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SalVinCo offers new LED work lights
(Sept. 11, 2015) - SalVinCo has introduced new 20-watt Bee Green LED work or deck lights featuring both an adjustable vertical swivel and threaded holes for fixed mounting.
Thor Motor Coach introduces 2016 diesel line
(Sept. 9, 2015) - TMC redesigned the Tuscany from the ground up starting with a new basement structure and hydraulic slideout rooms, which greatly increased exterior storage, the release noted, adding that five new full-body paint packages complete the Tuscany's exterior transformation.
Easy Access offers sturdy deck work platform
(Sept. 9, 2015) - Sturdy Decks are 20-inch decks width fixed height work platforms made to order for economical and quick RV maintenance access, Easy Access Industrial Design reported today.
Prime Time announces new Fury toy hauler
(Sept. 8, 2015) - Prime Time Manufacturing announced the newest member of its product lineup: the Fury toy hauler. The Fury lineup currently includes a 34-foot model with a 10-foot closed garage (the 2910) and a 31-foot model with an open 14-foot 6-inch garage (the 2614X).
Highland Ridge debuts Open Range Ultra Lite
(Sept. 7, 2015) - "The new Open Range Ultra Lite will allow us to enter into the largest market segment while still providing the known quality, look and feel of our Open Range products," said Flint. The first two models feature a rear living room or bunks.
Dometic to debut PowerChannel awning accessories
(Aug. 31, 2015) - Dometic Group announced it will introduce three new PowerChannel accessories for the Dometic 9100 PowerChannel Awning at the 2015 Elkhart Open House, to be held Sept. 21-23, in Elkhart, Ind.
Omega RV debuts Toxic line of toyhaulers
(Aug. 31, 2015) - "The Toxic product combines things that we feel are important to consumers. Some of the features are a dry weight of 5,900 pounds fully equipped, a payload of more than 5,000 pounds, garage areas of 10 and 13 feet, 116 gallons of fresh water, 38-gallon fuel tank and pump station with a 4,000 watt Onan generator," said Thorpe.
Scissor Deck makes RV maintenance easier
(Aug. 31, 2015) - Scissor Decks are spring assisted manual lift platforms which set up or fold down in seconds. They may be joined together in line or on 90 degree angles for wrap around maintenance applications.
Newmar's Star chassis offered on diesel coaches
(Aug. 31, 2015) - "Long term, the Star Foundation delivers the underlying chassis with enhanced stiffness, making it more durable and less prone to stress and distortion," said Stichter. "Slideout adjustments will be minimal, as there is less of a possibility that slide tubes will flex or move out of alignment."
Optronics unveils super-lumen HD 500 Series LED Lamps
(Aug. 25, 2015) - Optronics International announced the introduction of its new HD 500 Series LED stop, tail, turn lamps today. The new lamps are designed with a distinguishing three-dimensional lens feature and brilliant illumination, the organization stated.
TMC release 2016 RUV Class A motorhomes
(Aug. 25, 2015) - Thor Motor Coach (TMC) has released 2016 Axis and Vegas Recreational Utility Vehicle motorhomes into the market. Upgrades to this year's RUV brands include a Bluetooth coach radio system that connects to a smart phone or tablet, LED ceiling lighting for energy savings, Cotton Cloud mattress in the cockpit overhead bunk and stylish new interior decors.
Dometic to debut Blizzard air conditioner at open house
(Aug. 25, 2015) - "The Blizzard NXT is the best A/C and heat pump in the industry, providing RVs with high-capacity cooling and heating for year-round comfort," said Schutz. "RVers will be delighted with the powerful air flow and head-turning design."
Faulkner Furniture fashions outdoor fun
(Aug. 19, 2015) - RVers headed out for this season's tailgaters, for some river bank fishing or for some quality relaxation under the awning in their favorite RV resort will enjoy the comfort and style of Faulkner's newest designs, the company reported.
Husky offers new hitch box adapters
(Aug. 11, 2015) - When it comes to receiver hitch boxes, one size truly does not fit all. Plenty of situations arise that have customers asking, "What do I do now?" RV dealers can help customers equip their truck receiver hitch tubes to accommodate whatever they want to mount with Husky's new hitch box adapters.


