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Star brite Names New Leadership Team
Star brite has appointed Gregor Dornau as its new president following its acquisition by OneWater Marine/T-H Marine Supplies in August…
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LCI Appoints Linda Myers to Board of Directors
LCI Industries, parent company of Lippert, announced the appointment of Linda Myers to its board of directors as an additional…
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Time To Dust Off the Compliance Manual
The change of seasons also brings light to the task of updating a dealership’s compliance policies and procedure manual. Some…
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Incoming RVIA Chairman Discusses Board Priorities
Building industry unity, increasing campsite availability, improving repair event cycle times, and accommodating electrification are just a few of the…
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Dometic Launches Newest FreshJet A/C Model
Dometic announces FreshJet 3 Series, which the company said is the latest innovation in RV air conditioning. The new FreshJet…
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AIMS Power Releases Newest Charging Regulator
Reno-based AIMS Power has released its new line of battery charging regulators used in 12-volt DC applications. The company said…
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Winnebago CEO: A ‘Normalization’ of Demand
Winnebago Industries CEO Michael Happe appeared on the CNBC program “Power Lunch” this week and discussed the current state of…
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RVshare Travel Trend Report Predicts Banner Year for Rentals
RV rental company RVshare announced findings from its 2023 Travel Trend Report, indicating another “blockbuster” year for travel, as 88 percent…
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Kampgrounds of America Names Award Winners at Annual Convention
Kampgrounds of America (KOA) announced the winners of its]annual campground awards during their annual Convention in Orlando, Florida. Celebrating 60…
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Report: Spending a Night in EarthCruiser’s $350K Terranova
A Business Insider reporter spent a night in an EarthCruiser overlanding RV, a new experience someone completely new to the…
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Lippert Acquires Way Interglobal
Lippert today said that its subsidiary, Furrion LLC, has acquired the business assets of Way Interglobal, a former competitor producing…
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Blog: Complying with the Gramm Leach Bliley Act
With generational roots in the auto industry, Tom Kline today runs an RV dealership consulting firm called A Better Vantage…
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RV Retailer Rebrands as Blue Compass RV
RV Retailer, a dealership group with more than 100 dealerships and counting, announced that it is launching the Blue Compass…
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Camping World Acquires Alabama’s Ashley Outdoors
Camping World Holdings announced an agreement to acquire Ashley Outdoors, a family-owned RV Dealership, in Salem, Alabama. The acquisition is…
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Haugen RV Group Appoints New Company President/Head of Real Estate
The Haugen RV Group announced that Ryan Flint has been appointed the new president and head of real estate of…
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Alliance RV Owners Take NRVTA Training Course
Alliance RV conducted what it calls an owner-empowerment event at the National RV Training Academy’s (NRVTA) Big Red Schoolhouse on…
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GripSale Hand Rail Rolled Out by RV Designer
RV Designer is introducing GripSafe, an advanced hand rail assist product. The patent-pending rail device allows users smooth, safe entry/exit…
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Idaho Dealer, with Help, Auctions ‘Time Capsule’ for Charities
Leisureland RV Center of Boise, Idaho recently partnered with Idaho auction house Musick Auction to help three local charities by…
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REV Recreation Group Launches New Online Dealer Portal
REV Recreation Group, a subsidiary of REV Group Inc., has launched Dealer Connect, a brand-new sales and service portal for…
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Forest River’s Kevin McArt Named RVIA 2023 Board Chairman
The RV Industry Association Board of Directors elected Kevin McArt, Forest River general manager, as its 2023 Chair of the…
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Duo Form Named 2022 Michigan Manufacturer of the Year
Duo Form has been named Michigan Manufacturer of the Year for 2022 by the Michigan Manufacturers Association. The company won…
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Truma Celebrates its 40 Under 40 Honoree
Truma said it is thrilled to congratulate Jonathan Ellis, OEM account manager, on his inclusion in RV PRO’s “40 Under…
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RVDA Con/Expo Declared Success, Future Dates Announced
The 2022 RV Dealers Convention/Expo at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas wrapped up on Nov. 11th with its final workshop…
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RVIA Salutes RVing Members in Veteran’s Day Special
This Friday, Nov. 11, being Veterans Day, the staff of the RV Industry Association put together this report on veterans…
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SuperSprings International Achieves ISO 9001 Certification
The team at SuperSprings International said it is very pleased to announce its newest certification – ISO 9001. For more…
