Lippert Introduces Bluetooth Smart Lock for RVs

RV accessory and components manufacturer Lippert has announced a new smart lock designed specifically for RVs. The device, which replaces traditional locks in most travel trailers and fifth-wheels, uses proximity-sensing Bluetooth technology to provide more convenience and improve security. Better still, it requires no wiring for installation. The Lippert Keyless RV Door Lock with Bluetooth…

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RVTAA, NRVIA Offer Health Insurance Benefits to Members

ATHENS, Texas – The RV Technician Association of America (RVTAA) and the National RV Inspectors Association (NRVIA) today announced that members can now attain health insurance benefits through the respective organizations, according to a press release. Available through OCI Services, a Nebraska company, the benefits include individual and family health insurance, short-term health coverage, dental, […]

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Will OPEC’s Oil Production Cut Affect Decline in Gas Prices?

WASHINGTON, D.C. — The recent steep plunge in domestic gas prices may be affected by the results of Sunday’s meeting of OPEC+, a group of 23 oil-producing nations, including Saudi Arabia and Russia, according to AAA. Domestic gasoline prices have dropped 26 cents nationally in the past two weeks. But OPEC+ decided to maintain output […]

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OEM Showcase: 2023 IKON 4534RQ by Renegade RV

Tim O’Connell, regional sales manager for Renegade RV, the Bristol, Ind.-based subsidiary of REV Recreation Group, provides a walk-through tour of the 2023 IKON 4534RQ, the company’s flagship brand of Super C motorhomes.

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Sterling Hawkins to Speak at RV Leadership Conference

Sterling Hawkins, founder of the #NOMATTERWHAT movement and author of best-seller “Hunting Discomfort,” will address attendees during the 2023 Leadership Conference, according to a News & Insights report by the RV Industry Association (RVIA). The conference, taking place March 15-18, 2023, in Phoenix, Ariz., will bring together top-level management as well as next generation leaders […]

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Panelists Expect Popularity of Outdoor Travel to Continue

Despite concerns that high gas and grocery prices and economic uncertainties would affect RV and outdoor travel, that wasn’t the case this year and a panel of experts shared trends for 2023 showing people plan to do as much or more travel in 2023. Nick Ewen of The Points Guy hosted a recent webinar and […]

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KOA Pilots Campground Management Internship Program

BILLINGS, Mont. – Kampgrounds of America, Inc. (KOA) announced a new internship it will pilot at select KOA campgrounds in 2023. The 12-week Campground Management Internship Program will allow undergraduate students to work alongside experienced campground managers to offer a hands-on outdoor hospitality experience focusing on operations, management, marketing and administration. “Outdoor hospitality is one […]

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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. • Winnebago Industries, Inc. (Winnebago) […]

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Origen RV Accessories Launches 3 New SnapPad Products

Origen RV Accessories Ltd., the company behind the SnapPad brand, announced three new product lines, adding to its extensive collection of leveling system accessories for fifth-wheels, motorhomes, and travel trailers, according to a release. Starting this December, Origen will launch The Cap, The Base, and The Donut under their RV SnapPad brand, marking the first […]

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Go RVing’s ’22 Experiential Events Deliver Over 125K RV Tours

Experiential events are a core part of Go RVing’s strategy to expose diverse audiences to RVing and an active outdoor lifestyle in an unexpected setting, according to a News & Insights report by the RV Industry Association (RVIA). The events occur in a range of settings, including music and food festivals, outdoor competitions, state fairs, […]

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‘State of Buy-Sell RV Market’ Webinar Scheduled for Dec. 14

Three well-known companies in the RV industry are partnering to host a webinar, scheduled for noon (Central), Dec. 14, on “State of the Buy-Sell RV Market – Everything you Need to Know for a Successful Transaction.” Brad Stanek, a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley, Jesse Stopnitzky, a partner at Performance Brokerage Services, and Jane Saxon, […]

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RVDA of Canada Renews Endorsement of Wells Fargo DF

RICHMOND, B.C. – The RVDA of Canada announced that it has renewed its endorsement relationship with Wells Fargo Distribution Finance for another three-year term. The endorsed program, which delivers innovative inventory financing solutions to Canadian RV dealerships, also provides members with industry intelligence and educational materials to assist in their overall business success, according to a […]

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Airxcel to Debut ‘Velarium’ Awning at at Product Showcase

Velarium, an Airxcel brand, makes its debut and launches its first product at the Airxcel December Product Showcase, Dec. 7 and 8 in Elkhart, Ind. The Velarium 12V Vertical Arm Awning marks the first offering of the new Velarium awning brand, which will expand to offer slide out awnings and a host of awning accessories. […]

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RVIA: Shipments Should Continue to Normalize in 2023

RV wholesale shipments will normalize to pre-pandemic levels in 2023, according to the December 2022 issue of RV RoadSigns, the quarterly forecast prepared by ITR Economics for the RV Industry Association (RVIA). The new forecast projects 2023 RV shipments to range from 379,200 to 403,600 units next year with a most likely year-end total of […]

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Extravaganza on Ice

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Rigs + Gear: A Long Winter’s Nap

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RV Education 101’s Mark Polk Joins ‘Camper Report Show’

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 […]

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Nat. ARVC Task Force Member Defends Voluntary Standards

EDITOR’S NOTE: Last month, the National Association of RV Parks and Campgrounds (National ARVC) released a draft of proposed “standards” for the Outdoor Hospitality industry. The standards, while voluntary, has sparked some backlash, including several press releases from various state campground owners associations – including Pennsylvania, Texas, Florida, Alabama and New York – announcing their opposition […]

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Camping World Opens New RV Dealership in San Martin, Calif.

LINCOLNSHIRE, Ill. – Camping World Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: CWH), America’s Recreation Dealer, today (Dec. 5) announced the opening of a new RV dealership at its existing San Martin, Calif., location. Camping World Chairman and CEO Marcus Lemonis said, “The addition of this RV Sales location continues our rapid pace of growth throughout California, one of […]

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Video: Brinkley RV’s Micah Staley & Family Take Model Z Trip

EDITOR’S NOTE: The following description for the above video was written by Micah Staley, co-owner and lead product designer of the Model Z mid-profile fifth-wheel. Due to the industry’s noticeable shift in focus away from customer experience and product design, the five of us founded Brinkley RV, saw a unique opportunity to recreate the RV […]

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