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Newmar Hosts Virtual Gathering
As the COVID-19 pandemic swept across the country this spring, Newmar was faced with a choice: Scrap the annual dealer…
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Winnebago Details Manufacturing Resumption
Winnebago Industries has provided the following business update on actions the company is taking in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.…
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REV Group Production to Ramp Up
REV Group plans to resume operations at its RV facilities, which manufacture American Coach, Fleetwood RV, Holiday Rambler, Lance Camper, Midwest…
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Cummins to Conduct Annual Meeting Virtually
Cummins will conduct its May 12 Annual Meeting virtually to protect the health and safety of its employees and shareholders amid the…
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NATDA Releases Annual Guide with Updates
The North American Trailer Dealers Association (NATDA) has unveiled the newest edition of its annual NATDA Trailer Buyer’s Guide. The…
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Gulf Stream Provides Trailer for Testing
Gulf Stream Coach has provided a Gulf Stream travel trailer to the South Bend Clinic for use as a mobile…
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Airstream Debuts Yellowstone Video
Airstream recently launched a content program that will bring scenery and landscapes from the nation’s public lands directly into American…
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Adventurer Mfg. Launches New Truck Camper
Adventurer Mfg., manufacturer of the Adventurer and Eagle Cap, has launched its new brand, Scout, and its first model, the Scout Olympic. This new truck camper is comprised of components that are completely…
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Winnebago Cancels National Rally
The 51st Annual Winnebago Grand Nationally Rally in Forest City, Iowa, originally scheduled for July 13-17, will be cancelled in…
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THOR Industries Touts ‘Pick Up America’ Initiative
This Earth Day, THOR Industries is asking campers, RVers and outdoor lovers alike to join in the pledge to Pick Up America. In…
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Cummins, Tula Demonstrate the Benefits of Diesel Dynamic Skip Fire
Cummins and Tula Technology, a tech leader in improving propulsion efficiency and reducing emissions in passenger cars, are collaborating on a technical…
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FCCC Takes Dealer Engagement Virtual
Freightliner Custom Chassis Corp. is sharing its “Ultimate Ride & Drive” video, which features dealer marketing and training manager Joe…
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Winnebago Exec Joins Outdoor Rec Task Force
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) and Explore Minnesota have named members to the new Outdoor Recreation Task Force. The…
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Winnebago Industries Lays Off 79 Employees
Winnebago Industries last week laid off 79 employees in Forest City, Iowa, due to the COVID-19 crisis impacting the demand…
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REV Recreation Group Donates PPE to Local Hospital
REV Recreation Group, manufacturer of Fleetwood RV, Holiday Rambler and American Coach motorhomes, has donated several boxes of N-95 masks…
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Tiara and Keystone RV Donate Trailers
Beacon’s three MedPoint Urgent Care sites in Elkhart, Ind., have been equipped with custom, converted fifth wheel trailers to help…
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SylvanSport Adds PPE Into Production Mix
Outdoor gear company SylvanSport, based in Brevard, N.C., has integrated an entirely new line into its usual production of tents,…
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Keystone RV Introduces Expanded Key Connect Shop-at-Home Services
Keystone RV is expanding the services the company provides to online shoppers. Product managers and district sales managers will join…
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Physician Living in Coleman Light Trailer
A Missouri emergency medicine physician is living in her Coleman Light 1805RB travel trailer to keep her family safe from…
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Grand Design Donates Face Masks
Grand Design RV recently donated a few boxes of face masks to doctors at Elkhart Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. The…
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Cummins, 3M Partner for Respirators
Cummins has reached an agreement with 3M to manufacture high-efficiency particulate filters for use in 3M’s Powered Air Purifying Respirators. Powered…
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Tiffin to Reopen Assembly Line April 14
Tiffin Motorhomes recently decided to reopen its assembly line and manufacturing plants on April 14. The company’s Belmont, Miss., plant…
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NHTSA: Issues Recall for Keystone RV
Keystone RV is recalling certain 2018 to 2020 Crossroads Hampton 371FKL trailers. The Federal identification Tag may incorrectly indicate the…
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Northern Lite Reveals One-Piece Trailer
https://youtu.be/prMvDiizJ7M Northern Lite recently unveiled a new one-piece, seamless, leak-proof, fiberglass trailer called the Boreal 23FB. The Boreal 23FB is…
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REV Group Provides Financial Update
REV Group has provided an additional financial update and further actions taken in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. The company…
