Lippert Enters Semi Truck Sector With Slideout

An Elkhart, Ind.-based company with a knack for creating more space inside RVs wants to start doing the same for semi tractors. The Elkhart Truth reported that Lippert Components Inc., the leading manufacturer of slideouts for recreational vehicles, is developing a slideout for semis to give long-haul truck drivers more living and storage space, said [...]

Forest River Deal With Supreme Will Save Jobs

Workers who feared they might lose their jobs only a couple of months ago now might have two options. An estimated 150 to 175 workers from Goshen, Ind.-based Supreme Industries found out at the end of December that the company was selling its shuttle bus business. But, according to a report in the South Bend [...]

Removing barriers can increase revenue

(March 4, 2014) -- According to a survey conducted by the Open Doors Organization, the 57 million people with disabilities in our country have a combined income of more than $175 billion. In 2002, these people took 32 million trips and spent more than $13.6 billion on travel. These travelers would double their spending if some minor amenities were made available.

NPS Study Says Indiana Parks Boost Economy

A new National Park Service (NPS) report shows that 2,148,903 visitors to national parks in Indiana spent $88.5 million and supported 1,263 jobs in the state in 2012. “The national parks of Indiana attract visitors from across the country and around the world and provide premiere historical, cultural, natural, and recreational experiences,” said NPS Midwest [...]

Indy Work Truck Show Features 500 Exhibitors

Thousands of industry professionals descended today (March 4) on Indianapolis for the 2014 Work Truck Show which opened with the Green Truck Summit along with two educational sessions. According to a press release, the trade show kicks off tomorrow encompassing 500,000 square feet at the Indiana Convention Center and featuring 500 exhibitors showcasing trucks, product [...]