Ram Recalls 1.4 Million Pickups Globally over Tailgate Issue

Stellantis said Tuesday (Dec. 13) it is recalling 1.4 million pickups worldwide because tailgates might not latch properly and could open while driving, according to an Automotive News report. The automaker said the recall covers various 2019 through 2022 model year Ram 1500, 2500, and 3500 trucks. The company said it has no reports of crashes or […]

The post Ram Recalls 1.4 Million Pickups Globally over Tailgate Issue appeared first on RVBusiness – Breaking RV Industry News.

AAA: Gas Prices Keep Falling as the Holidays Approach

The national average pump price plunged 14 cents since last week to $3.26, six cents less than a year ago, according to AAA. There are now approximately 34 states with averages lower than last year. “The seasonal pattern of less driving due to shorter days and crummy weather, combined with a lower oil cost, is […]

The post AAA: Gas Prices Keep Falling as the Holidays Approach appeared first on RVBusiness – Breaking RV Industry News.

US Inflation Slowed Sharply to 7.1% Over Past 12 Months

WASHINGTON — Inflation in the United States slowed again last month in the latest sign that price increases are cooling despite the pressures they continue to inflict on American households, according to an Associated Press release. Consumer prices rose 7.1% in November from a year ago, the government said Tuesday. That was down sharply from 7.7% […]

The post US Inflation Slowed Sharply to 7.1% Over Past 12 Months appeared first on RVBusiness – Breaking RV Industry News.

Campers Inn RV’s ‘Gala’ Raises $400,000 for Care Camps

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Campers Inn RV, the nation’s largest family owned and operated RV dealership, raised more than $400,000 during its recent Glitter & Gold Gala, according to a release. This donation will give more than 200 children the chance to attend special oncology summer camps through Care Camps, a national nonprofit that provides kids […]

The post Campers Inn RV’s ‘Gala’ Raises $400,000 for Care Camps appeared first on RVBusiness – Breaking RV Industry News.

2023 Thor Motor Coach ‘Twist’ Squeezes a Lot into B-Van

The 2023 Twist by Thor Motor Coach is built on a RAM ProMaster 3500 XT chassis, according to a report by AutoEvolution. Under the hood, it features a 3.6-liter V6 engine, which is capable of delivering 276 hp and 250 lb-ft (339 Nm) of torque. This Class B RV is available in three functional floor plans […]

The post 2023 Thor Motor Coach ‘Twist’ Squeezes a Lot into B-Van appeared first on RVBusiness – Breaking RV Industry News.

RVIA Leadership Conference Speaker to Hit on ‘Idea Factory’

Kyle Scheele believes in crazy ideas and thinks you should too. He’ll take that message to the RV industry during the 2023 Leadership Conference, taking place March 15-18, 2023, in Phoenix, Arizona. The conference will bring together top-level management as well as next generation leaders from RV industry manufacturers, suppliers, dealers, and campgrounds. If there’s one […]

The post RVIA Leadership Conference Speaker to Hit on ‘Idea Factory’ appeared first on RVBusiness – Breaking RV Industry News.

Airstream Touring Coach Rangeline Earns Green Certification

JACKSON CENTER, Ohio – Airstream’s newest product line – Rangeline – just became “Certified Green” by TRA Certification, according to a press release from TRA. Airstream will begin labeling its RVs with TRA’s green label and have earned the Emerald Off-grid level of certification. “This is a new Airstream touring coach that I’m proud to […]

The post Airstream Touring Coach Rangeline Earns Green Certification appeared first on RVBusiness – Breaking RV Industry News.

The Best Camping Blankets for Use In and Out of the RV

Whether you’re lounging around inside your RV or hanging out with friends and family by the campfire, a camping blanket can be a complete game-changer. Designed to keep us warm and comfortable when the temperature drops, these cozy comforters are built to survive in the outdoors. They are so versatile, in fact, that they are…

The post The Best Camping Blankets for Use In and Out of the RV appeared first on RV.com.

The Best RV Skirts for Winter

More and more people are discovering the joys of camping during the winter. Sure, the temperatures are colder, and the snow can sometimes make things challenging, but campsites are often empty, and the landscapes are always beautiful. However, cold temperatures can play havoc with an RV, pulling heat from the interior and potentially freezing vital…

The post The Best RV Skirts for Winter appeared first on RV.com.

AAA Expects Nearly 113M Americans Will Travel to End 2022

WASHINGTON, DC – ’Tis the season to travel, and AAA estimates 112.7 million people will journey 50 miles or more away from home from Dec. 23 to Jan. 2. That’s an increase of 3.6 million people over last year and closing in on pre-pandemic numbers. 2022 is expected to be the third busiest year for […]

The post AAA Expects Nearly 113M Americans Will Travel to End 2022 appeared first on RVBusiness – Breaking RV Industry News.

Canadian Outdoor Hospitality Conference & Expo Set for Feb.

