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Waytek, Switch Components Form Distribution Partnership
Waytek, specialty distributor of automotive electrical components, announced a product expansion with the manufacturer Switch Components. Effective immediately, Waytek will…
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Scout Campers Partners With Expion360
Expion360, maker of in lithium-ion battery power storage solutions, announced a new partnership with Scout Campers, a subsidiary of Adventurer…
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Shortages, Higher Prices Possible if Port Workers Strike Continues
The following is a report from the Associated Press. U.S. ports from Maine to Texas shut down Tuesday when the…
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Industry Veteran Dale Laverne Wise Dies
The following obituary for Dale Wise was published by The Elkhart Truth and Legacy.com. Dale Laverne Wise of Wakarusa, Indiana,…
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Texan RV Park & Campus Names New General Manager
The Texan RV Park and Campus, home of the National RV Training Academy (NRVTA), announced the appointment of Heather Bradley…
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Supplies Arrive by Plane, Mule Amid Hurricane Helene Destruction
The following is a report from the Associated Press (AP). Widespread devastation left behind by Hurricane Helene came to light Monday across…
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OHI Foundation Seeks Donations for Disaster Relief Support
The Outdoor Hospitality Industry (OHI) Foundation is seeking further help to support its disaster relief efforts as requests for such support continues to…
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Port Workers Strike on East, Gulf Coasts
The following is a report from the New York Times, as mentioned by the RV Industry Association. For the first…
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Valterra Names New Sales Development Manager
Valterra Products, a Dometic sanitation division, announced the addition of Liane Reid to its team as sales development manager. With…
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Supersede Debuts Marine-Grade Plywood Replacement
Supersede, a company aiming to replace conventional wood-based building materials in manufacturing and construction, announced the launch of the “world’s…
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Firefly Integrations Updates 2024 Training Academy Schedule
Firefly Integrations’ technician training program will be across several North American cities throughout the rest of 2024. Each session is…
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Sun Communities Safe From Hurricane Helene Damage
Michigan-based Sun Communities, a real estate investment trust (REIT) that owns and operates, or has an interest in, manufactured housing…
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Overfuel Study Addresses Auto Industry’s ‘Failure of Online Consumers’
Overfuel, a website solutions provider for automotive, RV, marine and powersports dealers, released a new study following a performance analysis…
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Revatek Launches Alternator Regulators for High-Power Battery Systems
Revatek launched the Altion and Altion Max, alternator regulators that set a new standard for charging and managing high-power battery…
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Northpoint Commercial Finance Bronze Partner of RVDA Con/Expo
The RV Dealers Association (RVDA) announced that Northpoint Commercial Finance will return as a bronze partner for the 2024 RV Dealers…
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Leveraging AIAs for Dealership Success
As shoppers spend more time online, the success of RV dealerships increasingly hinges on their ability to connect with potential…
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Erwin Hymer Group Reports Record Results
In the 2023/24 fiscal year, THOR Industries achieved a turnover of $10.04 billion with just over 22,000 employees and 186,908…
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California Passes AB 1755: A Win for Consumers & RV Industry
California’s passage of Assembly Bill 1755, signed by the governor on Sept. 29, marks a significant step forward in streamlining…
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RVDA Con/Expo Workshop To Focus on Building Customer Relations
During a workshop at the upcoming RV Dealers Convention/Expo, Mark Goldsmith, a national trainer with iA Dealer Services, will conduct…
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ASA Electronics Announces ‘14Forty Designs’ Graphics Printing
Spearheaded by CEO and founder of ASA Tom Irions and 20-year industry veteran Doug Graham, Jr., 14Forty Designs introduces itself…
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Covercraft Adds Business & Operations Veterans to Staff
Covercraft announced the addition of two top-level veterans to their staff. Jim Chick and Travis Jansen have joined the company…
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RVWA Charity Drive Partners With ‘I Support the Girls’
The RV Women’s Alliance (RVWA) announced the launch of their donation drive in partnership with ‘I Support the Girls’ (ISTG),…
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Torklift Central Kicks Off 12th Annual Turkey Drive
Torklift Central is excited to announce the start of the Turkey Challenge, an annual food drive aimed at supporting families…
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Fantasy RV Tours & AdventureGenie Form Strategic Partnership
