Month: August 2012

(Aug. 8, 2012) -- “We initially wanted the service for asset recovery,” said Brian Gronberg, CanaDream’s president. “We value knowing where our RVs are, where they went, where they stopped, and if they are moved without authorization. In the event of an accident or theft, it’s critical that the RV’s location be pinpointed in real time and that law enforcement be notified.”

(Aug. 8, 2012) -- According to a press release from the Lassen National Forest, the massive Chips Fire has forced expanded closures. Authorities have closed Grizzly Peak Campground, Yellow Creek Campground, Rocky View Campground, Mountain View Campground and Ponderosa Flat Campground, reports the Paradise Post.

(Aug. 8, 2012) -- On Aug. 4, E. coli and fecal coliform bacteria were discovered in the drinking water at the Pioneer Park Campground, located in the Colville National Forest, reports The Spokesman Review.

(Aug. 8, 2012) -- Dogwood Acres Campground operators, along with their seasonal campers and friends, will host a benefit carnival, sale and car show Saturday, Aug. 11 in Newville. The event benefits the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Hershey Medical Center, reports The Shippensburg News-Chronicle.

(Aug. 8, 2012) -- On Tuesday, most of the campground at Pigeon Lake Provincial Lake closed for the season to allow the province to make a number of upgrades, and local businesses see it as the latest blow to hit the area, reports CBC.ca.

(Aug. 8, 2012) -- The Escanaba Daily Press reports that Michigan State Police Motor Carrier Officer Erick Kestila is being credited with alerting a motorist her motorhome was on fire.

(Aug. 8, 2012) -- Part motorhome, part exploration vehicle, the Colim Camper sleeps four people and the combined vehicle can reach a top speed of 90 mph. EarthTechling reported. For now, the RV is only a concept, but Susana says he’s shopping around for a firm that would be willing to manufacture it.

(Aug. 8, 2012) -- Lippold will sign copies of his new book, "Front Burner," which describes his efforts to prevent the Cole from sinking in the Yemen port of Aden after the attack killed 17 crew members. He will be available Oct. 2 at the Expo reception and located in the Diversified Insurance Booth at space number 411.

(Aug. 8, 2012) -- Cequent Performance Products acquired Engetran Engenharia, Industria, e Comercio de Pecas e Acessorios Veiculares Ltda on July 30, 2012. Headquartered outside of São Paulo, Engetran is a leading manufacturer of towing products including trailer hitches, skid plates and related accessories.

(Aug. 8, 2012) -- "Athens Park Homesis recongnized as a national brand. However, with rising freight prices the logistical challenge of shipping from only one location in Texas has impacted our ability to compete nationwide," said Grymonprez. "Our expanded footprint gives us the opportunity to provide the very best in park model homes and cabins to more of our customers at a lower price."