Month: September 2012

(Sept. 17, 2012) -- "It's fantastic to see so many enthusiastic 'vanners have not been deterred by the poor weather that we have experienced during the British 'summer.' The number of families and groups looking to make the most of their caravan or motorhome, by taking extended 'staycations' in autumn is also on the up, which is very encouraging."

(Sept. 17, 2012) -- TriMas Corporation announced today that Paul Swart was named controller and chief accounting officer of TriMas. He previously held the position of vice president and corporate controller.

(Sept. 17, 2012) -- Lippert Components, Inc. sold approximately 118 wheel and tire assemblies for aftermarket use on various recreational vehicles. These wheels were manufactured with machine dimensions for the application of a center cap and the application of steel lug inserts that were not controlled to the required specifications.

(Sept. 17, 2012) -- The 20th annual Great Southern R.V. Park Bluegrass Event will be held Thursday, Sept. 20 through Saturday, Sept. 22, in Angie, La., reports The Daily News.

(Sept. 17, 2012) -- Ford Motor Company is recalling 31 model year 2013 F-53 motorhome stripped chassis vehicles. Theses vehicles were assembled with incorrect steering gear adapter plate retention fasteners.

(Sept. 17, 2012) -- Spartan Chassis, Inc. is recalling 491 model year 2008-2013 K2 and MM motor home chassis, equipped with a Hendrickson independent front suspension. The front brake chambers may contact the upper control arm of the independent front suspension.

(Sept. 17, 2012) -- EverGreen Recreational Vehicles, LLC is pleased to announce the premiere of Sun Valley, their newest travel trailer brand for 2013. The all-new Sun Valley travel trailer models will be on-hand for the EverGreen Dealer Open House, Sept. 18-20 at the RV/MH Hall of Fame in Elkhart, Ind.

(Sept. 17, 2012) -- Heartland Recreational Vehicles LLC’s Cyclone brand has cemented its standing as the industry’s top-selling fifth-wheel toy hauler in the fast-growing product segment, representing the market share leader for the past two years.

(Sept. 17, 2012) -- Jayco will introduce the all-new, entry-level Redhawk Class C motorhome at its open house, Sept. 18 – 20 at its headquarters in Middlebury, Ind.

(Sept. 17, 2012) -- Peninsula Daily reports Kate Burke, former manager of Fort Worden State Park, is Jefferson Healthcare's new marketing manager in Port Townsend, Wash.