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ATC Updates Trailer Lines and Brand Direction
Aluminum Trailer Co. (ATC) said it is entering into a new phase for the company and its products starting next month.…
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Newmar and The Shyft Group Make NHTSA Weekly Recall List
The weekly recall list has come out from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Newmar and The Shyft Group are…
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French Company Wins Bidding War Over Germany’s Hella
French supplier Faurecia will acquire a majority stake in German automotive lighting group Hella, trumping rival bidders and creating the…
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Keystone RV Adding Solar Power as Standard Equipment
This fall, Keystone RV will become the first major towable RV manufacturer to offer solar power as standard equipment on…
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Airstream of Tampa Earns Honor of Unveiling the First New Pottery Barn Edition
For the second consecutive year, Airstream of Tampa, Fla., has been recognized as the No. 1 volume dealer of Airstreams…
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Fresno Van Conversion Company Comes into its Own
The Fresno (Calif.) Bee recently spotlighted a local company that’s been doing camper van conversions for decades, but only recently…
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Thriving ‘Outside of the Hub’
Elkhart, Ind. has long been dubbed the “RV Capital of the World” for good reason – about 80 percent of…
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Colorado Teardrops to Release an EV Adventure Trailer
Colorado Teardrops revealed its new patent-pending teardrop camping trailer designed for use with electric vehicles, The Boulder. The company said…
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Canadian Wholesale RV Shipments Take Big Jump
The Canadian Recreational Vehicle Association reported that RV wholesale shipments into Canada, for the second quarter ending June 30, totaled…
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REDARC Unveils First North American Overland Vehicle
Australia-based REDARC has long produced a fleet of Toyota Hilux vehicles that it managed and custom-outfitted to make capable of…
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Federal Appeals Court Rules Against Couple that Sued Manufacturer
A retired couple who did not give the manufacturer of an issue-ridden RV a sufficient opportunity to repair a leaking…
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ATC Unveils Off-Grid Package for Game Changer PRO Series
Aluminum Trailer Company (ATC) created an Off-Grid Package, geared toward those interested in boondocking or with a desire for greater…
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Lightning eMotors, Forest River Reach Multiyear Agreement on Clean Buses
Lightning eMotors, a provider of specialty commercial electric vehicles for fleets, and RV manufacturer Forest River, entered into a strategic…
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Airstream Deploys Customer Data Platform
Airstream tapped Customer Data Platform (CDP) company Amperity to unify consumer data and better understand the digital, financial and physical…
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Grand Design Promotes Natalie Bussard to Marketing Director
Grand Design RV recently promoted Natalie Bussard into the role of marketing director. Bussard joined Grand Design with eight years…
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Winnebago Industries Supports Ducks Unlimited Youth Development
Winnebago Industries contributed $25,000 to Ducks Unlimited (DU) to support youth participation in ThirdTerm, DU’s annual university leadership summit, and…
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Newmar, Forest River, Airstream, Entegra Coach and Tiffin Featured on Recall List
The weekly recall list from the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration features several RV companies. Newmar Corp. is recalling its…
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Lance Camper Adds Live Chat to Website
Lance Camper Manufacturing Corp. launched a new “live chat” customer assistance functionality on its website, lancecamper.com. The company said that…
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Manufacturing Expert Advises Mid-Year Supply Chain Review
Manufacturing and supply chain expert, Lisa Anderson, president of LMA Consulting Group Inc., advises manufacturers and distributors to take a…
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Details Finalized on Daimler Truck-Cummins Partnership
Daimler Truck AG and Cummins Inc. announced in February that they would enter a global strategic partnership for medium-duty engines.…
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Tuesday: Bob Wheeler, Airstream CEO, Joins In Tow with RV PRO
This week’s podcast guest is Bob Wheeler, president and CEO of Airstream. He’ll talk about his company’s rich history dating…
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Candidates Announced for 2022 RVIA Board of Director Spots
Nominations are in for the RV Industry Association Board of Directors. The Board of Directors is the highest level authority…
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Can-Do Duo Form
As the country comes out of the worst pandemic in a century, many businesses are beginning to realize the new…
