Pump Prices are Stuck in Neutral for Now, According to AAA

WASHINGTON, D.C. —Spring has sprung with gas demand surging last week as motorists took advantage of better driving weather. But fears of a recession caused global oil prices to hover near $70 a barrel, mitigating a rise in gas prices. The national average for a gallon of regular gasoline drifted lower since last week by […]

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Gas Prices Hold Steady Despite Ongoing Economic Turbulence

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Despite the sour economic news roiling the stock and oil markets, the national average for a gallon of regular gasoline had a calm week, remaining at $3.46. Meanwhile, the global oil price plunged into the low to mid $60 per barrel, a level not seen since August 2021, according to a report […]

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Survey Shows Park Owners Expect Higher Occupancy in ‘23

Campground operators anticipate even higher occupancy levels in 2023 than last year, according to recent surveys by the Texas Association of Campground Owners (TACO), Florida and Alabama RV Park and Campground Association and the Campground Owners of New York (CONY). “We’re encouraged by the consistent feedback we received from independently owned and operated campgrounds in […]

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Blue Compass RV Ranks in Top 100 on ‘Inc.’ Magazine List

Blue Compass RV Ranks in Top 100 on Inc. Magazine’s List of the Southeast Region’s Fastest-Growing Private Companies Companies on the 2023 Inc. 5000 Regionals: Southeast list had an average growth rate of 673 percent. FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. – Inc. magazine today (March 3) revealed that Blue Compass RV is No. 99 on its third annual […]

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Bankston Motor Homes Wins Award for Holiday Commercial

HUNTSVILLE, Ala. – Bankston Motor Homes Inc. has again been recognized for its outstanding TV commercials by the Davey Awards, according to a press release. The RV dealer has won a Silver Davey Award for its prior commercials titled,“We’re here for You”, and “Making Memories” in the Low Budget Commercial category. This newest award is […]

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AAA: Gasoline Prices Creep Higher, But For How Long?

WASHINGTON, D.C. (January 30, 2023)—The recent run of daily one- to four-cent price increases slowed heading into the weekend, with prices now dipping slightly to start the week. However, increased demand and higher global oil prices pushed the national average for a gallon of gas up eight cents since last week to $3.50. “January’s weather […]

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On the Road – Exploring Black History Month

Lead Photo Credit – The National Center for Civil and Human Rights This special travel feature has been provided to RV Lifestyle Magazine readers by our friends at REV RV Group. EXPLORE BLACK HISTORY MONTH ON THE ROAD Curated by the Holiday Rambler® Brand By Monica Baer A MY ‘22 Vacationer from Holiday Rambler featuring […]

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Magma Brings Crossover Outdoor Grill System to Retailers

LAKEWOOD, Calif. – Magma Products, a leading brand of high-quality RV, outdoor and marine grills and accessories, brings the company’s latest premium outdoor grill system, the Crossover Series, to retail partners coast to coast. Magma sales specialist, Shawn Walters, kicked off the Magma Mania RV Road Show in Florida ahead of the nationally renowned Florida […]

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NMMA: Momentum in Marine Sector Heading into 2023

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The start of a new year brings the beginning of boat show season for the $170 billion U.S. recreational boating industry and the National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA), which represents 85% of the country’s recreational boat, marine engine and accessory manufacturers, according to an NMMA release. The recreational boating industry is preparing […]

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RVshare’s Campground Partnership Program Off to Good Start

RVshare, an online community connecting RV renters and owners, reports a very successful kickstart to its Campground Partnership Program that launched in March of 2022. This program has already resulted in 200 campground partners being added since its launch. “We offer delivery for our RV rentals and we were seeing an increase in that business,” […]

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Park Expansions, New Builds Adding Thousands of Sites

From 2022 to 2024 more than 11,000 new sites for towable and motorized RVs are expected to be built across the country as the campground industry continues to increase in size and scope with both new and expanding parks. At least 31 new parks are being built in a variety of vacation destinations, from outside […]

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Old Man Winter Causes Temporary Price Spike at Pumps

WASHINGTON, D.C. — The late December winter storm and its frigid temperatures caused gas prices to spike, with refineries as far south as Texas and the Gulf Coast forced to shut down temporarily. The storm also caused holiday travelers to fuel up and hit the road early to beat the bad weather, leading to a […]

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RV/MH Hall of Fame Announces Inductees for Class of 2023

ELKHART, Ind., – The board of directors of the RV/MH Heritage Foundation has announced the names of those who will be inducted into the RV/MH Hall of Fame (Hall) as members of the Class of 2023. The Class of 2023 will be officially inducted into the RV/MH Hall of Fame at the Annual Induction Dinner, […]

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Engineered Foam Packaging Acquires NatureKool in N.C.

ELKHART, Ind. – Engineered Foam Packaging (EFP), a leader in the design and manufacturing of custom protective packaging and cold chain solutions, announced the acquisition of the North Carolina based company, NatureKool, Incorporated, the world’s first natural fiber insulated shipper, according to a release. This acquisition represents the next building block in EFP’s efforts to […]

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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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Nat. ARVC Task Force Member Defends Voluntary Standards

EDITOR’S NOTE: Last month, the National Association of RV Parks and Campgrounds (National ARVC) released a draft of proposed “standards” for the Outdoor Hospitality industry. The standards, while voluntary, has sparked some backlash, including several press releases from various state campground owners associations – including Pennsylvania, Texas, Florida, Alabama and New York – announcing their opposition […]

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