Forest River Bringing In John Mellencamp for Dealer Expo

ELKHART, Ind. – As a “Thank You” to theiur dealers, Forest River Inc. officials are excited to announce John Mellencamp and Brantley Gilbert as the entertainment for the 13th annual Forest River Product Expo. On Tuesday evening, Sept. 27, Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee and Grammy Award winner John Mellencamp will perform. Then, […]

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RVTravel Review: Closer Look at ’23 Alliance Paradigm 385FL

EDITOR’S NOTE: The following review was written by Tony Barthel for the Sept. 12 edition of the RVTravel newsletter. It is reprinted by permission. See the review at RVTravel.com. Today’s RV review is a renewed look at the Alliance Paradigm 385FL, a front living fifth-wheel. I got a chance to look at the 2022 version in […]

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NY Times: Keep America Camping with Treehouses, Yurts

EDITOR’S NOTE: The following is an edited excerpt of a report by Seth Berkman published Aug. 28 by The New York Times. Read the full report here. Some families plan annual summer trips in a quest to eventually visit every major-league ballpark across America. Over the past two years, Patty Lin Growden and her family […]

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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. • DRV Suites (DRV) is […]

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Business Development Specialist to Present at RVDA Con/Expo

FAIRFAX, Va. – Business development specialist Dom Zappia, a new speaker for the RVDA Convention/Expo, will host an education workshop in the digital marketing track that will teach attendees processes and strategies to consistently convert more sales when handling internet and phone leads. The RV Dealers Convention/Expo will take place Nov. 7-11 at Caesars Palace […]

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Good Sam Announces ‘Confidence Program’ for RV Valuations

LINCOLNSHIRE, Ill. – Good Sam, America’s Largest RV Community, RV Consumer Advocacy Program and RV Park Network, today (Sept. 12) announced the Good Sam Confidence Program powered by the Good Sam RV Valuator, according to a release. This program provides a near real-time fair market value of RVs to assist prospective and current RV owners […]

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REV Recreation Group Set to Debut Fleetwood Flex at Hershey

DECATUR, Ind. – The new Fleetwood RV Flex luxury coach will make its official debut at America’s Largest RV Show in Hershey, Pa., Sept. 14-18. The Class A Gas motorhome is “perfect for families and a cut above the rest because it’s packed with top-tier amenities that come standard,” according to a release. Case in point, the Flex […]

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Kelly: FRVTA’s Convention Couldn’t Have Gone Any Better

Florida RV Trade Association (FRVTA) Executive Director Dave Kelly never paused when asked this morning (Sept. 12) about how well things went with his organization’s annual state convention held this past weekend at the Sawgrass Marriott Golf Resort & Spa in Ponte Vedra Beach, Fla. That’s because things, in his view, couldn’t have gone better […]

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PRVCA Director Leach Optimistic About ’22 Hershey RV Show

By all indications – weather included – the 2022 installment of “America’s Largest RV Show” will be well attended during its run through Sunday (Sept. 18) at the Giant Center in Hershey, Pa. More than 1,500 units are expected to be on display, an increase from last year, according to Heather Leach, executive director of […]

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Lance Camper Announces Expanded Collaboration with Truma

LANCASTER, Calif – Lance Camper Mfg. Corp., a REV Group company, has announced the expansion of its agreement with key supplier Truma Corporation, Europe’s quality and volume leader in RV water and air heating and cooling, with U.S. headquarters in Elkhart, Ind. Lance was one of the first U.S. manufacturers to incorporate Truma products into […]

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EasyCare Intros TechCare Vehicle Service Contract for Dealers

NORCROSS, Ga. – EasyCare, an APCO Holdings brand, introduces TechCare, a new vehicle service contract (VSC) designed exclusively to cover the costly technology, electronic components and safety systems in vehicles. TechCare provides car buyers with a lower-cost alternative to a traditional VSC, helping dealerships boost service retention rates while saving customers thousands of dollars in repair bills. TechCare […]

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Elkhart RV Open House & RV Supplier Show Maps Available

The September/October issue of RVBusiness will be delivered to subscribers the week of Sept. 19, and it will contain a comprehensive preview of the Elkhart RV Open House and RV Supplier Show at the RV/MH Hall of Fame. Also included in the issue are two pullout maps illustrating where OEM displays are located for the […]

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‘Camper Report Show’ Dives Deep into ‘RV LIFE’ Network

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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Mayor of Elkhart, Ind., Says City is Diversifying Beyond RVs

ELKHART, Ind. – In a recent survey, The Wall Street Journal ranked Elkhart, Indiana as the number one emerging market for housing, according to a report by 93.1FM WIBC. Put simply, people want to move to Elkhart because of the many opportunities that await in the northern Indiana city, so says Mayor Rod Roberson. Elkhart […]

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AAA Report: Gas Prices Keep Easing as Autumn Approaches

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Lower oil prices, modest domestic gasoline demand, and a quiet hurricane season are combining to drive pump prices lower, according to a report by the American Autombile Assocations (AAA). The national average for a gallon of gas fell seven cents in the past week to $3.77. “According to weather analysts, it’s the […]

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RVTI Now Offering Hybrid Training Option for Level 2 Courses

The RV Technical Institute (RVTI) is the gold standard when it comes to RV technician training, providing the only industry-backed training curriculum and RV technician certification and career path, according to a News & Insights report by the RV Industry Association (RVIA). RVTI’s technician training program is a hands-on, competency-based program designed by RVTI staff […]

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Latest ‘Rootless Living’ Magazine Showcases RV Renovations

EDITOR’S NOTE: The September/October issue of Rootless Living, a consumer-facing nomadic lifestyle magazine, has just been published. Here’s what Publisher Demian Ross and Chief Editor Nikki Kirk have to say about this issue: We are calling this the Renovation Issue, and inside, you’ll find lots of inspiration to plan or begin your RV renovation. Let me start […]

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RVLock Atlas Introduces ‘Keyless Upgrade’ for Motorhomes

WELLSVILLE, Utah – RVLock, a best-selling premium handle upgrade for RVers, announced the launch of the RVLock Atlas, an innovative keyless entry solution for Class A motorists to maximize security and convenience without needing to fumble for keys. “Customers have been asking us to develop this product for years,” RVLock inventor, founder and CEO Cade […]

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Genesis Products Puts New Face on Residential Cabinet Doors

ELKHART, Ind. – Genesis Products announced that it is expanding capabilities as a one-stop source for quality residential cabinet doors, drawers and components, which debuted at the recent International Woodworking Fair (IWF) in Atlanta, Ga. Genesis is a fabricator for some of the largest cabinet manufacturers in America, offering a comprehensive range of styles and price […]

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Brian Stout Named VP/GM of Midwest Automotive Designs

BROOKFIELD, Wis. – REV Group Inc., announced in a press release the promotion of Brian Stout to vice president and general manager of Midwest Automotive Designs LLC. Stout has worked in various operational roles at Midwest Automotive Designs for the past 10 years, serving as the Director of Operations for the last three years. He […]

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