Month: September 2022

Protective’s Chafetz Offers F&I Workshop at RVDA Con/Expo

Protective’s Chafetz Offers F&I Workshop at RVDA Con/Expo

FAIRFAX, Va, – Professional trainer Peter Chafetz will present an F&I workshop twice and a separate workshop designed to help sales staff build rapport and communication with their customers during the 2022 RV Dealers Convention/Expo. The convention/expo will take place Nov. 7-11, 2022, at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas. At 2 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 9, […]

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Election for ’23 RV Industry Association Board Begins Today

Election for ’23 RV Industry Association Board Begins Today

Voting in the election for the RV Industry Association Board of Directors begins today, according to an RVIA News & Insights report. The Board of Directors is the highest-level authority in the association’s overall organizational structure and is responsible for setting and overseeing strategy and policies related to critical topics such as standards, marketing, government […]

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NCM Associates Acquires S.D.-Based Spader Business Mgt.

NCM Associates Acquires S.D.-Based Spader Business Mgt.

Spader Business Management (SBM) President John Spader has announced the Aug. 31 sale of his Sioux Falls, S.D.-based firm to NCM Associates, a Kansas City, Mo., company specializing in automotive consulting and dealer training. Founded in 1976 by John’s father, Duane Spader, SBM is best known in the RV arena for its work over the […]

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Winnebago Names Ray Posadas VP of Investor Relations

Winnebago Names Ray Posadas VP of Investor Relations

EDEN PRAIRIE, Minn. – Winnebago Industries, Inc. (NYSE: WGO), a leading outdoor lifestyle product manufacturer, today (Sept. 6) announced the appointment of Ray Posadas as vice president, investor Rrelations and market intelligence, effective today. Posadas succeeds Steve Stuber, who was appointed chief financial officer of Grand Design RV in April 2022. Chief Financial Officer Bryan […]

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Cute Shoes With Arch Support

Cute Shoes With Arch Support

If you’ve ever tried to buy practical, comfortable shoes then you’ve probably noticed that they don’t always come in the most fashionable styles. It would seem that a lot of shoe manufacturers expect us to compromise style for functionality. But why can’t we have both? In a world where looking good is at the top …

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September’s ‘RV Camping’ Magazine Features ‘Creativity RV’

September’s ‘RV Camping’ Magazine Features ‘Creativity RV’

EDITOR’S NOTE: Published by Mike Scarpignato and Susan McDonald, the September issue of RV Camping Magazine is now available. RV Camping Magazine is a monthly digital/video magazine created to entertain and inform RVers about all sorts of RV related topics. It’s perfect for full-time RVers, weekend warriors and beginners alike. Each month’s issue features full-time RV YouTubers and Bloggers along […]

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Video: RV Camper Catamarans Ready for Life On Land & Water

Video: RV Camper Catamarans Ready for Life On Land & Water

The Caracat Caravan Catamaran is a hybrid mobile living solution for those looking to enjoy life in the great outdoors or even on the water, according to a report by TrendHunter. The vessel can be easily towed when not on the water and offers ample living space inside for comfortable living from anywhere with a […]

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Navistar Opens First US Truck Assembly Plant in Decades

Navistar Opens First US Truck Assembly Plant in Decades

For 29 years, the Kenworth Renton Assembly Plant in Washington state, owned by Paccar, was the newest truck plant in the United States. That changed on March 25, 2022, when truckmaker Navistar held a ribbon cutting for its San Antonio Manufacturing Plant on the city’s South Side, according to a report by Industry Week. The […]

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Wishing All the Best to our Readers this Labor Day Weekend

Wishing All the Best to our Readers this Labor Day Weekend

The staff at RVBusiness and Woodall’s Campground Magazine wish you and your family and friends a safe and enjoyable Labor Day weekend. We will resume our daily newsfeed postings on Tuesday, Sept. 6. Origins of Labor Day Source: U.S. Department of Labor Observed the first Monday in September, Labor Day is an annual celebration of the […]

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Cricchi is Lippert’s New General Manager Caravanning Italy

Cricchi is Lippert’s New General Manager Caravanning Italy

ELKHART, Ind. – Lippert Components, Inc. (together with its affiliates, Lippert), announced that Gianluca Cricchi will take over the role of General Manager Caravanning Italy as of 1 September 2022. Cricchi has been with Lippert since March 2021, when he took on the role of RV Operations Director Italy. Since joining the team, Cricchi has been […]

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Kenect Founder to Host Workshop, Panel Confab at Con/Expo

Kenect Founder to Host Workshop, Panel Confab at Con/Expo

Network television veteran and founder of Kenect, Graham Anderson, will lead a discussion panel and deliver a separate workshop at the 2022 RV Dealers Convention/Expo. The convention/expo will take place Nov. 7-11 at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas. Anderson will host “Service Department Best Practices with Dealers Like You” panel discussion at 9:30 a.m. on […]

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RVTI Program Provides Technician Training for Mass. Inmates

RVTI Program Provides Technician Training for Mass. Inmates

Provided they all pass their final exams, as many as six inmates with the Worcester County, Mass., Jail and House of Corrections will receive on Sept. 7 a certificate of completion, signifying their status as Level I RV Service Technicians. The program was a partnership between Worcester County Sheriff’s Office, RV Technical Institute (RVTI), New […]

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MARVAC Golf Outing Raises $22K, Adds Marketing Director

MARVAC Golf Outing Raises $22K, Adds Marketing Director

The Michigan Association of RV and Campgrounds (MARVAC) raised $22,000 at its HARVEST Golf Outing fundraiser to benefit the association’s scholarship fund. The event was held Aug. 22 at Forest Akers West with 120 registrants. In addition, MARVAC also announced the addition of Marketing & Communications Director Gabrielle (Ellie) Strubhar to the staff. Strubhar comes […]

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Consumer Confidence Up in August After Falling for 3 Months

Consumer Confidence Up in August After Falling for 3 Months

The Conference Board Consumer Confidence Index increased in August, following three consecutive monthly declines, according to a report by The Conference Board. The Index now stands at 103.2 (1985=100), up from 95.3 in July. The Present Situation Index — based on consumers’ assessment of current business and labor market conditions—improved to 145.4 from 139.7 last month. The […]

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