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Horizon Global Reports on ‘Disappointing’ Quarter
Towing and trailering equipment manufacturer Horizon Global of branded towing and trailering equipment, Horizon Global reported sales in the quarter…
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Report: CPI Moderates in October, Still Elevated
U.S. inflation eased slightly last month as the Federal Reserve raised interest rates to get a grip on prices that…
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RV PRO Celebrates 40 Under 40 Class of 2022
The cheers said it all Tuesday night at RV PRO’s third annual 40 Under 40 celebration, recognizing honorees in the…
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Hart Elected RVDA Chairman; Wilkins Receives James B. Summers Award
Bustling is the word that comes to mind upon entering the hallways of the conference center of Caesars Palace, Las…
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Horizon Global Launches Digital Media Library for Dealers and Installers
Horizon Global Corp., a manufacturer of branded towing and trailering equipment, announced the launch of an expansive digital media library…
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Report: Outdoor Recreation Industry Worth $862B Annually
The U.S. Department of Commerce’s Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA) has released economic data it gathered in 2021 that shows…
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ROUTE 66 RV Network Announces New Dealer Members
ROUTE 66 RV Network, which claims to be the largest network of independent RV dealers in North America, announced the…
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RVing in New England is Live in Las Vegas
This week the RV Dealers Association is having its annual Convention/Expo in Las Vegas, and in attendance are John DiPietro…
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Newmar, Rollick Partner on Marketing and Lead Management
Rollick, a technology provider for the RV, marine and powersports markets, announced that Newmar, a manufacturer of Class A and…
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KING Unveils Newest Roof-Mounted Satellite Antenna
At the RVDA Convention Expo in Las Vegas this week, KING debuted a new roof-mounted satellite that it said will…
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Micro-Air on Hand at RVDA Convention
Micro-Air, the New Jersey electronics manufacturer of the soft start for RV and what it claimed is the only aftermarket…
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Brown & Brown Dealer Services Acquires Finance Builders
Brown & Brown announced that Brown & Brown Dealer Services (“BBDS”) has acquired substantially all of the assets of Finance…
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Your Campground’s Electric Vehicle Roadmap: EV Toolkit
The National ARVC, the nonprofit organization that serves the campground and RV campground market, has announced the launch of its…
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Ep. 48 – Care Camps’ Jennifer Mercer on the Value of Nature as Therapy
Jennifer Mercer is director of development for Care Camps, a nonprofit organization that exists to offer kids going through cancer…
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Andrew Mock is New Sr. VP of RV Sales for Lippert
LCI Industries, parent company of Lippert, announced that Andrew Mock has been promoted to senior vice president of RV Sales,…
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NRVTA Producing Online Reality Show About Boondocking
To build awareness of the fun and camaraderie that awaits people in the RV lifestyle, the The National RV Training…
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Renogy Showing its RV Solar Power Solutions at RVDA Con/Expo
Solar energy product maker Renogy will be exhibiting its REGO Series and Renogy ONE, the company’s newest solar power solutions…
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Impel Unveils Conversational AI Capabilities for Retailers at Con/Expo
Impel, which makes digital engagement software, at the 2022 RVDA Expo in Las Vegas Monday said its Sales AI conversational…
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PPL Motor Homes Fills Top Executive Roles
PPL Motor Homes, which claims the title of largest RV consignment dealer in the USA, announced that long-time PPL Motor…
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Care Camps Joins In Tow with RV PRO Podcast Tuesday
This Tuesday is the second of the month, which means a new episode of the In Tow with RV PRO…
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RVDA Con/Expo is Next Week in Las Vegas
The RV Dealers Association will be taking over Ceasar’s Palace in Las Vegas next week – or at least a…
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RV Company Enters DC Market with Manassas Lease
The following report was published by Commercial Observer, an online outlet focused on the commercial real estate market, along with…
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Lighting That’s in Your Control
The best way that ITC employees have found to remain innovative in a competitive market is to put themselves in…
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RV PRO Celebrates 40 Under 40 Class of 2022
Each year, RV PRO spotlights 40 professionals across the RV industry who represent up-and-coming leadership under 40 years old. Honorees…
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Lazydays Reports Sales Increase of Nearly 5% in Q3
RV retail group Lazydays said its third quarter revenue was $333.8 million, up nearly 5% from the $318.7 million in…
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Go RVing Ad Takes Silver in London International Awards