Fantasy RV Tours, provider of guided RV vacations, and AdventureGenie, an AI-powered travel tool for planning camping and RV trips,…
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ORR Welcomes Report Supporting Economic Development through Outdoor Recreation
The Outdoor Recreation Roundtable (ORR) welcomed the release of a new report from the Departments of the Interior, Agriculture and…
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NHTSA Lists Weekly Recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued the following weekly vehicular recalls: Triple E Recreational Vehicles is recalling certain Triple…
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Outdoorsy Group Exceeds $3B in Sales, Plans European Expansion
The Outdoorsy Group, a travel and hospitality company that operates a consumer marketplace for recreational vehicles, insurance and real estate,…
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Fogatti Unveils Kitchen Appliance Range at Supplier’s Show
At the recently concluded RV Supplier’s Show, Fogatti Inc. showcased its new range of kitchen appliances designed to enhance the…
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Newbook Launches Booking Platform for RV Parks & Campgrounds
Newbook, provider of hospitality management solutions, announced the launch of its newly redesigned Newbook Online booking platform, updated to increase…
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M&T Bank Becomes Bronze Partner for RVDA Con/Expo
The RV Dealers Association (RVDA) welcomed M&T Bank of Buffalo, New York, as a bronze partner for the 2024 RV…
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Hawkes Outdoors Appoints Kristen Ramirez as President
San Antonio, Texas-based Hawkes Outdoors announced the appointment of Kristen Ramirez as president. Ramirez will lead the company into its…
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Registration Now Open for OHI’s School of Outdoor Hospitality for 2025
OHI (Outdoor Hospitality Industry) announced that registration is now open for the George O’Leary National School of Outdoor Hospitality, returning…
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Port Workers Strike Could Snarl the Supply Chain
The following is a report from USA TODAY. Americans could face high prices and shortages again this holiday season but…
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AAA: Pump Prices Pause as a Hurricane Comes Ashore
The national average for a gallon of gas wobbled by a few cents before ending up where it started a…
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Your Personnel Need Your Personal Attention
In many of my columns since 2005, I have presented the importance of turning your parts and accessories inventories with…
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RVIA Unveils Election Results for 2025 Board of Directors
Voting for the 2025 RV Industry Association (RVIA) Board of Directors election closed on Monday, Sept. 23, and the final results…
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Congressional Action on De Minimis Loophole Urged by RVIA
The RV Industry Association (RVIA) has taken a significant step in advocating for the protection of American manufacturing by urging…
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‘Fore the Kids’ Golf Tournament Raises $20K for Care Camps Foundation
Kampgrounds of America (KOA) recently held the third annual Fore the Kids Golf Tournament, a fundraising event to support the…
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RVTI’s Hemmeler Talks Increased Tech Demand on Girl Camper Podcast
Ahead of the RV Technical Institute (RVTI)’s fifth anniversary (on Sept. 28), Executive Director Curtis Hemmeler has been featured on…
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RVTV Now Available to DIRECTV Streaming Customers
Cannella Media DTC announced the launch of RVTV on DIRECTV. The new distribution agreement further extends RVTV’s reach, making its…
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New Ion Air Gun Eliminates Static in Electronics Manufacturing
EXAIR’s Intellistat Ion Air Gun is a handheld and lightweight solution to static elimination in clean processes, electronic test facilities,…
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Last Look at Open House 2024: Slideshow
Before bidding farewell to this year’s Open House, RV PRO explored more of what’s new, novel and upgraded for the…
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RVTI’s Class Schedule for October
The RV Technical Institute (RVTI) has announced the schedule for upcoming technician training classes for October. The class schedule: Level…
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Dura Faucet Stays Ahead of Design Trends
Dura Faucet’s website proclaims the company eats, breathes and sleeps RV faucets. In an interview with Darrell Higgins, general manager…
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Maintain Solid RV Sales Amid a Slower Economy
The RV industry, after peaking in 2020 and 2021, is returning to pre-pandemic sales levels. With record-high credit debt and…
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Rollick Unveils Inventory Marketing Experience for MAXX-D Trailer Dealers
Rollick, a leader in digital retail solutions for the RV, marine and trailer industries, announced the launch of a new…
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Aliner Introduces Evolution Series Updates
At the Elkhart Dealer Show, Aliner unveiled 2025 updates to its Evolution Series, which includes the Evolution 12, 15, 15…
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Thor Motor Coach Unveils 2025 Super C Motorhomes
Thor Motor Coach (TMC) unveiled its latest 2025 Super C RVs. The new Omni and Magnitude models, built on the…
