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THOR Announces Strategic Realignment of Heartland RV
THOR Industries has announced a strategic organizational restructuring aimed at optimizing its enterprise structure and strengthening its brand portfolio. As…
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Newbook Launches Enhanced Payment Solution for Outdoor Hospitality
Newbook, provider of hospitality management solutions and part of the Storable family of brands, has launched an enhanced version of…
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Be Prepared With This Data Breach Response Plan
As a business owner/dealer, you have an obligation to protect customers’ personal information. This is called personally identifiable information (PII)…
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Camping World Closes Indiana Lazydays Purchase
Camping World Holdings announced that it has closed on the asset and real estate purchase of Lazydays in Elkhart, Indiana.…
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REV Group Releases 2024 Sustainability Report
REV Group Inc. has published its sixth annual corporate responsibility report. The 55-page 2024 Sustainability Report focuses on REV Group’s…
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RVTI Debuts ‘Find a Certified Technician’ Online Map
A powerful new tool has arrived to directly benefit the RV customer and industry alike, especially the 1,000 RV dealer…
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Shurhold Launches New Website & Brand Messaging
Shurhold, a manufacturer of professional-quality boat and RV cleaning and restoration tools and chemicals, launched a revised website with new…
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How To Go From CRM to DMS
In today’s RV world, managing just customer relationships isn’t enough; your dealership needs a system that brings everything together, making…
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LCI Industries Announces Proposed Offering of $400M
LCI Industries announced that it intends to offer, subject to market conditions and other factors, $400.0 million in aggregate principal…
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Sun Outdoors Joins New Harvest Hosts Campground Partners Program
Harvest Hosts and Sun Outdoors announced the addition of over 80 Sun Outdoors Campgrounds to the Harvest Hosts map through…
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Erwin Hymer Group & Ahorn Camp Form Long-Term Agreement
The family-owned company Ahorn Camp, under the leadership of Alexander and Franziska Reichmann, and the Erwin Hymer Group (EHG), the…
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Win Over the Customer First
There is one scenario at RV dealerships that might be at the heart of losing more deals than any I…
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Forest River Launches New OGV Luxury Coach Website
Forest River announced the launch of the all-new OGV Luxury Coach website, designed to provide an immersive and seamless shopping…
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Backstock Invites RV Manufacturers to Wholesale Platform
Less than a year after launching its innovative wholesale platform, Backstock is taking another major step forward by opening the…
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Sun Communities Sells Safe Harbor Marinas for $5.65B
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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Camping World Announces $2.15B Floorplan Credit Agreement
Camping World Holdings announced that it has entered into an amended and restated floorplan credit agreement dated Feb. 18 (the…
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RVDA Webinar: How Dealers Can Reduce Expenses, Support Communities
Join the RV Dealers Association (RVDA) and Purpose in Expenses (PIE) on Wednesday, Feb. 19 at 2 p.m. ET to…
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Elgin Industries Launches eCatalog for Engine, Chassis Components
U.S.-based automotive and heavy-duty parts manufacturer Elgin Industries has completed a multiyear development project resulting in one of the aftermarket’s…
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Save the Date for the 2025 RVDA Con/Expo
The 2025 RV Dealers Convention/Expo is set for Nov. 10-14 at Paris Las Vegas. Presented by RVDA of U.S., RVDA…
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RVDA of Canada Develops Advocacy Kit & Tariff Action Plan
The following is a message from the RVDA of Canada to its members: At the RVDA of Canada, we remain…
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Lithia & Driveway Reports Record Increase in Q4 Revenue
Lithia & Driveway (LAD), parent company of Airstream Adventures, reported the highest fourth quarter revenue in company history and the…
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February Dealership Forum To Discuss Customer Communication
Join IDS’ Constellation Dealer Forum this month to learn how dealers are leveraging technology to have better communication with customers.…
