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Brandmotion offers next-gen awareness system
(Oct. 30, 2015) - The ADAS Plus forward camera ensures all-around coverage to keep a driver informed and alert. The system emits audible tones to notify the driver if the vehicle strays out of its lane above a preset speed, or if there is the potential risk of collision from stopped traffic or an obstacle up ahead.
New removable roof mount kit from King
(Oct. 27, 2015) - Designed for RV and travel trailer roofs, the King Removable Roof Mount Kit allows for permanent roof mounting of the King Tailgater or King Quest antenna, while providing the portability to take the antenna wherever you go, the organization announced in a press release.
Dometic to showcase new toilets, cleaning supplies
(Oct. 26, 2015) - "When it comes to RV comfort and sanitation, Dometic never stops innovating," said Schutz. "Dealers are going to love our expanded line of RV care products that deliver safe, environment-friendly cleaning and protection of vital RV components."
King releases quick mount for portable antennas
(Oct. 22, 2015) - The portable antenna mount hangs on the window or side of the truck or RV and provides a place for the King Tailgater or King Quest to rest while the vehicle is parked. Simply attach the portable antenna mount to the antenna and hang the mount on the window of the truck or RV or side of vehicle.
Coachmen introduces Galleria Class B motorhome
(Oct. 21, 2015) - The Galleria is built on a 170-inch extended Mercedes Benz Sprinter platform and powered by a 3-liter V6 turbo diesel engine with a five-speed automatic transmission. The interior of the Galleria provides the impression of a private jet with plush interiors, custom made cabinetry and space conscious design engineering, the company explained.
Sylvan Sport introduces Mr. Stow-It-All
(Oct. 20, 2015) - Sylvan Sport's new Mr. Stow-It-All stows gear, electronics, games, books, magazines, bug spray, bottles, keys, tableware and condiments. Sometimes it seems like there's nothing he doesn't stow, the company announced today.
Rand McNally creates new dashboard device
(Oct. 20, 2015) - Designed and built for RV travel, the dashboard tablet brings together Rand McNally's advanced RV GPS navigation and trip planning with entertainment and information - plus extras like a built-in dash cam. The device also comes preloaded with a suite of unique travel apps.
Grand Design debuts redesigned Solitude fifth wheel
(Oct. 15, 2015) - A few key changes are all new wood cabinetry, countertops, backsplash, and flooring. A residential refrigerator is also now available on all models. The addition of several new floorplans further round out the appeal of the new Solitude.
SylvanSport offers Gear Aid - Tenacious Tape repair kit
(Oct. 14, 2015) - SylvanSport introduced a useable tent repair kit, the "Gear Aid - Tenacious Tape" system. Tenacious Tape provides an ultra-strong and residue free bond, the release stated.
Magellan TRX7 provides off-road navigation
(Oct. 13, 2015) - Magellan announced its new off-road vehicle navigation solution, the eXplorist TRX7, for the 4�4 and Powersports vehicle consumer markets at the AIMExpo in Orlando, Fla., from Oct. 15-18.
Shurhold introduces new polisher
(Oct. 13, 2015) - Shurhold Industries has introduced the Dual Action Polisher Pro. It works using a similar motion as its predecessor, but can cut through oxidation faster with its greater pad and orbit size, a release from the company stated.
SalVinCo debuts new microwaves for RV market
(Oct. 8, 2015) - Breaking away from the ordinary, SalVinCo now offers a small Muave' MU07120S microwave, the organization announced in a press release.
SmartPlug introduces non-metallic inlet
(Oct. 5, 2015) - Continuing to improve the reliability and safety of its power products, SmartPlug Systems introduces a Non-Metallic Inlet with a new mounting flange and streamlined cover design, the organization announced in a press release.
New app helps RVers avoid low clearances
(Oct. 2, 2015) - With the Route-1 POI database installed, a driver's GPS system will issue an audible warning for a low clearance on the route ahead. The height is shown on the screen, allowing the driver to continue or take an alternative route that avoids the height restriction.
Airxcel launches MaxxFan Deluxe models
(Oct. 1, 2015) - "These new deluxe fan models broaden our MaxxFan line," said Gokie. "In addition to 'better' and 'best' models with 10-speed motors and optional hand-held remotes, these new four-speed deluxe models provide an outstanding 'good' in our lineup."

