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Lippert Leadership Partners With Detroit’s Life Remodeled
In collaboration with the Detroit-based nonprofit Life Remodeled, Lippert said it will have a chance to extend its community outreach…
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Coleman-Mach Marks Milestone for 9M A/C Units Built
Coleman-Mach, an Airxcel brand, hit a major milestone with the production of its 9 millionth AC unit. The company held…
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SuperSprings International Bolsters Leadership Team
SuperSprings International, a manufacturer and innovator of suspension solutions for RVs, trucks and automobiles, announced a strategic enhancement to its…
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Truma Brings Saphir Air Conditioner to North America
Truma North America has added a new air conditioner to its North American system offerings: the Truma Saphir. The Saphir…
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GoCamp Launches New Technology
GoCamp introduced new technology for camper van rentals, capitalizing on the continued growth of the outdoor adventure sector. GoCamp’s unique…
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Job Openings Increase in August, To Fed’s Dismay
The number of open jobs in the U.S. increased in August, raising questions of whether the job market is cooling…
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Tom Kline: NASA Makes a Good Role Model
Dealer consultant Tom Kline, owner of Better Vantage Point, is on the road again, and this month’s post is from…
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MARVAC Hosting 34th Annual Fall Detroit RV & Camping Show
The Michigan Association of RVs and Campgrounds (MARVAC) presents the 34th annual Fall Detroit RV & Camping Show beginning this…
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Airstream App Integrates With Apple CarPlay
Airstream said that its Airstream Smart Control connected vehicle app will soon be available in Apple CarPlay, enhancing the RV…
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Shyft Group, Rush Enterprises Partner to Deliver Blue Arc EVs
The Shyft Group has finalized an agreement with Rush Enterprises, which operates the largest network of commercial vehicle dealerships in…
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Let’s Go Aero Builds New Style eBike Rack
Let’s Go Aero has introduced the new V-Lectric Folding Rack, or VFR for short – an e-motorbike carrier that offers…
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Featured RVs on This Week’s NHTSA Recall List
The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration released its weekly vehicular recall list, and the follow RV companies were named. Winnebago…
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Cummins Secures Key Supply Chain Piece
Cummins said its Cummins Emission Solutions has completed its acquisition of two Faurecia commercial vehicle manufacturing plants and their related…
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Truma Celebrates 10th Anniversary During Open House Week
With tables full of business partners, key employees and other supporters, Truma kicked off its 10th anniversary celebration of doing…
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Campers Unlimited Opens Second Alabama Location
Founded in Gadsden, Alabama, in 2009, Campers Unlimited said it is thrilled to open a second location in Oxford, about…
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Firefly Reservations Joins National ARVC as a Select Partner
he National Association of RV Parks and Campgrounds (National ARVC) has partnered with Firefly Reservations, a provider of reservation management…
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Society of Certified RV Professionals Recognizes Recent Grads
The Society of Certified RV Professionals said it is pleased to recognize seven individuals from six participating dealerships who earned…
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Fed’s Preferred Inflation Measure Sees Slowest Monthly Gain Since 2020
The Federal Reserve’s preferred inflation metric grew at its slowest pace on a monthly basis since late 2020 during August,…
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ORR President Speaks Out Against Government Shutdown
Jessica Wahl Turner, president of the Outdoor Recreation Roundtable, urged lawmakers on Capitol Hill to consider the negative effects a…
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Grote Industries to Receive Innovation Excellence Award
The Indiana Manufacturers Association will host the Indiana Manufacturers Hall of Fame Luncheon on Wednesday, Oct. 18, where Grote Industries,…
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Go RVing Report Finds Female RVers on the Rise
The September 2023 Trends report from Go RVing takes note of the increase in female RV ownership and the continued…
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Jayco Presents Annual Founders Award
During its 2023 Dealer Homecoming Event in Las Vegas, Jayco presented its most prestigious award to Terrytown RV of Grand…
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Cummins, Partners Inch Closer to Bringing Natural Gas Engine to Market
Phoenix-based Knight Transportation, part of Knight-Swift Transportation Holdings and the industry’s largest full truckload company, said it has been successfully…
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RVshare, Grounded Partner on Electric RV Rental Program
RVshare has debuted a new partnership with electric RV startup, Grounded, to bring a pioneering electric RV rental program to…
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Power Supplier ARCO Launches New Alternator Regulator