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Campspot Announces Strategic Investment To Advance Its Offerings
Campspot, an online marketplace for booking camping and RV trips, a significant strategic investment from Vertica Capital Partners, a software-focused…
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Octane Adds RV & Marine Vice President of Partnerships & Sales
Octane announced that it has hired Mike Bagull as its first vice president of partnerships and sales for the RV…
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Grab These Cycle Count Bargains
This month’s special theme is centered on the two-for-one concept, so I have decided to piggyback on that theme for…
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Dragonfly Energy Appoints Investor Relations Firm
Dragonfly Energy Holdings Corp. announced it has appointed AdvisIRy Partners as its new investor relations firm. CEO Denis Phares said,…
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RVDA To Co-Host Webinar on Maximizing Profit
The RV Dealers Association (RVDA) announced an exclusive webinar to discuss how RV dealers can identify cost-savings features and develop…
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Trump To Pause Tariffs on Mexico, Still in Place for Canada & China
The following is a report from The Associated Press. U.S. President Donald Trump and Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum put their…
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The Habit Hack: The Power of Clarity at Work
Imagine a team starting a project with energy and optimism. Ideas are flying, everyone’s ready to contribute and the excitement…
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Octane Promotes Two to Executive Vice President
Octane announced that it has promoted two executives to executive vice president, the first to hold the new title. Both…
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RV Fixed Ops Certification Week Scheduled for March
The Society of Certified RV Professionals, the RV Technical Institute (RVTI) and the Mike Molino RV Learning Center have designated March 2–8, as…
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Rossmönster Appoints Verde Brand Communications for PR Efforts
Verde Brand Communications, a leading agency specializing in outdoor and active lifestyle industries, has been appointed as the public relations…
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Canadian Associations Offer Update on Mandatory PFAS Reporting
The Canadian Recreational Vehicle Association (CRVA) issued the following letter with an update from CRVA, Recreation Vehicle Dealers Association (RVDA)…
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Effectively Managing Downtime in Sales
Unfortunately, there are many things a salesperson cannot control when they go to work each day. They have no control…
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Octane Appoints Its First Chief Legal Officer
Octane announced that it has named Sean Fernandez-Ledon its first chief legal officer, effective Jan. 1. Since joining the company…
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Leadership Conference Workshop To Cover Building Your Leadership Brand
The RV Industry Association (RVIA) is holding its third annual Leadership Conference at the Sheraton Grand at Wild Horse Pass in Phoenix,…
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Rhino-Rack Parent Company Acquires RockyMounts
Rhino-Rack, the largest brand within the Clarus Adventure Segment portfolio and an industry leader in automotive roof racks and accessories,…
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Botdoc, 700Credit Partner To Enhance Credit Pull Capabilities
Botdoc, a provider of secure file transfer and operational efficiency solutions, announced a strategic partnership with 700Credit, a provider of…
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IDS, Forest River Launch Open Recalls Integration
Integrated Dealer Systems (IDS) announced a partnership with Forest River to launch their Open Recalls integration. The Open Recalls integration…
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Harvest Hosts Unveils Enhancements for 2025
Harvest Hosts announced major product improvements and new membership options for 2025. Building on its commitment to delivering value and…
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RV Storage & Service Provider Rebrands, Expands Nationwide
Outrig, formerly known as goHomePort, has unveiled a new name, logo and website as part of a rebranding effort. The…
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Octane Grows Originations by 36% to More Than $1.6 Billion
Octane announced its 2024 milestones — the company had a record-breaking year, exceeding its originations targets, expanding its product offering…
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AL-KO To Open Customer & Training Center in the UK
AL-KO Vehicle Technology Group announced its plans to open a customer and training center in the United Kingdom in March…
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POPs That POP!
