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InterMotive Announces New Senior Vice President
InterMotive Vehicle Controls has hired Carl Wacker to a newly created position of senior vice president, reporting directly to President…
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Hall of Fame Supplier’s Show Over 55% Sold Out
Registration for the 2024 Hall of Fame RV Supplier’s Show opened Nov. 1, 2023. As of Jan. 1, the show…
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Dometic Launches Electric Marine Steering System
Dometic said it is taking even further step into electrification of marine steering system and introduced its new Optimus 3000…
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Pittsburgh RV Show Touts Nine-Acre Event in January
The Pittsburgh RV Show – said to be the longest running indoor RV show in the nation – will transform…
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GE Appliances Names Product Management Director
GE Appliances, a Haier company, announced the promotion of William “Will” Troyer to the role of product management director for…
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Winegard Debuts Smart RV ‘Ecosystem’
Winegard announced a new product launch of its smart RV ecosystem, dubbed RV Halo. The new suite of smart devices…
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Equal-i-zer Celebrates Employee’s 12-Year Tenure
Tyler Ferre, outside sales account representative for Equal-i-zer Hitch, was touted by the company for having been employed with the…
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Lippert, Aluminum Supplier Form New Joint Venture
LCI Industries, through its wholly owned subsidiary Lippert, announced that its subsidiary, Lippert Components Manufacturing Inc., is entering into a…
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Meyer Distributing Adds Savannah, Georgia Crossdock
Meyer Distributing announced the addition of its Savannah, Georgia, crossdock. The crossdock will have a direct feed from Meyer’s Orlando…
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Progress Mfg. Recognized as Supplier of the Year
Progress Mfg., maker of the original Equal-i-zer Sway Control Hitch and Fastway Trailer Products, was recognized at the 2023 Northern…
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Four Wheel Campers Adds Truma Systems to New Models
California-based manufacturer Four Wheel Campers, which offers a range of customizable pop-up campers for pickup trucks, will now offer the…
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US Steel Acquired for $14B by Nippon Steel
U.S. Steel, the Pittsburgh steel producer that played a key role in the nation’s industrialization, is being acquired by Nippon…
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RV/MH Hall of Fame Reveals 2024 Inductees
This year’s RV/MH Hall of Fame inductee class was announced today, featuring well-known names in the RV and manufactured housing…
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Torklift Unveils Front-Mounted Hitch For Toyota Tundra
Torklift, maker of overlanding accessories and hitch solutions, unveiled the Front-Mounted North Hitch tailored specifically for the 2023 Toyota Tundra.…
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Technicians Earn Level 3 Appliance Certifications
The following is a News & Insights report from the RV Industry Association (RVIA). As the core of the RV…
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Grote Industries Names Mexico, Canada Directors
Grote Industries announced two recent additions to Grote’s leadership teams in Mexico and Canada. At Grote’s Monterrey, Mexico, manufacturing facility,…
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Inventor Touts Modified Pickup Tailgate Design
An inventor based in South Carolina designed a versatile tailgate for pickup trucks. “I thought there should be a way…
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EV Charging Company Partners With Grounded RV, Others in Detroit
itselectric, a Brooklyn-born electric vehicle (EV) curbside charging company, announced three key initiatives launching in Detroit. The strategic partnerships underscore how…
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The Red Sink: Creating Visual Reminders at Your Dealership
Every time I go into an RV dealership or parts store, my first thought is, “What sets this apart from…
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Equal-i-zer Hitch Wins Readers’ Choice Gold Award
Equal-i-zer Hitch has been honored with RV Magazine’s Readers’ Choice travel trailer hitch Gold Award following 12 previous recognitions for…
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Rollick Touts Aimbase Customers, New Communication Feature
Rollick, provider of marketing technology solutions for the powersports, RV and marine industries, announced the addition of seven new manufacturer…
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Registration Opens For FRVTA SuperShow Industry Day
Registration is now open for Industry Day at the Florida RV Trade Association (FRVTA)’s 39th annual Florida RV SuperShow on…
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Brown & Brown Completes ABS Acquisition
Scott Penny, chief acquisitions officer of Brown & Brown, and Michael Cox and Craig Sanford, management owners of ABS Risk…
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Scanstrut Names New Product Director
Scanstrut, maker of marine and outdoor technologies, has named Chris Wachowski its new product director. With nearly 40 years of…
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InterMotive Distributor Hires New Sales Associates
LGS Group, the master distributor for InterMotive Vehicle Controls, announced the hiring of two inside sales associates based out of…
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Omnia Sweden Partners With Meyer Distributing
