Ember RV
Approaching 2026, the team at Ember RV sees a continued emphasis on off-grid, dispersed and nontraditional camping trips. According to Chris Barth, Ember co-founder and chief operating officer, the variety of destinations, camping styles and types of customers continues to grow, and the company’s offerings capitalize on the idea that each trip requires flexibility.
Ember RV is currently working on multiple new floorplan prototypes, which will be available to view at the company’s product debut during Open House Week. Until then, the company is celebrating its new 2026 Overland Series. According to Barth, “the new enhancements — both cosmetic and structural — underscore our commitment to building travel trailers that meet the needs of serious adventure travelers.”
Several standard package components are being introduced for the Overland Series. These include new exterior graphics with retro tricolor racing stripes, solid-surface countertops, six standardized rooftop solar panels totaling 1,200 watts, new Evermore aluminum-framed Azdel laminated composite floor with integrated Alumaduct heating, several plumbing upgrades and more.
“On the Overland Series, the standardization of our industry-best Max Solar Package is key for this year’s upgrades to that product line,” Barth says. Additionally, on both Overland Series and E-Series, the new interior decor is also notable for 2026 as neither have received an internal makeover since they were first introduced. Significantly, plumbing and build improvements, raw material upgrades and domestically sourced parts were our focus for 2026.”
Ember’s E-Series also continues to gain momentum since its introduction at the end of 2023. According to Barth, in its targeted price segment, the E-Series has captured retail growth as well as market share gains year over year despite industry retail sales trending downward.
“It’s a testament to having the correct floorplans and features set at a highly attractive price point,” Barth says. “With the success E-Series is actively experiencing in a challenging marketplace, for 2026, we felt consistency was a priority and made intentional enhancements to increase the overall value already being offered. Decor tweaks, plumbing and build improvements, material upgrades, and domestic sourcing were our focus for 2026 E-Series.”
The new Emersyn decor features light cream-painted hardwood doors and drawers in the kitchen and bath as well with light maple wood tones in select areas, including hardwood maple doors throughout. The Sandstone Natural countertops are new, offering a natural stone aesthetic with swirling agate stone with vibrant marbling and ribbons of soft taupe and gray variation. Light taupe wood plank luxury vinyl flooring completes the look of the new Emersyn decor.
Barth says Ember RV’s patent-pending EmberTrack system floorplans, available in all of the company’s product lines, continue to be among Ember RV’s bestselling floorplans. The system’s versatile bunk/desk/storage solution allows users to customize their RV for their needs.
“In 2026, our continued focus is on enhancements that make the owner experience better and easier,” Barth says. “We are highly attentive to details and listening to what our customers have to say about our products, and year over year we continuously implement changes to refine our offerings.”
Ember RV’s Open House display will be set up in its Ember Trails Campground at 710 Commerce Drive in Bristol, Indiana, located one exit east of the RV/MH Hall of Fame.
Gulf Stream Coach
For 2026, Gulf Stream Coach will introduce several new floorplans to the company’s product lineup, including ones with theater seating, sofa/entertainment seating and washer/dryer prep. The company is also expanding its family-friendly options with new bunkhouse floorplans.
“These new layouts are a direct response to consumer feedback, offering greater versatility and comfort,” says Pete Nottoli, product manager for Gulf Stream Coach’s stick-and-tin division.
Matt Buckman, general manager of the motorized division, adds that the new Conquest 6215LE model is a compact 21-foot Class C featuring an overhead bunk and a rear U-dinette with a dry bath.
“We’re significantly enhancing our core models with standard feature upgrades for 2026,” Buckman says. The Conquest LE offers such features as a convection oven, two-burner gas range, pots and pans deep drawer, and soft-close drawer hardware. The Conquest now offers a flip-up galley extension, convection oven, extra-large galley window, deeper shower, side view cameras and dimmable overhead strip LED lighting.
The company’s BT Cruiser B+ Series features the new 25-foot model 5250, complete with a Murphy bed/sofa slide, corner bath and a rear L lounge. The BT Cruiser also offers upgrades such as a side view camera, convection microwave, two-burner LP gas top, solid-surface galley and countertop extension.
The BT Cruiser 5210 Lithium Edition is 21 feet and includes a lithium battery system, dual sofas, a rear bath, full-body paint and black wheel covers. “The 5210 with its lithium power redefines off-grid capability for the B+ segment,” Buckman says.
“Our business model is all about offering a multitude of options as opposed to standard features. That way our dealers can price out the product to optimize for quick turn times,” Nottoli says. “We allow them to build it the way they want.”
From an optional features standpoint, Gulf Stream Coach will provide customers with more choices in 2026 with exterior fiberglass options on all wood-framed travel trailers. In addition, for the Conquest and BT Cruiser models, some new options include two new cabinet wood colors, 12-volt TVs and auto gen start.
“What will truly stand out for 2026 are our new exteriors, new floorplans and new interiors. We’re introducing floorplans that are not only new to Gulf Stream Coach but are unique to the market,” Nottoli says. “Our focus has been on creating truly differentiated products that catch the eye and meet evolving RV lifestyles.”
Tim Dennig, national sales manager for the laminate division, says that what truly sets the company’s 2026 lineup apart are the new exteriors, refreshed interiors and thoughtfully designed new floorplans. “This refresh offers a cohesive, appealing package for dealers and consumers alike,” Dennig says.
This past year, the company says the Conquest 6237LE proved successful due to its compact size, value and quality. The Conquest 6320 floorplan was also a standout, loaded with features and recognized for its quality and construction. And the BT Cruiser 5210 was popular as the company’s smallest floorplan with a dry bath.
“As we celebrate the 10th anniversary of our Vintage Cruiser line, it’s fitting that this year has been an extraordinary success for the product in terms of shows and sales,” says Phil Sarvari, Gulf Stream Coach president.
“It all comes down to execution,” Sarvari added. “As we look forward to 2026, we will continue to listen and respond to our dealers’ needs and focus on our team’s goal to provide exceptional quality, cost and delivery. For our dealers, that means an unwavering commitment to your growth and success. We’ll continue to deliver second-to-none sales support and the best parts and service with the agility that only a family-owned company with 43 years of experience in this industry can provide.”
“We’re cautiously optimistic about the market’s trajectory,” Dennig says. “As global conditions stabilize, we expect consumer confidence to rise, translating into robust demand for RVs.”
To find Gulf Stream Coach at Open House this year, turn onto Executive Drive and take the first right.
