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Velvac to launch Road-iQ at National RV Trade Show
(Nov. 23, 2015) - Road-iQ brings motorhome users the connectivity and intelligence they have come to expect from luxury automobiles, but adds enhanced vision, recording, and security features uniquely suited to improving the safety and convenience of the RV experience, said Hughes.
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Hubbell's GFCI receptacles meet new requirements
(Nov. 20, 2015) - Hubbell introduces new GFCI devices that meet 2015 UL 943 requirements, automatically monitoring functionality every three hours or less.
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Optronics introduces One LED backup lights
(Nov. 17, 2015) - "The advantages of LED vehicle lighting, as well as the shortcomings of traditional incandescent lighting, are well known throughout the industry," said Johnson. "Unfortunately, with LED lamps priced at about four to six times the cost of incandescent lamps, cost has posed a barrier, and our new one LED back-up lamps remove that barrier."
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Transfer Flow introduces 100-gallon auxiliary tank
(Nov. 17, 2015) - The Hauler is based on customer requests for more gallons available in a commercial-grade tank, the release noted, adding that it is available for 2000 to 2015 model year full-size Dodge Ram, Ford and GM diesel pickups with 8-foot beds.
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Ecocamel enters RV market with shower products
(Nov. 12, 2015) - Using "aircore technology," the products draw air in through intakes and mixes with with water to increase the water pressure in recreation vehicles. This works to conserve water in the RVs and energy as well. A flow regulator limits water flow to a maximum of 2.11 gallons (8 liters) per minute.
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Scissor Deck offers lifts for sidewall, roof maintenance
(Nov. 10, 2015) - The company noted it designed easy powered lifts to answer the RV industries' call for safe access to RV rooftops for maintenance work. The lifts are rated for 500 pounds, and can be raised to RV roof height and lowered with use of a powered drill/driver.
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Origen introduces the RV SnapPad
(Nov. 6, 2015) - SnapPad supports more than 10,000 pounds per foot across any and all terrains, including asphalt, concrete, grass, gravel, mud, resin, ice and snow. It is resistant against water, heat, oil, tar, mud, and all other environmental hazards. SnapPad won't crack, split, chip or break under pressure.
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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.
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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.
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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."
 

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7,500 expected for National RV Trade Show

Meyer Distributing honored for export success

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Winnebago looks promising

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Truma's Christkindlemarkt makes return appearance

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Couple blames dealer, manufacturer for defective RV
(Nov. 24, 2015) - A Livingston, Tex., couple sues RV manufacturers and sellers, alleging they purchased a defective RV.
Lemonis schools struggling owner on 'ego and pride'
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(Nov. 26, 2015) - One of Marcus Lemonis's biggest pet peeves is an entrepreneur who risks other people's money without having any "skin in the game," Inc. magazine reported. "That's where pride turns to ego," Lemonis told Inc. "There are plenty of people who do not deserve the help. Like J. Wolf."
Dicor to introduce breakthrough products
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(Nov. 24, 2015) - "Our product teams have been working diligently with our customers and worldwide resources these past months, and our people are set to show the most exciting new and evolved products in our 32-year history," said Fore.
Cummins employees receive pink slips
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(Nov. 23, 2015) - Cummins Inc. employees in Columbus began receiving word late last week that their positions have been eliminated, a company spokesman said.
Jason Lippert unloaded 2800 shares
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(Nov. 25, 2015) - Company insider, Jason Lippert, chief executive officer of Drew Industries unloaded a total of 2,800 shares of the firm, calculated based on $59.8 for share.
Charles Lindbergh's trailer joins Hall of Fame
Lindbergh travel trailer
(Nov. 25, 2015) - The Lindbergh trailer valued at approximately $200,000 was donated to the museum by Californian Dennis Gibbs. Gibbs said that the trailer was custom built and owned by Charles Lindbergh, and it has never been refurbished and is in its original condition.
7,500 expected for National RV Trade Show
(Nov. 26, 2015) - The three-day show, produced annually by the Recreational Vehicle Industry Association, is expected to draw about 7,500 attendees and generate an estimated $6.6 million in local economic impact, the Courier-Journal noted.