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Last Call for Hall of Fame Induction Dinner
The RV/MH Hall of Fame issued its last call for attendees to join the induction dinner and ceremony for the…
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Europe’s Wingamm Bringing Line of Luxury Compact RVs to America
Wingamm, a leading provider of luxury compact RVs in Europe, has announced it is bringing its motorhomes to the U.S.…
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The Shyft Group Posts Record Q2 Sales
The Shyft Group, which makes chassis for RVs – among several markets it serves – has reported second quarter sales…
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THOR Industries is a Silver Partner for the RV Dealers Con/Expo
RVDA said THOR Industries is a silver partner for the 2021 RV Dealers Convention/Expo. THOR will also continue its sponsorship…
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Winnebago Delivers Unit for Wheel of Fortune Giveaway
Winnebago, a long-time partner of the iconic game show “Wheel of Fortune,” this week delivered a Winnebago Solis 59P camper…
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CKI Introduces Suite of RV-Targeted Bedding Products
Cadence Keen Innovations, dba CKI Solutions, is leveraging decades of experience in the hotel and cruise industries to introduce a…
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The Great American Outdoors Act: One Year Later
The following was issued Wednesday by the RV Industry Association on the one-year anniversary of the Great American Outdoors Act…
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THOR Welcomes Two to Board, Says Goodbye to Board Veteran
THOR Industries appointed two new members to its Board of Directors, Christina Hennington and Laurel Hurd, and announced the planned…
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Winnebago to Offer SuperSprings Enhancement on Class A Gas Models
Winnebago said it will begin offering a suspension enhancement package from SuperSprings International on all its Class A gas motorhomes,…
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Newell, FCCC, Heartland, Eclipse on this week’s Recall List
The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration issued its weekly recall report, and a handful of RV companies are on the…
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Obit: William ‘Bill’ Warrick
RV industry veteran Bill Warrick passed away recently, and this obituary was featured in the South Bend Tribune. William ‘Bill’…
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Made-in-the-USA PullRite Powers On
Since COVID-19 gripped the U.S. last year, suppliers throughout the industry have been forced to make some difficult choices. Yet,…
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ICM’s Entry into RV and Marine Markets Pays Off
ICM Controls, which makes electronic control systems primarily targeting the HVAC market, reported record sales growth for fiscal year 2021.…
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Grand Design RV Promotes Tommy Hall to Solitude Product Manager
Grand Design RV promoted Tommy Hall to the role of product manager for the Solitude line of fifth wheels. Hall…
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RVIA Hosting In-Person Regulatory & Safety Compliance Seminar
After holding last year’s virtual seminar, the RV Industry Association will return to hosting the Regulatory & Safety Compliance Seminar…
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Wynnchurch Capital Acquires Trimlite
Wynnchurch Capital acquired Trimlite Mfg., a maker and distributor of residential doors and related door products. Founded in 1982 and…
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LiquidSpring Introduces Revolutionary Four-Corner Suspension Upgrade for Gas Motorhomes
The leader in innovative smart suspensions, LiquidSpring is pleased to announce the release of its full four-corner system upgrade. Available…
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Airstream Launches Pottery Barn Special Edition Trailer
Airstream has launched its new Pottery Barn Special Edition Travel Trailer. The 28-foot Airstream is designed in partnership with Pottery…
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Q2 a Record Quarter for RV Shipments
The RV Industry Association’s June 2021 survey of manufacturers found that total RV shipments ended the month with 50,706 units,…
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Blog: OEMs Should Beware of the Costs of Cutting Corners on Solar
Demand for RVs continues to grow. While people may be more excited than ever to hit the road, they do…
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Keystone Veteran Returns as Channel Marketing Manager
Tabatha Holmes returned to Keystone RV as channel marketing manager, replacing Sara Dover. A 16-year company veteran, Holmes has played…
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Michigan Gov. Welcomes RV Companies to the State with Grants
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer announced Monday economic development grants for RV manufacturers Cruiser RV and Heartland Recreational Vehicles in support of…
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Tiffin on NHTSA’s Recall List
Alabama-based Tiffin Motorhomes is on this week’s recall list issued by the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration. Tiffin is recalling…
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Tuesday: Darryl Searer Talks RV/MH Hall of Fame