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OPINION: Enough of the 'industry noise'
Guest blogger
(Oct. 26, 2015) - Regarding all the "conspiracy theories" that seem to be running rampant right now in many areas, I'm with Bernie Sanders. He's tired of hearing about all the emails and personally, I'm tired of hearing all the "industry noise."
RV Education 101 completes vintage restorations
RV Education 101 vintage trailer
(Oct. 26, 2015) - "One of my passions is restoring classic automobiles so I thought it would be really cool to restore a time period correct classic truck to tow our vintage 1967 Yellowstone travel trailer," said Polk. "After the travel trailer project was finished, I thought it was only fitting to find and restore a time period correct classic truck to tow the vintage trailer."
Dometic to showcase new toilets, cleaning supplies
Dometic MasterFlush 7640
(Oct. 26, 2015) - "When it comes to RV comfort and sanitation, Dometic never stops innovating," said Schutz. "Dealers are going to love our expanded line of RV care products that deliver safe, environment-friendly cleaning and protection of vital RV components."
There is more to see at the National RV Trade Show
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(Oct. 28, 2015) - "Shipments are rising, the industry is creating jobs, and consumers are responding enthusiastically to new models and features. Our Louisville show offers the opportunity to see our industry's best products, meet colleagues, and make deals - all in one place," said Hugelmeyer.
RV shipments post highest September total in 9 years
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(Oct. 26, 2015) - RV wholesale shipments to retailers of 27,960 units were reported by manufacturers in the RV Industry Association's September monthly survey, 2.3 percent greater than last month and 12.4 percent ahead of this same month one year ago.
OPINION: End annual performance reviews
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(Oct. 28, 2015) - The 90-day career investment guide provides employees an important checkpoint to evaluate their own strengths and opportunities, and recognize early on specific areas to work on the most. This allows them ample time to make the necessary improvements to qualify for the periodic merit increase.
RV business takes over auto dealership
(Oct. 26, 2015) - Mark Pettersen, owner of Coates RV based in Williston, N.D., has agreed to purchase the former Kolar Auto building on River Gate Avenue in Scanlon from Al Birman, owner of Cloquet Motorsports, Cloquet Ford-Chrysler and Moose Lake Motors.
Keystone reiterates supplier policy
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(Oct. 30, 2015) - "Keystone has not and will not base its decisions on which suppliers' products it will distribute solely on whether or not a supplier chooses to also distribute its products through other distributors," Rodgers wrote.
Brakes, suspension, towing course starts Nov. 16
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(Oct. 26, 2015) - All elements of RV towing are included in this course; a truck towing a travel trailer or fifth-wheel trailer, a motorhome towing a small car, etc. All elements of electric trailer brakes, including troubleshooting, repair and maintenance, are taught. Hitch design and installation techniques are presented as well as all associated electrical wiring between tow vehicle and trailer.
Arizona firm to open largest RV parts store in state
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(Oct. 28, 2015) - "Given the high population of users of the products we sell, we are establishing a superstore here. We are excited to have Peoria as a base location in order to expand into Mesa, Tucson and Las Vegas," said Hult.

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Podcast 74: Meyer Distributing and RV Armor
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(Oct. 29, 2015) - Episode 74 of RV Industry News starts with an interview with Mike Braun, CEO of Meyer Distributing, and Nick Gramelspacher, the vice president of sales and marketing. The company is making its first appearance at the RVDA Expo next week in Las Vegas. They asked to come on the show to introduce the company, talk about its history dating back to 1934, and what happened in 2007 to catapult the company to a new level. The second interview features Lee Thaxton, the CEO of RV Armor, which will also be attending the RVDA expo to roll out a new dealer partnership program. He comes on the show to talk about what RV Armor is, how it works, and how dealers can create a new profit center in their service departments by installing the product for their customers.
Grand Design RV goes big at Pomona Show
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(Oct. 28, 2015) - Grand Design Recreational Vehicle Company went big at the Pomona RV Show, the company reported in a press release. Displaying over 60 percent more units than the prior year, Grand Design showcased the latest offerings from all four of the fifth wheel and travel trailer brands.
OPINION: Focus on low hanging fruit in the service department
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(Oct. 26, 2015) - I visit dealerships where no attempt is made to measure and analyze data and others where techs spend lots of time collecting data that's never actually analyzed. So instead of sharing a dozen indicators that most managers won't use, I'll focus on just three. Key in on these areas and you'll make more money in your service department.
NADAguides to debut new RV Connect program
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(Oct. 28, 2015) - "RV Connect makes it easy to create professional, custom window stickers with itemized dealer add-ons and boost consumer confidence with the NADAguides trusted independent third party values and logo," said Sims.
Winnebago Towables outperform industry sales
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(Oct. 27, 2015) - As the industry experienced a growth rate in towables of 16.6 percent through the first eight months of 2015 and 9.6 percent for the month of August, Winnebago trailer and fifth wheel retail registrations rose 30.2 percent for the year and 53 percent for the month of August, SSI reported.
Dexter Axle to acquire Al-Ko Vehicle Technology
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(Oct. 26, 2015) - The combination of the two companies, to be named DexKo Global Inc., will create the global leader in trailer axle and chassis supply with sales approaching nearly $1 billion, the release noted, adding that the transaction is expected to close at year end.
AppOne helps accelerate lenders' indirect lending
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(Oct. 28, 2015) - Wolters Kluwer Financial Services announced today its AppOne lender network members, Georgia's Own and MB Financial Bank are experiencing strong growth in their indirect lending programs serving marine, power sports and recreational vehicle dealers.
Cummins to cut 2,000 jobs
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(Oct. 27, 2015) - Diesel engine maker Cummins posted a lower-than-expected quarterly profit and said it would lay off up to 2,000 people as global economic weakness continued to weigh on its international sales.
EverGreen improves leadership, service, products
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(Oct. 27, 2015) - EverGreen Recreational Vehicles announced in a press release it has implemented positive changes throughout the company over the last 90-days, including new leadership and service and product improvements.
RV values at auction continue to fluctuate
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(Oct. 26, 2015) - "As the weather turns colder, we expect to see both volume and bidding activity at the wholesale auctions begin drop off. If you have access to inexpensive capital and some extra room to park some units, this might be a great time to pick up some bargains," said Lawrence.

