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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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JPMorgan CEO Warns Economic Issues ‘Not Seen Since WWII’
JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon told investors Monday that he continues to expect the U.S. economy to be resilient and grow…
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Trex Co., REI Partnership to Expand Utah Campsite
Trex Company and REI Co-op’s ongoing partnership will work to expand REI’s private Signature Camp near Bryce Canyon National Park in…
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Go RVing Touts Experiential Event Partnership Opportunities
Later this month, Go RVing will kick off the first experiential event of the year at the Guardians of Freedom Air Show…
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Sponsorships Available for RVs Move America Week
RV Moves America Week is just around the corner. Event sponsorships for the industry-only event are available from networking breakfasts/breaks…
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Winegard Integrates RV Halo App With Bauer Keyless Entry System
Winegard announced a new integration that it said brings enhanced security and convenience to RV owners. The company’s RV Halo…
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Manufactured Housing Awards Recognizes Oak Creek Homes
Oak Creek Homes (OCH) announced its win at the 2024 Excellence in Manufactured Housing Awards. Among stiff competition, OCH secured victory…
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A Quarter of Eclipse-Goers Traveling in RV
The following is a report from News 5 Cleveland. Visitors are beginning to trickle into Northeast Ohio for the total…
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Continued US Job Growth Indicates Economic Strength
America’s employers delivered another outpouring of jobs in March, adding a sizzling 303,000 workers to their payrolls and bolstering hopes that the…
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AAA: Storm Clouds Abroad Have Gas Prices on Edge
Despite ominous overseas news, a pop in domestic gasoline demand and oil prices rising to the mid-$80s per barrel, the…
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Auto Evolution: LEGO Concept Spotlights Earthroamer RV Toy
The following is a report from Auto Evolution. For the time being, the LEGO set you see before you can’t…
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Midwest Automotive Designs Introduces the ‘Heritage’
Midwest Automotive Designs announced the addition of the Heritage model to its lineup. “Midwest, known for its quality and luxurious…
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RVTI Continues Level 3 Workshop Series
The RV Technical Institute (RVTI) is hosting four more Level 3 trainings throughout 2024. Level 3 courses provide technicians with…
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Maryland Passes RV-Specific Bill
The following was a News & Insights report from the RV Industry Association (RVIA). On April 3, the Maryland General…
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Trader Interactive Releases ‘TraderConnect’ for OEM Websites
Online marketplace Trader Interactive announced a new product, TraderConnect, that embeds current RV Trader, Cycle Trader, Commercial Truck Trader or Equipment…
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Big Beard Battery Touts ‘Game-Changing’ Features in Latest Model
Big Beard Battery announced that their latest model release incorporates two “groundbreaking” features: Larger Lugs: Big Beard Battery now features…
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Calgary RV Dealership Celebrates 65 Years, Service Award Win
Calgary, Alberta-based dealership Bucars RV Centre is celebrating its 65th anniversary. Bucars RV has one of the largest sales and…
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Windish RV Announces Airstream of Colorado Grand Opening
Colorado’s Windish RV Center announced the grand opening of Airstream of Colorado, which specifically caters to the Airstream brand. The…
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Brown & Brown Acquires the Assets of CHAPP & Citrus Insurance Services
Brown & Brown announced it has acquired the assets of CHAPP and Citrus Insurance Services. CHAPP and Citrus Insurance are…
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Winnebago Named to Newsweek’s ‘Most Trustworthy Companies in America’
Winnebago Industries has been named by Newsweek as one of its 2024 Most Trustworthy Companies in America. Newsweek’s ranking focuses on a…
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Layoffs for Some Newmar Nappanee Employees, News Station Reports
The following is a report from WSBT News 22. Nappanee, Indiana-based Newmar Corp. has laid off workers. Officials at Newmar…
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‘RV Unplugged’ Launches Watch & Win Contests
RV Unplugged announced that its Watch & Win contests – in partnership with MORryde, Big Beard Battery, Open Roads, Rich…
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Bullyan RV Founder Donates $1 Million to Local Minnesota Nonprofit
The following is a report the Duluth News Tribune. St. Ann’s Residence in Duluth, Minnesota, recently received a $1 million…
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2024 Palm Beach International Boat Show the Largest in Event History
The 2024 Palm Beach International Boat Show concluded this past weekend, closing out its annual four-day event in downtown West…
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Harvest Hosts Rolls Out App & Website Enhancements
Harvest Hosts launched a major update that introduces a suite of new features and improvements, making premium resources accessible to…
