
Torklift International unveiled its latest innovation, the Torklift Dealer Portal. The comprehensive online platform is crafted to empower Torklift’s network…
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Truma to Celebrate Earth Day With Annual Cleanup
Truma North America will celebrate Earth Day with its fourth annual Spring Clean-Up Event at High Dive Park in Elkhart,…
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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 1,552 2024 Aurora and…
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Report: EVs Represent 15% of 2023 New Light-Duty Vehicle Sales
Alliance for Automotive Innovation released its state-by-state analysis, spotlighting Colorado below, of the U.S. electric vehicle (EV) market for Q4 and…
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AP: Retail Sales Surge in March, Americans ‘Unfazed’ by Higher Prices
Americans boosted spending at a hotter-than-expected pace in March, underscoring how shoppers remain resilient despite inflationary pressures and other economic challenges. Retail sales…
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Dometic Launches Front Runner Pro Bed Rack System
Dometic announced the launch of its Front Runner Pro Bed Rack System, which is designed for truck owners looking to…
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The Dyrt: More Than Half of Campers Bring Their Dogs
The Dyrt’s 2024 Camping Report presented by The All-New Toyota Tacoma revealed that 53.7% of campers brought their dogs to…
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Canyon Adventure Vans Introduces Stop-Stay System for Sprinter Vans
Canyon Adventure Vans, provider of interior organization solutions for Class B adventure vans, announced the launch of its Stop-Stay Safety…
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Toy Storage Nation To Host June RV & Boat Storage Workshop
Toy Storage Nation (TSN) announced an Executive RV and Boat Storage Workshop to be held June 7, in St. Louis,…
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National Park Week Begins April 20
The National Park Service (NPS) announced National Park Week begins with an entrance fee-free day on April 20 and continues…
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Forbes: How Millennials Are Redefining Success With Luxury RVs
Imagine trading your cramped office cubicle for a workspace with panoramic views of the Rockies or the serene beaches of…
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MRAA Releases 2023 Impact Report
The Marine Retailers Association of the Americas (MRAA) recently released its Annual Impact Report, which provides an overview of everything…
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US Rep. Yakym Applauds EXPLORE Act Passage
Republican Congressman Rudy Yakym, who represents Indiana’s second congressional district including Elkhart, issued the following statement after H.R. 6492, the…
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RV PRO Seeks Industry Veterans for July Spotlight
RV PRO will feature individuals who have dedicated their careers to this outstanding industry in its upcoming July issue. All…
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National Go RVing Day Slated June 8
The third annual National Go RVing Day will be celebrated the second Saturday of June, this year on June 8.…
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RVIA Members: Legislation To Know About
The RV Industry Association (RVIA)’s State Government Affairs team is continuing to review relevant RV industry legislation. Some of the…
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Arkto Campers Reveals 2025 Off-Road Trailer
Alberta, Canada’s Arkto Campers launched its 2025 off-grid G12 trailer with a new “Stay Longer” package. The new package adds…
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RVIA Workshop Features Workplace Safety Committee
On Wednesday, May 8, the RV Industry Association (RVIA)’s Workplace Safety Committee will host a half-day workshop for RV plant…
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NASA, Japan Tout ‘Historic’ Lunar RV Roadtrip
The following is a report from Yahoo Tech. President Biden announced this week a historic agreement with Japan to develop…
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Escapee RV Club Expects Record Attendance at Rock Springs Event
The following is a report from Wyoming Business Report. The Sweetwater Events Complex announced the return of the Escapees RV…
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Bowlus: Tesla Model X Beats Cybertruck in Towing Capacity
The following is a report from InsideEVs.com. Bowlus, a high-end trailer manufacturer that brands itself as the “first all-electric RV…
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EPDM Coatings Announces New Affiliate Manager
EPDM Coatings, parent company of RVRoofMagic, announced the addition of Ally Tria to its management staff as affiliate manager for…
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Chinook RV Welcomes Dennis Dillon RV to Its Dealer Network
Chinook RV announced the addition of Dennis Dillon RV from Boise, Idaho, to its dealer network. With this new partnership,…
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Grand Design RV Introduces ‘Lineage’ Motorized Class C
Grand Design RV announced their entrance into the motorized category will start with a Class C motorhome under the brand…