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Meyer Distributing honored for export success
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(Nov. 23, 2015) - Meyer Distributing, Roush Performance and Mustang Dynamometer have participated in at least one of SEMA's business trips over the past year and have increased their sales to either China, the Middle East or both markets. The firms accounted for a portion of nearly $74 million in export sales by participants in one or more of the SEMA orchestrated trips, the release noted.
Norcold gives RV refrigerator benefits at RVIA
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(Nov. 25, 2015) - RV dealers and manufacturers can learn more about Norcold's "Freedom Unplugged" campaign, which illustrates the benefits of "real" RV refrigeration, when they visit Booth 269 in the North Wing Lobby at the RVIA Show in Louisville next week.
Winnebago looks promising
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(Nov. 27, 2015) - Sarah Nielsen, chief financial officer of Winnebago, commented, "Fiscal 2015 results were driven by strong performance in our class B and C motorized products as well as significantly improved results from the towables group, where both revenue and operating income grew."
Affinity RV named top 50 in North America
(Nov. 24, 2015) - RVBusiness magazine recently named local dealership Affinity RV Service, Sales & Rental as one of its 2015 Top 50 RV Dealers in North America
Lance announces big plans for Louisville
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(Nov. 26, 2015) - "Great product that creates strong consumer demand will always be the key to success. We are not planning on resting on our laurels," said Conley. "In addition to our all new 650 truck camper, designed for half-ton, short bed trucks, we will be introducing two all new ultra-light travel trailer models.
Space available in NRVIA's Learn by Doing courses
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(Nov. 26, 2015) - The National RV Inspector's Association today announced space is still available for the remaining 2015 Learn by Doing courses. These courses are advanced training for people interested in becoming RV inspectors.
Jayco adding to customer service space
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(Nov. 25, 2015) - Jayco has broken ground on a building project to add 36,000 square feet to its parts warehouse area of its customer service department.

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Velvac to launch Road-iQ at National RV Trade Show
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(Nov. 23, 2015) - Road-iQ brings motorhome users the connectivity and intelligence they have come to expect from luxury automobiles, but adds enhanced vision, recording, and security features uniquely suited to improving the safety and convenience of the RV experience, said Hughes.
Thetford's new Sani-Con Turbo showcased at RVIA
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(Nov. 23, 2015) - RV dealers and manufacturers can see exactly how Thetford Corporation's new Sani-Con Turbo works when they visit the company's new location in the North Wing Lobby, Booth 269, at the RVIA Show in Louisville next week.
Lazydays offers RV Armor
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(Nov. 24, 2015) - "RV Armor offers a better product that fits right in with the needs of our customers - protecting their investment from the top down," said Fleming. "We're thrilled to add RV Armor to the lineup of products and services we provide."
Truma's Christkindlemarkt makes return appearance
Staff members transform the 2014 Truma display into a German Christmas wonderland.
(Nov. 24, 2015) - Truma will spread Christmas spirit Dec. 2 at the National RV Trade Show in Louisville, Ky. The Truma booth will transform into a traditional setting for a German Christmas market from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. when tasty German lebkuchen (gingerbread) and glühwein (hot spiced wine) will be offered.
Pleasure-Way to debut twin bed floorplan at RVIA
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(Nov. 25, 2015) - Pleasure-Way Industries announced the introduction of their first twin bed Mercedes Benz Sprinter wide-body motorhome - the Pleasure-Way Plateau XLTD.
Roadtrek to host dealer meet and greet
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(Nov. 24, 2015) - All dealers, including current Roadtrek dealers as well as any dealer interested in adding Roadtrek to their existing line up, are encouraged to come, meet with the Roadtrek sales team, view the product lineup and enjoy some musical entertainment and refreshments Dec. 2 from 1:30 to 5:30 p.m.