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V20 Recruiting + Consulting Introduces New Executive Recruiter
V20 Recruiting + Consulting, a recruiting firm specializing in the RV, marine and powersports markets, announced Evan Bergenstein joined the…
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Firefly Integrations Launches New Tech Training Program
Firefly Integrations announced a new technician training program that will take place throughout 2024 across North America. The company will…
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Rollick Expands in Commercial Industry With New Hire
Rollick, provider of marketing technology solutions for the powersports, RV and marine industries, announced today its official expansion into the…
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Brown & Brown Names Two to Senior Leadership Team
Brown & Brown announced the appointment of David Putz and Niels Seebeck to its senior leadership team. President and CEO…
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IDS Launches Dealership Insights Forum
Integrated Dealer Systems (IDS) announced a new online event series launching this month, dubbed the Dealership Insights Forum. The forum…
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RVDA Con/Expo Releases 2024 Exhibitor Prospectus
The National RV Dealers Association (RVDA) released its exhibitor prospectus for companies interested in taking part in the 2024 RV…
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SeaSucker Collection Spotlights Charity Partnerships
Since its founding, SeaSucker said it has been an active member of its community and embraced philanthropic work. Its new…
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First-Come, First-Served Campgrounds Increasingly Full
The Dyrt, the No. 1 app for camping availability, photos and reviews, has found that first-come, first-served campgrounds are increasingly…
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Kentucky State Parks to Feature on Discovery’s ‘RV There Yet?’
The following is a report from The Lane Report. As Kentucky State Parks celebrates its 100th anniversary, Greenbo Lake, Carter…
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Meyer Distributing Partners With Confluence Outdoors
Meyer Distributing announced a new partnership with Confluence Outdoors, home to four kayak brands: Pelican, Wilderness, Perception and Dagger. Pelican…
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The Flipping Nomad Teams Up With Cummins
The Flipping Nomad has announced its collaboration with Cummins, breaking a decade-long streak of keeping her work towable-exclusive, to tackle…
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April Fools’ Fun Roundup
April Fools’ Day can be tricky to navigate when going through press releases – is that actually a cool new…
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Fun Town RV Opens New Arkansas Location
Fun Town RV announced the opening of their newest facility in Texarkana, Arkansas. The new facility boasts a 28+ acre…
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Dometic Reports Restated Financials for New Segment Structure
Dometic announced it is changing its segment reporting structure from the reporting of the Q1 2024 interim report. “Dometic is…
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Carefree Covered RV Storage Announces Fifth Arizona Location
Carefree Covered RV Storage announced the grand opening of its fifth covered RV facility in the Phoenix metropolitan area and…
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NHTSA Lists Weekly Recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued the following weekly vehicular recalls: Daimler Vans USA is recalling certain 2023…
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APCO Holdings Taps New Chief Technology Officer
APCO Holdings, home to the EasyCare, National Auto Care, GWC Warranty and MemberCare brands, announced that Kumar Kathinokkula has joined…
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Outdoorsy Opens Luxury Glamping Retreat in Texas
Outdoorsy recently announced the opening of Outdoorsy Hill Country, its new luxury glamping retreat. The retreat is located in one…
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Upcoming RVTI Classes for April
The RV Technical Institute (RVTI) will host upcoming in-person Level 1 and Level 2 classes in April. RVTI’s technician training…
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Expion360 Reports Q4, Full Year Results
Expion360, maker of lithium-ion battery power storage solutions, reported financial results for the fourth quarter and full year ended December…
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WSJ: Winnebago Faces Forecasting Challenge as RV Sales Drop
Winnebago Industries is facing a challenge with its financial forecasting, telling investors that, in a historically cyclical industry, its plummeting…
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Kunes Auto & RV Acquires New Wisconsin Store
Kunes Auto & RV Group announced the opening of its new store in Beloit, Rock County, Wisconsin. Purchased from Finley…
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Bureau of Land Management To Boost Internet Access, Reliability
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is updating regulations for developing and operating broadband infrastructure on public lands, in support…
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AAA: Don’t Get April Fooled by Wobbling Gas Prices
After an early spring surge, the national average for a gallon of gas drifted up and down by a fraction…
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Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony Opens Registration
It is that time of year to register your seats, tables and/or sponsorships for the 2024 RV/MH Hall of Fame…
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RVRA Launches Survey to Identify Rental Market Trends