This week’s podcast guest is Darryl Searer, president of the RV/MH Hall of Fame. Coming live Tuesday, this episode will…
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Storyteller Overland Debuts All-New Camper Van Based on Ford Transit
It’s called the Mode LT, and it’s the most affordable of Storyteller Overland’s camper range. The brand is known for…
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Report: Delta Variant Taking Hold in Indiana
The delta variant, a more contagious and deadly strain of the COVID-19 virus, is spreading quickly throughout Indiana and is…
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Tom Hanks Selling His Airstream Packed with Memories
Airstream trailers are as timeless as they are practical, comfortable and beautiful. A typical Airstream sees campgrounds and rural locations…
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Black Book: Wholesale RV Values Continue Climbing, But More Slowly
“The values of used RVs sold at wholesale auctions rose across the board once again last month, but the increases…
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Analysis: RV Market Continues its Strong Performance
Global market analysis firm J.D. Power has released its annual mid-year report as it pertains to the RV industry. “Summer…
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Winnebago Excited to Again Host Grand National Rally
For more than 50 years, Winnebago has welcomed its owner community to Forest City, Iowa, for Grand National Rally –…
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REV Group New Partnership Continues Push to Improve Supply Chain Efficiencies
Milwaukee’s REV Group announced a multi-year agreement with Consus Global, a global procurement solutions integrator and services provider. The partnership…
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RV Supplier Investing Millions in New Elkhart Facility
A vacant section of the old Miles Laboratories campus will be busy once more, as a local RV industry supplier…
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RVIA Standards Inspection Program Plays Vital Role in Manufacturing Process
The following is from the RV Industry Association, reporting on the semi-annual meeting held by the organization’s standards inspection program.…
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CyberLandr Creator Discusses the Tesla Truck Camper
When the pandemic hit, Lance King had a decision to make. Either lay off most of his employees or come…
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DEI Improves High-Temp Spray Adhesive Formula
Design Engineering Inc. said it is now offering an improved version of its professional-grade Spray Adhesive. The company said in…
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How and When the Chip Shortage Will End, in Four Charts
At the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, the auto industry cut back on production, thereby cutting back on the chips…
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Winnebago Industries to Acquire Pontoon Boat Manufacturer
Winnebago Industries said it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Barletta Pontoon Boats, which it calls the industry’s…
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Airstream Announces Top 2021 Dealers
Airstream today announced its top dealer rankings based on retail units sold between July 1, 2020 and June 30, 2021.…
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Proposed CARB Regulation Threatens Availability of Diesel Engines
Provisions of a proposed California Air Resource Board (CARB) rule will greatly increase the cost of manufacturing diesel engines beginning…
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Foam Shortage Affects RV, Other Industries
Another product shortage is proving to be a literal pain in the backside for consumers, and this one is affecting…
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American Coach and RV One to Host Meet-and-Greet with Indy Winner
American Coach and RV One Superstore Charlotte in North Carolina will host a meet and greet with Hélio Castroneves, a…
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Canadian Border Opens to Vaccinated Americans August 9
Canada is a popular destination for many American RVers who have been unable to travel to the country since the…
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Fleetwood RV Creates Series of Factory Tour Videos
REV Recreation Group brand Fleetwood RV created a series of five videos showcasing how its luxury motorhomes are made at its 480,000-square-foot…
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Lordstown Motors Confirms DOJ Probe
Embattled electric vehicle start-up Lordstown Motors confirmed the U.S. Justice Department investigating its business, including the SPAC deal that brought…
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PressurePro Remains TPMS Partner of Choice for OEMs
Experience, advanced technology and a worldwide network of partners are among some of the reasons why Advantage PressurePro remains a…
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Newmar, Braxton Creek, Wayfarer, Xtreme, Thor Motor Coach and Forest River Among This Week’s Recalls
This week’s list of vehicle recalls from the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration lists several RV makers. Newmar is recalling…
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BMPRO Becoming a Pioneer for Smart RV Systems in the U.S.
