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Mirror Bright launches Mirror Bright Wheel Cleaner
(Feb. 17, 2016) - Mirror Bright by Meguiar's today launched Mirror Bright Wheel Cleaner, a new, go-to solution for car guys who are looking for a product that is reliable and safe for all types of wheel surfaces, a release from the group stated.
PulseTech debuts Plug-and-Charge solar charger maintainer
(Feb. 15, 2016) - Fleet managers and sales dealers for buses, trucks, heavy construction equipment as well as RV owners can eliminate jump starts and extend battery life with the new SP-5 OTR Solar Charger Maintainer-a new five Watt system that utilizes a temporary plug-in instead of a permanent, more complicated installation.
Shurhold introduces Serious Shine
(Feb. 10, 2016) - Shurhold has introduced its new Serious Shine product, which makes short work of maintenance by cleaning, polishing and protecting in one step, a release from the company stated.
Huggins release new book targeting new RVers
(Feb. 9, 2016) - "We have put down as much of our experience and knowledge as we can remember, along with research and materials from others, to give people a glimpse at the awesome lifestyle that awaits them when they use an RV," said John Huggins.
Air Lift reengineers Loadlifter 5000 kits
(Feb. 1, 2016) - Air Lift Company has reengineered its heavy-duty LoadLifter 5000 and LoadLifter 5000 Ultimate air spring kits to support and protect late model Ford F-250 and F-350 pickup trucks. The redesigned heavy-duty air spring kits feature a new lower bracket assembly to make them quicker and easier to install, a release from the company stated.
Roadmaster introduces 'all-in-one' wiring kits
(Jan. 26, 2016) - The kits use a system of diodes to allow the towed vehicle to accept the motorhome's taillight, brake light and turn signals while preventing electrical feedback and the damage it can cause to both vehicles' electronics.
Winegard's new Carryout G2+ now available
(Jan. 26, 2016) - Winegard has announced the Carryout G2+. It's an automatic satellite TV antenna perfect for on-the-move RVers, a release from the organization stated. The Carryout G2+ is available now.
King offers portable satellite antenna carry bag
(Jan. 26, 2016) - The King portable satellite antenna carry bag protects and stores a King Tailgater or Quest antenna when not in use.
Winegard launches RoadTrip T4 in-motion satellite dish
(Jan. 20, 2016) - The roof mounted antenna, which lets families enjoy live TV while traveling down the road, works with DISH, DIRECTV and Bell TV programming.
BOLT trailer hitch padlock uses car key to unlock
(Jan. 20, 2016) - "Because the Padlock uses a vehicle's ignition key, it saves users valuable time by ensuring they'll never get to their destination and not be able to unlock and use their gear," said Garcia.
Meguiar debuts Mirror Bright detailing spray
(Jan. 19, 2016) - Mirror Bright by Meguiar's introduces Mirror Bright Detailing Spray, a new product within a recently launched line of automobile appearance care products developed to meet the needs of both seasoned and next generation car people, a release from the organization stated.
Triple E introduces the Wonder Class B
(Jan. 15, 2016) - "Many people tell us they wish they could find an affordable way to head out on the road while enjoying the contemporary style and comfort of their home," said Elias. "The Wonder is a game-changer from the chassis up, and we couldn't be more excited to share the details."
Briggs & Stratton introduces new outdoor generator
(Jan. 14, 2016) - Equipped with parallel capabilities, it can be tethered together with either a second P2200 or a P3000 inverter for additional quiet, consistent power.


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RV Daily Report changes press release publishing policy
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(Feb. 15, 2016) - In 2016, when information travels at the speed of light, companies better be darned well certain the story they submit to the press is the one they want to tell. Once a press release is published in our newsletter, it will remain published. Period.
Florida investor looking for RV service center owner/operator
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(Feb. 19, 2016) - A Florida Investment group is in the final stages of building an RV service and storage facility near Melbourne, Fla., and is looking for a qualified RV service business to relocate or expand into their ready-built facility.
Meyer Distributing virtual show gets strong reception
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(Feb. 16, 2016) - "Yesterday was the first day of the show and we had twice as many RV dealers taking part in it than we were expecting," said Gramelspecher. "We had well over a dozen new RV dealers who had never ordered from us before."
Sunshine RV owner leaving Havasu after 25 years
(Feb. 18, 2016) - Bob and Judy Jobe have sold recreational vehicles in Lake Havasu City for more than 20 years. They've helped vacationers from across the U.S., Canada and throughout the world on their journeys - and now the Jobes have begun a journey of their own.
RV Daily Report releases 2016 travel schedule
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(Feb. 19, 2016) - "These are the locations at which I'm planning to park the RV, but I'm happy to jump in my towed vehicle and drive a few hours from there for a great story," Gerber said.
Fore clarifies reasons behind HUD RV definition
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(Feb. 15, 2016) - "We, of course, have no control over how people use what they buy and owners are under no obligation to follow advisories," Fore added. "HUD was actually trying to control products by how they were used rather than by definition. RVIA has always, and continues to define by definition, not by use."
Winnebago offers branded SylvanSport trailers
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(Feb. 17, 2018) - SylvanSport's GO-Easy, an adventure-utility trailer, is now available at the Winnebago Outdoor store in Forest City, Iowa, and online.

