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(May 3, 2016) - "Set-up takes less than 15 minutes. Using the simple on-screen setup wizard, users just pick the state where they are located in and they are ready to play," said Strohbehn.
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(May 3, 2016) - When folded, the bike compacts to just 36 inches wide, 28 inches high and 12 inches deep, ideal for tight storage spaces. It also weighs only 32 pounds, making it very light and portable, the releases noted.
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(April 29, 2016) - "Learning from a global presence, the OPUS Camper has pulled the best bits from the American, European and Australian markets to build the next generation folding camper, like no other," said Liner.
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(April 28, 2016) - National Products today introduced its Extreme Mosaic brand of RV step mats.
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(April 28, 2016) - "We're looking forward to showing retailers and other attendees how the CFX's ice-free, high-performance freezing and refrigeration is changing the way Americans enjoy recreation and leisure time," said Laninga.
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(April 26, 2016) - ConcreteBenchMolds.com introduces a new product that allows workers with limited skills to build durable and inexpensive park benches, a release from the company stated.
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(April 21, 2016) - RVers who keep their vehicles hooked up in one place for a long time know that Thetford Corporation's SmartTote is an ideal way to empty their holding tanks without having to move their RV, a release from the company stated.
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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.
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(April 13, 2016) - It's no secret that RVers take considerable pride in their vehicles. They want them to shine like the day they bought them - right down to the wheels and tires, Thetford noted.
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(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.
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(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.
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(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.
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(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.
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(April 1, 2016) - Air Lift Company has released its LoadLifter 5000 and LoadLifter 5000 Ultimate air springs for the 2016 Nissan Titan XD pickup.
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(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.
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OPINION: Lemonis readies his golden parachute
(May 5, 2016) - News today that Camping World is preparing to take the company public in an initial stock offering should come as no surprise to anyone in the RV industry. That has been the most speculated story of the past five years, and for good reason.
(May 4, 2016) - When people aren't taught how economies work, they are more than willing to jump on the gravy train which, unbeknown to them, is on the fast track to economic bondage. People who like the idea of a $15 minimum wage forget the ripple up impact it will have on all employees and employers everywhere.
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Podcast 91: Finance and insurance expert Jan Kelly
(May 6, 2016) - Kelly talks about some trends she is seeing in the F&I segment having to do with regulations and reserve requirements. She also talks about compliance issues and why dealers need to diversify into other products. She even provides tips on how F&I managers can convert cash customers into financing their purchases. Perhaps the best part of this interview is that Kelly takes RV dealers to task over their approach in hiring people to fill F&I positions.
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Outside Our Bubble debuts CoachProxy for Tiffin motorhomes
(May 6, 2016) - David Bott owner and creator of "Outside our Bubble," with wife Brenda, has debuted the new CoachProxy product for Tiffin motorhome owners. CoachProxy is an intelligent interface, which allows a user to operate the coach from any web browser, whether it be on a phone, tablet or computer.
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(May 5, 2016) - Goldman Sachs and JPMorgan Chase are helping to manage the IPO, which is expected this year, pending market receptivity, the New York Times reported.
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(May 3, 2016) - Snell brings with him his long history and vast experience in the RV business along with his solid relationships with dealers in the industry, the release noted.
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(May 6, 2016) - A Florida man has filed dozens of lawsuits against small businesses across Colorado alleging violations of the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Durango Herald reported.
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(May 4, 2016) - Winnebago has released the 2500RL floorplan for its Minnie line of travel trailers. The new Minnie 2500RL features an open living space, master bedroom and an easily accessed bathroom.
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(May 2, 2016) - Dometic Corp. president Frank Marciano is responding to a lawsuit that alleges the company knowingly sold defective refrigerators that caught fire on five RV owners' vehicles.
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(May 2, 2016) - Karnas, of the Bellovin and Karnas Law Firm, said RV Peddler has demonstrated a pattern of failing to deliver clear titles to vehicles they have sold and failing to pay off liens on vehicles that were traded in.
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(May 2, 2016) - Giant Recreation World will open a new 25-acre dealership in Palm Bay in September, Space Coast Daily reported.
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(May 3, 2016) - "Set-up takes less than 15 minutes. Using the simple on-screen setup wizard, users just pick the state where they are located in and they are ready to play," said Strohbehn.
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(May 3, 2016) - Do service advisers fall into the same category as dealership salespeople, mechanics and parts department workers, who are explicitly exempted from overtime pay requirements under the Fair Labor Standards Act?
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(May 3, 2016) - The training is designed for professionals seeking new skills for a new career or to a brush up on existing skills. Consumers who desire a better understanding of how the RV systems work will also enjoy the course, said Cooper.
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HARRELLS, N.C. - RV Education 101 today released the May issue of it's RV Consumer publication, an online magazine targeting RV owners and enthusiasts. In the fifth wheel project trailer special issue, people can read articles and watch do-it-yourself videos on topics like: Sanitizing the RV water system Replacing an RV toilet Resealing RV corner ...
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(May 2, 2016) - The Wildcat division of Elkhart, Ind.,-based Forest River, Inc., announced the introduction of an all-new travel trailer targeting the high-volume, mid-price laminated trailer market.
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(May 5, 2016) - Following the death of Vern Pearson in 1988, Beatrice remained active in the business and attended several RV industry events until the late 2000s.
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(May 6, 2016) - David Bott owner and creator of "Outside our Bubble," with wife Brenda, has debuted the new CoachProxy product for Tiffin motorhome owners. CoachProxy is an intelligent interface, which allows a user to operate the coach from any web browser, whether it be on a phone, tablet or computer.
