ARVC Releases Schedule, Speakers for its 2022 Conference

The National Association of RV Parks and Campgrounds (ARVC) has announced the schedule for its Outdoor Hospitality Conference & Expo (OHCE) 2022. The lineup includes experts and leaders from the industry and beyond and features keynotes, breakout sessions, panels and master classes designed to inspire the current and next generation of outdoor hospitality business owners, […]

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Brown & Brown Acquires VistaNational, Smithwick & Mariners

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla., – J. Scott Penny, chief acquisitions officer of Brown & Brown Inc. (NYSE:BRO), and Kahlil Hogan, Thomas Mathew, Richard Mathews, William Novak, David N. Schwimmer and Brian Walsh, the shareholders of VistaNational Insurance Group, today (Sept. 12) announced that Brown & Brown of Illinois Inc., a subsidiary of Brown & Brown Inc., […]

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Economist To Headline RVWA Breakfast at Open House

ELKHART, Ind. – The RV Women’s Alliance will be hosting its second Open House Breakfast on Tuesday, Sept. 27 from 7:15 to 8:45 a,m, in Elkhart, Ind., according to a press release from the organization. Headlining the event is Economic Analyst Lauren Stockli who will discuss current economic conditions and what they mean for the […]

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Lippert Rail to Exhibit at InnoTrans in Berlin, Sept. 20-23

ELKHART, Ind. — Lippert Components Inc. together with its affiliates, 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 Sept. 12 that Lippert will attend InnoTrans, the world’s leading trade fair for transport technology in Berlin from September 20-23, […]

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Hershey Show Gathering Momentum with Industry Day

HERSHEY, Pa. – By the end of this week, the Pennsylvania Recreation Vehicle and Camping Association’s (PRVCA) annual Hershey Show – billed as “America’s Largest RV Show” – will be 100% focused on the consumer. And barring any rough weather, manufacturers, suppliers and dealers should get a good preview of how the selling season might […]

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Winnebago’s New Limited-Edition RVs on Display at Hershey

FOREST CITY, Iowa, Sept. 13, 2022 – Winnebago, the flagship brand of outdoor lifestyle product manufacturer Winnebago Industries, Inc., is showcasing its latest product lineup at America ’s Largest RV Show in Hershey, Pa., Sept. 14-18. Among the nearly 100 Winnebago models on display are the new limited-edition National Park Foundation Series, 30th Anniversary Adventurer […]

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Airstream Launches ProMaster-Based Rangeline Class B

JACKSON CENTER, Ohio – Airstream, Inc., maker of the iconic “silver bullet” fleet of Airstream travel trailers and best-in-class touring coaches, today (Sept. 13) announced the introduction of the all-new Rangeline Touring Coach — the latest addition to the brand’s lineup of Class B motorhomes. Whether heading out on a long road trip or simply going across […]

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Leisure Travel Vans Unveils Next-Gen Murphy Bed Models

WINKLER, Man. – Leisure Travel Vans today (Sept. 13) in a press release unveiled the all-new Murphy Bed Lounge, soon to be available on both the Unity and Wonder product lines. Building on the success of the company’s flagship Unity Murphy Bed model, the new Murphy Bed Lounge offers a host of new features, refinements […]

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RVDA Says Proposed FTC Rule Would Frustrate Consumers

FAIRFAX, Va. – The national RV Dealers Association (RVDA) has filed comments highly critical of the Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC) proposed Motor Vehicle Trade Regulation Rule, according to a press release from the organization. In formal comments filed on Sept. 12, RVDA noted that if adopted as proposed, the rule would increase sales transaction times […]

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Roadpass Offers Trip Guide for RVers During Hershey Show

CHICAGO, Ill. – Hershey RV Show attendees can visit the Roadpass booth for a chance to win prizes and for exclusive discounts on its popular membership for campers and RVers, according to a release from Roadpass. Roadpass Digital, the company empowering roadtrippers, campers and RVers to hit the open road, will be helping RV shoppers […]

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Shyft Group Gets Pre-Order All-Electric Delivery Walk-In Vans

NOVI, Mich. – Blue Arc EV Solutions, a new go-to-market brand of The Shyft Group (NASDAQ: SHYF), made its debut in March with the industry-first commercial grade purpose-built EV chassis – a fully reimagined from the ground up all-electric Class 3 delivery walk-in van; and a fully portable, remote-controlled charging station, the Power Cube. Today, […]

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Patrick Industries Increases its Support for Care Camps

ELKHART, Ind. – Improving the quality of life for kids facing cancer and their families is at the heart of a new major gift of support to Care Camps from the Patrick Industries team, according to a news release from the company. One of the largest manufacturers and distributors of RV, marine, manufactured housing and […]

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Leisure Travel Vans – Next-Generation Murphy Bed Lounge Models

Lead Photo: 2023 Leisure Travel Vans Unity MBL on the Mercedes chassis Leisure Travel Vans Unveils Next-Generation Murphy Bed Lounge Models A Special Report from Mike Elias, Leisure Travel Vans Winkler, Manitoba, September 13, 2022 – Leisure Travel Vans today unveiled the all-new Murphy Bed Lounge, soon to be available on both the Unity and […]

Snowbird RV Show returns to Abbottsford BC Sept 29 – Oct 2

Snowbird RV Show & Sale Returns to Tradex ABBOTSFORD, B.C. September 13, 2022 – After a two-year hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the 2022 Snowbird RV Show returns to TRADEX in Abbotsford, BC, September 29 – October 2, 2022. The Snowbird RV Show is British Columbia’s only fall recreational vehicle event, with over 30 […]

Winnebago – In the Spotlight at Hershey RV Show 2022

Lead Photo: Winnebago NPF Solis Winnebago’s New Limited-Edition RVs Among Latest Products on Display at America’s Largest RV Show Special Report from Kelli Harms, Winnebago FOREST CITY, Iowa, Sept. 13, 2022 – Winnebago, the flagship brand of outdoor lifestyle product manufacturer Winnebago Industries, Inc., is showcasing its latest product lineup at America ’s Largest RV […]

Defining GVWR, GCWR, and Other RV Weight Ratings

When listing the specs and features of an RV, manufacturers often use an array of confusing terms and acronyms. This is especially true when defining the weight of a motorhome or travel trailer and how it relates to towing. For first-time RV owners, these acronyms can be especially confusing, but they do play an important…

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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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