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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.
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.




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Meyer Distributing expands Portland, Ore., warehouse
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(Feb. 29, 2016) - "Our inventory breadth is a significant advantage, and many dealers have been using us for those difficult-to-find items and are starting to benefit on more common items from our local Portland stock as well," said Braun.



OPINION: Distributors need to disclose orders to suppliers
Win win strategy
(Feb. 29, 2016) - It is unreasonable for a wholesale distributor to think it can spring a big order on a supplier and expect the firm to deliver without adequate time to manufacture the widgets and prepare them for shipping.

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Prime Time partners with Indonesian supplier
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(Feb. 29, 2016) - Prime Time Manufacturing has entered into an exclusive sourcing partnership with Indonesia's P.T. Tanjung, a world provider of 2.7-millimeter plywood panels.
Alliance Coach of Lake Park, Ga. promotes new business manager
Alliance Coach
(Feb. 29, 2016) - Alliance Coach RV Sales and Service is announced the promotion of Macy Plemmons to the position of business manager of the Lake Park, Ga., location. Plemmons comes from a family that has been successfully doing business in the RV industry since the 1950s.
Vintage Cruiser powers production climb for Gulf Stream
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(Feb. 29, 2016) - "Dealers are raving about the traffic-generating power of our lightweight products, but are even more excited about their robust sales performance," said Denning.
Lance, RVIA present camper to California Show winner
Vic Finegold, left, accepts the keys to a new 2016 Lance 1575 ultra-light travel trailer from Tom Gaither, RVIA western show director; Bob Rogers, director of marketing for Lance Campers, and Blake Shrofe, KTLA account executive.
(Feb. 29, 2016) - When Victor Finegold, of Santa Clarita, Calif., attended the 63rd California RV Show Oct. 17, he filled out the sweepstakes entry form, as did 10,000 other people, not knowing he would become the winner.
Park model shipments decline 3.2 percent in 2015
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(Feb. 29, 2016) - "The entire decline in units shipped can be traced to units less than 8.5 feet wide," said Matt Wald, RVIA's executive director of park model RVs.

Winegard Roadtrip T4 -- Smaller, quieter in-motion satellite

RVIA's annual meeting begins today
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TUCSON, Ariz. - When RVIA members gather this week for the 2016 Annual Meeting, they will do so at the Ritz-Carlton Dove Mountain Resort just outside of Tucson. The setting is a fitting one for an industry that has climbed its way back to the top after declining from 2007 through 2009 when the economy ...
LCI acquires assets from Flair Interiors
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(Feb. 29, 2016) - Drew Industries Incorporated announced that its wholly-owned subsidiary, Lippert Components, Inc. (LCI), has acquired certain assets and business from Flair Interiors, a manufacturer of RV furniture with locations in Goshen and Fort Wayne, Ind. Sales of the acquired business for 2015 were approximately $25 million.
New Winnebago chief executive officer talks goals
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(Feb. 29, 2016) - Although many good things have been happening at Winnebago Industries, it's time to do great things, according to the company's new chief executive officer and president.
Low Canadian dollar, fuel costs boosting RV industry
(Feb. 29, 2016) - "Sales in Alberta have been down a bit, but they've had shows where the market hasn't been as terrible as they thought. But it is definitely down. In Saskatchewan, we've been maintaining a good level," Co-Owner of Oakes Centre RV Mall, Scott Engele said.


Thetford introduces the Titan sewer hose.

Born Free RVs stay warm with Aqua-Hot
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(Feb. 29, 2016) - Born Free builds Class C motorhomes, with many customers choosing Aqua-Hot Heating Systems for their coaches, a release from the company stated.
Patrick Industries aquires Parkland Plastics
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(Feb. 29, 2016) - Patrick Industries announced today that it has completed the acquisition of the business and certain assets of Middlebury, Indiana-based Parkland Plastics, Inc.
LKQ to acquire Pittsburgh Glass Works for $635 million
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(Feb. 29, 2016) - LKQ Corporation announced that it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Pittsburgh Glass Works from private equity firm Kohlberg and Company and PPG Industries, Inc. for an enterprise value of $635 million.
Eaton, Cummins expand joint powertrain efforts
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(Feb. 29, 2016) - Eaton Corp. and Cummins Inc. plan to offer a new heavier-duty rating for their joint Smart Advantage powertrain in the third quarter this year, along with other several other joint powertrain combinations aimed at the heavy-haul trucking segment starting in April.
VW camper van makes a comeback in the kitchen
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(Feb. 29, 2016) - Volkswagen gave the OK to a retro toaster and kettle bearing the classic VW logo and camper van look, and Chip Chick reported that neither need to be kicked repeatedly to work.