Koala Marketing US Corporation, doing business as Omnia Sweden with U.S. headquarters in Chicago, announced a partnership with Meyer Distributing…
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Hatchlift Touts SEMA Award-Winning Safety Product
Hatchlift Products, manufacturer of RV and truck accessories, announced the launch of its newest product dubbed Stake Hand. The Stake…
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Annual Supplier’s Show Dubbed ‘Premiere Exhibition’
After feedback emerged from the third annual RV/MH Hall of Fame’s RV Supplier Show during the Open House, the show…
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Dometic Launches Aluminum Rack Kits for Toyota Sequoia
Dometic launched its new aluminum rack kits and accessories for the 2023 Toyota Sequoia. Front Runner Dometic said its roof…
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Bill Introduced to Address GSP Limitations, Lauan Tariffs
Representatives Blake Moore and Suzan DelBene introduced the CNL Update Act of 2023 on Dec. 1 to modernize U.S. trade policy tools, benefit…
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Patrick to Attend Upcoming Truist Securities Summit
Patrick Industries said it will participate in the upcoming Truist Securities 2023 Gaming, Lodging, Leisure and Restaurants Summit on Dec. 7.…
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Truma Celebrates a Decade of Growth
“American was not built on fear. America was built on courage, on imagination and an unbeatable determination to do the…
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OHCE Event Breaks Records, Tops $50M in Booked Business
The 2023 Outdoor Hospitality Conference & Expo (OHCE2023) has concluded, leaving a lasting impression on the outdoor hospitality industry with…
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Duo Form Awarded at Thermoforming Conference
Duo Form was awarded twice in an annual parts competition during the Society of Plastics Engineers (SPE) Thermoforming Conference held…
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Supplier Partners Launch Electric HVAC Unit
TCCI Manufacturing, an electric compressor supplier for commercial and heavy-duty markets headquartered in Decatur, Illinois, and TekModo, a materials and…
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NTP-STAG Releases Expo 2024 Featured Speakers
NTP-STAG, a leading distribution company for the RV aftermarket, in conjunction with SeaWide marine distribution, announced best-selling author Sterling Hawkins…
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Aqua-Hot Debuts Class B Floor Heating System
Aqua-Hot, an Airxcel brand, announced the launch of its Glenwood Flooring System, offering radiant floor heating for camper vans compatible…
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RecPro Launches New RV Converters
RecPro, a provider of RV accessories, announced its new converters designed to safely convert power while enjoying the outdoors. The…
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Century Chemical Corp. Sponsors RV PRO’s 40 Under 40
RV PRO’s 40 Under 40 awards program was sponsored by Century Chemical Corporation this year – another salute to the…
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Trader Interactive CEO Announces Retirement, Successor
Trader Interactive, parent company of online marketplaces in the lifestyle vehicle and commercial equipment industries, announced the retirement of CEO Lori…
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ASA Launches New Speakerless Audio Solution for RVs
ASA Electronics, provider of marine, agricultural, commercial vehicle and RV audio solutions, announced its new “speakerless” sound solution, dubbed Ghost…
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Genesis Products Debuts Acoustic Wall Tiles
Genesis Products launched its new Qwel Designer Acoustic Tiles as a more sustainable solution for naturally managing sound. Qwel tiles…
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InterMotive Moves to Larger Elkhart Facility
This month, InterMotive Vehicle Controls moved its Indiana office into a larger facility within the city of Elkhart. The move…
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Dill Fundraiser Supports Breast Cancer Awareness
North Carolina-based Dill Air Controls Products hosted its eighth annual “Pink Air Gauge Fundraiser” to support breast cancer awareness and…
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How to Prep Parts & Accessories for Next Year
2023 will soon be history, so perhaps – if you haven’t already done so – it is time to plan…
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The Art of Trendy Fabrics
Home furnishings specialist Richloom hopes to grow its RV business substantially in the coming years. The New York City-headquartered company…
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Latest Camper Trends Revealed in ‘Generational Report’
RMS North America, a provider of reservation and property management systems to the outdoor hospitality industry, has partnered again with OHI (formerly…
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Portable Solar Company Touts New Power Station
Oupes, maker of portable solar power solutions, announced the launch of its Mega2 Power Station for RV off-grid living. Equipped…
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Inventor Touts New Handheld Wash Brush
An inventor from Hacienda Heights, California, has created a new, lightweight brush tool ideal for RV, truck and other vehicle…
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Equal-i-zer, Tom Manning & Associates Announce National Partnership
Equal-i-zer Hitch is partnering with Tom Manning & Associates (TMA) to represent the supplier’s dealers and distributors. For decades, the…
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Global Design & Assembly Partners With Elkhart OEMs