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America's largest RV show opens in one week

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OPINION: Winnebago NEEDS The Profit
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(Sept. 11, 2015) - This miracle worker has purchased dozens of failing RV mega dealerships over the years and transmogrified them into hyper-successful Camping World superstores using his own unique blend of "people, product and process" - something Winnebago desperately needs right now.
RV Geeks reaches new YouTube milestones
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(Sept. 7, 2015) - The RVgeeks Channel, one of YouTube's most popular and most viewed channels about RVing, has now reached 10 million views and 50,000 subscribers, the co-founders reported in describing the channel where RVers learn about operating and maintaining their RVs from seasoned full-timers.
Olson out - again - as Winnebago's CEO
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(Sept. 11, 2015) - Winnebago Industries announced today that Robert J. Olson notified the board of directors that, effective Sept. 24, he will be stepping down as the interim CEO of the company, a position he has held for 37 days.
Eight tips to instantly improve a Facebook page
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(Sept. 7, 2015) - These techniques do not just help you in getting more visibility in search engines, but will also lay the groundwork for better customer relationships that result in greater loyalty, which have obvious benefits.
Thor Motor Coach introduces 2016 diesel line
2016 Tuscany 40DX
(Sept. 9, 2015) - TMC redesigned the Tuscany from the ground up starting with a new basement structure and hydraulic slideout rooms, which greatly increased exterior storage, the release noted, adding that five new full-body paint packages complete the Tuscany's exterior transformation.
America's largest RV show opens in one week
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(Sept. 8, 2015) - America's Largest RV Show in Hershey, Pa., is only one week away. Dealers can be the first to catch a glimpse at the 2016 product lines, visit with manufacturer reps and have some fun at the same time.
Highland Ridge debuts Open Range Ultra Lite
Open Range Ultra Lite
(Sept. 7, 2015) - "The new Open Range Ultra Lite will allow us to enter into the largest market segment while still providing the known quality, look and feel of our Open Range products," said Flint. The first two models feature a rear living room or bunks.
Two men arrested for stealing TVs from Forest River
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(Sept. 7, 2015) - Kodi Diemer, 27, of Elkhart and Joe Evans, 32, of Elkhart are accused of taking televisions from the Forest River Cardinal Division, the Elkhart Truth reported. Police say Diemer and Evans were found on the property by sheriff's deputies who responded to an alarm shortly before 2 a.m. Friday.
New player in the running for GE Capital
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(Sept. 8, 2015) - players across the globe are in the running to snatch up billions of dollars worth of assets from GE Capital, the financial services and corporate lending unit of General Electric.
New Mexico dealer stumbled into RV business
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(Sept. 7, 2015) - C.E. Chisolm never really started out to be the owner of an RV sales lot, but it just worked out that way when a lot that he won at an FDIC auction on East Central Avenue was designed for it, the Albuquerque Journal reported.

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Stetler's business moves to new location
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FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. - Plans are underway for Gigi Stetler's Planet RV to move to a new location Oct. 1 at 3030 Burris Road in Davie, Fla. The new dealership five minutes south of the current location. "My plans were derailed back in 2008 due to some hostile events but that never stopped me from ...
SEC complaints show Navistar clout connections
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(Sept. 7, 2015) - Based on internal emails and the firm's mission, the SEC states in its filing that ASGK was engaged as a communications firm to "either put pressure on the EPA or provide political cover" for a certification that may have been negotiated rather than earned on its merits, according to Market Watch.
RV manufacturer selects ARI for dealer network
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(Sept. 10, 2015) - ARI Network Services announced today that an RV manufacturer has selected ARI to provide FootSteps Channel Connect to its approximately 400 worldwide dealers to electronically capture, track and nurture all in-store customer visits, inbound/outbound sales calls and Internet leads.
Lenington to retire as PRVCA executive vice president
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(Sept. 8, 2015) - Rebecca Lenington will retire from her position as executive vice president of the Pennsylvania Recreation Vehicle and Camping Association (PRVCA) on Oct. 16. Lenington has been with PRVCA since 1978.
RVs on target for record expansion of shipments
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(Sept. 8, 2015) - The stellar performance was due to shipments of conventional travel trailers, which rose to 67,597 units in the second quarter, the highest shipment level of any quarter since 1973, RVIA noted, adding that there have been only two higher quarters recorded in nearly the past half century.
Winnebago brings exciting lineup to Hershey show
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(Sept. 9, 2015) - Winnebago Industries, Inc. announced it will be bringing a fresh lineup of 2016 motorhomes and towables to "America's Largest RV Show." Running Sept. 16-20 at the Giant Center in Hershey, Penn., the show will feature Winnebago and Winnebago Touring Coach motorhomes and a full lineup of travel trailers, fifth wheels and toy haulers.
Jumping Jack Trailers to offer financing at open house
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(Sept. 9, 2015) - Jumping Jack Camper Trailers has just been approved to offer NorthPoint dealer financing to RV dealers all over the country, with perfect timing just weeks away from the Elkhart Dealer Open House event.
Dometic to showcase new products at Hershey Show
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(Sept. 9, 2015) - Dometic Group announced that it will be showcasing new products at America's Largest RV Show, to be held Sept.16-20 in Hershey, Pa. Visitors to Dometic's outside booth #818 can check out the new PowerChannel Bluetooth Speaker, Fan and LED Spotlight.
Haydocy Airstream hosts Camper College
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(Sept. 8, 2015) - Camper College goes Ohio Style with Haydocy Airstream and Janine Pettit, Girl Camper, will be hosting a Camper College on Sept. 18.
Cequent provides free training seminar at PRVCA
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(Sept. 9, 2015) - Get ready to learn at PRVCA as Tom Romero, director of sales and technical training for Cequent Performance Products, explains the ins and outs of many well-known RV products, features and benefits of each, and tips for easy installation, the organization announced in a press release.