What do people remember when they think of your dealership? Service is always No. 1, whether it’s exceptionally good or,…
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Dometic Launches Product Academy
Dometic announced the launch of a new education system, Dometic Product Academy — a learning management system designed to enhance…
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Four Points RV Resorts Adds 5th Jellystone Park Franchise to Portfolio
Four Points RV Resorts is adding a fifth Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park Camp-Resort franchise to its portfolio. Four Points recently…
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A Welcome Economic Rebound
Clearing skies with a chance of showers. Retailers can look forward to a gradually improving operating environment in 2025, thanks…
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OHI Offers Music Licensing Program for 2025
Outdoor Hospitality Industry (OHI) is offering its music licensing program for RV parks and campgrounds to utilize. “At OHI, we…
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RVDA Help Desk & Solution Center Adds Text Line
The RV Dealers Association (RVDA) has added a text line to its new Help Desk & Solution Center, designed to…
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RVDA, RV Trader, Stat Surveys Launch Free Purchase Strategy Webinar
The National RV Dealers Association (RVDA) and RV Trader, the online marketplace for RV sales, in collaboration with Statistical Surveys,…
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Costs of Doing Business in 2025
The state of the industry is the primary theme of this month’s issue of RV PRO. Like most other industries,…
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AP: Unemployment Claims Fall to Lowest Level Since March
The following is a report from the Associated Press. The number of Americans applying for unemployment checks dropped last week…
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Industry Professionals’ Predictions for 2025
If we have learned anything since 2020, it’s probably to be flexible with what you have planned. In fact, the…
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RVIA Recognizes Companies Named Newsweek’s ‘Most Responsible’
The RV Industry Association (RVIA) congratulated THOR Industries, Winnebago Industries and Lippert for their inclusion on Newsweek’s prestigious America’s Most…
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Jayco Achieves Energy Milestones Via Tactical Partnership
The Jayco Family of Companies has announced the successful completion of Phase 1 of its energy management strategy, achieving substantial…
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Shyft Group, Aebi Schmidt Merger Drives Shareholder Value
The Shyft Group and Swiss firm Aebi Schmidt Group announced a definitive agreement to combine in an all-stock merger to…
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Northern Wholesale Supply Acquired by Sun Capital
Northern Wholesale Supply, a leader in RV, marine and powersports parts and accessories distribution, announced the strategic acquisition of substantially…
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RVDA Launches Dealer Help Desk & Solution Center
The RV Dealers Association (RVDA) has launched a new member service, the RVDA Help Desk & Solution Center, designed to…
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Weber, Blackstone Combine Businesses & Name CEO
Weber LLC and Blackstone Products recently announced that they have entered into a definitive agreement to combine their businesses. Terms…
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Dometic Details Global Restructuring Program
As communicated in the interim report for the third quarter 2024, Dometic is announcing a global restructuring program to support…
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Winnebago Again Named Among ‘America’s Most Responsible Companies’
Winnebago Industries has been named to the list of America’s Most Responsible Companies 2025 by Newsweek. This is the third consecutive year Winnebago…
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Remote Vans Expands Into California
Remote Vans, a manufacturer known for Class B adventure vans, announced its new partnership with Happy Daze RV. This expansion…
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Meyer Distributing Announces New Partnership & North Dakota Location
Meyer Distributing announced a new partnership with Alliance Consumer Group to offer premium products to automotive, RV, marine, industrial and…
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AIMS Power, Ranger Distribution Inc. Form New Partnership
Reno-based AIMS Power, a leader in DC to AC power products, announced a new strategic partnership with Ranger Distribution Inc. (RDI),…
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Kunes Auto & RV Group Acquires Wisconsin RV World
Kunes Auto & RV Group announced the acquisition of Wisconsin RV World in DeForest, Wisconsin. The purchase of the state’s…
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Knaus Tabbert Expands Management Board, Accelerates Realignment
Knaus Tabbert, a leading RV manufacturer in Europe, announced an expansion to its management board and further measures to accelerate…
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RVDA, KPA Webinar To Highlight Business Growth & Challenges in 2025
In anticipation of a stronger RV market in 2025, the RV Dealers Association (RVDA) will be hosting a webinar on Dec. 19 at…
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AP: US Adds 227K Jobs in November, Unemployment Rate at 4.2%
The following is a report from the Associated Press. America’s job market rebounded in November, adding 227,000 workers in a…
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LCT Appoints Former Motility CEO to Executive Team
Lender Compliance Technologies (LCT), a company that specializes in compliance solutions for automotive, RV, marine and powersports lenders, announced the…
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Jeep-Maker Stellantis CEO Steps Down
Stellantis announced that the company’s board of directors, under the chairmanship of John Elkann, accepted Carlos Tavares’ resignation Dec. 1…
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Platinum RV Center Back Under Original Ownership
The following is a report from The Progress. Texas’ Platinum RV Center is now back under the ownership of Kevin…
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Reading Your Customers’ Body Language Cues
In these slow economic times for the RV business, salespeople are under constant pressure to find a competitive edge against…