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Flexsteel vice president sells 3,735 shares
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(Oct. 30, 2015) - Flexsteel Industries Vice President Timothy E. Hall sold 3,735 shares of Flexsteel Industries stock in a transaction on Oct. 29.
Brandmotion offers next-gen awareness system
ADAS system
(Oct. 30, 2015) - The ADAS Plus forward camera ensures all-around coverage to keep a driver informed and alert. The system emits audible tones to notify the driver if the vehicle strays out of its lane above a preset speed, or if there is the potential risk of collision from stopped traffic or an obstacle up ahead.
TriMas appoints president of Norris Cylinder
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(Oct. 30, 2015) - TriMas Corporation announced the transition of leadership within its Norris Cylinder business. Jerry Van Auken, president of Norris Cylinder, has retired as president, and Charles Manz, currently vice president of operations at Norris, has succeeded Van Auken as president.
Canadian GDP, U.S. personal spending rise 0.1%
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(Oct. 30, 2015) - The Canadian gross domestic product rose by 0.1 percent in August following unrevised gains of 0.3 percent and 0.4 percent in July and June, respectively. Personal consumer expenditures in the United States edged upward by 0.1 percent in September following a 0.4 percent increase in August and a revised 0.3 percent gain (was 0.4 percent) in July.
Podcast 74: Meyer Distributing and RV Armor
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(Oct. 29, 2015) - Episode 74 of RV Industry News starts with an interview with Mike Braun, CEO of Meyer Distributing, and Nick Gramelspacher, the vice president of sales and marketing. The company is making its first appearance at the RVDA Expo next week in Las Vegas. They asked to come on the show to introduce the company, talk about its history dating back to 1934, and what happened in 2007 to catapult the company to a new level. The second interview features Lee Thaxton, the CEO of RV Armor, which will also be attending the RVDA expo to roll out a new dealer partnership program. He comes on the show to talk about what RV Armor is, how it works, and how dealers can create a new profit center in their service departments by installing the product for their customers.


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AGS goes hyper-digital
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(Oct. 28, 2015) - AGS will consolidate hyper-digital practices like blogging, responsive web design, search engine optimization and e-newsletters into its full array of HD services and products. For example, a new campground industry podcast series will stream as a simulcast on RVDailyReport.com, with the first edition available on the newly re-designed AGSPub.com website.
Woodall's: Missouri RV park opts for Wi-Fi over cable
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(Oct. 30, 2013) - The cable television industry's ongoing conversion from analog to digital technology has created so many logistical problems for parks that it's proving to be easier - and more cost effective in the long run - to simply invest in a Wi-Fi system that's strong enough to provide television programming, Woodall's noted.
Bill to waive visitor fees from state parks
(Oct. 27, 2015) - A new bill aims to waive day-use entrance fees for most Florida state parks for an entire year beginning July 1.
CalARVC installs new officers
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(Oct. 28, 2015) - Earlier this month, the board of directors for the California Association of RV Parks and Campgrounds met at Coloma Resort, electing two new directors and officers.
Campground files for bankruptcy
(Oct. 26, 2015) - Bernard Voll of the Whitewood Campground and Event Center announced last week that he had filed for bankruptcy protection both personally and as a partner in the campground, which the city of Sturgis, S.D., had named the "official campground" of the 75th Sturgis rally this year.
Neighbors put out RV fire
(Oct. 26, 2015) - Cheri O'Brien credits the residents at the Sundance 1 RV Resort in Casa Grande, Ariz., for extinguishing a fire that she said could have destroyed her entire motor home.
RV park worries Lead residents
(Oct. 27, 2015) - Some residents of Lead, S.D., told Kelo Land a planned recreational vehicle park is in an area of unstable ground, and they worry it could have catastrophic effects.
Jeb Bush outlines plan to limit federal land control
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(Oct. 26, 2015) - Bush pledged to undo the Obama administration's Clean Water Rule, which provides more protection for small streams and wetlands. But he also promised to prioritize public access to federal lands and permanently reauthorize the Land and Water Conservation Fund, which Congress recently let expire, the High Country News reported.
Interest increases in Virtual Hospitality Expo
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(Oct. 27, 2015) - The expo's online platform, VConference Online, has begun to provide the booth and room designs that will give the expo its trade show appearance. The virtual lobby has a place for attendees to register, view or download the souvenir program, promotional banners for sponsors and a screen for a welcome video.
Movie filming at KOA Campground
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(Oct. 27, 2015) - Madelyn Deutch, actress from "Windsor" and "Texas Rising," and Deana Carter, Grammy-nominated country music star, are paying Buchanan, Tenn., KOA a visit while filming the family feel-good movie, "Painted Horses," directed by Damian Fulton.

