Upcoming RV Technical Institute Classes for September

The RV Technical Institute (RVTI) is the gold standard when it comes to RV technician training, providing the only industry-backed training curriculum and RV technician certification and career path, according to a News & Insights report by the RV Industry Association. RVTI’s technician training program is a hands-on, competency-based program designed by RVTI staff and […]

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AP: Inflation Eases as Consumer Prices Rise 6.3% in July

WASHINGTON — Inflation eased last month as energy prices tumbled, raising hopes that a surge in prices increases may have peaked, according to an Associated Press report. According to Commerce Department report Friday that is closely watched by the Federal Reserve, consumer prices rose 6.3% in July from a year earlier after posting an annual […]

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CRVA Sees Increase in Wholesale RV Shipments to Canada

The Canadian Recreational Vehicle Association (CRVA) reports that RV wholesale shipments into Canada for the 2nd Quarter ending June 30 totaled 20,436 units compared to 16,250 in 2021, representing an increase of 25.8% year-over-year. According to Statistical Surveys, RVDA of Canada reported that Retail Activity during the 2nd Quarter totaled 18,869 units and when compared […]

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S&H Metal Products Celebrates 50 Years in the RV Industry

S&H Metal Products Inc., of Topeka, Ind. commemorated its 50th year in business with an Open House, Aug. 18-26, for its customers, suppliers and media at its state-of-the-art 85,000-square-foot metal fabricating and powder coating facility at 2295 W. Lake Street in Topeka. The company broke ground for the new facility in October of 2020 and […]

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RV Tech Institute Meets with Forest River Owners Group

Last week, the RV Technical Institute (RVTI) attended a Forest River Owner’s Group rally at the Elkhart County Fair Grounds, according to a News & Insights report by the RV Industry Association (RVIA). The rally had around 800 attendees from the Owner’s Group, along with suppliers, Forest River employees, and local support groups. Even some […]

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RVTravel Review: A Closer Look at the Pleasure-Way REKON

EDITOR’S NOTE: The following review was written by Tony Barthel for the Aug. 26 edition of the RVTravel newsletter. It is reprinted by permission. See the review at RVTravel.com. Today’s RV review is of the Pleasure-Way REKON 4X4 Class B motorhome. For whatever reason, I like all of these van build videos and have watched more […]

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Spader to Host Con/Expo Seminar on Post-COVID Business

RV business instructor and 20 Group facilitator John Spader will offer a workshop as part of the dealer/GM track during the 2022 RV Dealers Convention/Expo, according to a release. The convention/expo will take place Nov. 7-11, at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas. “Reset and Renew: are you ready for a return to reality?” examines the […]

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Digital Edition of Caravan Salon Preview Now Available Online

The digital edition of the next issue (no. 36) of Aboutcamp BtoB, featuring a 40+ page preview of this year’s Caravan Salon Düsseldorf, which runs Aug. 27 to Sept. 4, is now available online. Printed copies of this issue have already arrived with subscribers in the RV industry around the world. This special Düsseldorf preview […]

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RVTI Certification Program for Women Looking at Expansion

ELKHART, Ind. – A pilot program in Elkhart, Ind., designed to bring more women into the recreational vehicle industry has proven successful, and plans are already in place for growth, according to a report by Inside INdiana Business. The RV Women’s Alliance (RVWA), based in the St. Joseph County town of Osceola, partnered with the […]

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Tickets on Sale for Annual ‘Running with Spoons’ Fundraiser

Tickets are now on sale for the seventh Annual Running with Spoons cooking competition fundraiser benefitting Bashor Children’s Home in Goshen, Ind., according to a release. The event is generously sponsored by Nuway Construction, Scott And Kim Welch and The Welch Packaging Group, Don and Theresa Gunden, Obeco, Patrick Industries and Genesis Products. Thirteen teams […]

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WAY Interglobal Sets Ribbon Cutting for New Elkhart Facility

ELKHART, Ind. – WAY Interglobal today (Aug. 26) announced in an email notice to RV industry partners an upcoming ribbon cutting ceremony for its new 800,000-square-foot facility in Elkhart County – the RV Capital of the World. “Save the date of October 5th for this exciting event as we’ll have featured speakers, food and drinks, […]

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FMCA’s Nebraska Rally Going Well, Attendance Figures Aside

The leadership of the Cincinnati-based Family Motor Coach Association (FMCA), one of North America’s leading RV owner clubs, knew well in advance that its 105th International Convention and RV Expo now underway at the Lancaster Event Center (Aug. 24-27) in Lincoln, Neb., wasn’t going to be a record-breaker in terms of attendance due to the […]

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The Hottest Hotel in Boston is Renting Renovated Travel Trailers

Boston’s The Verb hotel is one of the more unique places to stay in the entire city. Located less than a block from the legendary Fenway Park, the boutique establishment adorns its walls with rock and roll memorabilia, offering guests a musical-themed retreat unlike any other. Here, travelers will discover not only great food and…

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Five Fall RV Destinations – From Terego

Here are 5 Cool Canadian Destinations – where you can pick your own apples … and stay for the night! By Karine Morin, Terego. There are some classics that never go out of style – like apple picking. Terego, the Canadian network of RV spots invites you to revisit this fall classic. Here’s what they […]

Is California Banning the Sale of Gas-Powered RVs?

The California Air Resources Board (CARB) is officially rolling out a new set of regulations that could dramatically impact the future of gas-powered vehicles in the state and the country as a whole. The CARB has announced that it is implementing a plan first put forward by Governor Gavin Newsome in 2020 that would ban…

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Manage Your RV’s Power to…

Manage Your RV’s Power to Achieve Off Grid Freedom A special feature by Yi Li, Founder and CEO of Renogy Freedom is part of the attraction of hitting the road in an RV, trailer, or fifth wheel. You can travel anywhere when you want to, and you take your home with you. Today’s RVs are […]

Kelley Blue Book: EV Interest Rising Due to High Gas Prices

ATLANTA – Vehicle shopper interest in cars and electrified vehicles increased amid high gas prices and record-breaking transaction prices, while BMW and Toyota maintained their spots as America’s most-shopped vehicle brands in their respective segments, according to the Q2 2022 Kelley Blue Book Brand Watch reports. Kelley Blue Book Brand Watch is a consumer perception survey […]

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Business Group Lauds Flow-Rite Controls as Top Company

DETROIT, Mich. – The National Association for Business Resources (NABR) announced today (Aug. 25) in a press release that Byron Center, Mich.-based Flow-Rite Controls’ (FRC) has been included in NABR’s West Michigan’s Best and Brightest Companies to Work For award program. The honor recognizes organizations for excellence in human resource and employee enrichment practices. “We’re […]

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Eberspaecher’s Xellstor Offers RV Energy Self-Sufficiency

ESSLINGEN, Germany – An increasing number of RV owners wish to be even more independent of any external energy supply while out on their adventures. To meet this demand, thermal management expert Eberspaecher is developing the new Xellstor product family. Whether it concerns an air conditioning unit, induction cooktop or e-bike – with the Xellstor […]

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Holiday Rambler Introduces Gas-Powered Eclipse Class A

DECATUR, Ind – Designed to stand out, the Eclipse is a brand new Class A Gas motorhome from Holiday Rambler that has a bevy of sought-after features RVers are sure to appreciate. The luxury Eclipse model is available in three different floorplans and three different lengths to meet a variety of owner preferences. “With the Eclipse […]

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