Lippert Unit Taylor Made Simplifies Boat Launching, Loading

ELKHART, Ind. — Lippert Components, Inc. (Lippert), a supplier of a broad array of highly engineered components for the leading original equipment manufacturers in the recreation and transportation product markets announced in a press release a partnership with Centerline Products LLC as a distributor for EasyGuide, a boat trailer loading system for boats and personal […]

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THOR’s Denise Chariya Named Chair-Elect of RVWA Board

The RV Women’s Alliance (RVWA) has elected a new slate of officers and added a 14th board member to its leadership, according to a release. Established in 2019 just before COVID hit, RVWA has seen a steady growth in support and membership in its brief existence. Susan Carpenter of B&B Molders is remaining the RVWA […]

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Accessories, Seminars Highlight FMCA’s 106th Convention

PERRY, Ga. – A mostly positive vibe was the takeaway from Cincinnati-based Family Motor Coach Association’s 106th Annual Convention and RV Expo, which took place Wednesday through Sunday (March 15-18) at the Georgia National Fairgrounds and Agricenter. Chris Smith, CEO of FMCA, was pleased with the turnout and the outcome of the rally. “It went […]

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RV Leadership Conference Deemed a ‘Fantastic’ Success

PHOENIX, Ariz. – While there were just over 180 attendees – nearly twice the goal – the biggest takeaway from the RV Leadership Conference, which was March 15-17 at the JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort & Spa, was the consensus that the future of the industry is in good hands. Hosted by the RVIA […]

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Brunoforte, Happe, Martin Panel Highlights RVIA Confab

PHOENIX, Ariz. – A Leadership Panel – featuring Debbie Brunoforte of Little Dealer, Little Prices, a Campers Inn company, as well as Mike Happe of Winnebago Industries Inc. and Bob Martin of THOR Industries Inc. – highlighted the first full day of the RV Industry Association (RVIA) Leadership Conference, which concludes today today (March 17) […]

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RVIA Panelists Explore How to Cultivate Emerging Leaders

PHOENIX, Ariz. – Representing a cross-section of the RV industry, members of the Emerging Leaders Coalition (ELC) offered their unique perspectives Thursday (March 16) on ways they identify, support and nurture the future leaders of their companies. The ELC panel served as the last seminar of a jam-packed day at the RV Industry Association (RVIA) […]

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RVIA Leadership Conference Gets Underway in Phoenix

PHOENIX, Ariz. – With about 180 people in attendance, the RV Industry Association Leadership Conference got underway Wednesday and runs through Friday (March 18) at the JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort & Spa. Hosted by the Emerging Leaders Coalition, a group of “next generation industry leaders” formed by the RVIA a couple of years […]

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Lippert Attends FMCA 106th Annual Convention & RV Expo

ELKHART, Ind. — Lippert Components, Inc. (Lippert), a supplier of a broad array of highly engineered components for OEMs in the recreation and transportation product markets, announced today (March 15) its attendance at FMCA’s 106th International Convention and RV Expo, from March 15-18 at Georgia National Fairgrounds and Agricenter in Perry, Ga. In an effort […]

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Joe Thompson to Retire, Jarod Lippert to Assume CMO Role

Lippert recently announced that Chief Marketing Officer Joe Thompson has retired after a sales and marketing career spanning 30 years. Jarod Lippert will assume the role of Chief Marketing Officer immediately, according to the company release. Since taking over in October of 2020, Thompson has led the Lippert Marketing Department for the past two years. […]

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NRVTA Promoting RV Lifestyle While Growing Tech Ranks

  The National RV Training Academy (NRVTA) in Athens, Texas, is looking to expand its operation with a satellite school and potential additional learning centers in the next 18 months. Terry Cooper, managing director of the school built on turning out educated RV owners, inspectors and service technicians, said it’s not so much that the […]

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RV Industry Well Represented at Indy’s Work Truck Week ’23

