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Optronics debuts LED stop, tail, turn, backup lamp
(Feb. 24, 2016) - The new Fusion lamp is 25 percent smaller and includes new, optimized, circuitry that hosts both red and white LEDs on a single board, and a patent-pending optical design.
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.




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RV shipments off to a great start in 2016

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Patrick Industries CEO sold 29,581 shares of stock

Companies focus on innovation as technology changes

Fretz RV wins Top Dealer Award from DealerRater

Johnson Outdoors to hold annual shareholder meeting

LKQ Pick Your Part self-service scrap yard to close

Flexsteel Industries vice president sells 11,880 shares

James Moneymaker, son of AIM Wholesale owners, died

REV Group seen as savior for Nevada city

4Q GDP revised up to 1 percent

Airstream plans art exhibit

HSM Transportation Services goes dealer direct

Podcast 84: Tom Derzypolski from BowStern

 
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RV shipments off to a great start in 2016
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(Feb. 26, 2016) - "This was the largest January shipment total in 10 years and the second best start to a year since 1973," said Baker, noting it was the best start for motorhomes in 11 years.
Global RV market report now available
(Feb. 26, 2016) - This report entitled "Global Recreational Vehicle Market: with Focus on The United States (2016-2020)", provides the detailed analysis of the US recreational vehicle industry and its segments. The global RV market analysis is also provided in this report, which includes global RV market by volume, by segments and by region.
Patrick Industries CEO sold 29,581 shares of stock
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(Feb. 26, 2016) - Patrick Industries Chief Executive Officer Todd M. Cleveland sold 29,581 shares of the firm's stock in a transaction on Feb. 22.
Companies focus on innovation as technology changes
(Feb. 26, 2016) - Not every customer will be an early adapter, but if a company shows it's an innovator, that sends a message. "People want to be a part of that new cutting-edge thing," Vice President of sales at Keystone RV Jeff Runels said, even if that means perusing the sparkly new offering and, in the end, going with the tried and true.
Fretz RV wins Top Dealer Award from DealerRater
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(Feb. 26, 2016) - Souderton-based RV dealership, Fretz RV, has been chosen as 2016 Dealer of the Year by review website DealerRater.com. Fretz RV is one of the largest RV dealers in Pennsylvania and serves customers in nearby states including New Jersey, Delaware, and New York, a release from the dealership stated.

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Johnson Outdoors to hold annual shareholder meeting
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(Feb. 26, 2016) - Johnson Outdoors will hold its annual shareholder meeting on March 2 beginning at 10:00 a.m. Central Time at the company's global headquarters in Racine, Wis.
LKQ Pick Your Part self-service scrap yard to close
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(Feb. 26, 2016) - LKQ Pick Your Part in Candia, N.H., has decided to shutter its self-service yard at 134 Raymond Road where customers have been able to remove auto parts from vehicles on the 22-acre site on their own for discounted prices.
Flexsteel Industries vice president sells 11,880 shares
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(Feb. 26, 2016) - Flexsteel Industries Vice President Timothy E. Hall sold 11,880 shares of the business's stock in a transaction on Feb. 24 for a total of $484,941.60.
James Moneymaker, son of AIM Wholesale owners, died
(Feb. 26, 2016) - James "Jay" Cecil Moneymaker died Feb. 20 after a three-year battle with cancer. He was the son of Sylvia and Larry Koppen, owners of Aim Wholesale.


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REV Group seen as savior for Nevada city
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(Feb. 26, 2016) - The 11.3-acre center is located in the company's major market for motorhome registration since 2009. City officials believe the project will be a major asset to the city and its economy, The Spectrum reported.
4Q GDP revised up to 1 percent
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(Feb. 26, 2016) - "The slightly stronger fourth-quarter reading, nonetheless, continued to indicate a slowdown in growth following gains of 3.9 percent and 2.0 percent in the second and third quarters, respectively," said Nye.
Airstream plans art exhibit
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(Feb. 26, 2016) - Some of America's most important living painters will exhibit their work in Shelby County this spring. Airstream will host a Fine Art Invitational from May 31 to June 5 at its headquarters in Jackson Center.
HSM Transportation Services goes dealer direct
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(Feb. 25, 2016) - "We've decided we could be more efficient by bringing distribution back under our umbrella," he added. "Our goal is to be a very responsive manufacturer and we just wanted more control over the products in the pipeline."
Podcast 84: Tom Derzypolski from BowStern
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(Feb. 25, 2016) - Derzypolski says the industry has matured and, in doing so, is becoming more attractive to more people. He describes trends among RV buyers and users, and touches on how digital media is playing a tremendous role in trip planning and purchase decisions. He also offers some advice as to how RV-related businesses could best put this data to use in making strategic changes to what they offer and how they reach RV consumers.