Australia-based BMPRO announced a wide extension of its product lines within the United States since the launch of its ProSmart…
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General RV Adds East to West’s Entrada to its Inventory
General RV said it is adding the Entrada brand from East to West, a division of Forest River, to itsinventory…
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Celebrating the RV Industry’s Military Veterans
Editor’s note: Due to a mistake by RV PRO, the listing below for Shahn Dilks with KING was inadvertently left…
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Coachmen Class C’s to Offer SuperSprings Suspension as Standard
Coachmen RV said it will build select Freelander, Leprechaun and Cross Trail XL models with front and rear SuperSprings International…
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Revere Plastics Systems Acquires Ferguson Production
Revere Plastics Systems, a U.S.-based manufacturer of engineered plastic injection molded parts and assemblies, acquired Ferguson Production Inc. of McPherson,…
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RVIA Adds Web Page Highlighting Industry Accomplishments
The RV Industry Association has launched a new page on RVIA.org highlighting the existing sustainability, diversity, safety and community activities…
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FCCC Highlights RV Technology with New DriveTech Video
A new video from Freightliner Custom Chassis Corp. (FCCC) is helping RV owners better understand and unlock the full potential…
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Thor Motor Coach Teams Up with Actor, Producer Jaime Camil
Jaime Camil, a Mexican actor, singer and television personality, has teamed up with Thor Motor Coach for a new motorhome.…
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Cummins CEO Named Co-Chair of the Hydrogen Council
As he guides Cummins and its customers toward a carbon-neutral world, Chairman and CEO Tom Linebarger is taking the lead…
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Caravan Salon 2021 to Feature Hybrid Component
Caravan Salon, coming up later this summer in Germany, is repositioning itself in 2021 with a hybrid offering and digital…
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Leigh Tiffin Named President of Tiffin Motorhomes
The Tiffin Group, owner of luxury RV makers Tiffin Motorhomes and Vanleigh RV, announced Leigh Tiffin, grandson of founder Bob…
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Coachmen Cross Trek Has a New Name: the Cross Trail
Coachmen RV released a new Class C. The company said its Cross Trek Class C has undergone a transformation, paving…
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Truma Brings Rooftop Air Conditioners to North American Market
Truma North America is set to supply the U.S. RV market with its Truma Aventa rooftop air conditioners. The company…
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Roadtrek, Van Leigh, Heartland and Northwood on Weekly NHTSA Recall List
The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration has released its weekly list of recalls, and a handful of RV companies are…
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NRVTA Dedicates New Building to RV Inspector Training
A new classroom being built on the National RV Training Academy (NRVTA) campus will be dedicated to advanced RV inspection…
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Alliance RV Introduces a New Fifth Wheel, the Avenue
Elkhart, Ind.-based Alliance RV has expanded its product lineup with the introduction of the Avenue, a mid-profile fifth wheel. Coming…
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New Podcast Featuring Dave Kelly of FRVTA Goes Live Tuesday
Tomorrow is the second Tuesday of the month, and that means a new episode of In Tow with RV Pro…
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Video: Iveco Overlander Turns Heads
Motor1.com has a talent for scouring the globe in search of the most unusual and innovative vehicles anywhere, and in…
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Meet Sara, a Care Camps Hero of Hope
Care Camps is an outdoor industry-supported nonprofit that manages 135 special oncology camps across the U.S. and Canada that provide…
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Winnebago Hires Jil Littlejohn Bostick as Head of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
Winnebago Industries has hired Jil Littlejohn Bostick as its new head of diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI). In this newly…
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Not Your (American) Father’s RV
The Manual is an Oregon-based online publication geared toward men, and it recently turned its attention overseas to France, where…
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Preparations Underway for Upcoming Board of Directors Election
The RV Industry Association Governance Committee has begun the process of recruiting candidates and establishing the slate for this year’s…
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Timberline Heating System Standard in the 2022 Airstream Interstate 24X
Elwell Corp. has announced that the Timberline Heating System is standard in the all-new 2022 Airstream Interstate 24X. The Timberline…
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Winnebago Appears on NHTSA’S Weekly Recall List
This week’s report of vehicle recalls from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration features only one RV maker on the…
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Girl Scouts Design RVs With Thor Motor Coach
Girl Scouts of Northern Indiana-Michiana (GSNI-M) got a chance to design their own RVs during two special STEM-related events at…
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Dometic Acquires Germany’s Büttner Elektronik
Dometic has acquired Germany’s Büttner Elektronik, which the Swedish company said will strengthens its offering of mobile power products, including…
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Eberspaecher’s Acquisition Gets it into the Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Market
Germany-based Eberspaecher, a supplier of vehicle heaters and air conditioners and exhaust systems, has entered the fast-growing market of hydrogen…
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‘Sports Car with the Body of an RV’
The following review is from transportation-focused online magazine Jalopnik. RVs often come with unimaginative designs that make them look like…
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Momentum Propels Grand Design Forward
When president and CEO Don Clark co-founded Grand Design RV nearly 10 years ago with brothers Ron and Bill Fenech,…
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Winnebago Partners with NTP-STAG on Parts Fulfillment Program for its Towables
Winnebago said it has partnered with NTP-STAG to enhance the parts fulfilment capabilities of the Winnebago Towables product line. “We…
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Grand Design RV Hosts Prominent Indiana State Representatives
Grand Design RV recently welcomed Todd Huston, speaker of the Indiana House of Representatives, Joanna King, Indiana state representative for…
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