 
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Date set for 2016 RVDA convention and expo
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(Feb. 19, 2016) - The 2016 theme is "Gear Up for Success" and the RVDA Convention/Expo takes place Nov. 7 to 11 at Bally's on the Las Vegas strip.
RV dealer may expand to vacant shopping center
(Feb. 16, 2016) - A local auto and recreational vehicle dealership could expand into a vacant shopping center on Upper Valley Pike in Springfield, Ohio, if approved by a city zoning board.
LKQ senior vice president sold $204,480 in stock
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(Feb. 18, 2016) - Based on an average price-per-share of $25.6, Victor Casini, the LKQ Corporation's senior vice president and general counsel unloaded 8,000 shares of Lkq Corp worth approx. $204,480.
PODCAST 83: Paris McNamara, founder of Finance Angels
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(Feb. 16, 2016) - Episode 83 of the RV Industry News podcast features an interview with Paris McNamara, the lead angel with Finance Angels. It's a new company she started to provide temporary staffing for RV dealership F&I offices.
Travel trailer reported stolen from Canadian dealer
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(Feb. 17, 2016) - The 2016 Northwoods Arctic Fox model 32A is white and blue with silver decals and bears vehicle identification number A3220G0143768.
MBA Rental School is sold out
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(Feb. 17, 2016) - "The rental market is going through the roof this year and dealers are busier than they've been in a long time," said Alanko, who expected 60 people to enroll. The class has 73 people registered now.
Ransomware payout points to huge business problem
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(Feb. 18, 2016) - During 2013, the number of attacks each month rose from 100,000 in January to 600,000 in December, according to a 2014 report by Symantec, the maker of antivirus software, Fox News reported.


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Lichtsinn RV recognized as number one dealer in Iowa
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(Feb. 17, 2016) - Lichtsinn RV has been recognized as the number one dealer of all motor homes in the state of Iowa for 2015. This represents the 14th consecutive year as Iowa's top selling motor home retailer.
FRVTA reports stolen travel trailer
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(Feb. 19, 2016) - The stolen unit is a 2016 Tab Tabitha with a vehicle identification number of 57HTT15S0GS000361.
Navistar alleges BJG Logistics owes $1 million
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(Feb. 19, 2016) - Navistar is suing a Louisiana transportation company, alleging it owes more than $1 million the defendant defaulted on.
Outdoors Geek doubles its workspace for glamping
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(Feb. 18, 2016) - Outdoors Geek founder Will Marquardt realized, as he approaches $1 million in revenue, that he needed to double his space. "We had about 3,500 square feet over there and we were packed in like sardines," he said. "Our budget called for 165 new tents this year and we didn't have any room for them. When you're a growing business and you're already in a cramped space, that's a problem."
Michigan man wins travel trailer in Golden Giveaway
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(Feb. 18, 2016) - Nicholas Barber of Roscommon, Mich., is the first instant winner of a new 2016 Coleman 262BH travel trailer valued at $18,000 in the Camping World and Good Sam Golden Giveaway. Barber received his lucky Golden Giveaway scratch-off ticket at the Houghton Lake, Mich., Camping World SuperCenter.

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Naples Motorcoach Resort sees rise in lot sales
(Feb. 17, 2016) - Naples Motorcoach Resort & Boat Club announced today a significant rise in demand for its RV lots, with a total of seven of its 184 lots having closed or being placed in escrow over the past two weeks alone.
KOA's top boss guiding company through new challenges
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(Feb. 19, 2016) - Pat Hittmeier's tenure at Kampgrounds of America Inc. dates back to an era when reservations were made using a landline telephone and family memories were captured on a Polaroid, the Billings Gazette reported.
All-inclusive RV resort taking shape in Virginia
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(Feb. 16, 2016) - Cape Charles, Va., has found itself home to a new RV campground and hotel set on the shores of the Chesapeake Bay.
Python could break world record at campground
(Feb. 19, 2016) - David Shealy is absolutely certain that the world's largest captive snake is living, quietly and carefree, behind glass at his Trail Lakes Campground.
19 Texas Parks score 10-10-10 ratings Good Sam directory
(Feb. 16, 2016) - Nineteen Texas campgrounds, RV parks and resorts have scored 10-10-10 ratings in the 2016 issue of the Good Sam RV Travel Guide and Campground Directory.
Rumors swirl after deposits returned on reservations
(Feb. 19, 2016) - Reports have surfaced that the U.S. Forest Service has been returning deposits made for campsite reservations this summer at the Fremont Lake Campground. Rumors have followed on the heels of those reports, fearing that the Fremont Lake Campground is going to be closed for the fourth summer in a row.
'Leave us out' of open-air burning issue
(Feb. 19, 2016) - Niagara Falls would be a "laughingstock" if its campgrounds moved away from wood-burning fires and towards other methods, such as propane, said the manager of Campark Resorts on Lundy's Lane.
Forest Service proposes relocating campsites
(Feb. 19, 2016) - Forest Service is seeking input on a proposed 10-year plan to relocate dozens of campsites and restore natural resources along Tripoli Road, an 11-mile, mostly gravel road through the White Mountain National Forest between Woodstock and Waterville Valley, N.H.
CONY's Don Bennett a guest on campground podast
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(Feb. 16, 2016) - Bennett describes what state associations can do for campground owners, and provides advice to them, as a fellow campground owner, on what a good state association should be doing, if it's not already doing so.
Death Valley expected to explode in color
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(Feb. 16, 2016) - Rangers at Death Valley National Park are expecting a rare "super bloom" of wildflowers to bring life to one of the most desolate places in North America.

