28 Catalytic Converters Stolen from Camping World in Vegas

LAS VEGAS, Nev. – Catalytic converter thieves continue to cause expensive headaches for Las Vegas Valley residents. The latest theft happened at Camping World off Las Vegas Boulevard, according to a report by KVVU-TV Fox 5. The business tells FOX5 someone stole 28 converters last week. One victim told FOX5 he had his RV there […]

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THOR’s Bob Martin Addresses Early Shows on ‘Capitol Talk’

THOR Industries President & CEO Bob Martin joins Sherm Goldenberg and Rick Kessler of RVBusiness for a discussion on the positive performance of the Florida RV SuperShow and other early RV shows, and how that might affect the 2023 outlook for the industry. Plus ,he shares his thoughts on the company’s partnership with Starlink. The […]

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Organizers Eagerly Anticipating Detroit RV & Camper Show

Based on reports from other consumer RV shows that have already taken place, officials are eagerly anticipating the 57th Annual Detroit RV & Camping Show, which is Feb. 1-5 at the Suburban Collection Showplace in Novi, Mich. Hosted by the Michigan Association of RV and Campgrounds (MARVAC), the five-day show attracted a little over 27,000 people […]

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2023 Calgary RV EXPO & Sale Scheduled for Jan. 26-29

CALGARY, Alb. – The Calgary RV Expo & Sale takes place Jan. 26 – 29 at the BMO Centre in Calgary, according to information provided by the RV Dealers Association of Canada. Twelve RVDA dealers will be showcasing their newest products and will also have some end-of-the-year clearance products for consumers to select. Click to […]

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FRVTA’s Tampa Show Posts 2nd Best Attendance on Record

RIVERVIEW, Fla. – The Florida RV Trade Association (FRVTA) opened the 38th Annual 2023 Florida RV SuperShow, Wednesday, January 18 to big crowds and they kept coming right through the end of the show on Sunday, according to a press release from the organization. While overall attendance was off last year’s record of 84,000, over […]

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10 DIY Tech Upgrades That Make Life at the Campsite Better

One of the easiest ways to improve life at home is by upgrading or adding new technologies to our daily routines. Smart home products like connected light bulbs, app-controlled HVAC systems, and voice-activated smart speakers bring new levels of fun and convenience to our lives. Those devices can even make our homes more efficient, adjusting…

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January Issue of ‘RV Enthusiast’ Looks at Renovating Old RVs

The January issue of RV Enthusiast magazine is now available. The highlight of the issue is a special section on “RenoVations: Transforming Old RVs into Custom Cruisers.” Also in this issue: Fads Fade — But Style is Forever – Alice Zealy channeled her sense of aesthetics and design into a growing RV renovation business. We took a […]

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Woodall’s Campground Magazine, Directory Now Available

Digital editions of the February issue of Woodall’s Campground Magazine (WCM), a sister publication of RVBusiness, as well as the 2023 Business Directory are both now available. WCM’s February issue features coverage of the second annual Campground Owners Association Expo as well as a comprehensive roundup of the Park Model RV sector and a look […]

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Latest ‘Snowbirds & RV Travelers’ Visits Arizona, California

EDITOR’S NOTE: The xxx issue of Snowbirds & RV Travelers magazine, which covers the RV lifestyle from a Canadian perspective, is now available at newsstands from coast to coast, including Walmart, Chapters and Shopper’s Drug Mart. Or you can subscribe to the magazine’s print or digital issues. Below is the publisher’s note accompanying this edition of the magazine.

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KOA Renews Partnership with USA Bobsled/Skeleton Team

LAKE PLACID, N.Y. – USA Bobsled/Skeleton (USABS) announced today (Jan. 23) that Kampgrounds of America, Inc. (KOA) renewed its sponsorship of the team through 2026. KOA has been prominently featured on U.S. team sleds since first signing on as a sponsor 13 years ago, according to a release. “Kampgrounds of America Inc. has been a […]

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Recent Arrow Distributing Show Confirms Dealer Optimism

While the RV industry as a whole remains cautiously optimistic about 2023, dealers ought to expect a robust spring season if distributor shows are any indication. That’s the message heard again during the recent Arrow Distributing Showcase, which concluded Jan. 11 at the Paris Hotel in Las Vegas. Granted, much of the expected business will […]

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FMCA Announces ’24 RV Expo to be March 24-27 in Tucson

CINCINNATI, Ohio — FMCA, an international organization for RV owners, will be making a return visit to the Pima County Fairgrounds in Tucson, Arizona, in 2024. RV owners from across the United States and Canada will gather in The Grand Canyon State as FMCA hosts its 108th International Convention & RV Expo in Tucson March […]

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‘Good Time Had by All’ Xscapers Annual Bash Attendees

EDITOR’S NOTE: Stuart Takehara, the author of this posting, attended the Xscapers Bash, which was Jan. 14-22 in Lake Havasu City, Ariz. Part of the Escapees RV Club, Xscapers is an RV owners club for the “Next Generation of RVers.” If, as they say, the Xscapers Annual Bash “ain’t your Grandma’s RV rally,” then what […]

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Florida RV SuperShow Finale Draws More Rave Reviews

TAMPA, Fla., – Expectations exceeded. That was the overwhelming takeaway from those on hand – whether consumers, suppliers, dealers or manufacturers – during the final day of the Florida RV SuperShow at the Florida State Fairgrounds in Tampa on Sunday. Long known as a barometer for the RV industry selling season, many in the industry […]

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Meyer Dist. Adds Cross-Dock Location in Hurricane, Utah

JASPER Ind. – Meyer Distributing Inc., a leader in automotive specialty products marketing and distribution, announces the addition of its cross-dock location in Hurricane, Utah, which is in the southwest corner of the state. The cross-dock will have a direct feed from Meyer’s Kingman, Ariz., distribution hub, which houses one of the largest inventories of […]

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Relentless Dealer Services Acquires General Agent Services

GREENWOOD, Ind. – Jamison Carrier of Relentless Dealer Services (RDS) and Reggy Huddleston of General Agent Services, based near Portland, Ore. have announced that RDS has acquired substantially all of the assets of General Agent Services. General Agent Services has operated a successful agency in the Pacific Northwest for decades, according to a release. Huddleston […]

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Video: ‘Camper Report’ Broadcasts from Tampa RV Show

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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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. Forest River Inc. (Forest River) […]

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Video: Dragonfly Energy Introduces ‘IntelLigence’ Technology

Dragonfly Energy, makers of the BattleBorn brand of lithium batteries, introduced Dragonfly IntelLigence, which the Nevada-based company says delivers “groundbreaking lithium battery communication technology, designed to give users the utmost confidence in their power system by providing unparalleled access to monitoring, notification, performance, and safety features.”

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EarthCruiser is Making a Truck-Bed Camper for EVs

Whether it’s due to higher gas prices, increased environmental awareness, or improving technology, the demand for electric vehicles is on the rise. In fact, according to a recent report, EV sales were up 68% worldwide in 2022. Naturally, the RV industry has taken notice of this trend, with several companies actively developing electric motorhomes, travel…

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