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Trim-Lok Helps Hospital Acquire Ventilator
Several years ago, Gary Whitener, CEO of Trim-Lok Inc. in Buena Park, Calif., had some ground-breaking surgery performed. He was…
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Covercraft Expands Production of Personal Protective Equipment
Covercraft Industries is bringing its Wichita Falls, Texas, production facility back online to expand the production of personal protective equipment…
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REV Group Extends Goodwill Repair Coverage
REV Group has announced that its recreation brands have each issued a warranty extension, due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Fleetwood…
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Cummins Issues Grants to Community Partners Addressing Urgent Childcare
The Cummins Foundation is issuing emergency grants to non-profits addressing the needs of families and children impacted by the COVID-19 crisis.…
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Webinar to Cover Early Warning Reporting
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s (NHTSA) Trends Analysis Division will host a webinar for RV Industry Association manufacturers on…
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FCCC Ventures onto Electric Avenue
When Freightliner Custom Chassis Corp. recently debuted a new production-ready version of its all-electric MT50e truck chassis, it was aimed…
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Winnebago Updates Production Schedule
Winnebago Industries has provided an update on additional actions the company is taking in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, including…
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THOR CEO Reduces Base Salary to Zero
THOR Industries has implemented a combination of pay reductions and furloughs as it manages through the COVID-19 pandemic. As a…
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Cummins, DuPont Partner for Respirator Masks
As the COVID-19 pandemic spreads across the globe, Cummins and DuPont are helping address the nation’s shortage of N95 respirator masks. Cummins’…
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Xtreme Outdoors President Donates Masks
Yong Lee, president and co-founder of Xtreme Outdoors, has donated more than 1,200 N95 respiratory masks to the Parker Jewish…
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NHTSA: Recalls Made for Newmar, TMC, and Sprinter
Newmar is recalling certain 2019 to 2020 Essex and London Aire, 2019 Mountain Aire, Ventana LE and Ventana and 2020…
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Lance Camper Donates PPE to Local Hospital
In acknowledgment of the nationwide shortage of personal protection equipment (PPE) Lance Camper has donated its available supply of PPE…
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Cummins CEO Reduces His Salary by 50%
Cummins has provided an update on the actions it is taking in response to the impact of COVID-19. “The impact…
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RV Length Bill Signed Into Law
On March 25, Washington Gov. Jay Inslee signed a bill (WA HB 2242) into law that solves an RV length…
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Winnebago Executives Take Pay Cut
Winnebago Industries has announced additional actions and support activities in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. “As the COVID-19 situation continues…
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Winnebago Products Receive Extensions for Warranty Coverage
Winnebago has announced it will provide goodwill repairs and replacement parts for 60 days beyond the expiration of the company’s…
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Heartland Donates Three RVs to Elkhart County
In its continued effort to support local COVID-19 response teams during this pandemic, towable RV manufacturer Heartland RV has donated…
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Airstream Contributes to Ohio’s Efforts
Airstream has taken steps to utilize the company’s resources and workforce to help “flatten the curve” while production is temporarily suspended…
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Grand Design Donates 1,000 Protective Masks
Grand Design RV recently pledged a donation of 1,000 N95 respiratory masks and numerous sets of protective nitrile gloves to…
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SylvanSport Makes Protective Equipment
SylvanSport of Brevard, N.C., has developed the prototype for a medical-grade face shield and has switched its manufacturing plant to…
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Newmar Takes Dealer Show Online
It wasn’t quite the Indianapolis Speedway, and Vice President of Sales and Marketing John Sammut came tooling onto the scene…
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Winnebago Manufactures Medical Masks
Winnebago Industries has announced it will provide medical masks to MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center. The masks are being manufactured…
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California Couple Wins Lance Travel Trailer
A California couple has won a 2020 Lance Ultra-Light Travel Trailer, valued at $30,152. Pam Gaudreau and her husband, Mario…
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Canadian Import Broker Accused for Overcharging RV Manufacturers Millions
Several RV makers are accusing a Canadian import broker of inflating currency exchange rates and overcharging them by millions of…
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NHTSA: Recalls Made for TMC, Sprinter, and Forest River
Thor Motor Coach is recalling certain 2020 to 2021 Tellaro 20AT and 20LT, and 2020 Sequence 20A, 20K, and 20L…
