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Evelo offers the Aurora electric bicycle
(April 13, 2016) - With full-throttle mode, the Aurora can attain top speeds of 20 mph and using the pedal assist feature, it can travel a range of up to 60 miles. The Aurora comes with an 18-month comprehensive warranty.
Thetford introduces new Wheel & Tire Cleaner
(April 13, 2016) - It's no secret that RVers take considerable pride in their vehicles, a press release from Thetford stated. They want them to shine like the day they bought them - right down to the wheels and tires, the release continued.
Battery Doctor debuts automatic battery disconnect
(April 7, 2016) - Even if people forget to disconnect a battery, the Automatic Battery Disconnect will do it for them to ensure enough power is available to start the RV when needed, the press release explained.
RTC satellite advances improve mobile Internet
(April 6, 2016) - Providers such as RTC can currently deliver 1 megabyte upload and 5 megabyte download speeds. The standard data allowance is 20 gigabytes each month for $99 per month, which can be upgraded.
LarryAlert offers campsite security for RVers
(April 6, 2016) - People can move around a truck, boat trailer, campsite or next to an RV without a problem. But, as soon as anyone enters the virtual protection area, an instant alert along with a burst of 15 sequential photos is sent to the user's smartphone.
Shurhold: RV owners save money with DIY cleaning
(April 4, 2016) - Shurhold reports RV owners can detail their own rigs with quality DIY tools and products, and offers a step-by-step guide for cleaning.
Air Lift releases LoadLifter 5000 for Nissan Titan XD
(April 1, 2016) - Air Lift Company has released its LoadLifter 5000 and LoadLifter 5000 Ultimate air springs for the 2016 Nissan Titan XD pickup.
NeoSpeed Rivets: Faster, stronger, simpler
(April 1, 2016) - Pop Avdel, a blind rivet supplier in the industry, is now offering a countersunk rivet head option to go with the more common mushroom style for use with its NeoSpeed Speed Fastening system.
Roadmaster debuts LED bulb, socket kit for tow cars
(March 28, 2016) - The major advantage of a bulb and socket kit is that it bypasses the towed vehicle's electrical system, which eliminates the concern of interacting with any vehicle electronics.
Curt debuts Nissan Titan XD gooseneck ball
(March 24, 2016) - Curt Manufacturing recently developed a new, patented OEM-compatible gooseneck ball & safety chain anchor kit #60692. The kit was initially designed to fit Chevy and GMC trucks with the towing prep package. However, the design is also compatible with the new Nissan Titan XD.
Thetford introduces Titan RV sewer hose
(March 23, 2016) - "The product sets itself apart from the competition at every turn, right down to its highly recognizable bright green fittings and packaging," said Bialorucki.
Magellan debuts off road GPS navigator
(March 21, 2016) - The TRX7 off-road navigator includes a genuine RAM mount (depending on model), hi-res (to 10 meters) 3D and 2D topographic base map views, and easy-to-use interface for following trails, recording tracks, and marking waypoints.
SalVinCo debuts boutique-style convection microwave
(March 17, 2016) - Exclusively designed for the recreational lifestyle, SalVinCo's built-in stainless steel convection microwave oven Muave' model MUCMKT120S offers a sophisticated 'boutique-ness' to enhance a boat, RV or compact kitchen area, a release from the company stated.
Mirror Bright by Meguiar's adds auto shampoo
(March 17, 2016) - Mirror Bright by Meguiar's introduces Mirror Bright Automobile Shampoo, a new product that sets the foundation for the recently launched line of recrafted car care products, a release from the company stated.



 
Camco's ReCurve weight distribution system takes towing to a new level.


Podcast 88: Debbie Sipe, with CalARVC
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(April 14, 2016) - CalARVC Executive Director Debbie Sipe addresses some of the biggest challenges that campground owners face in California, and they are likely the same problems faced by campground owners in other parks. Sipe explains why rate increases have been imposed in recent years, and she addresses the need for an industry-wide effort to improve the amount of data available to RV-related businesses.
Evelo offers the Aurora electric bicycle
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(April 13, 2016) - With full-throttle mode, the Aurora can attain top speeds of 20 mph and using the pedal assist feature, it can travel a range of up to 60 miles. The Aurora comes with an 18-month comprehensive warranty.