Global Design and Assembly announced its strategic collaboration with several leading RV manufacturers in Elkhart, Indiana. The initiative is aimed at…
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Australian Supplier Debuts Water Heater for North America
An Australian RV manufacturer and worldwide water heater exporter is launching its latest 12V/120V Gen 3 Duoetto for those who…
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RVDA Con/Expo Draws 1,600-Plus to Las Vegas
The 2023 RV Dealers Convention/Expo at Paris Las Vegas wrapped up on Nov. 10 with its final workshops on compliance…
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WFCO Unveils Voice-Activated RV Control System
WFCO Technologies, maker of power conversion and management products, has launched its Power Pro, a digital control system featuring voice…
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New Program Helps Florida Dealers Repair Rubber Roofs
Cody Talbert Distribution launched a new program to help RV dealers, repair shops and mobile technicians more effectively repair or…
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Expion360 Reports Q3 Financials
Expion360, maker of lithium-ion battery power storage solutions, reported financial results for the third quarter ended Sept. 30. All third…
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Truma ‘Adopts’ Elkhart’s High Dive Park
Truma North America is the first corporate partner to support Indiana’s Elkhart Parks and Recreation Department and its new “Adopt-a-Park”…
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Safe-Guard Names New Managing Director of Canada
Safe-Guard Products International, a provider of branded protection products for the automotive, RV, powersports and marine industries, announced today that…
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Dill Debuts Bluetooth Aftermarket TPMS
Dill debuted their new Bluetooth Aftermarket Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) at the 2023 SEMA Show, ideal for enclosed trailers,…
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LCI Industries Reports Q3 Financials
LCI Industries, through its wholly owned subsidiary Lippert, reported financial results for 2023’s third quarter. Consolidated net sales for the…
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Lippert Debuts New RV Door Handle Extension
Lippert launched its new LatchXtend RV door handle extension, the newest addition to Lippert’s extensive range of entryway accessories. For…
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Airxcel’s Wollschlager Named President, CEO
Airxcel announced the promotion of Anthony Wollschlager to president and CEO. Jeff Rutherford, Airxcel’s current president and CEO, will assume…
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Optima Batteries Debuts First 12V Lithium Offering
OPTIMA Batteries, a Clarios brand, introduced its first 12-volt lithium-ion battery tailored for marine and RV applications. The new group…
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Cummins Makes Leadership Team Changes
Cummins announced several changes to its Cummins Leadership Team, with appointments effective on Jan. 1, 2024. “Destination Zero is Cummins’…
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Lazydays Releases Q3 Financial Report
Lazydays reported financial results for the third quarter ended Sept. 30, with revenue decreasing to $280.7 million from the $333.8 million…
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RVDA Renews Endorsed Partnership With KPA
The RV Dealers Association (RVDA) renewed its endorsed partnership with KPA for environment, health and safety (EHS), human resource and F&I consulting…
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Final All-Women’s Tech Training Concludes in Pennsylvania
Last week, the RV Women’s Alliance (RVWA), RV Technical Institute (RVTI) and Pennsylvania RV and Campground Association (PRVCA) partnered to…
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InteractRV Touts Upcoming RVDA Con/Expo Presence
The annual RV Dealers Convention/Expo is next week, Nov. 6-9, where vendors such as InteractRV and Level 5 are encouraging…
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Hifonics Colossus Debuts Mini Audio Amplifier
Libertyville, Illinois-based Hifonics debuted its new Colossus PRO Mini amplifier designed for powerful sound in tighter spaces. Colossus Mini amplifiers…
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Airxcel Online Training Eligible for RVTI Certification
Airxcel announced today that its online product training offerings are eligible for RVTI Certification via the RV Technical Institute (RVTI).…
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AI-Based Trip Planner Partners With Outdoor Accommodation Software
AdventureGenie, the first AI-powered travel planning tool for camping and RV trips, and Spot2Nite, a cloud-based booking software for campground and…
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ChannelPRO Touts New Fixed Ops App for RVDA Con/Expo
ChannelPRO Mobile, a provider of mobile enablement and engagement tools, is now a bronze partner for the 2023 RV Dealers…
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The Shyft Group Appoints New CEO, Reports Q3 Financials
The Shyft Group has appointed John Dunn its president and CEO, effective Oct. 26. Dunn, who previously served as president…
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Patrick Industries Reveals Q3 Financials
Patrick Industries reported financial results for the third quarter ended Oct. 1 with net sales at $866 million, a decrease of $246 million…
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Elwell Corporation Acquires Gold Heat
Elwell Corporation announced that it and Ken Millard of Aries Engineering have entered into an agreement wherein Elwell Corp. will…
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RVIA Webinar to Spotlight Sustainability
