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ICON, Daytona Racer Amber Balcaen Partner on New AI Tool
ICON and Gambit Technologies announced a partnership with ARCA driver Amber Balcaen for the week of the 2025 Daytona 500.…
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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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RVTI Master Technician Details Training Experience
The following is a testimonial published by the RV Industry Association (RVIA). The RV Technical Institute’s gold standard curriculum trains…
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Trump To Add 25% Steel, Aluminum Tariffs; More Import Duties Coming
The following is a report from The Associated Press. President Donald Trump said he will announce on Monday that the…
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US Senators Issue Warning for National Parks
The following is a report from SFGATE. Twenty-two democratic and independent U.S. senators sent a letter Friday morning to newly confirmed U.S.…
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RVDA of Canada Offers Tariffs Webinar Recap, Recording
The Recreation Vehicle Dealers Association (RVDA) of Canada held a webinar Thursday, Feb. 6 to address the potential impacts of…
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Nominations Open for Outstanding Women in Business
Every year, RV PRO recognizes some of the top women who are excelling in the RV industry. Whether they are…
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Update: Associations Issue Statements on Tariffs & Industry Impact
Update from 2/4 1 p.m. ET: U.S. Customs and Border Protection has released a bulletin to provide guidance on the…
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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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RVTI Spotlights RV Tech Career Path at Florida RV SuperShow
As the RV industry gears up for a new year, the RV Technical Institute (RVTI) is at the forefront, engaging…
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AP: California Withdraws EPA Requests for Stricter Emissions Rules
The following is a report from the Associated Press. California’s efforts to limit pollution from diesel-powered trains and big rigs…
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California’s SB 26: A Revision to Recent Changes in California’s Lemon Law
The following was a News & Insights report from the RV Industry Association (RVIA). California Senator Tom Umberg introduced Senate…
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MSN: Make-a-Wish Surprises Families With Campers at Syracuse RV Show
The following is a report from MSN. The Ultimate RV Show at the New York State Fairgrounds became the launchpad…
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RV Learning Center Fixed Ops Workshop Set for NTP-STAG Expo
RV dealership personnel from across the country are headed to the 2025 NTP-STAG Expo in Aurora, Colorado, next week where fixed operations…
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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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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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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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Elements of Style
What’s inside counts. Interior design affects the functionality of a space in addition to the overall comfort and aesthetics. RVers,…
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OHI: How Outdoor Businesses Can Advocate for Climate in 2025
The Outdoor Hospitality Industry (OHI) published the following article on four ways outdoor businesses can advocate for climate in 2025:…
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RVDA’s Ingrassia Talks ‘New Outlook’ on Legislative Issues
The following column was written by Phil Ingrassia, president of the RV Dealers Association (RVDA), and originally published in the December…
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Performance Brokerage Services, Stanek Group To Host Webinar
Performance Brokerage Services and The Stanek Group at Morgan Stanley will be hosting a Panel Discussion with Raul Rodriguez, senior vice president…
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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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A2C: Are You Inviting Unwanted Holiday Guests?
