RVTravel Review: A Closer Look at the Dynamax Isata 5 30FW

EDITOR’S NOTE: The following review was written by Tony Barthel for the Aug. 29 edition of the RVTravel newsletter. It is reprinted by permission. See the review at RVTravel.com. Today’s RV review is of the Dynamax Isata 5 30FW. This is a “Super C” RV based on the Ram 5500 four-wheel-drive chassis. Well, really, it’s a […]

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Thetford Europe Celebrating 50th; Intros New Products

EDITOR’S NOTE: In addition to introducing several new and updated products at a press conference (see video above) at the 2022 Caravan Salon in Dusseldorf, officials with Thetford Corp. announced the company was celebrating its 50th anniversary of its European operations this year. It all started in the United States in the early 1960’s, when […]

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Caravan Salon Draws 70,000 on its Opening Weekend

DUSSELDORF, Germany – The 2022 Caravan Salon started its 10-day trade fair run in Düsseldorf with more than 70,000 visitors having walked through the gates from Friday through Sunday (Aug. 26-28.) “The first three days were characterized by the great enthusiasm of caravanning fans for the comprehensive range of products in the 16 exhibition halls. Many people are using this year’s Caravan to get an insight into mobile holidays for the first time,” said Project Director Stefan Koschke. Running through Sunday, Sept. 4, visitors can obtain information and place orders with the 736 exhibitors about the wide range of caravans, motorhomes, campervans, tents and outdoor equipment as well as popular holiday destinations and exotic destinations.

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Isuzu D-MAX Fuel Test: Unhitched!

Fuel. Like it or not, it’s one of the biggest expenses faced by any RVer, if not the biggest expense. It’s no secret, either, that the cost at the bowser has increased dramatically in recent months. Never did I think I’d be paying in the […]

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The DCX Revolution!

There’s a revolution underway in Australia in terms of how we power the appliances in our RVs. At the heart of this revolution is the DCX battery system, designed and engineered in Australia by OzXCorp, headed by technology founder Andrew Huett. Having been in research […]

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RVers Share Their Best Tips From Firsthand Experience

Seasoned RVers share stories from their own firsthand experience as new RVers. There are some lessons to be learned here!

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How To Prevent Catalytic Converter Theft

Catalytic converter theft has been on the rise in recent years. Here is how to prevent catalytic converter theft from happening to you.

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Washington to Follow California in Phasing Out Gas Vehicles

SEATTLE (AP) — Washington Gov. Jay Inslee said his state will follow California and prohibit the sale of new gas-powered vehicles by 2035, according to the Associated Press. The specific regulations for Washington state are yet to be created and the public will have the chance to weigh in, The Seattle Times reported. “This is […]

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‘Together Outdoors’ DEQ Initiative Reflects on 1st Anniversary

Together Outdoors (TO) is marking its first year by launching several new tools (included below) for people around the country who are supporting TO’s mission to build a more inclusive outdoors, but first TO’s Coalition Lead, Gerry Seavo James reflects on what has been an inspiring, thrilling, and challenging beginning: “Together Outdoors is a coalition […]

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Upcoming RV Technical Institute Classes for September

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. RVTI’s technician training program is a hands-on, competency-based program designed by RVTI staff and […]

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AP: Inflation Eases as Consumer Prices Rise 6.3% in July

WASHINGTON — Inflation eased last month as energy prices tumbled, raising hopes that a surge in prices increases may have peaked, according to an Associated Press report. According to Commerce Department report Friday that is closely watched by the Federal Reserve, consumer prices rose 6.3% in July from a year earlier after posting an annual […]

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CRVA Sees Increase in Wholesale RV Shipments to Canada

The Canadian Recreational Vehicle Association (CRVA) reports that RV wholesale shipments into Canada for the 2nd Quarter ending June 30 totaled 20,436 units compared to 16,250 in 2021, representing an increase of 25.8% year-over-year. According to Statistical Surveys, RVDA of Canada reported that Retail Activity during the 2nd Quarter totaled 18,869 units and when compared […]

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S&H Metal Products Celebrates 50 Years in the RV Industry

S&H Metal Products Inc., of Topeka, Ind. commemorated its 50th year in business with an Open House, Aug. 18-26, for its customers, suppliers and media at its state-of-the-art 85,000-square-foot metal fabricating and powder coating facility at 2295 W. Lake Street in Topeka. The company broke ground for the new facility in October of 2020 and […]

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RV Tech Institute Meets with Forest River Owners Group

Last week, the RV Technical Institute (RVTI) attended a Forest River Owner’s Group rally at the Elkhart County Fair Grounds, according to a News & Insights report by the RV Industry Association (RVIA). The rally had around 800 attendees from the Owner’s Group, along with suppliers, Forest River employees, and local support groups. Even some […]

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RVTravel Review: A Closer Look at the Pleasure-Way REKON

EDITOR’S NOTE: The following review was written by Tony Barthel for the Aug. 26 edition of the RVTravel newsletter. It is reprinted by permission. See the review at RVTravel.com. Today’s RV review is of the Pleasure-Way REKON 4X4 Class B motorhome. For whatever reason, I like all of these van build videos and have watched more […]

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Spader to Host Con/Expo Seminar on Post-COVID Business

RV business instructor and 20 Group facilitator John Spader will offer a workshop as part of the dealer/GM track during the 2022 RV Dealers Convention/Expo, according to a release. The convention/expo will take place Nov. 7-11, at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas. “Reset and Renew: are you ready for a return to reality?” examines the […]

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Digital Edition of Caravan Salon Preview Now Available Online

The digital edition of the next issue (no. 36) of Aboutcamp BtoB, featuring a 40+ page preview of this year’s Caravan Salon Düsseldorf, which runs Aug. 27 to Sept. 4, is now available online. Printed copies of this issue have already arrived with subscribers in the RV industry around the world. This special Düsseldorf preview […]

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RVTI Certification Program for Women Looking at Expansion

ELKHART, Ind. – A pilot program in Elkhart, Ind., designed to bring more women into the recreational vehicle industry has proven successful, and plans are already in place for growth, according to a report by Inside INdiana Business. The RV Women’s Alliance (RVWA), based in the St. Joseph County town of Osceola, partnered with the […]

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Tickets on Sale for Annual ‘Running with Spoons’ Fundraiser

Tickets are now on sale for the seventh Annual Running with Spoons cooking competition fundraiser benefitting Bashor Children’s Home in Goshen, Ind., according to a release. The event is generously sponsored by Nuway Construction, Scott And Kim Welch and The Welch Packaging Group, Don and Theresa Gunden, Obeco, Patrick Industries and Genesis Products. Thirteen teams […]

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WAY Interglobal Sets Ribbon Cutting for New Elkhart Facility

ELKHART, Ind. – WAY Interglobal today (Aug. 26) announced in an email notice to RV industry partners an upcoming ribbon cutting ceremony for its new 800,000-square-foot facility in Elkhart County – the RV Capital of the World. “Save the date of October 5th for this exciting event as we’ll have featured speakers, food and drinks, […]

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