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RV park bookkeeper wrote checks for sex
(Oct. 27, 2015) - A former Oak Hill RV park, in Florida, bookkeeper wrote dozens of checks from her employer's account to a man after they would meet up to have sex.
Starcraft RV recalls incorrectly built frame
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(Oct. 26, 2015) - Starcraft RV is recalling certain model year 2016 Autumn Ridge travel trailers manufactured March 27, to Sept. 22.
Tiffin Motorhomes recalls ball joints
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(Oct. 26, 2015) - Tiffin Motorhomes is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 Breeze motorhomes. The affected assemblies may have loose ball joints which could separate causing a loss of steering control.
Forest River recall for incorrect label
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(Oct. 26, 2015) - Forest River is recalling RVs. In the affected vehicles, the Federal placard displays incorrect vehicle information.
Is your RV ready for fall camping?
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(Oct. 26, 2015) - The leaves are changing and the weather is great for camping. Are you and your RV ready? Will the furnace work that first 40 degree night? Here are some things to do to enjoy the fall camping season safely.
Spartan Motors recalls steering gear
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(Oct. 26, 2015) - The affected vehicles have a steering gear mounting bracket that may crack, causing a loss of steering ability.
Escapees Club plans Alaskan cruise HOP
Escapees Alaska HOP
(Oct. 27, 2015) - Participants will witness lush rainforests, colossal mountains, salmon gliding upstream in clear river streams, and bear or moose roaming freely in their natural habitat. They may even catch a glimpse of whales breaching the water, Koca explained.
Motorhome destroyed by fire at RV park
(Oct. 28, 2015) - The Brownsville Fire Department responded to the Winter Haven Resort Tuesday afternoon where a fire broke out inside a storage area at the resort.
Man risks arrest to stand his ground
(Oct. 26, 2015) - On an Epsom campsite, a man called Muskrat intends to be arrested Sunday, rather than forsake the den he built off Mason Brook.
Airstream electrical wiring recall
Airstream
(Oct. 26, 2015) - Airstream is recalling vehicles that may have electrical wiring connections that were not properly tightened and an interior wiring harness grounding wire that was installed incorrectly.

Chinese-market Chevrolet Lova RV
(Oct. 29, 2015) - On Oct. 14, Chevrolet revealed the exterior of its Chinese market Lova RV. Now Chevy's taken the wraps off the interior.
Coco Sweet revolutionizes glamping
(Oct. 26, 2015) - Coco Sweet - it may not revolutionize the world of holiday homes but this novel Gallic approach to glamping certainly stole the show at the Westcountry Static Caravan and Motorhome Show.
Glamping helps mother become debt free
(Oct. 29, 2015) - A mother-of-two who launched a glamping business, in Norwich, England, on her credit card four years ago is now debt free and turning a healthy profit.
Travelworld Motorhomes hosts Halloween Extravaganza
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(Oct. 27, 2015) - A Shropshire-based motorhome company is planning to scare its customers with a chilling event displaying the all-new 2016 Hymer motorhome models.
The Carvan Club helps with WWI project
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(Oct. 27, 2015) - The Caravan Club has partnered with the National Motor Museum to deliver the commemorative project 'Caravans & Charabancs - Leisure Motoring after the First World War', supported by the Heritage Lottery Fund (HLF).
Coachman enjoys best year yet
Coachman Caravans
(Oct. 28, 2015) - Coachman Caravans has had its best year yet at the national Motorhome and Caravan Show, selling more than 450 caravans with a retail value of �10.5 million.


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