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DOGE Cancels Funding for ‘Take Me Fishing’ Program
According to a report from Outdoor Life, this month the Department of Governmental Efficiency (DOGE) canceled funding to the nonprofit…
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US Labor Market ‘Surprises’ With 147,000 New Jobs in June
The following is a report from the Associated Press (AP). The U.S. labor market delivered another upside surprise last month,…
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BADAC Adventure Co.’s Camper Trailer Is Tiny Yet Highly Capable
The following is a report from AutoEvolution. In a market overflowing with luxurious, feature-packed RVs that sell for exorbitant prices,…
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Winnebago: Women To Increase Outdoor Activity to Record Levels in 2025
When it comes to the outdoors, more women are lacing up their hiking boots, unrolling yoga mats in the park…
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Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta President Still Eyes One Rate Cut This Year
According to a report from Reuters, Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta President Raphael Bostic repeated on Monday that he still…
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Key Inflation Gauge Rose in May, Americans Reduced Spending
According to a report from The Associated Press, a key inflation gauge moved higher in May in the latest sign…
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Hipcamp Doubles US Campsite Inventory
Hipcamp announced it has doubled its U.S. inventory to more than 500,000 campsites. Hipcamp now offers outdoor enthusiasts one of…
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Nomad Internet Launches Free Internet Service for RV Parks
Nomad Internet, provider of high-speed internet for rural communities and travelers, has announced the official launch of Nomad RV Free…
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Go RVing Details Demographics of 16.9M RV Intenders
The Go RVing RV Owner Demographic Profile identified 16.9 million Americans who have a significant interest in purchasing an RV in the…
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More Travelers Choosing RVs Over Flights This Summer
The following is a report from Guessing Headlights. If you thought the RV craze was slowing down, think again. This…
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American Coach Partners With Influencers To Launch New Floorplan
American Coach, a luxury motorhome brand that’s part of REV Recreation Group, has added a new American Eagle floorplan* that…
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The Dyrt Announces the 2025 Best Places To Camp Regional Awards
The Dyrt has announced the 2025 Best Places To Camp Regional Awards based on reviews and ratings from its vast…
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Go RVing’s Trends To Know: Grandymoons
Go RVing released its Monthly Trends Report, this month with findings on multigenerational family trips and “grandymoons.” What is a…
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Consumer Sentiment Rises for 1st Time This Year
According to a report from The Associated Press, consumer sentiment increased in June for the first time in six months,…
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US & China Agree on a Framework To Resolve Trade Disputes
According to a report from The Associated Press, senior U.S. and Chinese negotiators have agreed on a framework to get…
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Harvest Hosts Reaches Record Number of Stay Requests
Harvest Hosts, a unique membership program offering RVers access to overnight stays at thousands of one-of-a-kind locations, reported a major…
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Campspot: Camping Is 2025’s Practical, Affordable & Restorative Travel Strategy
A new survey from outdoor travel platform Campspot, in partnership with Pilot, finds that Americans are rethinking what it means…
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RVezy Reports Spike in Bookings From American Travelers
RVezy, one of Canada’s leading peer-to-peer RV rental platforms, reported a 300% year-over-year spike in bookings from American travelers, along…
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RV Trader & Harvest Hosts Form Partnership
RV Trader, an online marketplace for buying and selling new and used RVs, and Harvest Hosts, one of the nation’s leading…
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US Employers Add a Solid 139K Jobs in May
According to a report from The Associated Press, U.S. employers slowed hiring last month, but still added a solid 139,000…
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Hipcamp Unveils Inaugural ‘50 Favorite Places to Camp in America’
Hipcamp announced its inaugural list of its 50 Favorite Places to Camp in America Right Now, just in time for summer.…
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2025 Wholesale Shipments Expected To Align With 2024 Levels
The Summer 2025 edition of RV RoadSigns, the quarterly forecast prepared by ITR Economics for the RV Industry Association, projects…
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Turkish Hotomobil Introduces First Camper Offered in Bitcoin
Hotomobil, a Turkish camper brand with a strong presence in Europe, recently announced CyberGlad, a cabin designed for the Tesla…
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Family RV Association Partners With RV Overnights
Family RV Association recently signed an exclusive agreement with RV Overnights, a membership platform that connects RVers with small businesses…
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US Consumer Confidence Rebounds After Five Straight Months of Declines
According to a report from the Associated Press, Americans’ views of the economy improved in May after five straight months…