INDIANAPOLIS – As the show floor opened Wednesday (Feb. 8) for the National Truck Equipment Association’s “Work Truck Week,” the Indiana Convention Center was loaded with gleaming examples of the finest products the work truck industry has to offer. No strangers to the truck world, several suppliers well known in the RV sector were also […]

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McGhee: Fun Town RV’s ‘DFW RV Party’ Could Draw 75,000

Texas-based dealer Jarrod McGhee tends to think big, which explains how he’s been able to build Fun Town RV over 10 years into a 250-employee, 17-store RV retailer with outlets in Texas, Oklahoma and Illinois – with more on the way. He’s also managed to turn an annual weekend retail show, the “DFW RV Party,” […]

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RVWA Awards Recognize Achievements of Industry’s Women

Much like International Women’s Day, the RV Women’s Alliance (RVWA) is rooted in recognizing and celebrating the accomplishments of women. One of the ways the organization achieves this is through the RV Women’s Alliance Awards program. Started in 2022, the program presents awards in four categories: Trailblazer Award for Lifetime Achievement, Leader of Tomorrow Award, […]

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New RVs for ’23 – Part 4

Lead Photo: Inside the 2023 Ember RV Touring Edition TT 28MBH – for details on other Ember RV Touring Edition models, and our 4th array of new RVs for ’23, please scroll down. New RVs for 23 – Part 4 Cedar Creek Cottage 40CCK The Cedar Creek 40CCK Cottage travel trailer is a 40’ long […]

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Lippert Introduces ‘Complete & Cost-Effective’ RV Tool Kit

ELKHART, Ind. – Lippert Components, Inc. (Lippert) announces the debut of its RV tool kit. The product is the latest addition to Lippert’s wide variety of campsite accessories designed to make life easier for RV owners, according to a release. Lippert’s RV tool kit allows RV owners of all experience levels to prepare for any kind of […]

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Cummins Promotes Beaman, Lippert, Samperio to VP Roles

COLUMBUS, Ind. – Cummins Inc. (NYSE: CMI) announced that three leaders were named vice presidents, effective March 1 – Jane Beaman, Andreas Lippert and José Samperio. These appointments showcase the company’s “robust succession plans and approach to leadership advancement for continued company development and success,” according to the release. “These three leaders have roles critical […]

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RV Women’s Alliance Member Campout Set for May 5-7

The RV Women’s Alliance (RVWA) will host its first-ever Spring Campout from May 5-7 at Twin Mills Campground in Howe, Ind., according to a release. Reservations for the event begin March 1. The weekend is packed with opportunities for networking, community building and just plain good campground fun. Planned events include a taco bar with […]

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CURT Launches ActiveLink Innovative Cargo Management

EAU CLAIRE, Wisc. – CURT Manufacturing, LLC (CURT), a subsidiary of Lippert Components, Inc. (Lippert) and a leading manufacturer and marketer of custom-fit trailer hitches, has launched the industry-leading ActiveLink cargo management system, that allows for quick and easy installation of a variety of cargo management accessories onto the rear receiver hitch of vehicles. The ActiveLink system was […]

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Lippert Breaks New Ground with Exhibit at NWTF Convention

ELKHART, Ind. — Lippert Components Inc. (Lippert) announced today (Feb. 16) its breakout exhibition at the 2023 National Wild Turkey Federation (NWTF) convention Feb. 16-18, in partnership with entertainment and lifestyle brand Country Outdoors. Lippert’s participation in the NWTF Convention is a first for the company, where they plan to represent the RV, automotive and marine […]

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Lippert: Retail is Stabilizing at ‘Historically Strong Levels’

While noting 2022 marked another record year for the company – highlighted by a record of $5.2 billion in net sales – LCI Industries President, CEO & Director Jason Lippert credited the company’s diversification strategy for helping to “partially offset the impact of OEM production shutdowns” in the fourth quarter as the industry looked to […]

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