Go RVing won a Silver London International Award in the travel and leisure category for the Don’t Let Your Vacation Ruin Your Vacation radio…
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Updated FTC Regs to Impact Dealers in December
Updated regulations from the Federal Trade Commission will impact automotive, RV and powersports dealers nationwide starting next month. The significantly…
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RVIA Seeking 2023 Membership Renewals
With the new year just around the corner, membership renewals are under way for the RV Industry Association. Thanks to…
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Camping World Holdings Reports $1.85B in Q3 Sales
Camping World Holdings said it had $1.85 billion in revenue for the third quarter, a decrease of $60.9 million, or…
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RVIA Touts Membership Benefits, Part Two
The RV Industry Association is the premier organization serving the RV industry, and it annually publishes stories on why it is beneficial…
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RVDA Con/Expo Session to Focus on Mediation, Customer Retention
Certified Mediator and RV industry trainer Harold Oehler will offer strategies for defending a dealership against consumer claims all while…
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Motility Software Announces Sponsorship, Happy Hour at RVDA Con/Expo
Motility Software announced its silver partnership at the 2022 RV Dealers Convention and Expo, coming up Nov. 7-11 in Las…
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NRVTA Tech, Inspector Expo Draws Nearly 500
The National RV Training Academy (NRVTA) reported 480 people registered for the 2022 Expo, which took place Sept. 26-30 in…
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LCI Industries’ Income Reflects Cutbacks in RV Manufacturing
LCI Industries, parent company of Lippert, said its net sales were slightly off in the third quarter as compared to…
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F&I Provider Titan Warranty Administration Announces Public Launch
Titan Warranty Administration, an all-digital warranty and service contract provider in the franchised auto, independent auto dealer and RV dealer…
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Priority One Launches Park Model Financing Program
Priority One Financial Services, a full-service finance company serving RV, trailer and marine dealers with business-ready finance and insurance solutions,…
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RVIA Issues Guidance on California’s Small Off-Road Engine Regulation
New regulations taking effect in California next year instigated by the California Air Resources Board will affect RVers’ generators to…
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EcoFlow’s Power Kits Showcased at SEMA
EcoFlow, an eco-friendly energy solutions company, announced that it is attending the SEMA Show 2022, featuring the world’s first highly…
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Blog: The Crucial Relationship Between Marketing Efforts and the Sales Cycle
We’re nearing that time of year when it feels like every automotive company is running a holiday special – and…
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Jayco Launches New Solar Power Packages
Jayco announced the launch of its comprehensive line of solar power system packages it said is designed to fit the…
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Aliner Honored by Local Business Publications
Pennsylvania-based Aliner has announced two regional awards it has received from business organizations in the Keystone State. The Business Times…
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RVIA Emerging Leaders Coalition Touts RVDA Con/Expo Happy Hour
RV Industry Association’s Emerging Leaders Coalition Hosting Networking Happy Hour The RV Industry Association’s Emerging Leaders Coalition is having a…
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Yakima Partners With Meyer Distributing
Yakima cargo and gear management products will now be available through Meyer Distributing’s network of retailers, the companies announced. The…
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Gulf Stream Celebrates 40th Anniversary at Open House Week
RV manufacturer Gulf Stream Coach bills itself as the largest independent, family-owned RV manufacturer, and that’s quite a feat –…
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Motorhome Market Will Hit $218.9B by 2026, Research Group Says
The global research firm ResearchAndMarkets said it expects the motorhome market to grow to $218.9 billion by 2026, up from…
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Muscle Car Camper or RV that Hauls (Blank)? You Decide
In keeping with what seems to be a retro theme this pre-Halloween weekend, Auto Evolution presents what may have been…
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Classic in the Front, Party in the Back
This article originally appeared in RV PRO’s sister publication, THE SHOP. As a kid, I grew up taking family vacations…
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Black Book: Wholesale Values Increase as New Shipments Decline
With production cutbacks at OEMs across the board, fewer new shipments mean that wholesale auction prices are rising, according to…
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NTP-STAG’s Parent Reports Revenue Drop in Q3
LKQ Corp., parent company of NTP-STAG, reported revenue of $3.1 billion during the third quarter, a decrease of 5.9% compared…
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Patrick Industries Posts Solid Q3 Results Despite RV Numbers
Patrick Industries reported net sales of $1.1 billion in the third quarter, a 5% increase over the same period of…