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2024 RV Industry Profile Available From RVIA
The 2024 RV Industry Profile, published by the RV Industry Association (RVIA), provides a detailed look at RV production and…
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Electric Outdoors Launches Off-Grid Glamping Platform
Electric Outdoors, a Michigan-based startup founded by former THOR Industries Chief Innovation Officer Josef Hjelmaker, has unveiled its EO Canopy,…
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Dreamliner Now Renting Luxury Coaches to the Public
Dreamliner Luxury Coaches is now offering the public the opportunity to “Ride Like a Rockstar,” offering luxury travel in custom tour…
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Nearly Half of RV Owners Within 35-54 Years Old
The following Go RVing 2025 Owner Demographic Profile was reported in the RV Industry Association’s (RVIA) News & Insights. The…
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The Dyrt: Pickleball Courts Top Campground Amenity in 2024
The Dyrt has found that pickleball courts were the top amenity added by private campgrounds in 2024. This finding is…
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Jeep Performance Parts Unveils Rooftop Tent Concept
At the Overland Expo West in Flagstaff, Arizona, Jeep Performance Parts (JPP) by Mopar announced a conceptual camping solution for…
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Meeting the Needs of Full-Time RVers
As RV living continues to rise in popularity, manufacturers are competing to capture the attention of this growing customer base.…
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RVing Remains a Popular Choice for Summer Travel
The RV Industry Association (RVIA) released its latest Summer Travel Intentions survey data revealing 44 million Americans plan to travel…
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Canadian Wholesale Shipments Up 23.5% YOY
The Canadian Recreational Vehicle Association (CRVA) reported that RV wholesale shipments into Canada for the first quarter ending March 31…
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Go RVing: Wellness Tourism Continues To Grow
Go RVing’s recent report on trends and insights impacting the RV industry spotlighted the growing popularity of “wellness tourism.” The…
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Infinite Outdoors Initiative To ‘Give Public Land Back to the Public’
Working to give public land back to the public, Infinite Outdoors announced the launch of Access Granted, a first-of-its-kind initiative…
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ORR Applauds Formation of Bipartisan House Public Lands Caucus
The Outdoor Recreation Roundtable (ORR), a coalition of outdoor recreation trade associations representing the $1.2 trillion outdoor recreation economy, said…
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Federal Reserve Leaves Key Rate Unchanged
The following is a report from The Associated Press. The Federal Reserve kept its key interest rate unchanged Wednesday, brushing…
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AdventureGenie, Open Roads Team Up To Fuel RV Adventures
AdventureGenie, an AI-powered travel planning tool for camping and RV trips, announce an new partnership with Open Roads, a platform…
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The Dyrt: 3 of 4 Campers Have Camped With Their Vehicle
The topic of camping usually evokes images of campfires and tents, but new data shows that most campers are partial…
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Go RVing Encourages Consumers To Go ‘Just Beyond Your Door’
Just think of the possibilities. Hiking, kayaking, swimming, birdwatching, mountain biking, rock climbing or even simply enjoying a book in…
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RVRA Survey: RV Rental Demand Remains Healthy Despite Uncertainty
Almost two-thirds of RV dealers who also rent RVs surveyed this spring said their bookings for the upcoming summer season…
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De Minimis Loophole Closed
The following was a News & Insights report from the RV Industry Association (RVIA). As we reported last month on April…
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US Added 177K Jobs in April, Unemployment Stays at 4.2%
The following is a report from The Associated Press. American employers added a surprising 177,000 jobs in April as the…
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Inventors Develop RV Cover Protection, Wireless Signaling System
A new concept from InventHelp.com is designed to address damage to RV covers. “As an RV owner, I was frustrated…
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OHI: 2025 Advocacy Efforts Update for Q1
The following is a blog post from OHI (formerly known as the National Association of RV Parks and Camgrounds) updating…
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The Dyrt: Campers Over 55 Prefer RVs
The Dyrt has found that 61% of campers 55 and over list RVs and trailers as their primary camping type,…
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CompoCloset Launches S1 Sealing Toilet on Kickstarter
CompoCloset, a leader in portable composting and eco-friendly toilets, announced the launch of its newest innovation: the S1 Sealing Toilet…
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Go RVing: 58% of Former RV Owners Open to Purchasing Again
The following is a News & Insights report from the RV Industry Association (RVIA). Go RVing’s newest special report turns attention…
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U-Haul Introduces Toy Hauler to Rental Fleet
Production has begun on the U-Haul Toy Hauler, the first addition to the company’s rental fleet of American-made trailers in…