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August Wholesale Shipments Up 3.7%
Results for the RV Industry Association (RVIA)’s August 2024 survey of manufacturers found that total RV shipments ended the month…
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RVWA Recognizes Companies That Champion Women
During the RV Women’s Alliance (RVWA) Educational Symposium, the alliance will present the Champion of Women Award to a company…
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Forest River Returns as RVDA Con/Expo Bronze Sponsor
The RV Dealers Association (RVDA) announced that Forest River is returning as a bronze partner for the 2024 RV Dealers…
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Australia’s Arizon Off-Grid Launches Latest Lithium Offering
Australia-based Arizon Off-Grid will next week unveil its latest 12.8-volt 460Ah lithium battery to help caravanners power their off-grid dream…
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NMLA’s Marine Lenders Conference Wraps in Virginia
Over 140 attendees representing 73 marine finance and related marine industry businesses gathered Sept. 22-24 for another successful conference hosted…
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OHI Hires Senior Manager of Member Experience
Outdoor Hospitality Industry (OHI) announced the hiring of Maris Brennan as the new senior manager of member experience. Brennan brings…
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Open House 2024: Day Two Slideshow
RV PRO kicked off day 2 at both the RV Women’s Alliance (RVWA) breakfast and THOR Industries‘ breakfast — read…
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THOR Reports $2.53B in Q4 Net Sales
THOR Industries announced financial results for its fourth fiscal quarter ended July 31, 2024. “Our teams delivered solid performances as…
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KZ Unveils Reimagined Sportster X Toy Hauler
KZ Recreational Vehicles announced the launch of the all-new Sportster X Toy Hauler fifth wheels and travel trailers. Formerly known…
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Thor Motor Coach Introduces New All-Wheel Drive Motorhomes
Thor Motor Coach announced its newest 2025 all-wheel-drive models. Designed to meet the needs of seasoned RV enthusiasts and newcomers…
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Genesis & Tiffin Partner on New Wayfarer XRW Interior
Genesis Products announced it has partnered with Tiffin on the launch of the new Wayfarer XRW Class C, featured at…
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Networking & Giving Back at RVWA Breakfast, Plus THOR, nuCamp & More
Breaking out of your comfort zone to pursue personal — and professional — growth was the theme of the talk…
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Fun Town RV Acquires Kikos Kountry RV in Arkansas
Texas-based Fun Town RV announced the acquisition of Kikos Kountry RV in Cabot, Arkansas. Kikos Kountry is located at 2818…
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Improving Fixed Operations on RVDA Con/Expo Workshop Agenda
DealerPRO will be presenting three workshops at the upcoming RV Dealers Convention Expo aimed at helping improve fixed operations success…
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Air Lift Co. Debuts Combo Kits for Ram 1500
Aftermarket air suspension specialist Air Lift Company is now offering a combo kit for Ram 1500 owners. Our first one-purchase…
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KOA Partners With Outdoor Gear Brand for Camping Season
Kampgrounds of America (KOA) has partnered with premium outdoor gear brand RTIC Outdoors to combine forces for the ultimate camping…
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DRV Reveals New 2025 Updates at Open House
DRV Luxury Suites will be sharing its 2025 model year updates at the 2024 Open House happening Sept. 23-25. New…
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Newmar Launches Grand Star Super C
Newmar announced today at the 2024 Elkhart Dealer Open House its latest innovation: the 2026 Grand Star Super C. The…
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Truma Brings Gasoline Option to Combi Offerings
Truma North America announced its Truma Combi G, the Germany-based company’s first gasoline-powered system for North America. It is a…
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Fun Town RV Acquires Dealership in Rockford, Michigan
Fun Town RV announced its acquisition of Northtown Motor Homes Inc. in Rockford, Michigan, located at 10947 Northland Drive NE,…
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BMO Returns as Bronze Partner for RVDA Con/Expo
The RV Dealers Association (RVDA) announced that long-time sponsor, BMO Bank N.A. will return as a bronze partner for the 2024…
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Iconic British Brand Meets Vintage Cruiser, Plus More From Open House
The skies may be gray and the temperature chilly, but that hasn’t stopped anyone from kicking off Open House Week…
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Open House 2024: Day One Slideshow
RV PRO returned to the annual Open House in Elkhart, Indiana, eager to see in person the new models, floorplans…
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THOR Industries, Harbinger Collaborate on First Hybrid Class A
THOR Industries unveiled the world’s first hybrid Class A motorhome, the THOR Test Vehicle, the company said in a release.…
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NHTSA Lists Weekly Recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued the following weekly vehicular recalls: Winnebago Industries is recalling certain 2025 Winnebago View,…
