Registration Opens for Hall of Fame’s 2023 RV Supplier Show

Following an extremely successful hosting of the 2022 Hall of Fame RV Suppliers Show, held in conjunction with the Elkhart RV Open House the last week in September, RV/MH Hall of Fame officials are “very excited for what 2023 will bring,” according to a release. Registrations for exhibit space at the Third Annual Hall of […]

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Blue Compass RV Announces Acquisition of Coach-Net

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. – Blue Compass RV today (Feb. 9) announced its acquisition of Coach-Net. Since 1987, Coach-Net has been providing peace of mind to members and supporting them with benefits that help them enjoy the RV lifestyle to the fullest, according to a release. Coach-Net is a premier provider of roadside and technical assistance […]

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Patrick Industries Reports $4.9 Billion in Net Sales for 2022

Fourth Quarter 2022 Highlights (compared to Fourth Quarter 2021 unless otherwise noted) Net sales of $952 million decreased 17%, with increased marine and manufactured housing revenue partially offsetting a 47% wholesale unit shipment decline in the RV end market Gross margin of 21.1% increased 130 basis points Operating income of $68 million decreased 29% Operating margin […]

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Roadmaster Debuts Universal Lighting Solution for Towed Vehicles

Earlier this week, Roadmaster, Inc. took the wraps off its latest product, and as usual, the company is looking to make towing safer and easier. The newly announced Auxiliary Lighting Kit is built for use with any towed vehicle, including those where traditional wiring diodes simply won’t work. Best of all, insulation is a straightforward…

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SSI: 2022 Retail Sales Totaled 447,718 Units, Down 21.55%

There were 447,718 retail registrations in 2022, according to Statistical Surveys Inc., the Grand Rapids, Mich.-based firm that tracks retail sales and consumer demographic for the RV industry. That figure is down 21.55% from the 570,771 in 2021 – the best year in recorded history. 2022’s total ranks as the 6th highest total, yet the […]

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Applications Sought for Tim DeWitt HARVEST Scholarship

The Tim DeWitt HARVEST Education Foundation is accepting scholarship applications for the 2023-2024 academic year, according to a release by the Michigan Association of Recreation Vehicles and Campgrounds (MARVAC). To be considered for the scholarship, applications are due by April 14. HARVEST establishes educational programs and opportunities for students who wish to make a career […]

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Lithium Battery Maker Expion360 Announces Personnel Moves

REDMOND, Ore. – Expion360, Inc. (NASDAQ: XPON), an industry leader in lithium-ion battery power storage solutions, has completed a series of internal management and board changes designed to position the company for growth opportunities in the new year, according to a press release. Brian Schaffner has been appointed Chief Executive Officer, succeeding company Co-Founder John […]

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New Steering Stabilizers now Available from Roadmaster

VANCOUVER, Wash. – Reflex Steering Stabilizers, long known for their ease of installation and reliability, are now available at Roadmaster, Inc. after a long absence from the market due to global supply chain issues, according to a press release from the company. “A tried-and-true favorite of the RVing industry, Reflex provides a safety upgrade for […]

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Lippert Launches Sales Commitment to Benefit Care Camps

BILLINGS, Mont. – Lippert, one of the leading outdoor industry suppliers, has announced the launch of a year-long commitment to donate 1.5% of consumer e-commerce sales to support Care Camps. Producing innovative products and committed to social initiatives, Lippert is continuously inspired to create transformative social change. To that effort, the company has supported Care […]

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‘Dyrt’ Lists Reservation Opening Dates for NPS, State Parks

PORTLAND, Ore. –The Dyrt, a leading app for camping information and booking, has released its 2023 Camping Reservation Opening Dates Guide, which lets campers know exactly when reservations open at every state and national park in the United States. The guide is a free bonus feature for The Dyrt PRO members, according to a release. “Because […]

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First Brands Completes Acquisition of Horizon Global Corp.

PLYMOUTH, Mich. –  First Brands Group, LLC (“First Brands”) and Horizon Global Corporation (“Horizon Global”) today (Feb. 8) announced in a press release that all conditions of the offer were satisfied and First Brands completed its acquisition of all issued and outstanding equity securities of Horizon Global for the offer price. As a result of […]

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Marathon Produces 1st Luxury RV on New Prevost H3-45

COBURG, Ore. – Marathon Coach, the world’s largest bus converter, is proud to be the first motorcoach company to present a luxury RV on the newly redesigned Prevost H3-45 bus chassis, according to a press release from the company. “Marathon’s beautiful and innovative double-slide coach #1375 is a greatly anticipated main feature of the renowned […]

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Lippert Promotes Mark Woloszyk to Chief Technology Officer

ELKHART, Ind. — Effective Jan. 1 Mark Woloszyk was promoted to Lippert’s Chief Technology Officer. In this role, Mark will lead Lippert’s Global Product Technology and Innovation initiatives and will report to Jamie Schnur, President of Aftermarket & Technology. Mark succeeds Rob Ford, who retired at the end of 2022. Jamie Schnur stated, “I would […]

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Kentucky-Based Skaggs RV Outlet Acquires Valley RV Sales

Skaggs RV Outlet LLC in Elizabethtown, Ken., has recently acquired Valley RV Sales in Corbin Ken., which is about 140 miles to the southeast, according to a release. Skaggs RV Outlet is a 40-year-old company in central Kentucky that is owned by NeVelle Skaggs and managed by his daughter, Alexis Skaggs. NeVelle Skaggs has been […]

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DLP Capital Acquires $33M High-End RV Resort in Ocala, Fla.

St. AUGUSTINE, Fla. – DLP Capital, a private real estate investment and financial services firm, announced that it has acquired Ocala North RV Resort for a purchase price of $33 million. The Ocala North RV Resort, spanning 73 acres in the heart of central Florida’s horse country, consists of 385 sites for RVs and cottages, […]

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