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OPINION: Should RV parks offer Good Sam discounts exclusively?
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(Sept. 9, 2015) - Campground owners who offer Good Sam discounts exclusively should take down the Good Sam logos and replace them with Camping World logos, because they are, in fact, picking sides in an industry battle over the viability of an independent RV dealer network, which is larger than all the Camping World locations combined.
CalARVC announces keynotes, roundtable topics
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(Sept. 9, 2015) - Ed Poole, an attorney with the California Public Utility Commission, will be the keynote speaker at the fall RV park getaway, which takes place Oct. 6 at Coloma Resort in Coloma, Calif. He will be joined by the founders of the Coloma Outdoor Discovery School (CODS), Fred and Marielle Faieta.
Colorado campsite waiting list reaches six months
(Sept. 7, 2015) - The wait for a campsite at Highline state park has reached six months, KJCT reported. Highline Lake State Park is proving to be one of the most popular Labor Day retreats for campers and water sport enthusiasts, according to KJCT.
New York agency proposes upgrades to Catskills
(Sept. 7, 2015) - The Department of Environmental Conservation is proposing a new management plan and several improvements to a state campground in the Catskills.
Glamping site advertises more than it can yet offer
(Sept. 7, 2015) - Bella Solviva, which offers glamorous camping or "glamping" experiences for vacationers who want more than tents and sleeping bags on their next camping trip, seems to have it all.
New RV park plan approved in Florida
(Sept. 7, 2015) - The Polk County Planning Commission voted to approve a growth map change to allow the development a 428-site RV park west of Fort Meade, The Ledger reported.
New KOA added in Gila Bend, Ariz.
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(Sept. 9, 2015) - KOA campers in search of the sun now have another option on their trips to Arizona. Kampgrounds of America announced its newest location - The Gila Bend KOA.
Squatting campers cause tempers to flare
(Sept. 8, 2015) - Demand has been so great this summer at Yukon parks that conflicts over camping spots, particularly ones where people set up for extended periods of time, have broken out, said park officer Eric Bonnett.
KOA reports final labor day weekend numbers up
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(Sept. 9, 2015) - Campers continued to enjoy Kampgrounds of America (KOA) locations throughout North America in huge numbers throughout the Labor Day Weekend.
Small campground joins large development plan
(Sept. 7, 2015) - As many campgrounds are winding down their season after Labor Day, the Indian Camp Campground in Carlisle County is going full throttle this holiday weekend after the Kentucky Department of Public Health gave them final approval to open to the public.

