Month: February 2014

(Feb. 25, 2014) -- Data reported for 2013 year end RV Dealer Rankings have validated Mike Thompson RV as the number one 2013 Motorhome Dealer and the number one 2013 Trailer Dealer, ranking them as the number one overall RV dealer in California once again for 2013.

Consumer confidence in the U.S. fell more than forecast in February as Americans grew more pessimistic about the outlook for the economy and employment. Bloomberg reported that the Conference Board’s index decreased to 78.1 from a revised 79.4 in January that was weaker than initially estimated, the New York-based private research group reported today (Feb. [...]

(Feb. 25, 2014) -- Campgrounds in southern California, Texas, Florida and Arizona are seeing a boom in occupancy for December to March with travelers seeking a respite from this winter's ravaging snow and plummeting temperatures, RVIA reported today.

(Feb. 25, 2014) -- In recent years, growing numbers of independent campgrounds have joined the Jellystone Park network, taking advantage of Jellystone’s name recognition, its marketing, and its focus on family activities and entertainment, the company reported today.

(Feb. 25, 2014) -- When hiring, U.S. business leaders say the amount of knowledge the candidate has in a field, as well as applied skills, are more important factors than where candidates attended school or what their college major was, Gallup reported today.

(Feb. 25, 2014) -- Through this webinar, participants will learn to de-escalate an angry person, respond to threats, lies, and intimidating behavior, and monitor for signs of potential violence.

(Feb. 25, 2014) -- “Current conditions have continued to trend upward and the Present Situation Index is now at its highest level in almost six years. This suggests that consumers believe the economy has improved, but they do not foresee it gaining considerable momentum in the months ahead,” said Franco.

Today’s “Rollin’ on TV” segment offers a look at Airstream 2 Go, a specialized rental company founded by former Thor executive Dicky Riegel in May of 2013. To view the video click here or scroll to the right side of the RVBUSINESS.com home page.

Mike Thompson RV ranked as the No. 1 overall dealer in California for 2013, according to a press release. The dealership, operating from five locations, claimed the top spot in both motorhome and towable sales for California in rankings compiled by the California RV Dealers Association (CalRVDA) and Statistical Surveys Inc. “This is a huge [...]

(Feb. 25, 2014) -- To earn a perfect score at 43 years old shows Ocean Lakes' continued dedication to investing in its amenities and facilities," said Krumm. "Our guests expect and deserve the very best, and we intend to continue to deliver on the high standards that they have set for us, and that we have set for ourselves."