Month: November 2013

(Nov. 15, 2013) -- -- According to a regulatory filing Thursday, activist investor Carl Icahn has increased his holdings in Navistar International Corp., reports NASDAQ.

(Nov. 15, 2013) -- Chanute, Kan.-based Hi-Lo Industries is constructing a new 82,000-square-foot building to expand its capacity and product customization, reports the Chanute Tribune.

(Nov. 15, 2013) -- "This is a city-state partnership that makes good sense for the future of Belle Isle and the people of Detroit," said Gov. Rick Snyder. "Everyone wants this Detroit gem to offer a clean, safe and welcoming park environment, while lessening the financial burden on the city. Those are the driving principles behind this agreement."

(Nov. 15, 2013) -- With two magnetic ends on each side of the flashlight, the tool makes picking up magnetic items a breeze. Since the flashlight can also stretch to nearly two feet, just like a telescope, it is also convenient for lighting up places where a normal flashlight might not be able to venture.

MOR/ryde International Inc.’s Slidezilla truck bed slide was recognized with a 2013 Global Media Award last week during the Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) Show in Las Vegas. According to a press release, the Slidezilla represents the Elkhart, Ind.-based supplier’s entry into the truck aftermarket sector. Slidezilla doubles a truck’s cargo space, the company stated. Positioned [...]

Editor’s Note: The following is a column authored by Recreation Vehicle Industry Association (RVIA) Chairman Doug Gaeddert,  a general manager for Forest River Inc., which appeared in the latest edition of RVIA Today sounding off on the effects of the government’s recent shutdown on the economy and the RV industry. This is the fifth piece I’ve [...]

Today’s video comes courtesy of Jayco Inc., Middlebury, Ind., offering a rundown of the features and benefits in its 2014 Octane ZX toy hauler. To view the video click here or scroll to the right side of the RVBUSINESS.com home page.

Year-over-year Class B motorhome sales gained 10% in September and 17.4% for the first nine months, according to the latest report from Statistical Surveys Inc. Through September, Roadtrek Motorhomes Inc. was No. 1 in Class B sales, owning a 37.6% market share, followed by Thor Industries Inc. with a 22.2% share. Pleasure-Way Industries Ltd. (18.1%) ranked [...]

Honesdale/Poconos Kampgrounds of America Inc. (KOA) owners Tim and Deb Cartmell, left, present a new Keystone Cougar travel trailer to KOA Great Giveaway Contest winner Megon Dorward and her fiance, Bill Burkit recently at the C. Neer RV dealership in Equinunk, Pa. Also pictured are the Cartmell’s children, Caleb and Chava, as well as Autrey, [...]

Editor’s Note: The following is a “Letter to Owners” from Mike Snell, president of Monaco and Holiday Rambler, that appeared in the company’s e-newsletter. Snell outlines the changes and the progress Monaco and Holiday Rambler have accomplished since being acquired by Allied Specialty Vehicle Inc., including a “Return to Power” with big bore engines built on [...]