ARCO has announced a new line of high-energy products, starting with the ARCO Zeus High-Energy Alternator Regulator. Zeus is the…
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New RVIA Board Members Have Been Chosen
Voting for the 2024 RV Industry Association board of directors election closed on Monday, and the final results are in.…
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Tonight: RVing in New England Hosts Descend on Open House
The intrepid hosts of the weekly Facebook live show “RVing in New England” left the chowder and crab cakes behind…
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Thibert Partners with Laboratoire Hygienex on 3 RV Maintenance Brands
Thibert, a distributor of RV accessories, has entered an exclusive partnership with Canada’s Laboratoire Hygienex for the RV Boss, Magic…
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Con/Expo Workshop to Cover Lead Generation, Customer Retention
RV industry veteran and Sobel University President Jered Sobel will lead a workshop at the RV Dealers Convention/Expo in November…
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From $7K to $400K, Hundreds of RVs Expected at Michigan Camping Show
Hundreds of RVs – ranging in price from $6,995 to $400,000 – will be on display at an upcoming Michigan…
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Maxxsonics to Attend 2023 IBEX Show
Maxxsonics will be attending the 2023 IBEX Show Oct. 3 – 5 at the Tampa Convention Center in Tampa, Florida.…
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Kampgrounds of America Executive Assistant Receives Leadership Award
Tonia Wiseman was presented with the prestigious Leadership Award at the Pacific Northwest Admin Awards in Seattle, Washington. Wiseman is…
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RVWA Hosts Third Annual Open House Breakfast
One thing was clear Tuesday morning at the Open House breakfast hosted by the RV Women’s Alliance (RVWA) – good…
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THOR’s Earnings Reflect ‘Down-Cycle’ Period, but CEO is Optimistic
Reflecting a dramatically changed landscape from a year ago, THOR Industries reported net sales in the 2023 fiscal fourth quarter…
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Grand Design RV’s Reflection Debuts its Budget-Conscious ‘100 Series’
Grand Design RV announced its latest innovation within its Reflection brand lineup – the 100 Series, a more budget-friendly fifth…
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Heartland RVs Intros New Fifth Wheel, the Corterra
Heartland RVs has introduced its new mid-tier fifth wheel model, the Corterra, just in time for Open House. Named for…
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Storyteller Overland Delivers Class C Adventure Truck
Alabama-based Storyteller Overland used Open House in Elkhart, Indiana, this week to unveil its new Class C adventure truck, called…
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Truma Systems Featured on Revamped Off Grid Trailers Model
Truma announced that one of its OEM partners, Off Grid Trailers, is rolling out two completely redesigned overland camping trailers:…
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RVIA Schedules EV Charging Webinar
The RV Industry Association has scheduled a webinar the first week of October titled “EV Webinar: Pull-Thru Charging is Critical…
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KOA Pledges Continued Support for Corporate Social Responsibility
Kampgrounds of America renewed its dedication to corporate social responsibility (CSR) through the recent submission of its 2023 Outdoor CEO…
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RV Shipments Down 45% for Year
Results for the RV Industry Association’s August 2023 survey of manufacturers found that total RV shipments ended the month with…
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Thor Motor Coach Launches the Ultimate Camper Vans for Off-Roading
Thor Motor Coach is showing off what it calls its latest camper van innovations at Dealer Open House in Elkhart,…
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REV Rec Group on Hand at Open House
REV Recreation Group said it had a very strong showing at America’s Largest RV Show in Hershey, Pennsylvania. “We had…
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Ember RV Introduces E-Series
Ember Recreational Vehicles has introduced the new E-Series, what it calls a lightweight-laminated, price-conscious travel trailer, on the first day…
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TAXA Outdoors Shows ’24 Lineup at Open House
TAXA Outdoors, makers of lightweight, garageable adventure vehicles, is participating in Open House this year in Elkhart, Indiana. It started…
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Panel on Cash Flow Mgt. Slated for RVDA Con/Expo
A panel of finance management experts from Moss Adams will provide guidance on effective cash flow management and floorplan financing…
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KOA Becomes VetFran Member
Kampgrounds of America, the company known as KOA, is excited to announce its recent designation as a VetFran member, reinforcing…
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Voyager RV Centre’s Initiative Making Significant Local Impact
British Columbia, Canada-based Voyager RV Centre’s charitable campaign is making significant strides in 2023. Named “Voyager Cares,” the local dealership’s…
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Jon Mulder of Volta Power on the Newest In Tow with RV PRO
What’s the status of electric-powered RVs at the present time, and what we can expect in the near future, is…
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RV PRO Unveils 40 Under 40 Class of 2023
RV PRO is proud to present the chosen honorees for its fourth annual 40 Under 40 recognition. Each year, 40…
