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Campspot Again Named to Inc. 5000 List
Inc. announced that Campspot, for the 3rd consecutive year, earned a spot on the Inc. 5000, its annual list of…
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weBoost Unveils the Drive Reach RV II
weBoost, provider of cell signal booster technology, announced the launch of its most powerful and versatile RV cell signal booster…
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Lazydays Reports Q2 YOY Losses, CEO Remains ‘Confident’
Lazydays reported financial results for the second quarter ended June 30. John North, Lazydays chief executive officer, said, “Our team…
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Filling Out the Family Tree
Entering the motorized segment of the RV industry has always been part of Grand Design’s vision since the company’s inception…
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Preorders Open for ‘Aerodynamic’ Polydrops P21
The following is a report from Auto Evolution. Earlier this year, we heard that Polydrops was working on their latest…
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Half of Campers Adjust Travel Plans Due to Weather, Study Finds
The following is a report from Modern Campground. The latest research from MC Hospitality Highlights reveals that half of all…
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RV Sales Named 2024 Albuquerque ‘Best RV Dealership’
RV Sales has been named as New Mexico’s 2024 Albuquerque Journal Readers’ Choice Award winner in the Best RV Dealership category. This…
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The Dyrt: Top 9 Most Dog-Friendly Campgrounds in the US
The Dyrt announced its Top 9 for K-9s: The Most Dog-Friendly Campgrounds in The U.S. for 2024. According to The Dyrt’s…
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From a Land Down Under: Aussie Innovation Meets US Adventure
While the name MDC may not be familiar in the U.S. trailer market yet, the brand touts an enviable reputation…
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Octane Raises $50M in Series E Funding Round
Octane announced that that it has closed its Series E funding round with $50 million in new equity capital. Octane…
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Venture RV Group Forms Partnership With United Sales Associates
The Venture RV Group, a group of independent representatives servicing the RV sector across North America, announced its partnership with…
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Airstream Unveils 2025 Model Year Travel Trailer Updates
Airstream unveiled model year updates for its 2025 model year travel trailer lineup. This season’s key product debut is the…
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ORR Celebrates Anniversary of Great American Outdoors Act
On Sunday, Aug. 4, the Outdoor Recreation Roundtable (ORR) celebrated the fourth anniversary of the passage of the Great American…
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Lithia & Driveway Announces New Chief Operating Officer
Lithia & Driveway (LAD), parent company of Airstream Adventures, announced it has realigned organizational leadership to more efficiently realize operational…
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Cavco Reports FY25 Q1 Results
Manufactured housing company Cavco announced financial results for the for the first fiscal quarter ended June 29. Quarterly Highlights Net…
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Niesmann+Bischoff Intros Triple-Axle Class A
New Atlus released a look at Niesmann+Bischoff’s latest Arto designs, which the company debuted in July and will publicly debut…
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Meyer Distributing Presents Q2 Sales Performance Award
Meyer Distributing announced its 2024 second quarter Outstanding Sales Performance Award. The award recognizes sales account managers who consistently exceed…
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Lerch RV’s Lessons in Success
Mistakes and successes go hand in hand, and Ed Lerch isn’t ashamed to admit it. The founder of Lerch RV,…
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Octane Appoints Company’s First President
Octane announced that it has appointed Steven Fernald as president. In this newly-created-role, Fernald will take over the day-to-day management…
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RMS North America Partners With BookOutdoors
RMS North America, a provider of reservation and property management systems to the outdoor hospitality industry, announced its partnership with…
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Domestic Lithium RV Batteries: Paving the Way Toward a Safer, More Independent Future
As RV ownership continues its surge in popularity among diverse audiences, the demand for improvements in efficiency and reliability in…
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Olympian Shaun White Partners With Go RVing
This summer, Go RVing is partnering with several social media influencers to connect with untapped audiences and pique their interest…
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RVTI Spotlights New Account Specialist
Educational roles are a crucial component of the RV Technical Institute (RVTI)’s continued success and its training program. With that…
