2022 RV Open House Weathers Headwinds for a Strong Show

There’s no question that many of us initially approached the 2022 Elkhart RV Open House with some trepidation because of the headwinds – and headlines – this industry and the U.S. economy have experienced lately. Throw in the surprising fall-like weather we all wound up facing this week (Sept. 26-29), with cold winds and incessant […]

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Better Weather Marks 3rd Day of 2022 Elkhart Open House

Better weather marked the third day of the 2022 Elkhart RV Open House, in which North America’s RV Dealers continued to visit with RV manufacturers and their RV displays in and around Elkhart., Ind. The trade-only event wraps up with a half-day of activities today (Sept. 29), the fourth and final day.

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Wholesale RV Values Decline As Economic Outlook Weakens

Black Book, which publishes a family of vehicle appraisal guides, has released the Black Book RV Market Commentary for October. “The average sales prices for motor homes and towables sold at wholesale auctions decreased last month, as auction volume increased to more typical levels. Various RV organizations reported that both manufacturer shipments and retail sales […]

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People Trapped, 2.5M Without Power as Ian Drenches Florida

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — Hurricane Ian carved a path of destruction across Florida, trapping people in flooded homes, cutting off the only bridge to a barrier island, damaging a hospital from above and below and knocking out power to 2.5 million people as it dumped rain over a huge area on Thursday (Sept. 29), according to an […]

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2022 RVIA Board Of Directors Election Results Announced

FAIRFAX, Va. – Voting for the 2022 RV Industry Association (RVIA) board of directors election closed on Sept. 26 and the final results are in, according to an RVIA News and Insights report. Official representatives from member companies cast their votes during the Sept. 5-26 balloting for the two open seats announced in August. From […]

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Thor Motor Coach Touts More New Floorplans at Open House

ELKHART, Ind. – Thor Motor Coach showcases its expansive line-up of motorhomes at the annual Thor Dealer Open House this week, where multiple new floor plans will be displayed. More than 500 dealers were set to attend from September 26 through today (Sept. 28). Check out some of the new floor plans: • Omni LV35 […]

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A Few OEM Newbies Display Amid Veterans at Open House

ELKHART, Ind. – Open House has mostly been about established RV manufacturers showing off the next year’s models to their regular and prospective dealers. But every once in a while, a newcomer trying to carve out a niche in the industry tries to attract a little attention and make a go of things. A couple […]

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Winnebago Industries Set to Host Investor Day on Nov. 15

EDEN PRAIRIE, Minn. – Winnebago Industries Inc. (NYSE:WGO), a leading outdoor lifestyle product manufacturer, will host its Investor Day on Nov. 15 at the Lanier Islands resort in Georgia, according to a press release from the company. Winnebago Industries President and Chief Executive Officer, Michael Happe, and other members of the Winnebago Industries leadership team […]

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Forest River a Bronze Partner for ’22 RVDA Convention/Expo

FAIRFAX, Va. – RVDA is pleased to announce that Forest River is returning as a Bronze Partner for the 2022 RV Dealers Convention/Expo. The convention/expo will take place Nov. 7-11, at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas and is sponsored by RVDA, RVDA of Canada, and the Mike Molino RV Learning Center. “Having a sponsor with […]

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Lippert to Acquire Rights to Performance Audio Technology

ELKHART, Ind. – LCI Industries (NYSE: LCII) Tuesday (Sept. 27) announced that its wholly owned subsidiary, Lippert Components Inc. (Lippert), has entered into a license agreement to acquire exclusive rights from audio technology company Resonado Inc. to the Resonado Performance Audio (Resonado) brand for the RV, marine, powersports, specialty trailer, rail and commercial bus industries. The […]

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Vixen Composite Sub Flooring is Now in All Cedar Creek RVs

Vixen Composites, an Airxcel brand, is proud to have its American-made composite slide-out subflooring featured on all floorplans by Cedar Creek RV, according to a press release. Marc Brunner, general manager, made the announcement. “We’ve long prioritized our OEM partners, working together on multiple fronts to customize our leading-edge composite panels and FRP to best […]

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KOA Report: 28M Households Expected to Camp This Sept.

Findings in the KOA Monthly Research Report – September Edition continue to project a healthy fall camping season, with 47% of camping households sharing that they plan to camp during the period. In September alone, the report projects that 28.8 million North American households will camp — over one million more households than camped this month […]

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US Manufacturers: Supply Chain, Workforce Issues to Continue

WASHINGTON D.C. –The National Association of Manufacturers (NAM) released its Manufacturers’ Outlook Survey for the third quarter of 2022, which shows mixed results around a challenging economic environment, inflation, supply chains and the workforce. NAM conducted the survey Aug. 16–30, 2022. “Three out of four manufacturers still have a positive outlook for their businesses, but […]

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Elkhart RV Open House on Tonight’s ‘RVing in New England’

“RVing in New England,” the weekly Facebook Live show hosted by the New England RV Dealers Association (NERVDA), this week co-hosts Bob Zagami and John DiPietro talk about the Elkhart RV Open House, where DiPietro is on assignment covering the industry’s largest trade event. Join the Facebook Live show, which airs at 7 p.m. EDT tonight, Wednesday […]

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MBA Insurance a Bronze Partner for RVDA Convention/Expo

The RV Dealers Association (RVDA) announced that MBA Insurance is a bronze partner for the 2022 RV Dealers Convention/Expo. MBA has been a consistent top-level supporter of the premier dealer education event for over 20 years. The convention/expo will take place Nov. 7-11, 2022, at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas. “The team at MBA knows […]

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RV Companies Show Newest Innovations at Open House

ELKHART, Ind. — At the Elkhart RV Dealer Open House dozens of RV Manufacturers are meeting with dealers and sales reps this week to explore the industry’s newest innovations, according to a report by The Goshen News. “This is our opportunity to showcase all the brand new products for the 2023 model year,” said Josh […]

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Dane Found Talks Roadtrek Resurgence on RVB Capitol Talk

In this episode of RVBusiness Capitol Talk, Roadtrek CEO Dane Found joins Sherm Goldenberg and Rick Kessler of RVBusiness and discusses his company’s resurgence and the state of the RV industry, among other topics. RVBusiness Capitol Talk is sponsored by Dicor Products, an Airxcel brand.

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Florida RV Parks Out of Hurricane’s Path Taking in Evacuees

Forecasters believe Hurricane Ian will be a major hurricane when it makes landfall somewhere between Tampa and Ft. Myers, according to mypanhandle.com. Many of those residents have decided not to stick around and some will wind up in the Panhandle. Phones at Florida Caverns RV Resort are ringing off the hook. Florida Caverns RV Resort has […]

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Florida Bracing for ‘Ian’ Impact, Now Category Four Hurricane

Hurricane Ian approached Category 5 status with sustained winds of 155 mph as it barreled toward Florida’s southwest coast this morning (Sept. 28) expected to trudge its way up toward Orlando tonight, according to the Orlando Sentinel. At 9 a.m., the National Hurricane Center said the center of Ian was located about 60 miles west […]

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Harbinger’s New EV Motorhome Chassis Touts 300-Mile Range

While the RV Industry is preoccupied with the annual Elkhart RV Open House this week, one of the most potentially game-changing new products for motorized RVs was unveiled last week at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit. RVBusiness was there to see firsthand the Harbinger EV chassis. Certainly, EVs have been grabbing a […]

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