Village RV raising money for hospital with cookbook
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(April 13, 2016) - For Village RV, the RV lifestyle is about three things: Family, camping and cooking. The dealership has combined all three by calling for submissions for a 75-plus recipe camping cookbook it will publish later this year. Proceeds will benefit the Saskatchewan Children's Hospital.


Jayco recalled White Hawk travel trailers

Weekend Warrior founder joins Omega RV

RV Peddler shuts it's doors in California

Evelo offers the Aurora electric bicycle

Dometic receives patent for power awning technology

March retail sales decline

Indiana senators seek RV redefinition

REV group gets hot deal on firetruck manufacturer

Fiberglass maker for RV industry to open in Indiana

Tour the Winnebago factory

Camping World to open new store in Louisiana

OPINION: Strong employee retention creates value

KOA featured on 'Let's Make a Deal'

Podcast 88: Debbie Sipe, with CalARVC

Shipment growth continues in 2016

Thetford introduces new Wheel & Tire Cleaner

Village RV raising money for hospital with cookbook

Man creates $150 tiny camper pulled by bike

Tiny house looks like a camper but feels like home

Rocky Mountain RV & Marine celebrates 30 years

NATDA releases year-end shipment report

This minimalist camper van is a designer's dream

Elkhart leaders extend invitation for Obama visit

Heartland RV's Bighorn enjoys strong sales

RVRA survey helps identify RV Rental Market trends


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Weekend Warrior founder joins Omega RV
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(April 14, 2016) - Don Day, general manager and partner of Omega RV, announced that Mark Warmoth has joined Omega RV. The founder of the iconic Weekend Warrior will be responsible for product development for the Warrior line of toy haulers.
RV Peddler shuts it's doors in California
(April 14, 2016) - RV Peddler has closed its doors. Some customers say the business owes them thousands of dollars, but the dealership isn't talking, KGET-TV reported.
Dometic receives patent for power awning technology
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(April 12, 2016) - Dometic Group announced that the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office has awarded the company a patent for the Power Transfer Module, the underlying technology in two of the company's awning products - the Dometic 9100 PowerChannel Awning and the Dometic Lighted Roller Tube Awning.
March retail sales decline
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(April 13, 2016) - The decline in March sales largely reflected a 2.1 percent drop in motor vehicle component with a price-related 0.9 percent increase in nominal gasoline station receipts providing smaller than expected offset.
Indiana senators seek RV redefinition
(April 13, 2016) - U.S. Senators Dan Coats and Joe Donnelly submitted a letter to the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development asking it to adopt a new definition of recreation vehicles that they say is clear and easy to apply, according to a news release.
REV group gets hot deal on firetruck manufacturer
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(April 13, 2016) - Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp., will be acquired by REV Group, a Florida-based manufacturer of specialty vehicles for the commercial, fire, emergency and recreation markets, The Morning Call reported.


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Tour the Winnebago factory
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(April 13, 2016) - More than 10,000 people come to the Winnebago Visitors Center in Forest City, Iowa, each year to experience the story of Winnebago. Visitors can see firsthand why Winnebago is the most recognized name in RVing with a free factory tour.
Fiberglass maker for RV industry to open in Indiana
(April 12, 2016) - The Indiana Economic Development Corporation announced Tuesday that Indiana Composites would establish the jobs by 2019. The company is a new venture and a subsidiary of Angola-based IMP Holdings. Indiana Composites will make fiberglass components for the marine, RV and specialty vehicle industry.
Camping World to open new store in Louisiana
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(April 15, 2016) - Camping World today announced the grand opening of its newest supercenter in Bossier City, La., from April 18 to 30. It is the company's second store in the state.
OPINION: Strong employee retention creates value
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(April 12, 2016) - By establishing your dealership as the place to work, you attract a higher caliber of talent, while simultaneously decreasing your cost-per-hire expenses.
KOA featured on 'Let's Make a Deal'
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(April 13, 2016) - Kampgrounds of America (KOA), was featured during a recent episode of the CBS television show "Let's Make A Deal."