The following is a post from Accelerate2Compliance on heightened cyber-attacks businesses should be aware of during the holidays. The holiday…
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RVTI Board Welcomes Chair, Two New Members
In 2025, the RV Technical Institute (RVTI)’s board of directors is welcoming its next chair, as well as two new…
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Refreshing RV Interiors
Beginning with a small warehouse space in Elkhart, Indiana, Panel Solutions, a manufacturer of products for the RV and other…
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RVIA 2024 Annual Meeting: Recordings Available
On Thursday, Dec. 12, the RV Industry Association (RVIA) held its 2024 Annual Meeting, the association’s primary membership-wide meeting that…
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CNN: California Emission Rules Stand as Supreme Court Denies Appeal
The following is a report from CNN. The Supreme Court declined Monday to take up an appeal from conservative states…
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OIA: Post-Election Policy Implications for the Outdoor Industry
The 2024 election resulted in a dynamic political landscape with significant policy implications for outdoor industry businesses, particularly in overseas…
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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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Grand Canyon National Park Named Top Outdoor Destination for 2025
The following is a report from Travel + Leisure. In recent years, RVing has transformed from a niche pastime into…
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Marriott Explores the Outdoors With Postcard Cabins, Trailborn
Marriott International announced the expansion of its outdoor-focused lodging offerings through two founding deals with key players in the outdoor…
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Small Business Optimism Spikes, Surpasses 50-Year Average
The following is a report from The Hill. Small business optimism jumped in November, surpassing the 50-year average for the…
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Roadtrippers’ Top Tips for Budget-Friendly Winter Travel
As inflation bites and flexible remote work fades into the rearview mirror, the joy of travel does not have to…
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Discovery Channel To Spotlight Family RV Association
The Family RV Association (FRVA), formerly known as Family Motor Coach Association, has announced that it will partner with Kevin…
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ORR Releases Annual Rankings of State Outdoor Rec Economies
The Outdoor Recreation Roundtable (ORR) announced its second annual rankings of state outdoor recreation economies based on the latest data…
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Why More Retirees Are Choosing RV Living
The following is a report from GOBankingRates. For many retirees, it’s easy to romanticize RV living. Imagine hitting the open…
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Brunswick Named One of America’s ‘Most Responsible Companies’
Brunswick Corp. announced it has earned a spot on Newsweek’s list of America’s Most Responsible Companies for the fifth consecutive…
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RVIA: RV Shipments Projected To Climb in 2025
The Winter 2024 edition of RV RoadSigns, the quarterly forecast prepared by ITR Economics for the RV Industry Association (RVIA),…
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Ultrafabrics, Pantone Collaborate on New Palette
Ultrafabrics, maker of high-performance textiles, and the Pantone Color Institute announced their third annual collaboration, celebrating Pantone’s Color of the…
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Webinar Recording: Impact of CARB’s ACT Regulation on Motorhomes
On Tuesday, Dec. 3, the RV Industry Association (RVIA) held a webinar to discuss the Advanced Clean Trucks (ACT) regulation and…
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RVshare Trends Report: Consumers To Travel Less, Spend More
RVshare unveiled its 2025 Travel Trend Report, the brand’s sixth annual research survey and data analysis. This year’s Travel Trend…
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RVIA: Claude Donati Makes a Difference in the Industry
The following profile is from the RVIA’s News & Insights report. Claude Donati, managing member at Nexus RV, has been…
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CRVA Reports Shipments Up 24.5% YOY
The Canadian Recreational Vehicle Association (CRVA) reported that RV wholesale shipments into Canada for the third quarter ending Sept. 30…
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New Review Platform ‘Chasing Horsepower’ To Cover RVs
After decades of serving as one of the most recognizable voices in the auto industry, TV personality and transportation expert Mike…
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Transport Canada Releases Statement on Canada Post Strike
Note: The following is a letter provided by the Recreation Vehicle Dealers Association (RVDA) of Canada, offering insight from Transport…
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FIAT Begins E-Ducato Production in Italy
FIAT Professional announced the official start of production for the E-Ducato — the all-electric version of the celebrated FIAT Professional…
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Blue Ridge/Toccoa River KOA Holiday Named KOA’s 2025 Rising Star
The Blue Ridge/Toccoa River KOA Holiday, owned and operated by the Kieffer family — John, Beth, and their daughter Ali…