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Heartland Donates Supplies to Local Health System
In an effort to support local healthcare workers during the COVID-19 pandemic, towable RV manufacturer Heartland RV has donated critical…
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Throgmartin Holdings Changes Procedures Amid Pandemic
Throgmartin Holdings has announced operational changes to its three companies, Stone Vos, Talin Mfg., and Talin RV, to reflect the…
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Winnebago 2Q Revenues Soar on Added Newmar Income
Winnebago’s second quarter revenues jumped by nearly 45 percent, to $626.8 million, compared to the year prior period, thanks to…
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February RV Shipments Increase 1.9%
The RV Industry Association’s February 2020 survey of manufacturers found that total RV shipments ended the month with 37,113 units,…
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Keystone Montana Equips New GC3 Battery
Dragonfly Energy has partnered with the Keystone Innovation Lab to launch Keystone’s first solar-power system, Keystone’s Montana Super SolarFlex. Super…
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THOR Industries Suspends Production
THOR Industries has suspended production as a precaution given the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. “As the coronavirus pandemic continues to evolve,…
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REV Group CEO Tim Sullivan Replaced by Rodney Rushing
REV Group has announced that Rodney N. Rushing has been named the new CEO, replacing Timothy Sullivan, who is departing…
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Winnebago Industries Temporarily Suspends Production
Winnebago Industries is temporarily suspending most production activities at its Winnebago, Grand Design RV, Newmar, and Chris-Craft facilities. This action is in…
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THOR, LCI Continue Production During COVID-19 Crisis
Exactly how the coronavirus pandemic will affect Elkhart County’s large RV industry is still unknown, and companies are keeping their…
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Little Guy, Aliner Suspend Production
Pennsylvania Gov. Tom Wolf recently ordered closure on non-life-sustaining business, and as a result, Little Guy Trailers will suspend production…
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NHTSA: Recalls Made for Triple E, Heartland
Triple E RV is recalling certain 2020 Wonder W24RTB, W24MB, and W24FTB motorhomes.The 12-volt ceiling pot light wires are not…
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Pleasure-Way Temporarily Suspends Production
Pleasure-Way Industries has announced that it will be temporarily suspending all production until April 1. “This temporary shutdown is part…
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Lance Camper Launches Podcast
Lance Camper has released its “Live. Lance. Life.” brand podcast. The audio is recorded, produced, and hosted by the Lance…
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Winnebago, THOR Industries Approve Quarterly Cash Dividend
Winnebago Industries’ board of directors has approved a quarterly cash dividend of $0.11 per share payable on April 29 to common stockholders of…
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Heartland RV Files Patent for Hidden Garage
Heartland RV currently has a pending patent application for its new Hidden Garage, which debuted in the new Cyclone 4214…
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Northwood, Outdoors RV Extend Plant Closures
Northwood Investments, parent company to both Northwood Mfg. and Outdoors RV, are extending its temporary plant closures by another week…
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Forest River Names No. 1 Diesel Dealer
Total Value RV of Elkhart Indiana was recently presented with a plaque by Forest River Diesel Division National Sales Director…
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Northwood, Outdoors RV Temporarily Close Plants
La Grande, Ore.-based RV manufacturers, Northwood and Outdoors RV are temporarily closing down their manufacturing facilities. The shutdowns are a…
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THOR Hires Gunpowder for Marketing
THOR Industries has chosen Wisconsin-based PR shop Gunpowder as its North American AOR. This story by Thomas Moore originally appeared…
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Keystone RV Unveils New Corporate Identity
Keystone RV recently unveiled an updated corporate identity and call-to-arms. “For so many of our owners, RVing fundamentally changed their…
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Horizon Global Reports Mixed Financial Results
Horizon Global has reported fourth quarter and full-year financial results for 2019. Net sales for the full year were $690…
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VIDEO: Coachmen Unveils Class A Gas Line
Coachmen recently introduced a new Class A gas line, the Encore, designed to offer customers a proposition and product amenities…
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Washington Passes RV Length Bill
The RV Industry Association has reported that a bill to solve an RV length issue in Washington was recently passed…
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NHTSA: Daimler to Recall 8,595 Sprinter Units
Daimler Vans USA is recalling certain 2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter and Freightliner Sprinter vehicles. The screws that secure the intermediate bearing…
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Forest River Sued by Former Employees
Several former employees of Forest River have filed lawsuits in recent months, for claims including sexual harassment and racial discrimination.…
