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Finance Solution Starts 10th Year of Boosting RV Dealer Sales
Florida-based RV and boat financing company Finance Solution begins its tenth year of business in 2022. Since its founding, Finance…
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Edelmann Touts New Power Steering Fluid
Plews & Edelmann, a manufacturer and marketer of power steering components, hoses, automotive fittings, and turbo oil lines, has just…
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GM Sets Target of 600K Electric Pickups Per Year
General Motors is committing nearly $7 billion – the single largest investment in its history – toward building more electric…
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Tesla Cybertruck is Delayed Until 2023
Tesla will not be launching output of the Cybertruck EV pickup this year, as it focuses on increasing capacity at…
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Jobless Claims Trend Down as Omicron Disruptions Begin to Ease
First-time unemployment filings ticked lower for the first time in four weeks after notching a three-month high in the previous…
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NTP-STAG Expo Buzzing on Final Day
The final day of this year’s NTP-STAG Expo opened with a focus on something all businesses could learn: how to…
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Lippert Uses NTP-STAG Expo to Tout Innovation from its Subsidiaries
Lippert, parent company of towing products maker Curt Mfg., and RV appliance and electronics maker Furrion, used this week’s NTP-STAG…
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36th Fort Myers Show Kicks Off Thursday
The 36th Fort Myers RV Show rolls into the Lee Civic Center in Fort Myers, Fla., starting this Thursday and…
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GE Appliances Releases 2021 Economic Impact Report
GE’s Appliances division has released its 2021 Economic Impact Report, detailing what it calls “the most successful five-year period in…
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RVWA Touts In-Person Event in Elkhart
The RV Women’s Alliance (RVWA) is inviting everyone in the Elkhart, Ind., area to its first in-person event on Feb.…
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The Shyft Group’s Michael Dinkins Honored by Savoy Magazine
Michael Dinkins, a board member at The Shyft Group since 2020, was named one of the most influential Black corporate…
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Report: Microchip Shortage will Persist
The U.S. Commerce Department said Tuesday a survey of semiconductor chips producers and users shows a shortage will persist, sparked…
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Outdoor Industry Seeks Way to Assist EV Makers
“Recharging your batteries” is often cited as a reason people like to pursue outdoor activities. On its website, the RVIA…
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2021 Shipments Set All-Time Record
The monthly manufacturers survey by the RV Industry Association for December showed that total RV shipments ended 2021 with a…
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NTP-STAG Expo Kicks Off with Well-Attended Seminars
LAS VEGAS – The brand-new Ceasar’s Forum in Las Vegas is the site of this week’s 2022 NTP-STAG Expo, presented…
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RV Fixed Ops Certification Week is March 6-12
The Society of Certified RV Professionals, the RV Technical Institute (RVTI) and the Mike Molino RV Learning Center have designated…
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Tiffin Group Names Freddie Swinney National Sales Manager
Tiffin Group has announced that Freddie Swinney has been appointed as national sales manager. Most recently Swinney was a DSM…
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BMPRO Now Available Through NTP-STAG
NTP-STAG has officially added BMPRO to its RV Electronics category. The two companies said the partnership is set to build…
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VisionMenu Hires Top Industry Exec to Fuel Innovation
VisionMenu, provider of finance and insurance (F&I) software to the automotive industry, today announced the hiring of Steven Meeker as…
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Atlanta Camping & RV Show Opens January 27 at Atlanta Exposition Center
The Atlanta Camping & RV Show, Georgia’s largest indoor showcase of motorhomes, campers and RVs, opens this Friday and runs…
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Lippert Surpasses 550,000 Hours of Community Service with its ‘Culture of Caring’ Initiative
Lippert Components kicked off 2022 in a big way as it announced that team members have volunteered more than 550,000…
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Blog: Is a Changing RV Market Good for the Camping Community?