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National Parks IMAX movie opens in February
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WASHINGTON - As America gets ready to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the National Park Service next year, the movie National Parks Adventure takes audiences on the ultimate off-trail experience into America's great outdoors. Immersive IMAX 3D cinematography takes viewers soaring over red rock canyons, up craggy mountain peaks that touch the clouds and into ...
Campground decks hot topic with board
(Nov. 23, 2015) - Harrison Selectmen and Vacationland Campground in Bridgton, Maine, are negotiating an agreement to correct a Shoreland Zoning violation that neither side was aware of - entrance decks to campers on lakefront lots.
Jersey City mayor vows to block state park expansion
(Nov. 26, 2015) - "We're basically telling any company interested in coming in and developing in Liberty State that we will do everything we can to make sure the process goes exceedingly slow," Fulop told NorthJersey.com.
Three Ohio parks see benefits of being a Jellystone park
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(Nov. 24, 2015) - Most segments of the U.S. economy have been taken over by corporations, particularly publicly-traded companies, a release from the Yogi Bear Jellystone Park press release. But the campground business remains independent and, for the most part, family owned and operated.
Massachusetts state parks free through Sunday
(Nov. 27, 2015) - Gov. Baker has announced that all entrance and parking fees to Massachusetts state parks will be waived through Sunday, Nov. 29.
Tips for increasing RV club business at campgrounds
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(Nov. 23, 2015) - One of the best sources of business for campgrounds is RV clubs, but many park operators don't necessarily know how to target these groups, a press release from the California Association of RV Parks and Campgrounds (CalARVC) reported.
44 of 49 state parks reach free pass limit
(Nov. 27, 2015) - A San Francisco nonprofit announced there are only 44 out of 49 California state parks that have free passes left on Black Friday.
Park district liable in $3 million verdict
(Nov. 24, 2015) - An Alameda County, Calif., jury ruled against the East Bay Regional Park District, finding it legally liable for a 10-year-old boy's severe burns at a park campsite.
Applications accepted for seasonal camping
(Nov. 23, 2015) - Applications now being accepted for the 2016 Seasonal Camping Program at Land Between The Lakes National Recreation Area in Kentucky.
Colorado state parks are free on Friday
(Nov. 26, 2015) - Colorado joins Arizona, California, Kansas and Minnesota and other states, as well as a number of outdoor recreation retailers and other businesses across the country, in encouraging people to get outdoors following the Thanksgiving holiday.

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Man fell off 120 foot cliff while camping
(Nov. 23, 2015) - A camper in pursuit of a great view was nearly killed after choosing a precarious spot to set up camp.
BuyMyMotorhome.com offers unique package
(Nov. 27, 2015) - Buy My Motorhome promises to buy any motorhome or recreational vehicle of any age and with any kind of mileage for the fairest possible price, no questions asked.
Glamping at a seaside shelter
(Nov. 24, 2015) - Designed by Lumou Architects, 50 compact, beachside shelters are scattered along the coast of South Fyn Archipelago in Denmark, each a stones throw away from the sea.
Men guilty of attack on campers
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Living the dream in motorhome
(Nov. 24, 2015) - The writer at Eastern Daily Press shared his experience living the dream in his motorhome.
Couple left with nothing after RV is stolen
(Nov. 24, 2015) - A couple who were planning to drive to Italy in their motorhome for a holiday of a lifetime have been left with "virtually nothing" after it was stolen from under their noses in London earlier this week - a day before they set off for a holiday of a lifetime.
Newport Caravans has new premises
(Nov. 24, 2015) - Newport Caravans has expanded into large, new, purpose-built premises close to its existing base in Newport, with a £550,000 investment in a bespoke body shop and repairs hub.
New Zealand city clamps down on freedom campers
(Nov. 26, 2015) - The Christchurch City Council voted to adopt the new by-law today which restricts those with toilets on board vehicles to a maximum of two nights stay around large parts of the city, and designates just three places where those without toilets can stay, Radio New Zealand reported.
Crackdown on illegal campers along Tweed Coast
(Nov. 26, 2015) - There will be a concentrated blitz this summer, when levels of illegal camping are believed to be at their highest, and council rangers have already stepped up the level of monitoring along that land, Vince Connell, director of planning, told Echo Net Daily.

BuyMyMotorhome.com offers unique package
(Nov. 27, 2015) - Buy My Motorhome promises to buy any motorhome or recreational vehicle of any age and with any kind of mileage for the fairest possible price, no questions asked.
Animal center fears holiday park plans
(Nov. 27, 2015) - Fears have been raised that a Porth holiday park's plans to expand could threaten the future of a nearby dog rehoming and rescue center.
Wildlife service targets campers
(Nov. 27, 2015) - Kenya Wildlife Service is targeting couples as it seeks to rev up domestic tourism numbers by opening up less-visited national parks and reserves.
Discover glamping in bushland retreats
(Nov. 27, 2015) - There was a time when the bushland retreat was an old shack, or a converted bungalow set on a remote block where families could escape for the weekend. But now there's glamping.
Wellington council eyes park as campground
(Nov. 27, 2015) - Wellington, New Zealand, City Council is eyeing the middle of Kilbirnie for a campground as it scrambles to find suburbs happy to take campers.


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