The RV Industry Association (RVIA) will host its Sustainability 101 webinar for members on Oct. 30 to explore sustainability concepts,…
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ReserveMax.io Sponsors RV PRO’s 40 Under 40
RV PRO announced that ReserveMax.io will be a gold sponsor of its 40 Under 40 program this year. “ReserveMax.io wanted to…
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Lightspeed Debuts VIN Decoding for Forest River Brands
Lightspeed, a provider of RV dealership management software, announced the integration of Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) Decoding for Keystone RV,…
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Cleer Vision President Rick Collins Retires
Cleer Vision, an Airxcel brand, announced the retirement of Division President Rick Collins effective Oct. 31. Collins is an industry…
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Firefly Integrations Hires New VP
David Johnson has joined Firefly Integrations as vice president of tech support and customer service. Johnson brings with him more…
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Velarium Introduces New Product Line
Velarium, an Airxcel brand, announced its new line of replacement canopies and slide toppers during the company’s 2023 OEM New…
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How to Make Camping Product Sales a Profit Center for Your Dealership
By Erik Dier, Kuma Outdoor Gear RV dealerships play an important role in providing their customers with not only the…
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RVIA Submits Post-Hearing Comments on GSP Reforms
Congress’s Ways and Means Trade Subcommittee recently conducted a significant hearing on reforming the Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) to…
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Carefree of Colorado Names Derema Group Primary Rep
Carefree of Colorado, makers of RV awnings, announced the appointment of Derema Group as its primary manufacturer’s representative focused on…
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Dicor Unveils New Line of Power Management Products
Dicor Products, an Airxcel brand, kicked off the 2023 Airxcel Product Showcase on Wednesday with the release of its new…
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Garnet Instruments Celebrates 30th Anniversary
Garnet Instruments, which caters to a variety of industries with its liquid level and overfill protection systems, is celebrating its…
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Allison Transmission Honors Skills Competition Finalists
Allison Transmission said the winner of the Allison Guild Technician Skills Competition is Matt Kagarise from Penn Power Group. He…
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Cummins’ Components Business Leader Stepping Down
Global power generation company Cummins said that Mahesh Narang, vice president and president of the Components Business, is departing the…
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RVWA Honors Female Leaders at Symposium Award Ceremony
The heartfelt round of applause and standing ovation for Tracy Anglemeyer, RV Technical Institute’s director of recruitment, who was awarded…
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Century Chemical at (Nearly) 100: Leading by Example
Everyone knows the saying: “If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it.” That mantra definitely rings true for Century Chemical Corp.…
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Women at RVWA Event Ready to ‘Bring It On!’
An enthusiastic crowd started the morning off with cheers of “Bring it on!” during the keynote breakfast Thursday on the…
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Registration Open for 2024 RVIA Leadership Conference
Registration is now open for the RV Industry Association’s 2024 Leadership Conference scheduled for March 5-7, 2024, in Bonita Springs,…
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Grote Bringing New Smart Trailer System to Trucking Convention
When Grote Industries appears at the American Trucking Association’s annual convention in Austin this weekend, the company will demonstrate the…
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Truma Offers System Training for RVTI Level 3 Certification
Truma North America, a partner of the RV Technical Institute (RVTI), is now one of the first component suppliers to…
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Intellitec Named Among Top 50 ‘Companies to Watch’ in Florida
Intellitec Products was named among the top 50 second-stage companies in Florida selected as 13th Annual GrowFL Florida Companies to…
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Easy Access Debuts Aluminum Work Platform
British Columbia, Canada-based Easy Access Industrial Design introduced its new aluminum RV rooftop work platform system. The 8-foot-long platform comes in…
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Workshop Spotlights How to Strengthen a Service Shop
Consultant Valerie Ziebron will show the difference between a shop that scrapes by and one that is profitable during a…
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Meyer Distributing Acquires AIM Wholesale
Meyer Distributing has acquired all the assets of Phoenix-based AIM Wholesale Inc. Meyer Distributing has 94 locations nationwide and more…
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RVIA Task Force Endorses Model Year Recommendation
Three years ago, the RV Industry Association’s board of directors approved a voluntary, recommended best practice on RV model year…
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Ep. 69 – RVDA’s Phil Ingrassia Deals it Straight
The RV industry is, at its heart, about helping people have fun. For the vast majority of RV buyers, a…
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