The author runs OutdoorMiles.com, a website focused on RVing, camping and other aspects of outdoor recreation. In two years, the…
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Play-mor, Forest River, Keystone, Heartland on Weekly NHTSA Recall List
The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration has issued its weekly vehicle notice, and several RV makers made the list. Play-Mor…
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Xponent Power Unveils Xpanse Solar Awning at Tacoma RV Show
Xponent Power showed its new Xpanse solar awning for RVs for the first time in public at the Tacome, Wash.,…
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Camping World Holdings Announces Increased Stock Repurchase Program
Camping World Holdings said that its Board of Directors has authorized an increase in its stock repurchase program after which…
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Sobel U. Announces Return of In-Person Spring Training
After successful completion of three in-person courses in both Atlanta, Ga., and Tacoma, Wash., this winter, Sobel University announced the…
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Music City Hosts a Successful Show
The following report comes from WTVF in Nashville, Tenn., the site of a large regional RV show that just ended…
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Inland Northwest RV Show Draws Big Crowds in the Evergreen State
This report comes from a Spokane, Wash., TV station, where the Inland Northwest RV show returned this weekend after a…
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KOA Report: Majority of Campers Plan to Camp Again in 2022
The KOA Monthly Research Report – January Edition projects that 70 percent of those who camped in 2021 plan to…
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Podcast Live Tuesday: Paul Bambei of ARVC
A new episode of RV PRO’s podcast, In Tow with RV PRO, will go live this Tuesday and features Paul…
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2022 NTP-STAG Expo Opens Tuesday in Las Vegas
The 2022 NTP-STAG Expo presented by Airxcel begins Tuesday at the new, state-of-the-art Caesars Forum in the heart of the…
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Happe Touts Winnebago’s EV RV on CNBC
Michael Happe, president and CEO at Winnebago Industries, appeared on CNBC’s “Power Lunch” program this week to promote the company’s…
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36th Annual Fort Myers RV Show Begins Thursday
The Fort Myers RV Show begins Thursday, Jan. 27, at the Lee Civic Center in Fort Myers, Fla., and runs…
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RVDA of Canada Opens Nominations for New Award
In honour of the association’s past chairman, RVDA of Canada announced the creation of a new award – the George Goodrick…
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Cleer Vision Expands Leadership Team
Elkhart, Ind.-based Cleer Vision, an Airxcel brand that manufacturers glass and windows, is making leadership changes in its Windows and…
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How Electric RVs Might Change Road Tripping
This week at the Florida RV SuperShow in Tampa, both Winnebago and THOR introduced the next generation of RVs: all-electric…
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Report: European RV Sales Set All-Time Record in 2021
Sales of new RVs in Europe rose 9.9 percent in 2021 – the most successful year in the history of…
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Intel Investing $20B in Ohio Chipmaking Facilities
Technology giant Intel Corp. plans to spend $20 billion on a massive chipmaking hub on the outskirts of Columbus, Ohio,…
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2022 Florida RV SuperShow Opens to New Record
The 2022 Florida RV SuperShow at the state fairgrounds in Tampa noted that day one saw more than 20,000 come…
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Ocean Bio-Chem Sees 18% Sales Increase
Florida-based Ocean Bio-Chem, parent company of various brands including Star brite, announced net sales in the third quarter of 2021…
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Micro-Air Taking it ‘Easy’ at the Tampa SuperShow
Allentown, N.J.-based Micro-Air is appearing at the 2022 Florida RV SuperShow this week in Tampa. The company will have its…
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RVIA Video: Maximize Your Membership
The RV Industry Association (RVIA) has put together an information and instructional video to help members learn about the wide…
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Nation Wide Products Acquires RV Air
Texas-based Nation Wide Products, which makes AC and HVAC-related products, has acquired RV Air, makers of RV air conditioner filter…
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After Year Off, RV Show Camps Out at Spokane County Fair
The SuperShow in Tampa is not the only RV show happening this week. The Inland Northwest RV Show & Sale…
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Isuzu and Cummins Announce Battery Electric Truck Collaboration
Cummins and Isuzu Motors Limited announced an agreement to create a prototype medium-duty, battery electric truck to demonstrate in North…
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New Jobless Claims Hit Three-Month High
Weekly new jobless claims unexpectedly jumped last week by the most since October, with some renewed virus-related disruptions at least…
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THOR Debuts Two Electric RV Concepts at the Florida RV SuperShow
TAMPA – In an invitation-only presentation at the 2022 Florida RV SuperShow, THOR Industries unveiled its eMobility strategy around electrification…
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Lippert Attends Tampa RV SuperShow
Lippert Components is an exhibitor at this week’s RV SuperShow, which begins today and runs through Sunday at the Florida…
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Storyteller Overland Buys Global X
