A survey of RV manufacturers by the RV Industry Association found that in May, total RV shipments for the month numbered 30,919 units, a decrease of 38.8% compared to the record 50,529 units shipped in May 2022. To date, RV shipments are down 49.7% through May 31, with 140,735 units shipped.
“Summer is officially here and people across the country are using their RVs to create lasting memories with family and friends,” said RVIA President and CEO Craig Kirby. “RVing continues to be one the most economical ways to travel and for those looking to take an incredible vacation while also controlling their travel costs, RV dealerships nationwide have many affordable options to meet the demand.”
Towable RVs, led by conventional travel trailers, ended the month down 41.7% from last May with 26,559 shipments. Motorhomes finished the month down 12.2% compared to the same month last year with 4,320 units.
Park Model RVs finished May up 16.8% compared to the same month last year, with 480 wholesale shipments.