BURLINGTON, Ontario – The Canadian Camping & RV Council is excited to announce the return of the Canadian Outdoor Hospitality Conference & Expo that will take place Feb.15-16, 2023. Produced with the support and expertise of Unity Event Solutions, the conference will be an opportunity for the entire country to come together as one to […]

The post Canadian Outdoor Hospitality Conference & Expo Set for Feb. appeared first on RVBusiness – Breaking RV Industry News.

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. Ford Motor Company (Ford) is […]

The post Report: NHTSA Releases its Latest Rundown of RV Recalls appeared first on RVBusiness – Breaking RV Industry News.

Dec-O-Art Meeting the Needs of RV Industry for 50 Years

Dec-O-Art is a family owned, premier label printing company serving the RV industry for over 50 years from the heart of the RV Capital of the World—Elkhart, Ind. Founder and local entrepreneur Charles Dosmann identified a need for local manufacturing companies and began Dec-O-Art. Now in the third generation, Dosmann’s grandson Nathan is at the […]

The post Dec-O-Art Meeting the Needs of RV Industry for 50 Years appeared first on RVBusiness – Breaking RV Industry News.

IMHA-RVIC Salutes Successful Year at Holiday Celebration

Over 70 members of Indiana Manufactured Housing Association-Recreation Vehicle Indiana Council (IMHA-RVIC) and their families joined together at Top Golf Fishers for the association’s annual holiday party Dec. 8. Live music, terrific food and plenty of holiday cheer was enjoyed by members from all segments of our association. Guests provided unwrapped toys and a donation […]

The post IMHA-RVIC Salutes Successful Year at Holiday Celebration appeared first on RVBusiness – Breaking RV Industry News.

‘Camper Report’ Features Blue Compass RV, Tiffin Allegro Bay

The “Camper Report Show” is a weekly feature of Camper Report, which is part of the RV LIFE family of RVing websites that provide RV forums, RV trip planning tools and mobile apps, and one of the largest campground databases around. Co-hosted by Bob Zagami and John DiPietro – RV industry veterans in their own right – the Camper Report Show has partnered with RVBusiness by […]

The post ‘Camper Report’ Features Blue Compass RV, Tiffin Allegro Bay appeared first on RVBusiness – Breaking RV Industry News.

Grand Design RV Hosts Toys for Tots Event in Elkhart, Ind.

ELKHART — Cold, gray Saturday weather didn’t deter volunteers from heading out helping sort toys and books for the holidays for kids in Elkhart County for this year’s Marine Corps Toys for Tots program, according to reporting by the Goshen News. Grand Design RV hosted the event inside its Elkhart facility, which got underway around […]

The post Grand Design RV Hosts Toys for Tots Event in Elkhart, Ind. appeared first on RVBusiness – Breaking RV Industry News.

Wollschlager: Airxcel Expanding into New Product Categories

Airxcel Group President Anthony Wollschlager provides a recap of the 2022 New Product Showcase with Rick Kessler of RVBusiness. The RVBusiness Capitol Talk series is sponsored by Dicor Products. Listen to the podcast version of this episode using one of the following links: Spotify- https://open.spotify.com/show/3iZ4bB99m6aANMmNJ4p3gE Apple Podcasts- https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/rvbusiness-capital-talk/id1652256162 Google Podcasts- https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy9jNjNiYWVhNC9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw

The post Wollschlager: Airxcel Expanding into New Product Categories appeared first on RVBusiness – Breaking RV Industry News.

Jayco’s Ken Walters Calls 100% PDI a ‘Fundamental Change’

The late November announcement that Jayco is now performing a Pre-Delivery Inspection (PDI) on 100% of all units across all brands – Jayco, Entegra Coach, Highland Ridge and Starcraft – is “one of the biggest things we’ve accomplished in the last couple years,” according to Jayco President Ken Walters. “It’s quite an undertaking, really, when […]

The post Jayco’s Ken Walters Calls 100% PDI a ‘Fundamental Change’ appeared first on RVBusiness – Breaking RV Industry News.

RVWA Spotlight: Introducing Madi White of Genesis Products

EDITOR’S NOTE: Several times a month RVBusiness will post an “RVWA Spotlight,” which will highlight a member of the RV Women’s Alliance (RVWA) in each instance. Provided by RVWA, the member spotlight series interviews many of the women who make up the RV industry, highlighting how they got into the industry, what they currently do, and advice for other women. […]

The post RVWA Spotlight: Introducing Madi White of Genesis Products appeared first on RVBusiness – Breaking RV Industry News.

Go RVing Partner Mike Caudill Launches ‘Geared Up’ Series

Mike Caudill, a Go RVing spokesman and automotive expert, is launching a new social media series, “Geared Up to Go RVing.” The episodes, which will roll out over the coming months, cover a wide range of topics aimed at RVers, according to a News & Insights report by the RV Industry Association (RVIA). The series […]

The post Go RVing Partner Mike Caudill Launches ‘Geared Up’ Series appeared first on RVBusiness – Breaking RV Industry News.

RV Lyfe

Everything RV and camping!

Tag: rv