Month: September 2013

(Sept. 26, 2013) -- “The long-term commitment to the RV Learning Center exemplified by McClain’s RV Superstores is to be lauded and, I hope, repeated by many in our industry,” said Pastore. “The gift from McClain’s at this time, as we prepare for our most important education event of the year, really shines a spotlight on the centerpiece of the RV Learning Center, the convention/expo."

(Sept. 26, 2013) -- "What would be the outcome of showing a product before you determine the client’s wants and needs?  What could happen if we helped a client fall in love with a product that they could not afford?" Sobel asked. "To someone new to a sales position, these are serious questions and don’t make any logical sense.  To the experienced manager who watches their sales staff do this daily, it’s just sad."

(Sept. 26, 2013) -- As Pat Biggs and Loren McDougall began their trip from International Falls to Oregon in their RV on Wednesday, the two-door Pontiac hitched behind suddenly broke free and careened off the highway and down a 50-foot ditch, reports the Bemidji Pioneer.

(Sept. 26, 2013) -- An Apache Junction man was taken to the hospital in serious condition after a stove-top fire engulfed his motorhome Wednesday night, reports ABC15.com.

(Sept. 26, 2013) -- “Jeff Cripe is a key hire for CrossRoads RV," said Thompson. "He brings instant credibility to what we believe is the best mid-profile in the industry.  I love his excitement, experience, and product and market knowledge-not to mention his outstanding dealer relationships. This is exactly what we need to propel the Cruiser brand to the hottest mid-pro in the RV industry.”

(Sept. 26, 2013) -- Outdoor enthusiasts exploring Bighorn National Forest can expect an $8 per night fee increase to camp at the Hunter Campground next summer, writes the Casper Star-Tribune Online.

(Sept. 26, 2013) -- "Today’s GDP report confirmed that second-quarter 2013 growth more than doubled relative to the disappointing first-quarter increase of only 1.1 percent," said Ferley. "Although this is encouraging, the second-quarter strengthening may have come at the expense of the third quarter with some inventory accumulation being advanced."

(Sept. 26, 2013) -- In a nearly unanimous decision Tuesday night, the Orange Beach City Council denied plans for an upscale RV resort and 29-lot subdivision on the city’s west side, reports al.com.

(Sept. 26, 2013) -- With news of the Type 2 Volkswagen camper's production nearing an end, CarSite.co.uk wanted to show readers one way they can continue to enjoy the vehicle.

(Sept. 26, 2013) -- “As I have said before, I believe the Intrepid Fallen Heroes Fund to be the most veteran friendly organization in the country with almost all of the proceeds raised going to those who deserve our unyielding thanks and to the families of those fallen heroes who have paid the ultimate sacrifice,” said SFC O'Banion.