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Former SpaceX Engineer Launches RV Startup
The following is a report from The Detroit Jewish News. Entrepreneur Sam Shapiro is leading an electric RV revolution from…
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Trump Administration To Impose Fees on Chinese Vessels
The following was a News & Insights report from the RV Industry Association (RVIA). On Thursday, April 17, the United…
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Carefree Covered RV Storage To Celebrate 7th Location Grand Opening
Carefree Covered RV Storage announced its inaugural celebration in the city of Surprise on June 9. The event will take…
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RV PRO Roundup: Our Power, Our Planet
2025 marks the 55th anniversary of celebrating Earth Day, a global event paying homage to the planet we call home…
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Sunbolt Unveils Aluminum Umbrella in Honor of Earth Month
In celebration of Earth Month and Earth Day, Sunbolt, provider of portable and integrated solar technology, announced the launch of…
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OIA Reports Outdoor Market Shows Modest Rebound to $28B in 2024
Outdoor Industry Association (OIA) released its 2025 Outdoor Retail Sales Trends Report, showing a modest 1% rebound in outdoor retail…
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OakCover Magazine Predicts 10 Biggest Travel Trends of 2025
As travelers seek fresh and meaningful ways to explore the world, OakCover Magazine is unveiling its predictions for the top…
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Go RVing Trends To Know: Livestreaming
Go RVing released its Monthly Trends Report, this month with findings on livestreaming and how it can benefit the RV…
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Australian Q1 Market Report Reflects Brand Strength, New Volatility
The latest Q1 2025 RV Market Brand Consideration Report from Retain Media offers fresh insight into the ever-evolving landscape of…
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Cairn Consulting’s Scott Bahr Joins ‘RVing in New England’
The Weekly Facebook Live show RVing in New England, hosted by the New England RV Dealers Association (NERVDA), was scheduled…
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COVID-19 Buyers Have ‘Strong Commitment’ to the RV Lifestyle
The latest report from Go RVing’s RV Owner Demographic Profile analyzes first-time RV buyers, with a spotlight on those who entered…
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The Dyrt Unveils Instant Campsite Finding Solution
The Dyrt has launched Drive Time, a new feature that allows campers to instantly find campsites within a predetermined amount…
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US Consumer Sentiment Drops as Inflation Expectations Soar
The following is a report from Yahoo Finance. Consumer sentiment tumbled further in April as the impacts of President Trump’s…
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Insider Perks Unveils AI-Powered Reservation Technology
Insider Perks, maker of marketing and artificial intelligence solutions tailored specifically for outdoor hospitality providers, announced a transformative update to…
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Velotric Launches Fold 1 Plus E-bike
Velotric, a leader in premium e-bikes, announced the launch of Fold 1 Plus, a folding e-bike purpose-built for riders who…
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RVs Gaining Momentum as Canadians Look To Travel Internally
The following is a report from CTV News. As more Canadians are looking to travel within our own country, road…
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Harvest Hosts Integrates With RV LIFE Trip Wizard
Harvest Hosts, the unique RV camping membership offering RVers access to one-of-a-kind RV camping experiences, announced that all 5,500-plus Harvest…
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KOA Report Reveals Strong Growth in Camping Industry
Camping has continued to evolve to meet the needs of the influx of new and experienced outdoor enthusiasts in the…
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Outside Names Top Trailers, Truck Campers & Van Conversions of 2025
The following is a report from Outside. There was a time when you had to choose between comfort and off-roading…
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Consumer Trends in RV Customization: How Dealerships Can Stay Ahead
Today’s RV buyers aren’t just looking for a vehicle — they want a home on wheels that matches their lifestyle.…
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US Forges Ahead With 104% Tariffs on China
The following is a report from Reuters. The United States said on Tuesday that 104% duties on imports from China…
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Harbinger Launches Serial Production of American-Made Electric Vehicle
Harbinger, a California-based electric vehicle (EV) truck manufacturer, announced it has achieved the official start of production for its American-made…
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New App Connects Like-Minded Travelers for Shared Experiences
With aim to reshape the future of travel, three industry veterans joined forces to launch TaggedTrip, an app that makes it…
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Trump Ends De Minimis Exemptions
The following was a News & Insights report from the RV Industry Association (RVIA). On April 2, President Donald Trump…
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Challenger Motorhomes Debuts a New Type of Hybrid
The following is a report from AutoEvolution. Not to get too philosophical about it, but life is a continuous, never-ending…
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Stellantis Temporarily Halts Production at 2 Plants in Canada, Mexico
