Month: January 2014

Alvarado, Texas-based dealer Motor Home Specialist is giving back to the community with a donation of $253,000 to Cook Children’s Health Care System made possible by proceeds from the 2nd Annual MHSRV.com 2013 year-end close-out promotion. According to a press release, the promotion ran from Oct. 1 to Dec. 30 with Motor Home Specialist pledging [...]

Marathon Coach, a high-end Prevost bus converter based in Coburg, Ore., plans to hire at least 20 people in the next few months as operations expand in 2014. KVAL TV reported that the company hired five people in December 2013. Marathon General Manager Steve Schoellhorn said it marks the beginning of a comeback for an [...]

Fiat said Wednesday (Jan. 1) it had signed an agreement to buy the remaining 41.46% stake it does not own in Chrysler Group from the UAW’s VEBA Trust, the last step needed before the Italian and U.S. carmakers can merge. Automotive News reported that Fiat S.p.A. said the voluntary employee beneficiary association, which covers health [...]

(Jan. 2, 2013) -- Contrary to previous reports, Kwikee does not own the facility that is part of a foreclosure lawsuit. Kwikee was a tenant of the building that was owned by K&M Holdings, LLC. Kwikee leased the building from K&M Holdings, LLC which was owned by Doug Mergenthaler. Kwikee’s lease ended in September.

(Jan. 2, 2013) -- “We are extremely proud to have once again had the opportunity to give back to such a wonderful organization,” said O’Banion. “We were able to surpass last year's donation of $202,000 to $253,000." The dealership donated $1,000 for every new motorhome sold between Oct. 1 and Dec. 30.

The LinkedIn group for the Mike Molino RV Learning Center/RV Dealers International Convention/Expo has surpassed the 1,000 member mark. According to a press release, the group includes professionals from RV dealerships, manufacturers, campgrounds, media outlets, suppliers, finance and insurance institutions, and other segments of the industry. Group members have access to a network of industry [...]

(Jan. 2, 2013) -- “The Wynns have a loyal following of fellow RVers who share their sense of adventure and love of life on the road,” said Draheim. “They’re a perfect fit for the Fleetwood brand and we look forward to seeing them showcase the Excursion along their adventures.”

(Jan. 2, 2013) -- "This online tool enables RV industry professionals to receive valuable information regarding the programs and services offered to them, as well as strengthening partnerships with like-minded professionals,” said Hamm.

(Jan. 2, 2014) -- More than 800 revellers turned up to the illegal party at Norris Bend on the Murray River on New Year's Eve. A parks Victoria ranger has described the scene of the illegal rave party as the worst environmental damage she has seen.

(Jan. 2, 2014) -- New Hampshire residents age 65 and older would get free admission to state recreation areas including free day use parks, historical sites, beaches and state-operated ski areas.