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InterMotive Team Members Transition to New Roles
InterMotive Vehicle Controls announced that Wes Rodgers and Kristle del Mundo have been promoted this month. Rodgers has accepted the…
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Erwin Hymer Group Appoints New Board Chairman at Bürstner
Bürstner, a company of the Erwin Hymer Group, the European subsidiary of THOR Industries, is reorganizing itself: Hubert Brandl is…
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Campers Inn RV Acquires Right Stop RV
Campers Inn RV announced the acquisition of Right Stop RV, a family dealership founded by Robert (Bob) and Sherry Tobbe.…
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Sunset Park RV Expands With Riverside RV Acquisition
Sunset Park RV, an independent manufacturer located in Shipshewana, Indiana, announced its asset acquisition of Riverside RV, a privately owned…
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Blue Compass Acquires Airstream Stores in New Hampshire, Maine
Blue Compass RV announced the acquisition of Airstream of New Hampshire and Airstream of Maine. These strategic acquisitions mark the…
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Pro Racing Club Partners With Newmar As Official Motor Coach Provider
Professional auto racing club LEGACY MOTOR CLUB announced that Newmar Corporation has been named the official luxury motor coach provider…
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Camping World To Acquire Seven Lazydays Locations
Camping World Holdings announced that it has entered into an agreement to acquire the assets and certain real estate of…
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Lazydays Recapitalization, Asset Sales Mark ‘Turning Point’
Lazydays Holdings Inc. announced a series of transformative transactions designed to provide the company with a significantly strengthened financial foundation…
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Park West Asset Management Acquires New Stake in Lazydays
The following is a report from Guru Focus. Park West Asset Management LLC has recently expanded its investment portfolio by acquiring…
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Leveraging Social Media Marketing To Connect With Your Ideal Customer
Are you looking for new ideas to connect with your ideal customer and grow an audience of brand fans? Social…
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Octane Completes $326M Asset-Backed Securitization
Octane announced that it has closed a $326 million securitization (OCTL 2024-3) collateralized by fixed-rate installment powersports loans issued through…
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Load Trail & Cross Trailers Announce Joint Acquisition of Stealth Trailers
Load Trail and Cross Trailers, two leaders in the trailer manufacturing industry, announced their joint acquisition of Stealth Trailers, a…
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Roadtrippers Launches New ‘Extraordinary Places’ Campaign
Road trip planning tool Roadtrippers has introduced a new campaign for its Extraordinary Places program, inviting travelers and tourism experts…
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ORR Unveils New Policy Priorities Following Election
The Outdoor Recreation Roundtable (ORR) released the following statement on the election results, highlighting the unique power of the outdoors,…
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It’s Not Too Late To Fa La La
I got my start in visual merchandising working for large department stores. We would start planning for the holiday season…
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Sun Communities Announces Restructuring, CEO Retirement & Q3 Financials
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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Climb Capital & Unhitched RV Form Unhitched Management
Climb Capital, the parent of Unhitched RV, announced the formation of Unhitched Management, an RV resort and campground management company.…
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Cummins Reports Strong Q3 Results
Cummins Inc. reported results for the third quarter of 2024. “We achieved strong sales and profitability in the third quarter,…
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Myers Industries Sees 3.7% Net Sales Increase in Q3
Myers Industries Inc., a manufacturer of polymer and metal products and distributor for tire, wheel and under-vehicle service industry, announced…
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Why Dealerships Should Use a DMS
A dealership management system (DMS) can assist your dealership in a variety of ways, from sales and financing to parts…
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Forest River Consolidates Cargo Trailer Manufacturing
Forest River announced a reorganization of its Cargo Division involving production facilities in Ocilla, Georgia, and Elkhart, Indiana. As part…
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OHI Selects Spot2Nite To Power GoCampingAmerica Booking Engine
OHI (Outdoor Hospitality Industry) announced an integration with Spot2Nite to revamp and power instant bookings on its proprietary campground database, GoCampingAmerica.com.…
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Cavco Announces Q2 Financials, $100M Stock Repurchase Program
Manufactured housing company Cavco announced financial results for the second fiscal quarter ended Sept. 28. Quarterly Highlights Net revenue was $507 million,…
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Together Outdoors Announces New Grant Recipients
Together Outdoors, a program of Outdoor Recreation Roundtable, announced two new recipients of its Inclusive Micro-Grant Program — Color my…
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Knaus Tabbert Announces Changes in Management
Knaus Tabbert, a leading RV manufacturer in Europe, announced changes to its management board. The current CEO Wolfgang Speck is…
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Octane & RideNow Partner To Launch RideNow Finance
Octane and RideNow, a RumbleOn company and powersports retailer, announced a partnership to launch branded finance in RideNow’s 56 retail stores under…
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RVIA: Canadian PFAS Reporting Requirements
The following was a News & Insights report from the RV Industry Association (RVIA). What is PFAS? Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl…
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RVDA Con/Expo Workshop To Discuss Dealership Website Best Practices
“Is Your Online Destination Fully Reflecting Your Business as a Whole?” is set for 9:30 a.m., Nov. 12, during the…
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