Thetford introduces the Titan sewer hose.
Shipment growth continues in 2016
(April 11, 2016) - The recreation vehicle industry's shipments will reach 381,100 units in 2016, a 2 percent increase above the 2015 total of 374,246, according to a new forecast from the Recreation Vehicle Industry Association prepared by RV Industry analyst Richard Curtin and released at RVIA's annual meeting held recently in Tucson, Ariz.
Thetford introduces new Wheel & Tire Cleaner
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(April 13, 2016) - It's no secret that RVers take considerable pride in their vehicles, a press release from Thetford stated. They want them to shine like the day they bought them - right down to the wheels and tires, the release continued.
Rocky Mountain RV & Marine celebrates 30 years
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(April 12, 2016) - Rocky Mountain RV & Marine will celebrate its 30th anniversary beginning April 15, through May 1, this year with the biggest celebration in its history.
NATDA releases year-end shipment report
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(April 12, 2016) - Registrations for the light to medium duty trailer industry were up 1.6 percent in December. Nationally, trailer registrations for the year of 2015 were up 4 percent for all five trailer segments.
Elkhart leaders extend invitation for Obama visit
(April 14, 2016) - "President Obama, the Elkhart County that you saw nearly seven years ago clearly is not the same Elkhart County today," the Elkhart Truth reported. "Before you finish your second term in office, we invite you to make one last visit here to learn more about how our community has been transformed."
Heartland RV's Bighorn enjoys strong sales
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(April 14, 2016) - Offering consumers an expanded model lineup enhanced by a host of luxury features, Heartland Recreational Vehicles LLC's full-profile Bighorn fifth-wheel line is enjoying strong sales and incremental market share gains coming out of the early show season, a release from the company stated.

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Comfortable campground in Florida
(April 11, 2016) - Wekiva Falls is actually a sulfur spring that is capped, channeling the water up through a conduit that "falls" into a manicured lagoon for swimming. It even has a sandy beach on one end, and the water runs out the lagoon on a sandy-bottomed stream to the nearby Wekiva River.
Libraries to offer free state park passes
(April 12, 2016) - A free pass to a state park can be found at a local library branch starting May 1st. You can check out a backpack for three weeks, and the backpack has a pass to any state park attached to it.
Sagebrush RV Park cuts the ribbon
(April 14, 2016) - Sagebrush RV Park and Storage cut the ribbon April 8. The expansive lot is out Highway 285 (Sanderson Hwy) past Rooney Park and the Workforce Solutions offices. Owners, Robert Williams and M.R. Gonzalez, were presented with a plaque as a new member of the Chamber of Commerce.
Glamping at Sweetwater Creek's new yurt village
(April 12, 2016) - Camping gets a glamorous makeover at Sweetwater Creek State Park. With the opening of Yurt Village, which consists of ten wooden-and-canvas structures nestled in the woods and overlooking the most sapphire of lakes, anyone can appreciate the rustic camping experience while still getting a restful night's sleep.
Former state parks chief sues to halt state park lodge
(April 12, 2016) - According to a lawsuit filed on April 8 in the Circuit Court of Montgomery County, a former commissioner of the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources is challenging the use of BP funds to rebuild the Gulf State Park Lodge.
Recreation Plantation planning expansion of RV park
(April 11, 2016) - Recreation Plantation is looking at a major expansion at its RV park at County Road 466 and Rolling Acres Road. The owner of the RV park has indicated that he believes the impact on nearby traffic will be minimal.
Keen launches Live Monumental film tour
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(April 14, 2016) - In the first 10 months of Keen's Live Monumental campaign, Keen's Live Monumental campaign, the movement traveled 7,500 miles across 25 states, captured more than 40,000 petition signatures, rallied support from more than 50 businesses, and hosted more than 47 events.
5 things to do at Sam Houston Jones State Park
(April 12, 2016) - Named for Louisiana's 46th governor (1940-1944) Sam Houston Jones State Park, located north of Westlake at 107 Sutherland Road, Lake Charles, covers 1,087 acres with numerous walking/biking trails, wooded areas, picnicking spots, and boating available to suit just about anyone.
Rapid City campground prepares for a big year
(April 14, 2016) - Tom St. Hill said people love to stay at their park and campground because of its close proximity to not only all the attractions the Black Hills has to offer, but also being close to town so people can dine and shop in Rapid City, S.D.
Campground owners deny pollution
(April 15, 2016) - The owners of a popular campground upstream from one of the state's most befouled waterways say they are not responsible for the toxic conditions in Devils Lake.

