Industry Allies Mourning Loss of Sales Executive Mike Snell

Oregon resident Mike Snell, 54, a well known sales executive and friend to many in the RV industry over the years, passed away late Monday (Nov. 21) of natural causes in a Eugene, Ore., hospital, close friends have confirmed. While Snell’s last career stop involved sales of Class B motorhomes at Thor Motor Coach in […]

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KZ RV Unveils New Customer Service Welcome Center

SHIPSHEWANA, Ind.– KZ Recreational Vehicles has completed construction on a brand-new Customer Service Welcome Center, a 75,000-square-foot facility that will allow KZ to enhance its existing industry-leading customer service experience, according to a press release from the company. A 42,00-square-foot addition was added to Plant 2 on KZ’s campus. Collectively, the new service center includes […]

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FRVTA Training Director Discuses New Learning Website

RIVERVIEW, Fla. – After spending 18 years in training and development and then running a training program for a six-store RV dealership, Veronica Helms quickly realized how hard it was to gather information about the RV industry. “Through that experience,” said Helms, who now serves as the director of training for the Florida RV Trade […]

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AAA: Gas Prices Plunge as Drivers Hit the Road for Holidays

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Drivers fueling up ahead of Thanksgiving will benefit from falling pump prices, as the national average for a gallon of gasoline dropped 11 cents in the past week to $3.66. That’s the good news. Unfortunately, while lower, this week will see the highest Thanksgiving national average price since AAA started keeping records […]

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Camping World’s Wagner to Succeed Retiring COO Ward

LINCOLNSHIRE, Ill. – Camping World Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: CWH), late Monday (Nov. 21) announced that Tamara Ward will retire from her position as chief operating officer effective Dec. 31, 2022. Matthew Wagner, executive vice president, will be promoted into the chief operating officer role on Jan. 1, 2023, as part of a planned leadership succession, […]

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US Supply Chain Under Threat as Unions, Railroads Clash

OMAHA, Neb. — Railroad engineers accepted their deal with the railroads that will deliver 24% raises but conductors rejected theirs, threatening the health of the economy just before the holidays and casting more doubt on whether the industry will be able to resolve the labor dispute before next month’s deadline without the help of Congress, […]

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Horizon Global Names Kennedy Interim President, CEO

PLYMOUTH, Mich. – Horizon Global Corporation (NYSE: HZN), announced late Monday (Nov. 21) that the company’s Board of Directors appointed John C. Kennedy as Interim President and Chief Executive Officer. Kennedy will continue to serve as Chair of the Board. This appointment follows the board’s acceptance of Terrence G. Gohl’s resignation from his executive positions […]

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October RV Shipments Down 43.7% Compared to 2021

FAIRFAX, Va. – Results for the RV Industry Association’s October 2022 survey of manufacturers determined that total RV shipments ended the month with 32,652 units, a decrease of (-43.7%) compared to the 57,971 units shipped in October 2021. Through October, RV shipments are down (-12.2%) compared to the same point last year with 448,246 wholesale […]

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Tips for Making Your RV More Festive for the Holidays

There is never a wrong time of year to travel in an RV, but the holidays can be especially fun. Staying in your motorhome or travel trailer while visiting friends and family makes an already enjoyable season even more special. But to get the most out of your time on the road, you’ll want to…

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Kokoda Digger 2: Caravan Review

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Report: NHTSA Releases its Latest Rundown of RV Recalls

EDITOR’S NOTE: The following is the latest list of RV recalls compiled by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Per strict NHTSA protocols, manufacturers will next notify its dealer partners of the recall notice. Each notice will include details of the affected vehicles as well as the appropriate remedy. • REV Recreation Group (REV) […]

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Ultra-Fab Products Adds Raymond Padgett to Sales Team

Due to sales growth at Ultra-Fab Products over the past several years, the company has reached a point that it feels the need to establish an internal sales team, according to a company release. Therefore, company officials have decided to establish their own sales team over the course of 2023. As part of that decision, […]

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Bill and Kristin Fenech Make Donation to RV Learning Center

FAIRFAX, Va. – Bill and Kristin Fenech have increased their personal donation to the Mike Molino RV Learning Center by $10,000, bringing their total lifetime contribution to $82,500. Bill Fenech is co-owner of RV manufacturer Brinkley RV Company and a longtime industry executive. The Fenechs began their support of the RV Learning Center in 2004. […]

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Land ‘N’ Sea Hosts Aftermarket Trade Show in Connecticut

Ahead of a Q1 2023 warehouse opening, Land ‘N’ Sea Distributing hosted an RV and marine parts and accessories trade show on Nov. 17-18 at the Mohegan Sun Casino and Convention Center in Uncasville, Conn. Once completed sometime around February, the new warehouse will immediately be a local shipping and direct delivery option for RV […]

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Capitol Talk: RVR’s Ferrando on ‘Blue Compass RV’ Rebrand

Following RV Retailers’s announcement it was rebranding to Blue Compass RV, company Founder, President & CEO Jon Ferrando joins Sherm Goldenberg and Rick Kessler of RVBusiness to discuss RV Retailer’s rebranding to Blue Compass RV. The RVBusiness Capitol Talk video series is sponsored by Dicor Products, an Airxcel company. Listen to the podcast version of […]

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Video: ‘Camper Report’ Features EasyCare, OBi Campers

The “Camper Report Show” is a weekly feature of Camper Report, which is part of the RV LIFE family of RVing websites that provide RV forums, RV trip planning tools and mobile apps, and one of the largest campground databases around. Co-hosted by Bob Zagami and John DiPietro – RV industry veterans in their own right – the Camper Report Show has partnered with RVBusiness by […]

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Roadpass Digital Offering Price Lock on Pro Membership

Roadpass Digital, the leading technology platform for road travel and outdoor experiences, has launched a price lock policy on its popular Roadpass Pro membership, according to a release. Roadpass Pro boasts premium access on the company’s travel apps` for roadtrippers and RVers: Roadtrippers, Togo RV, Campendium, and RVillage. Users signing up for Roadpass Pro for […]

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FRVTA Introduces New Distance Learning Network Website

RIVERVIEW, Fla. – While attending the recent RV Dealers Convention/Expo, the Florida RV Trade Association (FRVTA) unveiled its new Distance Leaning Network website (RVDLN.org). The new DLN website is designed to provide new and existing employees every facet of the RV Industry in one easy to navigate website, according to a release. The RV business […]

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Lippert Announces Launch of ‘Towable Tubes’ Collection

ELKHART, Ind. – Just in time for the holiday shopping season, Lippert Components Inc. (Lippert) has announced the launch of the Taylor Made Towable Tubes, according to a press release. This boat tube collection is made with durable Denier nylon for a comfortable ride and has soft webbed handles for a secure grip. The quick-connect […]

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Palomino RV Selects Garmin ONE to Outfit Pause Trailers

OLATHE, Kan. – Garmin (NYSE: grmn) today (Nov, 21) announced that Palomino RV has selected the garmin ONE (Operation, Navigation, Entertainment) solution to power its off-road ready Pause line of travel trailers. Garmin ONE provides the 26-foot trailer with a fully integrated RV experience that offers easy control of camper systems such as lighting, temperature […]

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