Applications Sought for Tim DeWitt HARVEST Scholarship

The Tim DeWitt HARVEST Education Foundation is accepting scholarship applications for the 2023-2024 academic year, according to a release by the Michigan Association of Recreation Vehicles and Campgrounds (MARVAC). To be considered for the scholarship, applications are due by April 14. HARVEST establishes educational programs and opportunities for students who wish to make a career […]

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Lithium Battery Maker Expion360 Announces Personnel Moves

REDMOND, Ore. – Expion360, Inc. (NASDAQ: XPON), an industry leader in lithium-ion battery power storage solutions, has completed a series of internal management and board changes designed to position the company for growth opportunities in the new year, according to a press release. Brian Schaffner has been appointed Chief Executive Officer, succeeding company Co-Founder John […]

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New Steering Stabilizers now Available from Roadmaster

VANCOUVER, Wash. – Reflex Steering Stabilizers, long known for their ease of installation and reliability, are now available at Roadmaster, Inc. after a long absence from the market due to global supply chain issues, according to a press release from the company. “A tried-and-true favorite of the RVing industry, Reflex provides a safety upgrade for […]

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Lippert Launches Sales Commitment to Benefit Care Camps

BILLINGS, Mont. – Lippert, one of the leading outdoor industry suppliers, has announced the launch of a year-long commitment to donate 1.5% of consumer e-commerce sales to support Care Camps. Producing innovative products and committed to social initiatives, Lippert is continuously inspired to create transformative social change. To that effort, the company has supported Care […]

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‘Dyrt’ Lists Reservation Opening Dates for NPS, State Parks

PORTLAND, Ore. –The Dyrt, a leading app for camping information and booking, has released its 2023 Camping Reservation Opening Dates Guide, which lets campers know exactly when reservations open at every state and national park in the United States. The guide is a free bonus feature for The Dyrt PRO members, according to a release. “Because […]

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Newspaper Explores Top 2023 Travel Trends for Campers

SCRANTON, Pa. – If camping is on your horizon for 2023 then you look no further than this list of travel trends before booking your trips for the year, states an article in the Scranton, Pa., Times-Tribune. If you are ready for a unique travel excursion, then this list is for you! No matter if […]

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First Brands Completes Acquisition of Horizon Global Corp.

PLYMOUTH, Mich. – First Brands Group, LLC (“First Brands”) and Horizon Global Corporation (“Horizon Global”) today (Feb. 8) announced in a press release that all conditions of the offer were satisfied and First Brands completed its acquisition of all issued and outstanding equity securities of Horizon Global for the offer price. As a result of […]

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Marathon Produces 1st Luxury RV on New Prevost H3-45

COBURG, Ore. – Marathon Coach, the world’s largest bus converter, is proud to be the first motorcoach company to present a luxury RV on the newly redesigned Prevost H3-45 bus chassis, according to a press release from the company. “Marathon’s beautiful and innovative double-slide coach #1375 is a greatly anticipated main feature of the renowned […]

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Lippert Promotes Mark Woloszyk to Chief Technology Officer

ELKHART, Ind. — Effective Jan. 1 Mark Woloszyk was promoted to Lippert’s Chief Technology Officer. In this role, Mark will lead Lippert’s Global Product Technology and Innovation initiatives and will report to Jamie Schnur, President of Aftermarket & Technology. Mark succeeds Rob Ford, who retired at the end of 2022. Jamie Schnur stated, “I would […]

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Kentucky-Based Skaggs RV Outlet Acquires Valley RV Sales

Skaggs RV Outlet LLC in Elizabethtown, Ken., has recently acquired Valley RV Sales in Corbin Ken., which is about 140 miles to the southeast, according to a release. Skaggs RV Outlet is a 40-year-old company in central Kentucky that is owned by NeVelle Skaggs and managed by his daughter, Alexis Skaggs. NeVelle Skaggs has been […]

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DLP Capital Acquires $33M High-End RV Resort in Ocala, Fla.

St. AUGUSTINE, Fla. – DLP Capital, a private real estate investment and financial services firm, announced that it has acquired Ocala North RV Resort for a purchase price of $33 million. The Ocala North RV Resort, spanning 73 acres in the heart of central Florida’s horse country, consists of 385 sites for RVs and cottages, […]

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Video: Officials with ‘The Dyrt’ on Why Camping will Stay Hot

Sarah Smith, co-founder of The Dyrt, and her husband, Kevin Long, CEO of The Dyrt, join WCM’s Park Update – a weekly video program by Woodall’s Campground Magazine, a sister publication of RVBusiness – at 3 p.m. on Tuesday (Jan. 31) to dive deeper into the company’s recently released 2023 Camping Report. They note that […]

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Full-Time RVers Assist in Recovery Effort for Ian Victims

FORT MYERS, Fla — When Bill and France Moriarty planned out their fall and winter, Southwest Florida was not on the itinerary, a ccording to a report by Chris Shaw of Cape Coral, Fla., Fox affiliated WFTX-TV. “Ian changed our plans,” France says. “But we’re flexible and we can do that. We can go to […]

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South Dakota Bill Jeopardizes RVers’ Domicile, Voting Rights

EDITOR’S NOTE: The following report written by Russ and Tiña De Maris for RVTravel.com is reprinted with permission. Mary Arlington, executive director of the South Dakota Campground Association (SDCOA), issued the following statement regarding the issue: “The SDCOA is reviewing a number of voting related bills and has not determined its position.” South Dakota has […]

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InterMotive Starts 2023 Strong with a New General Manager

AUBURN, Calif. – InterMotive Vehicle Controls announced that Tracy Weatherfield has been promoted to the role of General Manager. His responsibilities include overseeing day-to-day operations, department management and quality assurance, which allows executive management to focus on sales and new product development. Weatherfield most recently worked as VP of Operations with InterMotive. Previously, he held a […]

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Skyline Champion Announces 8.9% Spike in Q3 Net Sales

TROY, Mich. – Skyline Champion Corporation (NYSE: SKY) announced financial results for its third quarter ended Dec. 31, 2022. Third Quarter Fiscal 2023 Highlights (compared to Third Quarter Fiscal 2022) Net sales increased 8.9% to $582.3 million U.S. homes sold decreased 1.4% to 5,749 Total backlog decreased 34.6% to $532 million from the sequential second […]

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Acquisition of Horizon Global Expected to Close on Feb. 8

PLYMOUTH, Mich. – The acquisition of Horizon Global Corporation, one of the world’s leading manufacturers of branded towing and trailering equipment, by First Brands Group LLC, a global automotive parts manufacturer that serves the worldwide automotive aftermarket, is expected to close on Feb. 8, 2023, according to a release. First Brands Group and Horizon Global […]

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Dragonfly Continues Breakthroughs in Lithium-Ion Batteries

RENO, Nev. – Dragonfly Energy’s impressive growth curve is poised to continue in 2023 and beyond as the company continues to refine current manufacturing processes and cast an eye toward new product development, according to a report in the Reno Nevada Appeal. The company founded by Chief Executive Officer Denis Phares in 2012 in a […]

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Togo RV: E-RVs, Offices Among the Top 5 RV Trends in 2023

Rising costs are everywhere. From grocery stores to gas stations to RV dealerships, today’s consumers are finding it harder than ever to stay on budget. And at the first major RV show of 2023, the Florida RV SuperShow in Tampa, appealing to consumer pocketbooks was also a top priority for RV dealers and manufacturers, according […]

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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. Winnebago Industries, Inc. (Winnebago) is […]

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