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(May 2, 2016) - A clear divide emerges between the two measures as income increases, and among those earning $75,000 or more, 90 percent say they are currently living comfortably, but only 64 percent expect to live comfortably once retired.
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(May 3, 2016) - The state police fire marshal's office in Greensburg has ruled Wednesday's fire that destroyed three recreational vehicles at a dealership in Hempfield was intentionally set.
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(May 5, 2016) - All travelers to America must have a biometric, or e-passport, or they won't be allowed into the country, the Mirror reported. That could pose problems for RV rental locations having reservations for British citizens.
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(May 3, 2016) - The Virginia auto dealer offers customers free oil changes for the life of the vehicle, along with free towing services, free state inspections, a lifetime engine warranty, free car washes and a guarantee to replace defective parts as long as they own the car.
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(May 3, 2016) - The RV resort, which is located at 11042 Highway 76 adjacent to the hotel/casino, offers 100 full-service sites. RVers have access to five barbecue grills, two table-tennis games, two horseshoe pits and a fenced doggy park.
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(May 5, 2016) - Several people are looking for a place to stay after a judge temporarily shut down a campground in Sevier County. Authorities said Shady Oaks Campground in Pigeon Forge, Tenn., has had a number of issues ranging from drugs to violence.
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(May 3, 2016) - The widow of an Indiana monster truck driver killed after he tried to stop an angry, drugged motorist's vehicular rampage through a crowd of patrons at a country music concert in Scott County is suing the campground that hosted the "Full Throttle" holiday festival and the event vendor now charged in the death.
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(May 3, 2016) - The Lady Lake Commission voted 5-0 in favor of the expansion which would add 232 RV units to the existing 850 units on County Road 466. The addiction would also include a new clubhouse, swimming pool and other amenities.
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(May 5, 2016) - In the greater Bay Area, the most desired campgrounds are those with big-water views that provide the feeling of wide-open spaces, and also where your camp provides a launch point for great hiking or mountain biking.
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(May 5, 2016) - Dave King said the key to Lake George RV Park's success has been listening to guests' suggestions and offering them something new each season. "My father was known for making daily rounds in the park and guests looked forward to talking to him and sharing their stories. We continue that legacy today, listening to our guests and putting a premium on the camping experience," he said.
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(May 3, 2016) - After a contentious meeting regarding a RV resort on a 14-acre vacant lot located between the Mesquite, Nev., United Methodist Church and the Town and Country commercial mall on West Pioneer Boulevard, the developers have canceled their plans.
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(May 2, 2016) - Kampgrounds of America is breaking a national ad campaign that targets creative to different times of the day.
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(May 4, 2016) - After eight months and 42,000 long, slow miles, electric car pioneer Brian Kent is back home in Batavia, N.Y. Kent, who's journey was sponsored by Kampgrounds of America, completed his Negative Carbon Roadtrip in mid April.
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(May 3, 2016) - the Talladega, Ala., Coroner's Office tells ABC 33/40 that the bodies of two men, ages 19 and 48, were found Sunday on the north side of the Talladega campgrounds.
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(May 5, 2016) - RV insurance is more comprehensive than standard auto insurance. Consumer Affairs provides information about the Top 10 most reviewed RV insurance companies.
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(May 4, 2016) - Officers found a 17-year-old girl reported missing in January in an RV park off of Rogue River Highway in Jackson County, Ore.
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(May 2, 2016) - The latest models of travel trailers have adapted to suit young families, modern lifestyle and smaller cars - but without losing the retro flair that drew us to them in the first place. Check out these models, and hit the road.
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(May 2, 2016) - They park in circles like current-day wagon trains. Increasing numbers of RV dwellers have taken to the boondocks to live a life unfettered by crowds, electricity and - - for a few - - the law.
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(May 3, 2016) - The affected vehicles may have been manufactured without a tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS). As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 138, "Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems."
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(May 2, 2016) - Photographer Joe Hendricks convinced his family - his wife Rhonda and four-year-old son, Austin - to sell their house, cars and most of their possessions and move into an ultra-cool 30ft Airstream. Then roam America indefinitely.
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(May 3, 2016) - Instead of mimicking the sleek, retro-futuristic exterior, Airstream owners Erin and Travis and designer Mathew Holdren decided to give it a rustic look on the inside, almost like a country cottage.
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(May 3, 2016) - Boston Harbor Islands National and State Park invites you to "Find Your Park" on Saturday, May 7 with free ferry tickets to Georges and Spectacle Islands, the North End Waterfront reported.
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(May 6, 2016) - The Palm Beach County, Fla., Sheriff's Office said the fire is at the Crooked Hook RV Resort between Clewiston and Belle Glade off US 27.
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(May 5, 2016) - Campgrounds owned by the Tasman, New Zealand, District Council are asking those with campervans displaying offensive slogans to cover them before entering to camp.
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(May 5, 2016) - The English Shepherd Hut Company, which counts film star Elizabeth Hurley among its former customers, have log burners and the best fixtures and fittings and interior design money can buy.
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(May 4, 2016) - Nicci Taylor, a sooner-to-be 50 Liverpudlian, sold up everything and bought a camper van before embarking on a quest to find her souldmate in Ireland.
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(May 4, 2016) - Taranaki, New Zealand's, northern-most commercial camping ground has been placed on the market for sale. The 4.39 hectare beachfront holiday park on State Highway Three has been operating as Seaview Motor Camp for three decades
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(May 4, 2016) - Six campsites were honored during the annual Campsite Rating Awards last month in Northamptonshire, England,- four of which were the first to receive the prestigious new platinum award.
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