The RV Rental Association (RVRA) is now conducting a survey of RV rental businesses to gauge the current state of…
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GEN-Y Hitch Appoints Western Sales Manager
GEN-Y Hitch has named Craig Antich its new Western sales manager. “I’m excited and fortunate for the opportunity with GEN-Y.…
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NRVTA’s Stephanie Henson Transitions to Family Businesses
Stephanie Henson, a prominent figure in the RV industry, is bidding farewell to her role at the National RV Training…
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RVTI Launches Expired Tech Reengagement Program
A new program from the RV Technical Institute (RVTI) is aiming to make it easy for RV technicians with expired…
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Go RVing Touts Announcement of ‘Biggest RV Innovation Ever’
The following was a News & Insights report from the RV Industry Association (RVIA). Mark your calendars and get ready to…
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UPI: Newer RV Owners Often ‘Shun Conventional Campgrounds’
The following is a report from UPI.com. With millions of new adventurers on the road in the last few years,…
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TAXA Unveils 2024 Mantis & Woolly Bear Models, New Rooftop Tents
TAXA Outdoors, manufacturer of lightweight, minimalist mobile habitats for outdoor experiences, announced the 2024 “evolutions” of its Mantis and Woolly…
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THOR Industries Announces Regular Quarterly Dividend
THOR Industries announced that, at its March 26 meeting, its board of directors approved the payment of a regular quarterly…
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RVDA & Fiserv Renew Provider Agreement
The Recreation Vehicle Dealers Association (RVDA) announced it has renewed its endorsed provider agreement with Fiserv, a global provider of…
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Registration Opens for Canadian Outdoor Hospitality Conference
The Canadian Camping and RV Association (CCRVA) and Camping In Ontario (CIO) announced the opening of registration for CampEx: Canadian…
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Web Exclusive: Dealer Backstock Simplifies the Wholesale Search
Earlier this month, Joshua Van Valkenburg launched Dealer Backstock, a new online wholesale trading program for dealers only. The platform…
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Markquart Family RV & Auto Acquires RV World in Minnesota
Performance Brokerage Services announced the sale of RV World in Ramsey, Minnesota, from Darren and Corrine Mann to Markquart Family…
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GE Appliances Introduces RV-Ready Electric Ignition Gas Ranges
GE Appliances, a Haier company, introduced new GE Profile electric ignition gas ranges to the RV industry. GE Profile developed…
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Indian Skies RV Resort Donates to Local Arizona Charities
Indian Skies RV Resort has donated about $12,400 to select local charities that support youth organizations, veterans and families in…
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‘RVing in New England’ Highlights the 2024 Quartzsite Crawl
The Weekly Facebook Live show RVing in New England, hosted by the New England RV Dealers Association (NERVDA), planned to…
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Meet 2024’s Women in Business Honorees
RV PRO is excited to announce this year’s 10 women who are changing the face of the RV industry. These…
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PRVCA Unveils Training RV for Technicians, Hershey Show Promotion
The Pennsylvania Recreation Vehicle and Camping Association (PRVCA) unveiled its new training RV to provide RV technicians with access to…
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L Catterton Invests in Storyteller Overland
L Catterton, a leading global consumer-focused investment firm, today announced a significant investment in Storyteller Overland. Since its founding in…
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Action RV, Jeremy Clements Racing Partner for Texas NASCAR Race
Action RV is teaming up with Jeremy Clements Racing (JCR) for the Andy’s Frozen Custard 300 at Texas Motor Speedway…
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Claire Skinner, Former Coachmen CEO & RVIA Chair, Dies
The following is a report from RVBusiness. Former Coachmen Industries CEO Claire Skinner, who also served as chair of the…
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RVIA Announces 2024 All-Industry Volunteer Day
The RV Industry Association (RVIA)’s Emerging Leaders Coalition is calling for volunteers to join its third annual All-Industry Volunteer Day.…
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Aqua-Hot Celebrates 40th Anniversary
Aqua-Hot, an Airxcel brand, will commemorate its 40th anniversary in 2024. Aqua-Hot, originally known as Vehicle Systems, was founded in…
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Society of Certified RV Pros Recognizes Industry Personnel
The Society of Certified RV Professionals recognized 23 individuals from nine participating dealerships who earned a new certification, and four…
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New Conversion Kit Helps Eliminate RV Blackwater
Branford, Connecticut-based Waterless Toilets introduced a new blackwater conversion kit to eliminate blackwater by retrofitting RVs and trailers of any…
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California Campgrounds Among Most Competitive in US
The Dyrt found in its 2024 Camping Report presented by The All-New Toyota Tacoma that California campers were nearly 30% more likely than campers…
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