Storyteller Overland, a manufacturer in the Class B RV Adventure Van space, announced Wednesday that it acquired Global Expedition Vehicles,…
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American Coach Unveils American Eagle 45E
American Coach will debut its 2022 American Eagle 45E at this week’s Florida RV SuperShow. American Coach is a luxury…
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Fleetwood Debuts Bounder 35GL for 2022
Fleetwood RV is introducing the 2022 Bounder 35GL at the Florida RV SuperShow. The company said the Bounder 35GL is…
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SuperSprings at Florida SuperShow
California-based SuperSprings International has a presence this week at the Florida SuperShow. The company said it purchased a 10-foot by…
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Registration for Virtual Sobel Course Extended to Jan. 25
Dealer demand due to market shifts and the need for RV-specific show selling skills have been the driving factors behind…
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Man Who Stole $900K from Trailer Firm Gets 4½ Years
Sentencing finally came for a man accused of embezzling nearly $1 million from his employer. The Elkhart Truth was in…
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Premium Guard Completes Acquisition of IPC Global Solutions
Premium Guard Inc., which makes automotive aftermarket filters and created PUREFLOW, a breathable air filtration technology, has completed its acquisition…
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InterMotive Announces VP Retirement and New Director Appointments
Tracy Weatherfield has retired after three years as vice president of operations at InterMotive. The company said that under his…
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SalVinco Offers New Aluminum LED Ceiling Light
RVers and boaters alike can be challenged when replacing older lights with attractive LED ceiling lights. SalVinco said its new…
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FMCA Announces Dates for March ’24 Rally
FMCA, a club for international RV owners, invites all RVers to make plans to attend its 108th International Convention &…
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Winnebago e-RV Details Unveiled
Winnebago Industries unveiled details of its e-RV, the first all-electric, zero-emission motorhome concept from a major RV manufacturer. Being introduced…
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THOR, Tech Nexus Partnership Targets ‘What’s Next’ in RV Technology
THOR Industries has entered into a strategic partnership with TechNexus Venture Collaborative. The partnership will identify and engage an ecosystem…
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RVTI Kicks Off Recruitment at Florida RV SuperShow
The RV Technical Institute (RVTI) is kicking off its year of recruitment this week at the 2022 Florida RV SuperShow.…
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Xtreme Outdoors Introduces the Little Guy Micro Max
Somerset, Penn.-based Xtreme Outdoors has introduced the Little Guy Micro Max, the newest addition to its Little Guy product line.…
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Truma Products Featured on Winnebago Micro Minnie FLX
The Truma AquaGo, the Truma VarioHeat and the all-new Truma Aventa will be highlighted on Winnebago Towables’ latest development at…
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New Tiffin Super C Features Aqua-Hot Hydronic Heating
The new Tiffin Allegro Bay Super-C motorhome class brings to the market a long list of amenities, and its all-electric…
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SpinCar Expands Sales AI Product into RV, Specialty Vehicle Markets
Software and technology company SpinCar announced the expansion of its Sales AI product into specialty vehicle markets. SpinCar said its…
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Cummins Completes 50% Acquisition of Momentum Fuel Technologies
Cummins and Rush Enterprises have closed on Cummins’ acquisition of 50 percent equity interest in Momentum Fuel Technologies from Rush…
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Brown & Brown Announces Senior Leadership Appointments
Insurance firm Brown & Brown Inc. has appointed Mary Raveling, Tom Kussurelis and Anurag Batta to its senior leadership team.…
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Diederich RV, KZ RV Donate to Make A Wish
KZ Recreational Vehicles and RV dealer Diederich RV donated a Sportsmen travel trailer to the Make A Wish Foundation of…
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Blog: Protecting Yourself Against a Data Breach
It’s not only good business practice – It’s the law. Business owners are responsible for protecting their customers’ personal information.…
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Thor Motor Coach Gears Up for Florida SuperShow
Thor Motor Coach will be showcasing more than 75 motorhomes at the annual Florida RV SuperShow this week at the…
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Way Interglobal Heading for the Sunshine State
Way Interglobal, an RV equipment and furnishings supplier and manufacturer, said it is excited to be heading south this week…
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Input Sought for Dealer Survey on RV Manufacturing Quality
RV PRO’s third annual survey on RV manufacturing quality is wrapping up soon. The survey, comprised of 15 questions, asks…
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Spokane Show Reflects Continued High Interest in RVs
The National RV Show returned to Spokane, Wash., this year after cancelling due to COVID last year. Organizers said even…
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Forest River on This Week’s NHTSA Recall List
The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration has released its weekly list of recalls, and several Forest River products are featured.…
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Connecticut News Outlet Details RV Retailer’s Latest Purchase