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RV Park owner help rescue tornado victims' pets
(Feb. 26, 2016) - The owner of the Sugar Hill RV Park in Convent, La., that was devastated Tuesday by a tornado is taking in lost pets until they can be reunited with their owners.
OSHA cites RV campground for electrical hazards
(Feb. 26, 2016) - A New York campground is facing $187,000 in proposed penalties from federal workplace safety regulators for electrical hazards.
Upgrades coming for Jubilee Park campsites
(Feb. 26, 2016) - Leduc County, Alberta, council approved upgrades for Jubilee Park's camping grounds at Wizard Lake at its Feb. 9 meeting.
DNR sells land that governor said to get rid of
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(Feb. 26, 2016) - The Department of Natural Resources has been instructed by Gov. Scott Walker and the Legislature to sell 10,000 acres of state-owned land by June 30, 2017.
National Geographic to promote Mississippi River counties
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(Feb. 26, 2016) - People from around the area welcomed National Geographic on Thursday to the activity center at Columbus-Belmont State Park. The magazine wants to promote Kentucky's four Mississippi river counties.
NPS director reprimanded for 'ethics' violation
National Park Service
(Feb. 26, 2016) - National Park Service Director Jon Jarvis was reprimanded for intentionally skirting the Interior Department's Ethics Office to write a book for an association contractually tied to the park service, National Parks Traveler reported.

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Away returns with three new ads
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(Feb. 26, 2016) - Three new versions of the popular Go RVing "Away" ads will feature a female narrator because research that shows 80 percent of RV purchase decisions are influenced by women, the RV Industry Association reported.
Sacramento Boat Show & Off Road Expo and Spring RV Show combine
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(Feb. 26, 2016) - Sacramento Boat Show & Off-Road Exposition and the Sacramento Spring RV Show are combining. "One ticket, two shows!" The two shows cover a million square feet.
Greater Atlanta RV Show brings the latest products
(Feb. 26, 2016) - The Greater Atlanta RV Show opens March 4, at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta. Attendees have the opportunity to shop hundreds of towable and motorized RVs from the top manufacturers and are sure to find the RV of their dreams in time for their next outdoor adventure, all in one place.
Campers World RV Show to be held in York, Pa.
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(Feb. 26, 2016) - The 2016 Campers World RV Show will be held at the York Expo Grounds March 11-13. The show is in its 38th year and the event promises to be bigger and better than ever with over 130,000 square feet of indoor display space, a release from the organization stated.
5-year-old rescued from burning wreckage of RV
(Feb. 26, 2016) - Police are looking for a couple who saved a 5-year-old girl from a burning motorhome after a crash between the motorhome and commercial truck in Linn County, Ore.
Campfire Experience to help people enjoy outdoors
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(Feb. 26, 2016) - Campfire Experience rents Teardrop campers and Sibley canvas tents to weekend warriors who want to flee the city for a couple of days. The venture was founded by Amy Gillespie.
RV, camping show coming to R.I. Convention Center
(Feb. 26, 2016) - Spring may not be exactly round the corner, but anyone can start dreaming about the outdoor life by attending the Rhode Island RV & Camping Show, which opens at the Convention Center on March 4.
The eco-friendly camper by Wohnwagon
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(Feb. 26, 2016) - All developed by Wohnwagon, these little homes feature their own off-the-grid electricity, waste and water systems. It's all done with recycled materials, and it's then designed to create a slick-looking trailer.
Snowmobile pulls camper trailer on frozen lake
(Feb. 26, 2016) - This do-it-yourself ice fisherman modified his ageing snowmobile to power a small road trailer. In a video, he shows off the camper, and then proudly takes off across the lake.
Wally Byams's dream began in 1931
Airstream
(Feb. 26, 2016) - In 1931, Airstream began with Wally Byams's dream: to build a travel trailer that would move like a stream of air, be light enough to be towed by a car and create first-class accommodations anywhere.
That's an Airstream on top of a Ravenswood building
Airstream
(Feb. 26, 2016) - Anyone who's ever ridden the Brown Line between the Montrose and Damen stations, or stood on the north end of the Montrose station platform, you may have noticed a puzzling sight: an Airstream trailer parked atop a Ravenswood building just feet from the tracks.

Auto-Sleepers announced the Corinium motorhome
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(Feb. 26, 2016) - Auto-Sleepers have announced the all-new Corinium motorhome range, on display now at the Caravan, Camping & Motorhome Show 2016.
Five spots for camping in Scotland during break
(Feb. 26, 2016) - With the Easter holidays coming up soon, camping is a great thing to do with the kids while they're off school. Keep them busy with activities such as biking while allowing them to see and experience some of the beautiful outdoors that Scotland has to offer.
Back to nature at Blackberry Flats in New Zealand
(Feb. 26, 2016) - Anyone looking for an authentic natural camping site that takes them back to their childhood experiences, look no further than Blackberry Flats Campground in Waharau Regional Park. It's an electronic device-free zone.
Flow Camper captures the spirit of the VW camper bus
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(Feb. 26, 2016) - A new camper van from German van converter Martin Hemp looks like a far more fitting tribute to the original Type 2s. The T6-based Flow Camper captures the "freedom and love" spirit of 1960s-era VW campers while outfitting road trippers with a modular set of modern camping equipment.


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