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Winnebago Names ‘Flying W Dealer Excellence Award’ Winners
Winnebago has announced the winners of the 2020 Flying W Dealer Excellence Award at the “Bound Together” dealer meeting in…
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Gallery: Winnebago Goes to the Desert
PALM SPRINGS, Calif. – Winnebago dealers gathered for the manufacturer’s annual dealer days at the JW Marriott Resort in Palm…
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Spartan Motors Sales Increase 32% for 2019
Spartan Motors has reported operating results for the fourth quarter and full-year periods ending Dec. 31, 2019, showing that sales increased $186…
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Winnebago, Volta Deliver 10% Energy Storage Increase to Select Class B’s
Winnebago and Volta Power Systems have announced a 10-percent energy capacity increase for the Pure3 Advanced Energy System on select…
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RVIA Board Approves Fifth Wheel Dimensions
The RV Industry Association’s board of directors met last week to discuss issues, challenges and opportunities facing the RV industry. The…
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Heartland RV Applies for STOR-MOR Patent
Heartland RV announced it has a pending patent application for its new STOR-MOR Storage system, which maximizes front-end storage space,…
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Community: New Horizons RV Builds Custom Fifth Wheel for Medical Company
When HealthCore’s new mobile clinic rolls into underserved communities, it always brings a lot of smiles – but the first…
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Flow-Rite Fills New Marketing, Design Staff Positions
Flow-Rite, a manufacturer of injection-molded fluid control products for a wide range of industries, has fortified its marketing efforts by…
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THOR Reports Net Sales of $2B, Monitors Coronavirus
THOR Industries has announced results for the second quarter of fiscal 2020, which ended Jan. 31, showing net sales were…
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nuCamp Unveils Redesigned Cirrus Truck Camper
nuCamp recently announced the launch of the redesigned Cirrus 820 Truck Camper. The new 820 has component updates, additional features…
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NHTSA: Recalls Made for Keystone, Jayco, and Forest River
Keystone RV is recalling certain 2020 Hideout, Springdale, and Crossroads Zinger trailers. The spare tire carrier U-bolts may fail allowing…
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Community: Rollin’ On TV, Forest River Team Up to Support Care Camps
Rollin’ On TV and Forest River are teaming up with Care Camps, to help children with cancer and their families by raising funds enabling…
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RV Industry Secures Satellite Win
Congress has permanently reauthorized the Section 119 exemption for RVs that would have otherwise caused millions of RV owners to…
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REV Group Sees 2.6% Increase in First Quarter
REV Group has reported results for the three months ended Jan. 31, showing first quarter net sales of $532.1 million compared to $518.7…
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ProLite Names Dealer of the Year
Canadian RV OEM Roulottes ProLite presented Longhaul Trailer Sales with the “Dealer of the Year” award for 2019 during the…
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Horizon Global Expands Board, Adds Oler
Horizon Global Corp.’s board of directors has increased the size of the board from eight to nine directors, and appointed…
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NATM Trade Show Features 223 Exhibitors
The National Association of Trailer Manufacturers (NATM) hosted its 32nd annual Convention & Trade Show in Las Vegas on Feb.…
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Sprinter Platform On the Rise
Russ Garfin, director of product management for Class B and C motorhomes at Winnebago Industries, still vividly recalls back in 2006…
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TPMS Now Standard for Riverstone, Cedar Creek
Forest River’s Riverstone and Cedar Creek have announced factory-installed tire pressure management systems (TPMS) on new units built beginning this…
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Canada Made Labor Watchdog with New NAFTA Deal
Late changes made to the new North American trade pact place Canada into the role of an “honest broker” to…
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Spartan Motors’ Royal Truck Body Displays at Indianapolis Show
Royal Truck Body, a go-to-market brand of Spartan Motors, will display at the Work Truck Show (NTEA) in Indianapolis from March 3-6, for the…
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Newmar Reportedly Lays Off 10% of Workforce
Nappanee, Ind.-based Newmar Corp. has laid off workers. This story originally appeared on WSBT News 22. Newmar employees have reported…
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NHTSA: Recalls Made for Forest River, Sprinters, and Heartland RV
Forest River is recalling certain 2019 to 2020 Surveyor, NO BO, Cherokee, R-Pod, Clipper, Viking, Independence, Puma and East to…
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Revised Canadian RV Standard in Alignment with U.S.
Recent revisions to the Canadian RV Standard, Canadian Standards Association (CSA) Z240, have reduced trade barriers between the U.S. and…
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2020 RV Shipments Expected to Be 410,100
RV shipments are expected to stabilize in 2020, according to a new forecast prepared by longtime RV industry analyst, Richard…
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