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OIA Applauds Introduction of ‘America the Beautiful’ Act
Outdoor Industry Association (OIA) President Kent Ebersole released the following statement celebrating the introduction of the “America the Beautiful Act” by U.S. Sens. Steve…
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New Data: Outdoor Rec Generates $1.2 Trillion, Supports 5M American Jobs
Outdoor Recreation Roundtable (ORR) announced new economic data released by the U.S. Department of Commerce’s Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA)…
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Outdoor Hospitality a Significant Part of Outdoor Rec Economy
The Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA), an agency of the U.S. Department of Commerce, released national and state economic data…
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OHI Creates New Award Amid Jeff Sims’ Upcoming Retirement
OHI (Outdoor Hospitality Industry) announced the retirement of Jeff Sims, its revered director of state relations and program advocacy, who…
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CompoCloset Introduces the S1 Sealing Toilet With Urine Diverter
CompoCloset, a leader in portable composting and eco-friendly toilets, announced the launch of the CompoCloset S1, a portable toilet that combines…
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ORR ‘Hopeful’ Burgum Will Support, Grow Outdoor Rec Economy
The Outdoor Recreation Roundtable (ORR) issued the following statement on President-elect Donald Trump’s intention to nominate North Dakota Governor Doug…
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Go RVing Trends To Know: Travel Tuesday
Go RVing released its Monthly Trends Report, this month with findings on “Travel Tuesday,” a perhaps lesser-known shopping holiday similar…
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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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Forbes: Schools Bet on Skilled Trades Over Degrees
The following is a report from Forbes. If you follow education at all, you’ve probably heard that record numbers of…
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Australian Camper Van Gets High-Voltage Boost
New Atlus offered a look at Trakka’s 2025 Torino camper van, which returns to the company’s lineup after a short…
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Camping Carolinas Exec Director, Member Campground Win National Awards
Tuesday, Nov. 5, was an award-winning day for the Carolinas camping industry, as OHI, the national association for the outdoor…
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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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Nat Geo: A Look Inside the Growing Black RV Camping Movement
The following is a report from National Geographic. The number of Black campers in America has doubled in less than…
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California’s ‘Ban’ on Motorhomes: What To Know
The following was a News & Insights report from the RV Industry Association (RVIA). In 2025, California’s Advanced Clean Trucks…
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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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Brunswick Corp. One of Forbes’ ‘Top Companies for Women’
Brunswick Corp. announced it has been named one of the ‘World’s Top Companies for Women’ by Forbes for its leadership…
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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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CRS Celebrates 25 Years by Launching $25K Award
Commercial Recreation Specialists (CRS), a provider of commercial-grade recreation solutions, recently celebrated its 25th anniversary, and to mark the milestone,…
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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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Studies Reinforce the Emotional Well-Being of the RV Lifestyle for Kids
Studies for years have revealed how RVing provides many physical and mental health benefits to living an active outdoor lifestyle,…
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CX3 ‘Squaredrop’ Camper Unfurls Into Off-Grid Micro-Condo
The following is a report from New Atlas. Earlier this year, South Africa’s Berg Off-Road introduced the CX6, an impressive…
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Strong Sales Reported at UK Motorhome & Caravan Show
The UK’s largest annual motorhome, camper van and caravan showcase, the Motorhome & Caravan Show, held at the National Exhibition…
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Nostalgia Is a National Mood, Campspot Finds
In a year dominated by election headlines and digital saturation, Americans are looking for a different kind of escape: a…
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StorageDefender Launches RV & Boat Smart Solutions
StorageDefender, provider of smart monitoring technology services for the self-storage market, announced the introduction of its RVDefender and MarineDefender, a…
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ARC Awards $68.2M to Appalachia’s Coal-Impacted Communities
The Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) awarded $68.2 million to 65 projects through its Partnerships for Opportunity and Workforce and Economic…
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Minnesota & North Dakota Sign Confluence Accords
Outdoor recreation leaders from Minnesota and North Dakota committed to advance the principles contained in the Outdoor Recreation Industry Confluence…