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RecNation Announces Expansion Into California, 65th Location
RecNation Storage, owner, operator and developer of specialized RV and marine storage facilities, announced its most recent acquisition with an…
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Alliance RV Unveils New ‘Benchmark’ Brand
Alliance RV has announced that its destination trailer brand, Benchmark, will be unveiled during Open House. “Responding to the increasing…
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Protective’s Sheldon Helps Dealers in an Uneven Economy
For those feeling battered from an economy as uneven as the Rocky Mountains, the RV Dealers Association (RVDA) announced a…
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Grand Design Shines at 2024 Hershey RV Show
Grand Design RV made a powerful impression at the 2024 Hershey RV Show, America’s largest RV event, with a strong…
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Venture RV Introduces New Sienna Travel Trailer
Venture RV announced the launch of its newest product, the Sienna Travel Trailer. While it may appear traditional, with a…
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Lippert Touts ‘Groundbreaking’ Innovations, Largest Open House Presence
Lippert Components Inc. announced it will unveil never-before-seen innovations at this year’s Dealer Open House, Sept. 23–26. The event will…
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LAMILUX Sees ‘Overwhelming Interest’ in GRP Products at Caravan Salon
LAMILUX Composites GmbH, a European manufacturer of glass-fiber reinforced plastics (GRP), successfully participated in the Caravan Salon Düsseldorf 2024, the…
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AutoManager Completes Acquisition of EverLogic
AutoManager Acquisition Inc., a provider of dealer management software to the auto dealership industry, announced that it has acquired EverLogic…
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AAA: Gas Price Decline Slows, But Likely Won’t Stop
The national average for a gallon of gas dipped a mere two cents since last week to $3.22. Gas prices…
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Battling ‘Outsider Syndrome’ in the Family Business
Productive employees make profitable companies. Every employer would like to cultivate an effective team that goes the extra mile to…
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RVIA: Marcus Palmer Is Dedicated to the RV Industry
The following is a profile from the RV Industry Association‘s News & Insights report. Marcus Palmer, the RV vertical commercial…
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Prolite Returning to Open House After Five-Year Hiatus
Prolite, a Canadian manufacturer of ultralight travel trailers, announced its return as an exhibitor at the Elkhart RV Dealer Open House…
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KZ To Launch New Ridgeway Fifth Wheel
KZ Recreational Vehicles is set to introduce the new Ridgeway fifth wheel to its lineup. “Designed with today’s RV enthusiasts…
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GEN-Y Partners With Soaring Eagle Campers for Open House
GEN-Y Hitch is partnering with Soaring Eagle Campers at the 2024 Open House in Elkhart, Indiana. Along with its most…
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Coachmen To Unveil New Entourage 320 LV at Forest River Expo
Coachmen RV is set to unveil its third Entourage floorplan, the 320 LV, at this year’s Forest River Expo during…
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Performance Brokerage Returns as Silver Partner for RVDA Con/Expo
Performance Brokerage Services, a leading dealership brokerage firm for the RV industry, will be a silver partner for the 2024…
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Subdivision Granted for Goshen Industrial Park as Plans Change
The following is a report from The Elkhart Truth. A plat adjustment was granted Tuesday for an industrial park at…
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Safe-Guard Products Names Chief Operating Officer
Safe-Guard Products International, LLC, provider of third-party private label protection products for the automotive, RV, marine and powersports industries, announced…
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The Shyft Group Releases 2024 Sustainability Report
The Shyft Group, a North American leader in specialty vehicle manufacturing, assembly and upfit for the commercial, retail and service specialty…
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Stay Amped With These Power Trends
From buyer demographics to the way customers are using their RVs and what features they want, the RV industry has…
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Fed Set To Cut Interest Rates for First Time in Four Years
The following is a report from the Associated Press. Having all but tamed inflation, the Federal Reserve is poised to…
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RVWA Touts Lifetime Achievement Award Finalists
During the RV Women’s Alliance (RVWA) Educational Symposium, the alliance will recognize the Trailblazers of the RV Industry at an…
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Outdoor Rec Industry Addresses US Trade Policy Impacts
The Outdoor Recreation Roundtable (ORR) hosted a critical virtual briefing (recording available here), gathering industry leaders to discuss the impacts…
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Grand Design Appoints Matt Eppers as Serenova Product Manager
Grand Design RV announced the appointment of Matt Eppers as the new product manager for the Serenova product line, a…
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