The RV Industry Association’s monthly survey of manufacturers that total shipments for March were 31,869, a 50.8% decrease from the 64,778 shipment shipped in March 2022. That figure is nearly in line with the year-to-date drop of 54.3%, which is a decrease to 78,600 units through Q1.
“As camping season approaches, the RV industry continues to produce innovative products that will open the door for great outdoor experiences,” said RVIA President and CEO Craig Kirby. “As consumers head to RV dealerships across the country this spring and summer, they will find many affordable options across all product types that will help them begin a journey towards a lifetime of memorable RV and camping experiences with friends and family.”
Towable RVs, led by conventional travel trailers, ended the month down 53.7% compared to last March with 27,404 shipments. For motorhomes, the drop was less severe: finishing the month down 20.2% compared to the same month last year with 4,465 units.
Park model RVs finished March up 42.9% compared to the same month last year, with 540 wholesale shipments.