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Dometic Now Offering Go Power! 48V Air Conditioner
Dometic will unveil its latest innovation at the Elkhart Open House next week – a 48-volt air conditioner. Designed to…
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Thor Motor Coach Unveils Class A RV Innovations
Thor Motor Coach said it has several new Class A RV models debuting at Open House next week. First is…
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Chinook to Debut Several New Features at Open House
Chinook RV announced the release of its Direct Fire Suppression System and other features as well, including the availability of…
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inTech Bringing Several New Units to Open House
inTech is promising a “wow” to visitors to its display area at Open House next week. “We are thrilled to…
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Full RVDA Con/Expo Schedule Now Available Online
A preliminary schedule of educational workshops, meetings and events during the 2023 RV Dealers Convention Expo on the event’s website. The…
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Ember RVs Welcomes Another Bontrager as Adviser
Derald Bontrager joined the management team of Ember Recreational Vehicles in an advisory role, as well as a shareholder. Bontrager…
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Arterra Rebrands as WFCO Technologies
Arterra Distribution, supplier of WFCO power conversion products, will now be known as “WFCO Technologies” as part of a re-branding…
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Coachmen Highlighting What’s New at Open House
Coachmen RV is drawing attention to its two newest floorplans it will have on display at Open House. One is…
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Sunset Park RV To Host Bowling Night at Open House
Sunset Park RV, makers of ultra-lightweight RVs, announced its much-anticipated 2023 Dealer Open House next week. For Sunset, it will…
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Equal-i-zer Hitch Celebrates Employee’s 27 years
Equal-i-zer Hitch is congratulating Rich Elliott, vice president of sales and marketing, for having spent 27 years at the company.…
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Let’s Go Aero Launches Expanded Jack-IT Products
Let’s Go Aero, a company focused on innovative outdoor gear transportation, announced its new expanded Jack-IT family of products. Building…
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KOA Survey: Significant Increase in Fall and Winter Camping Expected
Kampgrounds of America’s monthly research report for September said that most campers – 85% – are planning fall trips for…
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Mortgage Rates Top 7% for Sixth Straight Week
The 30-year average mortgage rate rose to 7.19% this week from 7.18% the week before, according to Freddie Mac. The…
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THOR Co-Leads Funding Round for EV Partner, Harbinger Motors
THOR Industries and its investment partner TechNexus Venture Collaborative were the co-leaders of a funding round for California-based Harbinger Motors,…
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Lippert to Show New Products & Innovations at Open House
Lippert announced several dealer opportunities it will have during Open House Week, specifically on Wednesday and Thursday, Sept. 27 and…
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Blue Compass RV Completes Northeast Brand Rollout
Blue Compass RV completed its rebranding effort in the major RV markets across the Northeast including New York, Connecticut, Pennsylvania,…
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Garmin Acquires JL Audio
Garmin completed its acquisition of JL Audio, a privately held U.S. company that designs and manufactures audio solutions for marine,…
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Dexter Introduces New Aluminum Oil Caps
Dexter, a manufacturer of trailer axles and trailer brakes, has introduced a bolt-on and threaded aluminum oil cap bearing protection…
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Outdoor Hospitality’s State and Future Slated at ARVC Expo
A distinguished panel will be giving their opinions on the current state of the outdoor hospitality industry as part of…
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RVing in New England to Spotlight the Value of Tech Training
With all the talk of first-time buyers in the industry, who’s training them on how to care for and maintain…
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RVWA Names New Managing Director
The RV Women’s Alliance (RVWA) recently hired experienced association management professional Patricia Carrera to serve as the organization’s new managing…
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Dragonfly Energy Claims Breakthrough in Lithium-Ion Battery Recycling
Dragonfly Energy Holdings, makers of Battle Born Batteries and energy storage solutions, in collaboration with Aqua Metals, pioneers in sustainable…
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Cruiser RV Unveils ‘Luxury-Level’ Avenir
Cruiser RV announced the newest model to its lineup, the Avenir. According to the company, the Avenir “includes a fresh,…
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RVshare Introduces ChatGPT Plug-In
RVshare has rolled out a brand-new ChatGPT plug-in that it said will act as a virtual travel agent for RVshare…
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RVTI Adds Admin Assistant to Staff
The RV Technical Institute (RVTI) has hired Wenona Hays as its new administrative assistant. “I have a bachelor’s degree in…
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PRVCA Reflects Back on 54th Annual Hershey Show