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One-Third of 2023 West Coast Camping Plans Disrupted by Wildfires
The Dyrt found that 18% of campers reported that wildfires or natural disasters disrupted their camping plans in 2023. That’s three…
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RVIA Safety Committee Addresses Workplace Ergonomics
The following is a RV Industry Association’s News & Insights report. Workplace ergonomics is a concept that has garnered increasing attention…
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RVIA, Blue Compass Featured on Fox Business
Fox Business recently hosted the RV Industry Association (RVIA)’s Monika Geraci and Blue Compass RV’s Jon Ferrando. RV travel saw…
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EmergencyRV Steps In To Help After California Park Fire
The following is a report from KION 46 News Channel. Multiple organizations are on the ground to help people who…
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RVshare Reveals Top 10 ‘Outdoor-Friendly’ Cities
RVshare, the largest community for RV owners and renters, in partnership with Cairn Consulting Group, announced exclusive findings about the…
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OIA Climate Action Corps Releases 2023 Impact Report
Outdoor Industry Association’s (OIA) Climate Action Corps released data from its 2023 Annual Impact Report, summarizing the group’s progress in…
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Braxton Creek Rebrands to Bontrager Outdoors
The former Braxton Creek announced its rebrand to Bontrager Outdoors and plans to introduce new products and features beginning with…
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War Horse All Terrain Launches Luxury Camper Vans
War Horse All Terrain, founded by furniture designer Kyle Yoder, announced the launch of its luxury camper vans. “These exceptional…
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Priority RV Network Hits Record 160 Locations
Priority RV Network (PRVN) announced it achieved milestones July 1, marking its expansion to a record 160 dealership locations. This…
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KOA Report: Desire To Connect With Nature Bridges Generational Gaps
Kampgrounds of America, Inc. (KOA) released its Camper Profiles report, the sixth installment of the Camping and Outdoor Hospitality Report The…
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Washington Dealership Closing After 50 Years of Business
The following is a report from NCWLIFE. Washington-based All Seasons RV is closing on the year of its 50th anniversary.…
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Chassis Supplier: Service Capabilities Should Be Top of Mind
When you look up Spartan RV Chassis online, the tagline right on the homepage of the website says “the foundation…
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Skyline Homes Recognized as ‘Most Trusted Manufactured Home Builder’
Skyline Homes, a Champion Homes brand, was recognized as America’s Most Trusted Manufactured Home Builder for the fourth consecutive year.…
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RVDA of Canada Reveals Winners of Tech, Fixed Ops Personnel Bursaries
The RV Dealers Association (RVDA) of Canada announced the winners of the 2023-24 NTP-STAG Canada RV Technician and Fixed Operations…
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Survey Highlights Accessibility Challenges in Outdoor Travel
Global outdoor accommodation booking platform Pitchup.com launched an initiative to improve accessibility in the outdoor travel sector. Partnering with Purple Goat, a disability-led…
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A New Lifestyle at a Riverside Campground
Sheila Cook and her husband, James, purchased Gasconade Hills Resort in Richland, Missouri, in 2021. “My husband served in the…
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Caravan Salon ’24 Organizers Release Full Program
From Aug. 30 to Sept. 8, the Caravan Salon trade fair in Düsseldorf, Germany, will again be the meeting platform…
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Discounts & Upgraded Amenities Help Boost Camper Stays, 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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Escapees RV Club Transitions Management to Harvest Hosts
Escapees RV Club, an organization for RVers with 70,000 members, announced Harvest Hosts will take over the management and operations…
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RVIA Survey: Impact of PFAS on the RV Industry
PFAS, commonly referred to as “forever chemicals,” are quickly being regulated at state and federal levels. As discussed during the…
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Dragonfly Editorial Updates Policy on Ethical AI Use
Dragonfly Editorial‘s President Samantha Enslen announced an updated policy on the company’s usage of artificial intelligence (AI) tools. “As we spend…
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How Trailer Accessories Can Benefit Your RV Dealership
RVs go beyond mere modes of transportation. They symbolize a lifestyle of freedom, adventure and comfort out on the open…
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Video: The Right To Repair Act: What Should Dealers Do?