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A Rift in the Market
From carving waves to cruising highways, the founder of Rift Carbon Campers, Chris Durham, isn’t one to become complacent. In…
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Canada’s Pleasure-Way Celebrates Production of 20,000th Van
Pleasure-Way Industries, Canadian manufacturer of Class B motorhomes, announced a milestone in its company history — in early July, Pleasure-Way…
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Toy Storage Nation To Hold December Workshop
Toy Storage Nation (TSN) announced a TSN Executive Workshop to be held Dec. 6 in Phoenix. The one-day immersive workshop…
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RVIA Opens Registration for Annual Meeting
Registration is open for the RV Industry Association (RVIA)’s 2024 Annual Meeting. This virtual event is taking place on Thursday, December…
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KOA Report Urges Accessibility to ‘Strengthen Business, Create Sustainability’
Kampgrounds of America (KOA) released its Accessibility report as a part of the annual Camping and Outdoor Hospitality Report series.…
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New Service Best Practices Topic of RVDA Con/Expo Session
During an education session entitled “The New RV Industry Service Management Recommended Practices” to be held at the upcoming RV…
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International Studies Conclude Nature Boosts Well-Being
A number of studies conducted around the globe have been released – including one based on the meta-analysis of 45…
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The Value of Social Media Communities
As a marketer in the RV industry, I’ve always sought innovative ways to connect with our audience. In 2020, my…
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RV Travelers Shifting Toward Upscale Campgrounds, Study Finds
The following is a report from Modern Campground. A new study released by Modern Campground, in partnership with Cairn Consulting…
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Dreamliner Acquires Two Entertainment Logistics Companies
Dreamliner, provider of upscale travel coaches for the entertainment industry’s artists, announced that it has acquired two events logistics companies,…
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Lippert, Other Leaders Talk Collaboration, Diversified Industry for Regional Growth
The following is a report from Inside Indiana Business. Industrial diversification, placemaking investments, regional collaboration, a mindset shift, talent retention…
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RVDA Spotlights Top-Rated Brands With Quality Circle Awards
The RV Dealers Association (RVDA) is honoring 19 RV manufacturers/brands with Quality Circle Awards for achieving the highest scores in…
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Meet RV PRO’s Inaugural Editorial Advisory Board
As a leading resource for the RV industry, RV PRO is always looking for ways to become better connected to…
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Airstream Will Make Only 30 Outland Edition Camper Vans
The following is a report from Auto Evolution. If there’s one RV and camper manufacturer known the world over for…
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ORR Hosts Leadership Forum on Outdoor Rec & Rural Development
The Outdoor Recreation Roundtable (ORR) in collaboration with the Richard King Mellon Foundation, the PA Wilds Center for Entrepreneurship and…
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Washington, D.C. ‘Most RV-Friendly’ City in the US
The following is a report from Travel + Leisure. Over 11.2 million U.S. households own an RV — that’s a…
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DealNow Launches Person-to-Person Online Vehicle Transaction Platform
DealNow, a service that enables secure online transactions for any vehicle — including cars, RVs, boats and other recreational vehicles…
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Modernized Campgrounds Led by Sustainability, Tech in New KOA Report
The latest installment of the annual Camping and Outdoor Hospitality Report from Kampgrounds of America (KOA) reveals the trends reshaping…
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Go RVing Brings National News Coverage to Open House
During last week’s Elkhart Open House, Go RVing conducted a satellite media tour broadcasting live TV segments highlighting the RV…
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KOA Summer Interns Bring ‘Fresh Ideas’ Upon Program’s Conclusion
Kampgrounds of America Inc. (KOA) announced the successful conclusion of its 2024 Campground Management Internship Program. Marking the second year of…
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inTech’s Teardrop Takeoff
In a world where travel trailers have evolved into ever-larger behemoths, the teardrop trailer remains a charming reminder of simpler…
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AEONrv Touts 2024 Model as ‘Future of Overlanding’
AEONrv announced the launch of its updated 2024 model year built on the 2024 Ford Transit AWD 156-inch wheelbase cutaway…
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Grand Design’s Momentum Line Releases Exclusive ‘LiftSuite’
Grand Design RV unveiled the Momentum LiftSuite, a feature exclusive to the Momentum toy hauler product line. This technology transforms…
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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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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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