Beautiful weather brought out the crowds for the 54th America’s Largest RV Show, organizers said. A total of 45,535 people…
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Storyteller Overland Recognized as ‘Champion of Women’
Alabama-based Storyteller Overland, makers of Class B and adventure vehicles, has been named a finalist for the Champion of Women…
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RVDA Con/Expo Workshops on Building Customer Satisfaction and Loyalty
Softer RV sales increase the importance of a dealership’s service department and good service can bring in potential new buyers.…
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Pro Sports Agents ‘Athletes First’ Teams With Winnebago
Athletes First (A1), the premier football representation agency, announced an innovative partnership with Winnebago and the official launch of the…
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Meyer Opens Louisiana Crossdock Location
Meyer Distributing announced its new Alexandria, Louisiana, crossdock. The crossdock will have a direct feed from Meyer’s Arlington, Texas, distribution…
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Increased F&I Profitability Slated at RVDA Con/Expo
RV industry veteran Jamison Carrier will help bring dealers increased profitability in their F&I departments with a workshop designed to…
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RV Recalls on This Week’s NHTSA List
The following are this week’s RV-related recalls announced by the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration. Ford Motor Co. is recalling…
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Education, Legislative News and Fun Made Up 43rd FRTVA Convention
The Florida RV Trade Association (FRVTA) held its 43rd convention earlier this month at the Marriott Harbor Beach Resort in…
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Pop Star Pink and Family Attend Hershey Show
If you attended an RV show in Hershey, Pennsylvania this weekend and thought you saw Pink there, you weren’t imagining…
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Eberspächer to Have Presence at Open House Week
Eberspächer will be showcasing its products at the outdoor portion of Open House Week in Elkhart, Indiana, next week. The…
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Forest River Announces Live Music for Open House Week
As a “thank you” to its dealers, Forest River will again host live entertainment for the 14th annual Forest River…
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Shyft Group Publishes 2023 Sustainability Report
The Shyft Group has published its 2023 sustainability report, Charging Towards a Sustainable Future, highlighting the company’s sustainability activities, performance…
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RVDA Con/Expo Offers Multiple Sales, Success Workshops
The upcoming RV Dealers Convention/Expo will offer timely workshops to help dealerships drive sales and thrive in the current market.…
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TMC Brings New Super C Floorplans to Hershey
Thor Motor Coach has brought a fleet of 70 units to America’s Largest RV Show in Hershey, Pennsylvania, this week.…
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TireMinder App Now Integrates With Apple CarPlay
TireMinder, makers of tire pressure monitoring systems for RVs, has introduced an enhancement to its TireMinder Lite app: integration with…
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Encore RV Launches New Product Line
Encore RV is launching a product line called VENŪ. The first model is called a 10KB and will debut at…
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Outside Van Announces Boutique Dealer Network Strategy
Adventure-focused Class B manufacturer Outside Van said it has struck a strategic sales partnership with Van Land in Santa Rosa, California,…
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Nikki Booker Is Newest RVIA Standards Inspector
Nikki Booker has joined RVIA’s standards inspection program as its newest inspector. The RV Industry Association’s standards inspection program consists…
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2024 RVIA Leadership Conference Set for March
The RV Industry Association (RVIA)’s 2024 Leadership Conference will be held March 5-7, 2024, in Bonita Springs, Florida. The 2023…
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‘America’s Largest RV Show’ Draws Long Lines on Day One
Wednesday is Day One of what’s known as “America’s Largest RV Show” in Hershey, Pennsyvania. The 54th edition of the…
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Black Book: Towable Prices Finally Falling
Wholesale prices heading into the home stretch of 2023 are following overall market trends, with the difference being that towable…
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Aliner Rolls Out First Solar-Powered A-Frame
Aliner has introduced what it says is the first folding camper in the industry to be powered by solar and…
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Winnebago Debuts New Access, Solis Pocket at Hershey Show
Winnebago will have more than 90 RVs on display at America’s Largest RV Show this week, including the new Winnebago…
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TMC Unveils New Floorplans at 2023 Hershey Show
Thor Motor Coach will showcase a fleet of more than 70 units in Hershey, including toy haulers, Class As, Class…
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2023 RV Aftermarket Parts & Accessories Survey Results Are Out
The 2023 Aftermarket Parts and Accessories Customer Survey, conducted for the RV Industry Association (RVIA), provides a deep analysis of…
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