Dealer consultant Tom Kline, owner of Better Vantage Point, joins Ed Roberts, COO of Bozard Ford, and host Brandon Barnett…
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RVIA: ‘De Minimis’ Trade Issue Moving on Capitol Hill
The following is a News & Insights report from the RV Industry Association (RVIA). The RV aftermarket trade – manufacturers, suppliers,…
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NTP-STAG’s Jennet Lewis on Dynamic Customer Service
The following is a profile from the RV Industry Association’s News & Insights report. Jennet Lewis, NTP-STAG’s director of U.S.…
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RVshare: RV Rental Popularity Growing for Events
RVshare, the largest community for RV owners and renters, said it is revolutionizing the way people experience large-scale events. With…
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KOA: Campers Prioritize Relationships & Personal Well-Being
Kampgrounds of America, Inc. (KOA) released its inaugural Outdoors & Wellness report as part of the annual Camping and Outdoor Hospitality Report…
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Noovo Expands Operations in Las Vegas
The following is a report from the Las Vegas Review Journal. A Las Vegas camper van manufacturer with French roots…
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RVTI Publishes 2023 Annual Report
The RV Technical Institute (RVTI) has released its 2023 annual report, which highlights its multifaceted efforts to address the growing…
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OVR Partners With Monterey Motorsports Festival
OVR: Outdoor Vehicle Recreation, a media brand that focuses on vehicle-based outdoor adventure, will curate a wide variety of new,…
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Campers Challenged To Camp Clean
This June through October, the National Wildlife Federation and Johnson Outdoors are teaming up for the Great American Campout by encouraging people…
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Grand Design Unveils Transferable Warranty Program
Grand Design RV has announced enhancements to its warranty program. The company’s three- and five-year warranties will now be fully…
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European Caravan Federation Publishes Market Analysis
The following is a report from AboutCampBtoB.com. The European Caravan Federation has published an analysis of the leisure vehicle market…
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Toy Storage Nation To Host Sept. RV & Boat Storage Workshop
Toy Storage Nation (TSN) announced an Executive RV and Boat Storage Workshop to be held Sept. 27 in Naples, Florida.…
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Octane Completes $365M Asset-Backed Securitization
Octane announced that it has closed a $365 million securitization (“OCTL 2024-2”) collateralized by its fixed-rate installment powersports loans issued…
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A Last-Minute Change Sets This Riverstone Toy Hauler Apart
Riverstone’s high-end toy hauler, the Legacy 4513DST, has drawn rave reviews since it debuted last fall. The 45-foot-long unit, with…
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RV Pocket Tech Joins RVDA As Associate Member
RV Pocket Tech, an app dedicated to enhancing the efficiency and accuracy of RV technicians, announced its new status as…
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Dealer Finds Specializing Pays Off
Many dealerships abide by a list of rules, some written and some unwritten, but Campers Union isn’t most dealerships. The…
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RVIA: DeLaine Triplitt on Finding Inspiration Through RVTI
The following is a profile from the RV Industry Association. DeLaine Triplitt is spending her retirement embracing outdoor opportunities. She’s…
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The Dyrt: Top 10 Hardest-to-Book US Campgrounds
According to The Dyrt’s 2024 Camping Report presented by The All-New Toyota Tacoma, 45.5% of campers reported having a difficult…
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Video: Tom Kline Advises Dealers on Cybersecurity Following CDK Breach
Dealer consultant Tom Kline, owner of Better Vantage Point, joins CDT News to discuss the importance of having the right…
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nuCamp Revives Cirrus 920 Truck Camper
The following is a report from Auto Evolution. While some people are looking for massive RVs and travel trailers, some…
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Registration Opens for 2024 MH FacTOURy Summit in Elkhart
This year’s MH FacTOURy Summit has announced that attendee registration is now open for the two-day event hosted at the…
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75% of Large Group Campers Believe Camping Enhances Family Bonds
The following is a report from Modern Campground. A new study released by Modern Campground, in partnership with Cairn Consulting…
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Dragonfly Energy Hosts Commerce Secretary Raimondo & Sen. Rosen
United States Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo held a press conference with Nevada Senator Jacky Rosen at the Reno, Nevada,…
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RV Electrical Systems 101
RV electrical systems can be confusing to explain to potential users, and rightly so! Learning how all the components go…
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Noovo Launches Noovo Pop Class B Van
Las Vegas-based Noovo has announced the launch of its new Noovo Pop camper van. Setting new benchmarks for design, technology…
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Bring Your Kid to Work
One of the greatest sounds on earth is the laughter of a child. Can everyone agree on that? OK, this…
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Jellystone Park Supports Local Farm With Advanced Wastewater Treatment
Northgate Resorts has announced the installation of a state-of-the-art wastewater treatment plant at Jellystone Park Quarryville, Pennsylvania — an initiative…
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This Heavy-Duty Chinese Overland RV Has a Two-Story Interior
The following is a report from Auto Evolution. Ladies and gentlemen and lovers of all things wild, before us is…
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Video: Alliance RV Introduces the Delta Ultra Lite RK234
