RVIA Explores the Big Evolution of the Small Travel Trailer

EDITOR’S NOTE: The following is a News & Insights report by the RV Industry Association. “The more things change, the more they remain the same.” This French maxim from the mid-1800’s is surprisingly fitting for the motivations behind – and creations of – America’s small travel trailer manufacturers over the past century. Consumers’ desire to […]

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RVIA: Don’t Overlook Positive Position for Industry Recovery

RV Industry Association (RVIA) Chairman Jeff Rutherford of Airxcel reminded the industry that although 2022 has seen a decline in RV production and retail, the year still likely will finish as one of the five best financial years in history. And that is not something that should be overlooked as businesses set their sights on […]

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RAND Boats Chooses Lippert as Windshield Glazing Supplier

HAVANT, U.K. – Lippert Components, Inc., (Lippert) has announced in a press release that Lippert’s Taylor Made glazing solutions has been selected as the preferred glazing supplier of RAND Boats, one of the fastest growing boat companies in Europe. Since the partnership began in 2021, Taylor Made’s unrivaled glass making experience has supported the RAND […]

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Latest ‘ROVA’ Magazine’ Issue Ponders the Path of Discovery

The December/January edition of ROVA Magazine is now available. Here’s what the editors had to say about this issue: In this issue of ROVA, our writers tackle choices that lead them to various types of discovery. Their stories ask questions like, “Am I really ready to hit the road?” “What kind of RV will best suit my […]

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TST Parent Company Announces Executive Appointments

SAN ANTONIO – Pressure Systems International (P.S.I.), parent company of Truck System Technologies (TST), has made the following personnel appointments to further strengthen its organization. James Sharkey has been promoted to president of P.S.I. and will continue to guide the company in new directions, domestically and internationally. Celebrating over 38 years of experience in the […]

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Winnebago Releases 2022 Corporate Responsibility Report

EDEN PRAIRIE, Minn., – Winnebago Industries Inc. (NYSE: WGO), a leading outdoor lifestyle product manufacturer, has published its 2022 Corporate Responsibility Report, according to a press release. The report details continued progress across environmental, social and corporate governance (ESG) priorities, including third-party data validation to support the company’s commitment to net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by […]

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NRVTA’s YouTube Channel Passes 43,000 Subscribers

ATHENS, Texas – As the number of videos on the National RV Training Academy’s (NRVTA) YouTube channel approaches 300, the number of subscribers surpassed the 43,000 mark, the school reported today in a press release. In addition, after launching its RV Unplugged channel three weeks ago to promote the upcoming reality show airing in March, […]

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Patrick Industries Increases Share Repurchase Authorization

ELKHART, Ind., — Patrick Industries, Inc. (NASDAQ: PATK) announced that on Dec, 12 that its board of directors authorized an increase in the amount of the company’s common stock that may be acquired over the next 24 months under the current stock repurchase program to $100 million, including the $38.2 million remaining under the previous […]

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Fed Set to Extend Inflation Fight with 7th Rate Hike of 2022

WASHINGTON — After four straight three-quarter-point interest rate hikes, the Federal Reserve is set to announce a smaller half-point increase in its key rate today (Dec. 14), a first step toward dialing back its efforts to combat inflation, according to an Associated Press report. At the same time, the Fed is expected to signal that […]

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Horizon Global to Offer Product Seminar at Meyer MEGA Show

PLYMOUTH, Mich. ― Horizon Global Corporation, one of the world’s leading manufacturers of branded towing and trailering equipment, announced today (Dec. 14) the company will offer an extensive product training seminar at Meyer Distributing’s 2023 RV Meyer MEGA Show. Aimed at recreational vehicle (RV) dealers, trailer dealers, and hitch installers, the trade show takes place […]

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Bankston Motor Homes Marks Grand Opening with Giveaway

GADSDEN, Ala. – Bankston Motor Homes Inc. opened a new location to service their growing customer base of thousands in the Tennessee and Alabama area. The 49,000-square-foot facility features two 27-foot wide by 50-foot long heated and enclosed delivery bays to provide a first-class delivery experience when customers pick up their new RV. This 26-acre […]

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‘Earth Traveler’ Seeks Investors to Boost Teardrop Production

SANTA FE, N.M. – Family-owned Earth Traveler Teardrop Trailers of Santa Fe is seeking investors, a merger or acquisition in order to industrialize the process of producing lightweight, 300-pound fiberglass composite trailers for camping, according to a report in the Santa Fe New Mexican. Husband-and-wife founders Angel Irlanda and Laura Esteves sent out requests for […]

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RV Industry Association’s Virtual Annual Mtg. Set for 2 PM Today

The RV Industry Association, the leading trade voice of the $140 billion dollar RV industry, will hold its Annual Meeting today (Dec. 14). The event will be broadcast virtually from 2 to 3 p.m.. ET and all association members are encouraged to attend. The RV Industry Association Annual Meeting is the primary, membership-wide meeting for […]

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REV Group Q4: Commercial, Rec Divisions See Increases

BROOKFIELD, Wis. – REV Group, Inc. (NYSE: REVG) today (Dec. 14) reported results for the three months ended Oct. 31 (“fourth quarter 2022”). Consolidated net sales in the fourth quarter 2022 were $623.6 million, representing an increase of 5.7 percent compared to $589.9 million for the three months ended Oct. 31, 2021 (“fourth quarter 2021”). […]

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Design Company Turns Tesla Semi into Concept Motor Home

There are many RV designs on trucks, but having an autonomous truck that drives you anywhere you wish while doing the chores could be the future of both transport and housing, writes Can Emir at InterestingEngeineering.com Based on the specifications Tesla revealed last week and how amazing these renderings of the electric truck as a […]

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Nov/Dec Issue of ‘RV Enthusiast’ Looks at ‘Hottest’ New RVs

The November/December issue of RV Enthusiast magazine is now available. The highlight of the issue is a special section on the hottest new RVs for 2023. Also in this issue: Window Awning Renewal – Awnings aren’t impervious to the weather and after years of exposure to strong sunshine, the fabric will deteriorate — and eventually […]

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Bashor Children’s Home Launches Major Recruitment Drive

Bashor Children’s Home, Goshen, Ind, announced a major recruitment drive as it expands both internal and community-based services in 2023, according to a release. The organization, which provides services for area children who are abused, neglected and in need of help, has an immediate need to hire 25 youth care workers as well as therapists, […]

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Keystone Arcadia Recognized as One of the Industry’s Best

GOSHEN, Ind. — Keystone’s all-new Arcadia brand has struck gold twice since its debut last year. First named “RV of the Year” by RVBusiness magazine in 2021, the new Arcadia Super Lite series has been recognized as a “2023 Top RV Debut” by that same publication, according to a news release from the THOR Industries’ […]

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Protective Asset Protection Recommits to RV Learning Center

Protective Asset Protection, part of the financial services company Protective Life Corporation, has once again made its annual commitment to the Mike Molino RV Learning Center. The RV Dealers Association (RVDA) has exclusively endorsed Protective’s XtraRide service contract program since 1992, celebrating the 30th anniversary of the endorsement in 2022. “We are proud to have […]

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Ram Recalls 1.4 Million Pickups Globally over Tailgate Issue

Stellantis said Tuesday (Dec. 13) it is recalling 1.4 million pickups worldwide because tailgates might not latch properly and could open while driving, according to an Automotive News report. The automaker said the recall covers various 2019 through 2022 model year Ram 1500, 2500, and 3500 trucks. The company said it has no reports of crashes or […]

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