Auto Dealers’ Service Business is Strong; Challenges Linger

If Brian Godfrey could wave a magic wand, Pat Milliken Ford would have four more service technicians on the payroll, according to an Automotive News report. The suburban Detroit dealership could keep that many additional technicians busy, said Godfrey, its president. Service sales, including parts for service operations, are increasing — up 15 percent year […]

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Average Prices for New Vehicles Fall for 1st Time in 5 Months

ATLANTA, – The average price paid for a new vehicle in the United States in September 2022 was down from August’s record but remains solidly above the $48,000 mark, according to new data released today (Oct. 12) by Kelley Blue Book, a Cox Automotive company. The Kelley Blue Book new-vehicle average transaction price (ATP) decreased […]

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‘Together Outdoors’ Launches Resource Hub, Awards Grants

Together Outdoors, a coalition of more than 100 outdoor recreation organizations committed to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in the outdoors, has debuted its new Resource Hub, according to a News & Insights report by the RV Industry Association (RVIA). This powerful online tool is home to curated resources dedicated to helping people understand […]

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Winnebago Debuts Consumer-Friendly Online Shopping Tools

FOREST CITY, Iowa – Winnebago, the flagship brand of outdoor lifestyle product manufacturer Winnebago Industries Inc., debuted enhanced online shopping tools that help consumers shop for an RV more effectively and efficiently, according to a release. The company developed these tools as part of its continuous effort to improve the online shopping experience. With these […]

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Travel Lite Revamps Truck Camper Lineup with New Brands

EDITOR’S NOTE: The following excerpt is from an article by Truck Camper Adventure. As your trusted truck camper industry news source, Truck Camper Adventure reached out to Indiana-based Travel Lite RV (TLRV). We’re glad we did. In a Truck Camper Adventure exclusive, Travel Lite has just revealed that its overhauling its truck camper lineup, which […]

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Outdoorsy Exceeds $2B in Transactions; Goldman Lauds CEO

AUSTIN, Texas – Outdoorsy, one of the leading experiential outdoor travel companies, announced today (Oct. 13) that it has exceeded $2 billion in total transactions. This milestone comes following the company’s best year on record and the continued growth of its innovative digital insurance brand “Roamly” that enables its peer-to-peer marketplace. The company celebrated its […]

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RVIA’s Imprint with Standards Compliance in the RV Industry

This week marks the celebration of World Standards Week 2022, an opportunity to raise awareness about the importance of technical standards and conformity assessment systems. During the week, the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) brings stakeholders together for topical discussions on standardization, conformity assessment, and workforce development priorities, according to a News & Insights report by […]

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RVIA Inspectors Maintain RV Industry’s Self-Regulation

The RV Industry Association’s (RVIA) standards inspection program is one of the organization’s signature industry initiatives and its greatest member benefit, according to an RVIA News & Insights report. The standards department maintains a professional team of full-time inspectors that promote the enhancement of safety by monitoring adherence to the standards adopted by the Board […]

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RVTI Working With School Counselors to Recruit RV Techs

As the RV industry continues to grow, the demand for RV technicians has also markedly increased. To keep up with industry growth, the RV Technical Institute is constantly looking for ways to recruit and train the next generation of RV technicians, according to a News & Insights report by the RV Industry Association (RVIA). One ways […]

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IDS Report Reveals How Technology is Shaping Dealerships

WAKE FOREST, N.C. – Integrated Dealer Systems (IDS), a leading provider of complete software solutions for marine, RV and trailer dealerships, has released their highly anticipated 2023 RV Industry Trends Report. This comprehensive report shares data insights, opinions from industry experts, and best practices from RV dealers across North America. Last year’s edition of the […]

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Many Parks Impacted by Hurricane Open, Cleanup Ongoing

EDITOR’S NOTE: Woodall’s Campground Magazine (WCM), a sister publication of RVBusiness, received this update from Bobby Cornwell, CEO and president of the Florida RV Park and Campground Association, late Friday (Oct. 7) on how parks are recovering from Hurricane Ian. Nine days after Hurricane Ian I’m happy to report that many of the RV parks […]

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Lippert Introduces Anti-Lock Braking System Designed for Trailers

Towing a travel trailer or fifth wheel is about to get much safer, thanks to Lippert Components. The RV parts manufacturer has announced an innovative new anti-lock braking system (ABS) that promises to improve safety and stability on the road. It does that by seamlessly integrating with the electric brakes in Lippert’s own Spring Axle…

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Go RVing Update: Mike Caudill Generates Open House Buzz

RV enthusiast and automotive expert Mike Caudill, a Go RVing brand ambassador, generated lots of publicity for new RVs on display during Elkhart Open House Week, according to Courtney Bias, Go RVing director of strategic marketing. “It was great way to bring attention to Elkhart to showcase the breadth of the RV Industry and to […]

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New RVs for ’23 – Part 2

Lead photo: 2023 Venture RV Sonic travel trailer scroll down for details… New RVs for ’23 – Part 2 We had the opportunity to tour some of the most interesting new RV models for 2023 – here is a selection of units that embody the state-of-the-art in RV design and technology… Alliance RV / Paradigm […]

Airstream’s Electric Trailer Concept Nabs Prestigious Red Dot Design Award

The Airstream’s electric eStream travel trailer has been making waves in the RV industry since it was first unveiled back in January. The sleek-looking towable has garnered plenty of publicity for its forward-thinking features and eco-friendly approach to camping. But now, it has drawn attention from beyond the traditional RV space, earning Airstream a prestigious…

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Go RVing to Present ‘Path to Purchase’ Study at RVDA Confab

Go RVing continues to be a marketing and consumer awareness thought leader, introducing millions of Americans to the freedom of RV travel and building a desire and passion of the adventures that await, according to a News & Insights report by the RV Industry Association (RVIA). As part of this mission, the Go RVing team […]

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State Lauds Elevation Park Model Co. for Entrepreneurship

ELKHART — State Rep. Joanna King, R-Middlebury, recently presented local entrepreneurs Brent Kattau and Joel Lederman of Elevation Park Model Company a Heart of a Hoosier Award honoring their dedication to service, according to a press release published in the Goshen News. King presented the award to Kattau and Lederman “to recognize their outstanding kindness, […]

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Claiming Abandoned Buildings

The UK has, according to statistics, more than 600,000 abandoned buildings. As many as 445,000 of these are residential dwellings. With financial and housing crises occurring all the time, it makes you wonder why people aren’t simply claiming these abandoned homes as their own. The problem is that a lot of seemingly abandoned properties do actually have …

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Ford Slips in September, GM Surges in Q3 in Performance Reports

According to an Automotive News report, U.S. sales at Toyota Motor Corp., Hyundai, Kia and Subaru rose in September as the auto industry’s inventory woes continue to ease, though growing economic challenges threaten what is supposed to be a more robust second-half rebound as the industry enters the fourth quarter. Sales fell 8.9% at Ford Motor Co., even […]

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RVIA: RV Dispute Resolution Program Leads to Better Outcomes

FAIRFAX, Va. – In 2020, the RV Industry Association collaborated with DeMars & Associates, Ltd. to develop an entirely voluntary and confidential mediation process, available at no cost to eligible consumers with warranty disputes who have purchased new RVs from participating manufacturers, according to a News and Insights article published by the RV Industry Association […]

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