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RVDA & CSI Webinar To Cover Improving RV Customer Retention
The RV Dealers Association (RVDA) and Customer Service Intelligence (CSI) will hold a 30-minute webinar on Wednesday, April 24, at…
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Priority RV Network Distributes $4.5M at 24th Annual Meeting
Priority RV Network (PRVN) celebrated its 24th Annual Meeting, held from April 2-4 at the M Resort Spa Casino in…
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Lippert’s Director of Corporate & Community Impact To Take On New Role
Lippert announced Wednesday that Michilah Grimes, director of corporate and community impact, is stepping down from her current position to…
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House Passes Historic EXPLORE Act
On Wednesday, April 9, the U.S. House of Representatives passed the Expanding Public Lands Outdoor Recreation Experiences (EXPLORE) Act. This…
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Lightspeed Now Integrates Forest River Unit Bulletins for RV Dealers
Lightspeed, a provider of RV dealership management software, unveiled a new feature that allows RV dealers to access Forest River…
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Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park Revenues Up 87.4% Since 2019
Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park Camp-Resorts, with more than 75 locations in the U.S. and Canada, reported a 4.5% increase in…
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Outdoor Afro & REI Co-op Debut New Travel Trips, Gear Collection
Outdoor Afro Inc. and REI Co-op announced a collaboration for three new fully-guided trip offerings that will operate July through…
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Storyteller Overland Acquires TAXA Outdoors
Storyteller Overland, manufacturer of Class B RV adventure vans and off-grid expedition vehicles, announced its acquisition of TAXA Outdoors, a…
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Black Book: Wholesale Values Mixed As Spring Arrives
“The wholesale auction results last month were mixed, with motorhomes’ values increasing and towables’ decreasing. We typically expect to see…
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FCCC President, CEO Jeff Sather Announces Retirement
Freightliner Custom Chassis Corp. (FCCC) President and CEO Jeff Sather has announced his retirement, effective May 3. Sather has served…
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Campers Inn RV of Union Closing, Reopening as Airstream Dealer
Campers Inn RV of Union is closing its doors and reopening as Airstream of Southern New England, an Airstream exclusive…
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Blue Compass Expands With San Diego Airstream Location
Blue Compass RV announced its continued expansion with the addition of a new flagship Airstream location in the San Diego, California, market.…
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Outdoorsy’s Jennifer Young Named to Female Founders 250 List
Outdoorsy, the outdoor travel and accommodation marketplace, announced that co-founder Jennifer Young has been named to Inc.’s 2024 Female Founders 250 List.…
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Ranger Distribution to Host Dave Anderson at Elkhart Speaking Event
Ranger Distribution (RDI) announced today the continuation of its “Giving Without Expectation” speaker series. “Since inception in 2019, giving without…
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Spot2Nite Selected as Booking Engine for Roadtrippers
Spot2Nite, the cloud-based booking software designed for outdoor accommodations, announced a new partnership with Roadtrippers to power its booking engine. Through…
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Liquified RV Toilet Treatment Secures CUVO Investment
Liquified RV Toilet Treatment announced a significant milestone in its journey towards expansion and growth. Matt Foxcroft, Brandon Calobong, Wil…
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EXPLORE Act Vote Hits the House Floor
The Expanding Public Lands Outdoor Recreation Experiences (EXPLORE) Act will be on the House floor for a vote this week,…
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Octane Updates Powersports Dealer Platform
Octane has unveiled its Dealer Portal 2.0, a significantly upgraded version of its dealer platform. Effective immediately, Octane’s over 4,000…
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TAXA Outdoors Unveils ‘Dark Sky Mantis’ Following Eclipse
Following the total solar eclipse on April 8, TAXA Outdoors unveiled a limited edition model of its most popular overlanding…
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RVDA of Canada Reports Improved RECT in February
The RV Dealers Association (RVDA) of Canada reported that February’s repair event cycle time (RECT) average improved across the nation,…
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Aero Build Names Manufacturing Director, New Partner
Aero Build, a manufacturer of mobile business trailers and electric RVs through its subsidiary brand Coast, announced the appointment of Heather…
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NHTSA Lists Weekly Recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued the following weekly vehicular recalls: Cruiser RV is recalling 2023-2024 Avenir, Embrace, Shadow…
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