Month: June 2012

(June 5, 2012) -- "Today’s ISM non-manufacturing report provided a more upbeat assessment of economic activity in the United States than its manufacturing counterpart released last Friday that indicated that the pace of growth in the goods-producing sector eased modestly in May," said Jeffries. "Indeed, with the service sector representing a larger chuck of the overall economy, the net effect in the month was that the composite of the two measures held steady at a healthy 53.7, which is in line with its long-term average."

(June 5, 2012) -- "Thanks to our dealers and continued product improvement, CrossRoads has increased its business by nearly 50 percent in the past 12 months. As we continue to grow we can’t lose sight of the great dealer relationships we have strived so hard to achieve,” said Thompson. “By adding additional regional sales managers, we create smaller territories which allow our sales teams to deliver the best possible service while developing the most fundamental part of dealer support -- relationships.”

(June 5, 2012) -- Featuring a cargo area that is more versatile than ever, Seismic’s garage can convert into a bunkroom, patio deck or dining space. In addition to hauling ATVs and motorcycles thanks to in-floor mounted D-rings, families can pack bicycles, games, canoes and other traditional outdoor gear. The garage can also be converted into workspace for crafters who sell their wares or dog show owners who need a grooming station.

(June 5, 2012) -- “All throughout the summer camping season, CONY campgrounds and RV parks are displaying change-collection jars, selling t-shirts and paper balloons, and hosting fundraising events such as raffles, dances, barbeques, walks, and more,” Bixby said. “We think this is going to be a positive kickoff to an annual charitable activity by CONY, and we’re pleased to start our good works by helping a great New York State-based charity like Camp Good Days.”

(June 5, 2012) -- "FunRoads has long been a favorite web destination for RVers, attracting a loyal readership and more than 10,000 “likes” to their Facebook community," said Purmort. "The website has been a valuable source for recreational vehicle travel ideas, buying RV parts, accessories and supplies, RV service and classifieds, loans, insurance, resources for buying or selling RVs, safety tips and more."

(June 5, 2012) -- Atwood Mobile Products announced today it has finalized an agreement June 3 to sell Spec-Temp, the fabricated glass division of Atwood, to Tem-Pace, LLC of Niles, Mich. “The sale of Spec-Temp allows Atwood to provide a greater focus on our core RV and specialty vehicle markets with a product portfolio that includes an array of appliances, chassis and seating hardware, powered vent fans, gas detectors, and entry doors and windows,” said Stephens.

(June 4, 2012) -- It appears the FTC will be addressing some new areas in its upcoming guidelines. Generally speaking, the FTC will likely address two broad categories impacted by new technology: (1) what is expressed and (2) what is collected. How do traditional “clear and conspicuous” standards play out on a small mobile device such as a smartphone? How can advertisers effectively disseminate disclosures on such devices?

(June 4, 2012) -- The four new directors whose terms officially begin July 1 and continue for three years include Michael Gurevich, owner of Cherry Hill Park in College Park, Md.; Tripp Keber, chief operating officer of Bella Terra Realty Holdings, the developers of Bella Terra RV Resort in Foley, Ala.; Vern Mangels, owner of Anaheim Resort RV Park in Anaheim, Calif.; and Randy Packard, owner of Pine Acres Family Camping Resort in Oakham, Mass.

(June 4, 2012) -- For the past 13 years, Grimm has gained valuable retail dealership expertise, serving as general manager for two very well established RV dealerships in Florida, and an additional 24 years of sales and management experience in automotive industry make Grimm a perfect addition to the Thor Motor Coach team, said Simon.

(June 4, 2012) -- Meadow-Vale Campsites, a 110-site campground and RV park in Mount Vision, N.Y., today announced the completion of an upgrade in electric service where 36 sites were upgraded to 30/50-amp service, for a total of 53 sites. While the electric upgrade project was ongoing, the Schleders oversaw additional improvements to the park, including the addition of 400 feet of drainage pipe, removal of trees and the repositioning of the electric service on the site. All upgrades were completed in time for the busy Memorial Day weekend.