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Cleer Vision Produces New Instructional Video Series
Cleer Vision Windows, an Airxcel brand, has produced a series of five new how-to videos detailing repairs on their line…
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Dometic Reports Q3 Sales Increase of 37%
Outdoor gear and accessory maker Dometic reported net sales during the third quarter of approximately $697.7 million, which is a…
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TerraRover Joins Overlanding Market, Debuts Two New Towables
Tennessee-based TerraRover Overland Co. joins the adventure trailer industry as a new brand backed by a half-century of manufacturing excellence,…
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RVIA Touts Membership Perks, Program Access
The RV Industry Association is the premier organization serving the RV industry, and it annually publishes stories on why it…
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Winegard Adds Flat High-Performance Starlink to RV Offerings
WiFi connectivity company Winegard announced that, as an authorized retailer, it is adding the flat high-performance Starlink to its product…
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RVIA Webinar to Discuss Midterm Election Results
On Nov. 15, RV Industry Association federal lobbying firm Polsinelli is hosting a webinar on the 2022 Congress Midterm and…
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RVDA Con/Expo Touts Slate of Vendor Training +Plus Sessions
Twenty-seven Vendor Training +Plus sessions are slated for the 2022 RV Dealers Convention/Expo in Las Vegas in November that will…
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Land ‘N’ Sea Celebrates Successful Kickoff to Show Season
Land ‘N’ Sea just concluded its first show of the season in Las Vegas last week and said it is…
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Report: Through Q3, RV Shipments Off 8.2% YOY
The RV Industry Association’s monthly survey of manufacturers found that total RV shipments in September were 28,333 units, a decrease…
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DRV Luxury Suites Launches Redesigned Website
DRV Luxury Suites, a manufacturer of luxury fifth wheel and toy hauler RVs, has just released a new brand website…
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RVDA Endorses Accelerate2Compliance to Help Dealers Stay Within FTC Rules
The RV Dealers Association has endorsed the new Accelerate2Compliance (A2C) dealership program, available through the A2C Portal. The program is…
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CRC Industries to Showcase New Vehicle Projects at Upcoming Shows
CRC Industries invites fans and customers to explore two remarkable project vehicles, a brand-new booth, and many exciting product innovations…
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Ep. 47 – Rollick’s Bernie Brenner on the Value of Streamlining Software
Bernie Brenner is the CEO and chairman of the board of Rollick, a technology company focused specifically on the buying…
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Jayco, Lippert Partner on SEMA Show Concept RV
Jayco announced a collaboration build with Lippert on a concept RV for the upcoming Specialty Equipment Manufacturers Association (SEMA) Show.…
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USLG Adds Tennessee Dealership for Cortes Campers
US Lighting Group announced that it has signed Knuckleberry Custom Trailers of Thompson’s Station, Tennessee, as its latest exclusive dealer…
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Cummins Unveils New Portable Onan Power Stations
Global power and technology company Cummins announced the launch of Onan Power Stations, the latest Cummins offering in its portfolio…
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Trends: RV Delivery Quickly Becoming a ‘Thing’
San Diego mom of two Audrey Patterson frequently vacations in a recreational vehicle with her family. But she’s actually driven…
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Rollick CEO Featured on New Podcast
New episodes of the In Tow with RV PRO podcast go live the second and fourth Tuesday of every month,…
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Container Imports to Los Angeles, Long Beach Plummet
September is usually a strong month for West Coast imports as U.S. companies bring in their year-end holiday goods. Not…
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Dutchmen Promotes Scott Gould to General Manager
RV manufacturer Dutchmen announced Scott Gould as its new general manager. Gould is a veteran of 10 years in the…
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Dragonfly Rings Opening Bell at Stock Exchange
Dragonfly Energy Holdings Corp., a producer of deep cycle lithium-ion storage batteries and a company focused on energy storage, participated…
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Auto Retailer Lithia & Driveway Acquires Airstream Dealerships
Lithia & Driveway, reported to be the second-highest volume automotive retailer in the country, has taken its first step into…
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Nomination Deadline Extended for RV HOF’s Class of 2023
The RV/MH Hall of Fame is accepting nominations for the hall’s Class of 2023 until Nov. 30, a one-month extension…
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Portfolio Returns as Bronze Partner for RVDA Con/Expo
The RV Dealers Association announced that Portfolio, a provider of service contracts, has returned as a bronze partner for the…
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Walex Appoints Tom Manning & Associates as Canada RV Rep Agency
Walex Products Co. announced that Tom Manning & Associates has been added as its new RV rep agency for Canada,…
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