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RV park raises money for Homes for our Troops USA
(Feb. 29, 2016) - Country Roads R.V. Village is helping to raise money for young veterans that have lost limbs from the war in Iraq and Afghanistan.
Campground could become a reality
(Feb. 29, 2016) - The Williamson Utility Board made a motion to sign an agreement allowing the Parks and Recreation Committee to move forward with a waterline project to provide water and sewer to a campground for the Williamson, W.Va., area.
Board looks to possible expand Angel Cove campground
(Feb. 29, 2016) - The Branch County Parks Board is taking the first step in possibly expanding the county's Angel Cove Campground near Craig Lake. The board will hold a public hearing March 3 at 9 a.m. to get public input on the possible purchase of 4.1 acres adjacent to the campground on the Coldwater River.
Reservations for California camping starts Tuesday
(Feb. 29, 2016) - A series of target moments arrive at 7, 8 and 9 a.m. on March 1 for campsite reservations at state parks across California - including Point Reyes National Seashore in Marin, trail camps in the Santa Cruz Mountains and national forests in the Sierra Nevada - with other key dates imminent for Yosemite National Park.
Campers prepare for opening day at state park
(Feb. 29, 2016) - They say all you need is a rod and a line to enjoy the great outdoors. And this Tuesday, visitors to Roaring River State Park in Missouri will be able to do just that.

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Are your lead-acid batteries ready for spring?
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(Feb. 29, 2016) - RV owners who don't use a battery charger of maintainer with Pulse Technology over the winter storage period can anticipate sluggish or dead batteries come spring, PulseTech reported in a press release.
March RV Consumer focuses on spring maintenance
March RV Consumer cover
(Feb. 29, 2016) - Readers can get a jump on their RV spring maintenance checks, find out if their RV awnings are ready for another camping season, and read Publisher Mark Polk's list of the Top 10 consumables to keep in their RVs.
Diamondbacks player lives in 42-foot RV
(Feb. 29, 2016) - Chafin is the owner of a Keystone Fuzion RV, a 42-foot, fifth-wheel toy hauler. He's renting space at a local RV park for spring training, then will move his rolling home to a different location in town once the season starts in April, the Arizona Republic reported.
Open Range RV recalled safety chains
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(Feb. 29, 2016) - The affected vehicles are equipped with safety chains on the A-frame that are rated for 11,700lbs instead of being rated equal to, or greater than, the gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) of the travel trailer.
Volunteers begin clean up in Convent after tornado
(Feb. 29, 2016) - Dozens of volunteers centered their work on Water Tower Street, located just blocks from the Sugar Hill RV Park, where two people died in Tuesday's tornado. While some volunteers collected and sorted trash at the plots of former trailer homes, others went door-to-door, dropping off meals and water to storm victims.
4-year-old boy dies after drowning in RV park pool
(Feb. 29, 2016) - A young boy, just 4-years-old, drowned in a community pool at the RV Park at Lake Pleasant, according to officials with the Peoria Fire Department.
Irricana schedules RV public hearing
(Feb. 29, 2016) - A public hearing regarding proposed amendments to RV parking in the Irricana Land Use Bylaw has been scheduled for the March 21 Irricana Town council meeting.
Police ask for help in preventing RV dumping
(Feb. 29, 2016) - The Clearlake, Calif., Police Department is asking for the community's assistance in being on the lookout for people responsible for dumping recreational vehicles.
RV and camping show wraps up
(Feb. 29, 2016) - The RV and Camping show wrapped up at the QCCA Expo Center, in Rock Island, Ill., Sunday. Thousand spent the weekend looking latest campers and outdoor equipment. Organizers said this year's event was a big success.


Get a hand up to your Moto-Trek motorhome
(Feb. 29, 2016) - Moto-Trek has launched a motorised step to help you get into your motorhome. The Personal Access Life is a compact innovative internal lift that is designed to assist users with reduced mobility.
New motorhome park opens in Te Anau
(Feb. 29, 2016) - On Saturday afternoon, Southland District councillor Ebel Kremer cut the ribbon to open the new Alpine Park camp area, owned and managed by the New Zealand Motorhome Caravan Association.
Freedom camping wardens being aggressive
(Feb. 29, 2016) - Tekapo freedom camping wardens have been accused of behaving aggressively towards campers, but the Mackenzie District Council says wardens have to use "robust behavior" to deal with some difficult visitors.
Campers can be a glamper, scamper or tramper
(Feb. 29, 2016) - Campgrounds across Auckland will be turning on a Big Camp Out weekend of activities and camping opportunities on 5 and 6 March to celebrate 50 years of regional parks, but the biggest question on everyone's lips this week is, "Just what kind of camper are you?"
Calling all VW camper van fans
(Feb. 29, 2016) - The fourth annual Volkswagen car show will be held at Harrogate's Great Yorkshire Showground next week.


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