Horizon Global Set to be Acquired by First Brands Group

PLYMOUTH, Mich. – Horizon Global Corporation (NYSE: HZN), one of the world’s leading manufacturers of branded towing and trailering equipment, announced it has entered into a definitive merger agreement with First Brands Group LLC, a global automotive parts manufacturer that serves the worldwide automotive aftermarket, pursuant to which First Brands will acquire Horizon Global. The […]

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U.K. Caravan, Camping Show Expected to be Bigger than ’22

The Caravan, Camping & Motorhome Show returns to the National Exhibition Centre, Birmingham (U.K.) Feb. 21-26, will be bigger than the 2022 show with over 400 exhibitors and a dedicated tent and camping hall with over 150 new season tents and trailer tents (14% more than 2022), according to a report by AboutCampBtoB.com It’s not […]

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SuperSprings Introduces Ford, RAM Leveling Kits for Towing

While establishing themselves as the go-to suspension upgrade for overlanding, RVs, trailers, and load support when towing, SuperSprings International (SSI) has developed a new product line that bolsters that mission. The new Journey Better Leveling Kit product line is the first leveling kit that is specifically built for towing and loading up, according to a […]

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Meyer Distributing Gearing Up for Jan. 10-11 Mega Show

JASPER, Ind. – Meyer Distributing, a full-line automotive, marine and RV distributor, will return Jan. 10-11 to French Lick Resort in French Lick, Ind., for the company’s annual Mega Show. Company officials told RVBusiness that the venue, home for Meyer’s last two dealer shows, has proven popular with their customers. French Lick features historic buildings, […]

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Horizon Global to Offer Seminars at 2023 NTP-STAG EXPO

PLYMOUTH, Mich. ― Horizon Global Corporation, one of the world’s leading manufacturers of branded towing and trailering equipment, announced today (Dec. 19) the company will offer product training seminars at the 2023 NTP-STAG EXPO Show’s RV University. There will be two sessions held on Jan. 16, 2023 at the Gaylord Rockies Resort & Convention Center […]

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PullRite Announces Doug Kissel Named Regional Sales Mgr.

Pulliam Enterprises Inc., the parent company of PullRite Towing Systems, in Mishawaka, Indiana, announced today the hiring of Doug Kissel, who will fill the role of Southeast Regional Sales Manager, according to a company release. Kissel fills a position currently held by Paul Percival, who will be leaving the company in January to pursue a […]

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Santa Bob’s RV Gift Suggestions…

Whether you’ve been naughty or nice, every RV’er deserves a bit of good cheer – here are some cool RV Gift Suggestions from Santa Bob… Gifts for the whole family… Send your friends and family a personalized message from Santa Bob… Click here to view last year’s RV Lifestyle Magazine Christmas message… Nobody know RV’s […]

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RVIA Explores the Big Evolution of the Small Travel Trailer

EDITOR’S NOTE: The following is a News & Insights report by the RV Industry Association.  “The more things change, the more they remain the same.” This French maxim from the mid-1800’s is surprisingly fitting for the motivations behind – and creations of – America’s small travel trailer manufacturers over the past century. Consumers’ desire to […]

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Horizon Global to Offer Product Seminar at Meyer MEGA Show

PLYMOUTH, Mich. ― Horizon Global Corporation, one of the world’s leading manufacturers of branded towing and trailering equipment, announced today (Dec. 14) the company will offer an extensive product training seminar at Meyer Distributing’s 2023 RV Meyer MEGA Show. Aimed at recreational vehicle (RV) dealers, trailer dealers, and hitch installers, the trade show takes place […]

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Which Truck Should We Keep?

This Solitude is a nice full profile fifth wheel, one of the few still under 35’ in actual overall length. Empty weight is 12,140 pounds with a pin weight of 2,360 pounds. The 6.0 litre GM gas engine tows it easily but likes its fuel. By Andy Thomson In our fleet of RV tow vehicles, […]

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Northern Wholesale SuperShow Opens with Enthusiastic Vibe

RED WING, Minn. – With Minnesota temperatures reaching a balmy 21 degrees and light snow covering the grounds of the Treasure Island Casino and Event Center, Northern Wholesale’s 2023 SuperShow opened Wednesday (Dec. 7) with an enthusiastic crowd of dealers and supplier vendors. Dean Krutchen, director of Sales and Marketing for Northern Wholesale, told RVBusiness […]

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RVB Capitol Talk Previews the Meyer Distributing Mega Show

Meyer Distributing is gearing up for its Mega Show, set for Jan. 10-11 in French Lick, Ind, To preview the event, Ben Johnson, Category Sales Manager, RV Towing & Marine, and Johnny Hayes, Purchasing Manager, join Sherm Goldenberg and Rick Kessler of RVBusiness for a Capitol Talk discussion. The Capitol Talk series is sponsored by […]

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Blue Ox Forms Partnership with Dealers Resources Group

PENDER, Neb. – Blue Ox Products, a trusted name in manufacturing quality recreational towing products, is announcing in a press release a new partnership with Dealers Resources Group (DRG) to provide best-in-class industry sales support to our partner dealers. “We are extremely excited to partner with Dealers Resources Group (DRG) to enhance our team. Aligning […]

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RVIA e-RV Webinar: ‘More Power, More Storage, More Usage’

The RV Industry Association (RVIA) hosted a webinar earlier this week on “e-RVs and the Impact on the RV Industry” (see video above), with the key takeaway being the RV industry as a whole is developing products and lobbying for the necessary infrastructure for the coming EV revolution. Hosted by RVIA’s Monika Geraci, the webinar […]

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Setting Your Torsion Bars

Mysteries of the SAE J2807 Tow Rating Standard  By Andy Thomson For RV owners, one of the most important factors in safe and enjoyable towing is the proper adjustment of the torsion bars that distribute the weight between the trailer and the tow vehicle. When properly set-up, the torsion bars will lever some of the […]

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