Midwest dealer throws away $485,000 in unpaid warranty
Dealers who do not claim warranty with OEMs can throw away hundreds of thousands of dollars every year. Read this real-life example of a dealer who lost out on big money by neglecting to file claims and some tips to getting you every dollar you deserve.  + Read more

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RV deposit leaves Fostoria family out $500
(Sept. 11, 2015) - This past Memorial Day, Cami Gillian and her husband were looking for a new pull-behind camper, when they came across Tom's Toys in Port Clinton, Ohio. When they decided they didn't want it, they were out $500.
Escapees to host Redneck-fest at Texas RV park
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(Sept. 8, 2015) - This year the event has been given the theme of "Redneck-fest" and will be kicking off on Oct. 18, with an ice-cream social followed by a campfire, where folks can swap their favorite redneck stories.
Fun Town RV opts out of Southwest RV Supershow
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(Sept. 9, 2015) - Contrary to what was reported in an earlier article, Fun Town RV will not be attending the Southwest Super Show in Dallas, the dealership reported.
Eau Claire couple embarks on Alaskan RV adventure
(Sept. 7, 2015) - An Eau Claire couple drove 1,500 miles in a motor home through our 49th state - and throughly enjoyed the journey.
Stock up the RV and explore Eastern Sierras
(Sept. 7, 2015) - The activities available in the Eastern Sierra range from developed camping, to dispersed camping. The historical significance of the Eastern Sierra can be seen from just about any location
Camper flaunts chest job at pool
(Sept. 10, 2015) - Apparently showing off the money she spent on augmentation, a drunken Hazleton woman repeatedly removed her swimsuit top at Splash Magic Campground.
Alaska man returns to camper, finds intruder in bed
(Sept. 7, 2015) - Troopers discovered that Gutierrez entered the trailer by breaking through one of the roof vents while the owner was away at work in Anchorage. Once inside, Gutierrez ate some of the owner's food, and fell asleep in his bed, KTUU-TV reported.
RV park residents say dump making them sick
(Sept. 8, 2015) - The air quality at the Phoenix RV park where 62-year-old Maggie Torres lives is so bad that she bought her dog goggles to protect his eyes when he hangs his head out the car window.
Campers warn of carbon monoxide risk
(Sept. 7, 2015) - "Overnight the camper got carbon monoxide in it and the next morning we were all really sick feeling...one of the guys, he kind of just collapsed and he was just unconscious on the floor and then my friend got up to check on him and he collapsed, too," Shumake told KSFY-TV.
Southwest RV Supershow returns Sept. 17-20
(Sept. 8, 2015) - Over 10,000 shoppers join in the Southwest RV Supershow Sept. 17-20 at Market Hall to experience the latest innovation, technology and advancements in RV life and travel, the Texas Recreational Vehicle Association announced in a press release.

German tourist uses Dover seafront as toilet
(Sept. 9, 2015) - These pictures show the moment a tourist used Dover seafront as a toilet in broad daylight - in front hundreds of residents in the Gateway flats.
Campers urged to get rid of time bomb
(Sept. 8, 2015) - Concerns are mounting that hundreds of campers may unknowingly be holding on to a ticking time bomb. Following an explosion at Pink Lily on Friday involving a butane gas cooker it was revealed the item was the subject of a safety recall.
51 people pile into VW camper for new world record
(Sept. 7, 2015) - For a moment, 51 people piled into a VW camper van in Worcestershire and set a world record, the Malvern Gazette reported, adding that it was a m�l�e of arms, legs and body parts as participants squeezed into the 1974 vehicle, getting up close and personal during their "crampervan" experience.
British man attacked inside his motorhome
(Sept. 7, 2015) - Ian Fewster says he is "re-evaluating his lifestyle" after the assault, which saw his wallet and expensive sat nav equipment stolen while he was parked outside his daughter's Hartlepool home, the Hartlepool Mail reported.
10 out-of-the-box family holidays
(Sept. 8, 2015) - Find a spot off the beaten track, pack an air mattress, a roomy tent and a camping stove and spend the next few days exploring, eating and filling up on the fresh air.
Couple lose $25,000 to scammers
(Sept. 10, 2015) - A retired couple in New Zealand who thought a scammer could never pull the wool over their eyes have been fleeced for $25,000.
Campers leave excrement in high country
(Sept. 10, 2015) - Freedom campers stopping at Canterbury's most pristine lakes are trashing the environment with their rubbish and human waste, high country residents said.
Volkswagen to present Microbus at CES
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(Sept. 10, 2015) - The Germans plan to reveal an updated variant of their Microbus camper van concept in January, at the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas.


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