The following is a report from The Associated Press. Automaker Stellantis is temporarily halting production at a plant in Canada…
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Trump Declares Sweeping Tariffs To Promote US Manufacturing
The following is a report from The Associated Press. President Donald Trump announced far-reaching new tariffs on nearly all U.S.…
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RV Trader Offers RV Pricing Trends Insight
RV Trader, the online marketplace for RV sales, recently released a review of 2024’s RV pricing trends as well as…
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Go RVing: Millennials, Gen Z Owners Primed To ‘Reshape the Industry’
The following was included in RVIA’s News & Insights report. Newest to RV ownership, millennial and Gen Z Owners are…
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The Dyrt: Solo Camping Increases for 3rd Consecutive Year
The Dyrt found that the percentage of campers who camp alone increased for the third consecutive year. Nearly a third…
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Arches National Park Closes Popular Hiking Area Indefinitely
The following is a report from USA TODAY. A beloved area at Arches National Park in Utah was closed indefinitely…
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Ultrafabrics, Pantone Collaborate on ‘The Simple Pleasures’ Palette
For the third consecutive year, Ultrafabrics, maker of high-performance textiles, has collaborated with Pantone to create another exclusive color palette…
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Trump Places 25% Tariff on Imported Autos
The following is a report from The Associated Press. President Donald Trump said he was placing 25% tariffs on auto…
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Pathfinder Ventures Sees April Bookings Up 48% YOY in Canada
Pathfinder Ventures has provided an update on the progress of its Lifestyle Communities division and insight on its Western Canada…
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Emerging RV Kitchen Appliance Trends: Efficiency, Style & Multifunctionality
Some say the kitchen is the heart of a home — and the appliances within it keep things running smoothly.…
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Black Book: Wholesale RV Values Mixed as Spring Arrives
Black Book released its monthly commentary for April. “The average values for motorhomes and towables sold at auction were mixed…
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RV Shipments Increased 6% YOY in February
Results for the RV Industry Association (RVIA)’s February 2025 survey of manufacturers found that total RV shipments ended the month…
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US Consumer Confidence Declines for 4th Straight Month
The following is a report from The Associated Press. U.S. consumer confidence continued its sharp 2025 decline as Americans’ views…
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Australia’s Arizon Off-Grid Partners With Full-Time Influencers
Arizon Off-Grid, Australia’s leading supplier of power and solar solutions to the caravan industry, announced a new partnership with full-time…
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Go RVing Trends To Know: AI-Powered Chatbots
Go RVing released its Monthly Trends Report, this month with findings on the continuing evolution of AI-powered chatbots. Unlike traditional…
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Over 425 Pennsylvania Campsites Close Indefinitely Due to DOGE Cuts
The following is a report from The Philadelphia Inquirer. Several federally operated campgrounds at one of Pennsylvania’s most popular summer…
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OHI: 2025 Travel Trends for RV Parks, Campgrounds & Glamping Businesses
The Outdoor Hospitality Industry (OHI) revealed its 2025 travel trend insights for RV parks, campgrounds and glamping businesses. “In 2025,…
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Overland Expo SoCal Touts ‘Most Successful Launch Ever’
Overland Expo, the world’s premier event series for overland adventure travel, launched its first-ever southern California event on March 15-16,…
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Federal Reserve Keeps Interest Rate Unchanged, Outlook More Uncertain
The following is a report from The Associated Press. The Federal Reserve kept its benchmark interest rate unchanged Wednesday and…
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Go RVing Details Young Families’ Role in the RV Market
Building off the recently released Go RVing 2025 RV Owner Demographic Profile, the new “Young Families Subgroup Special Report” highlights…
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Inventors Develop Protective Barrier for Camper Jack
A new concept from InventHelp.com is designed to address pest concerns related to camper jacks. “We wanted to create a…
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US Consumer Sentiment Near 2-1/2-Year Low
The following is a report from Reuters. U.S. consumer sentiment plunged to a nearly 2-1/2-year low in March and inflation…
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Spring Travel: 28 Million Americans Intend to RV
The latest RV Industry Association (RVIA) Spring Travel Intentions Survey revealed key insights into RV travel and leisure travel trends,…
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Wholesale Shipments Into Canada Increased 15.9% YOY
The Canadian Recreational Vehicle Association (CRVA) reports that RV wholesale shipments into Canada for the fourth quarter ending Dec. 31,…
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Go RV Rentals Releases 2025 RV Rental Price Index
Go RV Rentals has published its 2025 RV Rental Price Index Report, offering a detailed overview of rental rates and…
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