RV Owner News
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Jayco recalled White Hawk travel trailers
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(April 11, 2016) - Jayco is recalling certain model year 2016 White Hawk travel trailers, model 25BHS, manufactured on March 3. The affected trailers were incorrectly built on axles rated for 3000 lbs., when they should have been built with axles that have a capacity of 3500 lbs.
Man creates $150 tiny camper pulled by bike
(April 15, 2016) - Paul Elkins has taken tiny living to a whole new level with his new "stealth camper." Insulated to keep you warm in the winter and ventilated to keep you cool in the summer, this mini camper retails for the insanely low price of $150.
Tiny house looks like a camper but feels like home
(April 13, 2016) - Some say that tiny houses are basically overpriced, overweight and overly cute recreational vehicles, and tend to stick out like sore thumbs - easy for the city inspectors to spot. Austin, Texas based architect and steel fabricator Ann Armstrong built this RV-like tiny home that boasts a fresh, modern interior that feels much more comfortable than your run-of-the-mill camper.
What to know before going camping in California
(April 14, 2016) - For many of California's state parks, as well as the national ones, camping isn't as simple as setting down a tent and enjoying all that Mother Nature has to offer. There are rules.
Hitch up and go - It wasn't always so easy
(April 12, 2016) - When Glenn Curtiss, a world champion motorcycle racer and an aviation pioneer competitor of the Wright brothers, conceived an early camping trailer in 1917, he called it his motor bungalo. Along with his new trailer he devised an entirely new hitch based on the spare tire or "fifth wheel" of the car.
Man found dead at campsite in Kern River Canyon
(April 11, 2016) - Sheriff's officials said California Fish and Wildlife wardens found the man's body Sunday at a campsite near Kern Canyon Road and Borel Road. Sheriff's officials said there were signs of trauma on the body, but didn't specify where.
More snowbirds flocking to Victoria for the winter
(April 15, 2016) - - Margaret Scheyen has an almost perfect view of Victoria's Inner Harbour from her RV at the Westbay Marine Village RV park in Esquimalt.
Angela Fama set off in a 1977 motorhome to find love
(April 11, 2016) - Debbie is Fama's yellow-and-white 1977 motorhome, the vehicle that took her on a two-month journey across North America last year to create the project
Winnebago recalled Winnie Drop trailers
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(April 11, 2016) - Winnebago Towable is recalling certain model year 2016 Winnie Drop recreational trailers manufactured Sept. 10 to March 8. The refrigerator compartment may not be completely sealed and thus may allow carbon monoxide to enter the main cabin.
RCMP looking for help to find missing camper
(April 13, 2016) - The Grande Prairie RCMP is asking for the public's help finding a Beaverlodge man who was camping and reported missing on April 11.

This minimalist camper van is a designer's dream
(April 11, 2016) - Freedom loving German designer Nils Holger Moormann spends many of his business trips on the road sleeping in a camper van. While the interior of most vans are lackluster at best, the custom design he created for the interior of a Volkswagen T6 is sleek and elegant, reflecting the designer's passion for functional minimalism.
Grandparents take road trip before retirement home
(April 11, 2016) - Grandparents might not generally do gap years but that's exactly what one Coventry couple did when they completed a year-long road trip in a motor home before moving into a retirement complex.
Campers roasted over open fire
(April 11, 2016) - A group of campers could find their weekend trip to Inverleigh will cost them more than a five-star hotel room, with police investigating a campfire that was left unattended.
Expensive gear stolen during Romsey's Camping Show
(April 11, 2016) - Thousands of pounds of top-end camping equipment was stolen during a major outdoor activities exhibition in Romsey, England.
Camper trailer customers' money vanishes like Mirage
(April 13, 2016) - Peter John Nulty, the former company director of business Mirage RV, pleaded guilty in Maroochydore Magistrates Court to taking payment from eight customers without delivering the trailers they ordered between September 2013 and July 2014.
Signature buys out Vantage Motorhomes
(April 12, 2016) - Vantage Motorhomes has announced an agreement for the sale of the company from the current Managing Director and Founder Scot Naylor to Michael Hardicker, the managing director of Signature Automotive, MasterCraft Boats UK and Signature Motorhomes and Leisure.
Take a look at these glamping sites in East Kent
(April 15, 2016) - If the reappearance of the sun is getting you dusting off those flip-flops and browsing late-rooms for last minute deals, why not take a look at these glamping sites in East Kent?
Pancake Rocks campsite nearly swallowed by sea
(April 14, 2016) - A popular camping ground near the famous Pancake Rocks at Punakaiki is just meters away from being swallowed up by sea.


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