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OPINION: RV voting rights is a Pandora's box
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(Feb. 18, 2016) - Until people actually live in a community to experience how a bunch of part-time, non-permanent "residents" can influence the outcome of local affairs for a very long time, they'll never truly understand the impact these large voting blocks can have.
Couple buys troubled RV
(Feb. 16, 2016) - A Mission, Tex., woman had plans to travel the country, but it turned into a nightmare. Her RV was in the shop for four months.
South Dakota tables RV voting measure
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(Feb. 18, 2016) - Tiezen said he is looking for a solution that "does, in fact, disenfranchise those folks that have no connection to South Dakota other than the fact that they rent a P.O. box here for financial gain."
Daytona 500 campers pay a premium for experience
(Feb. 16, 2016) - There are only a few more days until the Daytona 500, and that means the die-hard race fans are already camped and tailgating for the action that Speedweeks 2016 will bring to Daytona International Speedway and the surrounding areas of Volusia County.
Explosion, fire at Grants Pass trailer park
(Feb. 17, 2016) - According to Lieutenant Todd Moran of the Grants Pass Department of Public Safety, the investigation has not ruled out the possibility that hash oil or honey butane oil was being manufactured at the time of the explosion. It's a process that is extremely dangerous."
Man to serve maximum sentence for campsite killing
(Feb. 17, 2016) - Dwayne Alan Case might have saved the life of Elizabeth Gregg had he gotten immediate medical help for her after firing a broadhead tipped arrow into her abdomen at a remote campsite in Renville County on June 12.
South Dakota voter bill goes to committee
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(Feb. 16, 2016) - The Escapees Club has been notified that the South Dakota Senate Bill #164 entitled, "An act to revise certain residency requirements for voter registration," is scheduled to be heard in the Senate Affairs Committee Feb. 17 at 10 a.m.
Man arrested after standoff at RV park in Palmetto
(Feb. 19, 2016) - The Manatee County, Fla., Sheriff's Office arrested a man after an hours-long standoff at Fisherman's Cove, an RV resort in Palmetto.
Workamper News offers resume enhancements
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(Feb. 19, 2016) - With the first enhancement, photos are now included in emailed version of resumes. The second enhancement allows people to indicate they are interested in work as a gate guard.
Hunters fined after leaving outhouse at campsite
(Feb. 17, 2016) - A judge in Thunder Bay has fined four hunters from southern Ontario a combined $6,000 after they left an outhouse, stove, dock, and other debris at a remote northwestern Ontario campsite.

Campers use bikes to scare off bear
(Feb. 18, 2016) - This nerve-jangling footage shows the alarming moment a bear ominously circled a group of campers. In the video, the bear slowly approaches from the woods and then walks precariously close to the campers' tents, pitched next to a lake.
Solar Technology to offer range of solar solutions
(Feb. 19, 2016) - UK based engineering company Solar Technology International, has solar powered solutions designed to liberate motorhomers from the confines of the electric hook up this holiday season and beyond.
Two badly injured in campsite gas bottle explosion
(Feb. 16, 2016) - A woman and a teenager remain in hospital after being badly burnt after a gas bottle exploded at Rocky Point campsite north of Cairns, Australia last night.
Auto-Trail on display at NEC show
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(Feb. 18, 2016) - The Caravan, Camping and Motorhome Show is just around the corner and this February and Auto-Trail reports it will have many products on display, including the V-Line SE and Imala 730, both new for the 2016 season.
Campaign launched to clean up Wicked Campers
(Feb. 19, 2016) - Family First New Zealand has launched a campaign designed to pressure Wicked Campers in to removing offensive advertisements and messages on their campers which have been labeled sexist, misogynist and racist.
Live ammunition at national park still an issue
(Feb. 19, 2016) - Between November 2015 to present day, Gary Hampson-Tindale has found more than 30 live blanks at the Waikoko Campsite in the Kaimanawa Forest Park.

Caravan, motorhome sales up ten percent on last year
(Feb. 18, 2016) - The sale and dispatch of new touring caravans, motorhomes and caravan holiday homes in the UK increased by 10.3 per cent in 2015 compared to 2014, new statistics from the National Caravan Council (NCC) have revealed.
 


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