The following is from Alliance RV. We are excited to announce the Delta Ultra Lite series, our newest addition aimed…
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CRS Appoints New National Business Development Specialist
Commercial Recreation Specialists (CRS), a provider of commercial-grade recreation solutions, announced the appointment of Spencer Wiberley as the new National…
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Lessons From a Goal-Getter
Debbie Brunoforte isn’t just the leader of Little Dealer Little Prices in Arizona — she’s a powerhouse in the industry,…
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KOA Report: 34% of New Campers Are ‘Glampers’
Kampgrounds of America, Inc. (KOA) released its latest report on glamping as part of its annual Camping and Outdoor Hospitality Report…
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The Dyrt Announces 2024 Best Places to RV
The Dyrt announced its 2024 Best Places to RV report, presented by State Farm. “Interest in RV camping continues to grow, and…
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Storyteller’s Linton Spotlighted in 2024 Birmingham C-suite Awards
Alabama’s Birmingham Business Journal (BBJ) recently honored regional C-suite executives for high achievement, including Christina Linton, Storyteller Overland’s chief people…
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Woodland Airstream Buys 500 Harvest Hosts Memberships
Harvest Hosts, a membership program offering RVers access to 5,000+ unique RV camping locations, announced that Woodland Airstream has purchased…
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Elkhart-Based Cross Trailers Plans To Build Middlebury Plant
The following is a report from The Elkhart Truth. An Elkhart, Indiana, trailer maker hopes to more than double its…
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The Dyrt: Solo Camping Increases Significantly for 2nd Consecutive Year
The Dyrt found that solo camping continues to trend upward. In 2023, 29.8% of campers camped alone at least one…
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Turn Sold Customers Into Repeat Fans of Your Brand With CRM Automation
A lot of people can go through your dealership on any given day, both online and at your brick-and-mortar. When…
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RV Learning Center Offers Online Warranty Administrator Training
Warranty administrator training is the latest addition to the Mike Molino RV Learning Center’s selection of online courses designed to…
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Ontario Ministry of Transportation Confirms ELD Exemption for RV Industry
The Canadian Recreational Vehicle Association (CRVA) reported that the Ontario Ministry of Transportation has officially confirmed the exemption of drivers…
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CNN: Increased RV Sales Are a ‘Good Sign for Economy’
The following is a report from CNN Business. At this time of year, a reservation with Chill RV Rentals isn’t…
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Seeking Alpha Reviews Camping World Financials
The following is a report by Sandpiper Investment Research published by Seeking Alpha, a crowd-sourced content service for financial market…
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Outdoor Participation Research Study Reveals Findings
The Outdoor Foundation (OF) and Outdoor Industry Association (OIA), the longtime authority on outdoor participation research and data, released findings from their 2024…
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Jayco Unveils Renovated Customer Service Facility
The Jayco family of companies announced the completion of significant renovations to its 118,000-square-foot, multilevel customer service facility. The external…
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Forest River’s U.S. Cargo Partners With Dying Defiantly
Forest River Cargo announced its partnership with Dying Defiantly, a charitable organization that helps terminally ill veterans, military personnel and…
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KOA: Campers Crave Immersive Travel Experiences in 2024
Kampgrounds of America (KOA) recently released its Camping Trips and Travel Experience report, which explores the trends of camping and…
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Pikes Peak Traveland RV Changes Ownership
Performance Brokerage Services announced the sale of Pikes Peak Traveland RV in Colorado Springs, Colorado, from the Biles family to…
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KOA Awarded for ‘Building Deep Loyalty With Customers’
Kampgrounds of America (KOA) was recognized by Loyalty360 as a winner of two 2024 Loyalty360 Awards, which were announced June 6…
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The Heart of a Champion
Champion Home Builders has become a dominant force in the U.S. park model market, garnering a market share in 2023…
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Exodus Rigs Introduces the Capax
California-based Exodus Rigs announced the introduction of its first model, The Capax. The Capax is an American-made luxury travel trailer…
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RVIA Board Adjusts Recommended Model Year Changeover Dates
The following was a News & Insights report from the RV Industry Association (RVIA). Last week, the RV Industry Association…
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Go RVing’s Trends To Know: Traveling With Pets
Go RVing released its Monthly Trends Report, this month with findings on traveling with pets. People want to travel with…
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RV Learning Center College Scholarship Deadline Approaching
The application for the Mike Molino RV Learning Center College Scholarship Program is available online for undergraduates currently employed in the RV…
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goHomePort Expands Portfolio of Storage Facilities
goHomePort, the parent company of RV storage, rentals and service/repairs businesses, announced it recently closed on an acquisition in West…
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OHI Wraps Up D.C. Visit Focused on RV Park & Campground Advocacy
Members of OHI (formerly National ARVC) leadership and campground owners wrapped up an important visit to Washington last week advocating…
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