A local news outlet’s perspective on the latest RV Retailer acquisition. With the shell in place for a RV dealership,…
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Hellwig Rolls Out Two New Load Support Solutions
California-based Hellwig Suspension Products has released two new Helper Spring Kits for the 2020-22 Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra 3500…
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KOA Boasts Record Year in 2021
Kampgrounds of America (KOA) reports that 2021 was its best-ever in its 60 years of operation. The company had a…
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Keystone RV Strikes Exclusive Deal with Dragonfly Energy
Keystone RV and U.S.-based Dragonfly Energy, a battery technology company known for its popular Battle Born Lithium-ion brand, have entered…
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Spartan to Launch One-Touch Automatic Leveling System at Florida RV SuperShow
Spartan RV Chassis, a go-to-market brand of The Shyft Group, will exhibit at the 2022 Florida RV SuperShow and introduce…
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Nine Professionals Earn Certifications or are Recertified
The Society of Certified RV Professionals is pleased to recognize nine people from seven participating dealerships who earned a new…
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THOR’s LEAP Program Continues to Educate Students on the RV Industry
This past fall, THOR Industries partnered with schools across Elkhart County, Ind., to educate more than 2,900 students in 5th…
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Meyer Distributing Adds Aqua Leisure to its Portfolio
Meyer Distributing announced the addition of Aqua Leisure marine and outdoor products to its portfolio of companies. Aqua Leisure makes…
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Supreme Court Blocks Biden COVID Vaccine Mandate for Businesses
The U.S. Supreme Court voted 6 to 3 on Thursday to block enforcement of the Biden Administration’s Executive Order, which…
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Northern Indiana Hospitals Brace for New COVID Surge
Jam-packed emergency rooms and intensive-care units. Patients overflowing into hallways. The scenes are becoming routine in area hospitals, as they…
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Exclusive: Meyer Distributing Show Attracts Hundreds
FRENCH LICK, Ind. – The historic French Lick Resort has hosted multiple presidents, movie stars and music icons over the…
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Exclusive: Arrow Distributing Show a Success
LAS VEGAS – By all accounts, this week’s Arrow Distributing show at the Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino was a…
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Foland Sales Touts 2022 Aftermarket Show
Foland Sales is returning to an in-person show this year, slated for Jan. 19-20 at the Rivers Casino & Resort…
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Winnebago to Unveil New Towables at Florida Show
Winnebago said its towables will take center stage at the upcoming Florida RV SuperShow, with debuts such as its new…
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REV Group Details Florida Show Displays, Activities
REV Recreation Group said it will have a significant presence at the 2022 Florida RV SuperShow, slated Jan. 19-23 in…
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RVIA Appoints Vice President of Membership, Research
The RV Industry Association (RVIA) announced the promotion of Bill Baker to vice president of membership and research. The association…
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Canadian Associations Voice Vaccine Mandate Concerns for U.S. Truckers
The RV Dealers Association of Canada (RVDA of Canada) and the Canadian RV Association (CRVA) have joined together to express…
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Kampgrounds of America Promotes Senior Director
Kampgrounds of America (KOA) has promoted Kim Wootteon to senior director of OAK marketing and revenue management. In this new…
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Lippert Releases Inaugural Sustainability Report
LCI Industries today issued its inaugural corporate sustainability report (CSR Report), touted as a milestone in Lippert’s sustainability management within…
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Huebner Integrated Marketing Appoints New President
Huebner Integrated Marketing today announced that Ashton Belk, current director of client services, has been promoted to president. Her appointment…
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Strong Boat Sales Reported for 2021
The National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) announced that 2021 powerboat sales are expected to surpass 300,000 units for the second…
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Grote Industries Expands Mexico Facility
Grote Industries announced an expansion of its engineering and production facility in Monterrey, Mexico – namely Grote Industries de Mexico.…
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Baird Survey: Dealer Optimism Wavers, Still Positive
The latest Baird survey showed dealer optimism on current market conditions wavered compared to last month’s findings but remains positive.…
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Flooring Product, Design Hub Coming to Elkhart
Shaw Industries Group (Shaw) announced today a new product and design hub opening in Elkhart, Ind., with customers anticipated in…
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Lippert Touts Formula Upgrade
Lippert announced today a formula upgrade for all powder coatings on chassis out of its Goshen and Middlebury, Ind., locations,…
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Rieco-Titan Announces Passing of Owner Sharon McCarthy
Rieco-Titan Products, a supplier of RV parts and accessories, announced today the death of Sharon McCarthy, the company’s owner and…
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