Month: May 2014

Wixom, Mich.-based General RV Center Inc. is expanding its Huntley, Ill., property by adding a service and maintenance building. The Northwest Herald reported that the 14,000-square-foot building will include eight service bays for RV repairs and preparation, two offices and RV washing facilities across five acres. This adds to the existing 35,244-square-foot building and more than […]

(May 7, 2014) -- A Fiat camper van caught on fire caused by an electrical fault on the M62 in Halifax, England, causing delays for motorists.

(May 7, 2014) -- Investigators believe the camper fire in Cullman, Ala. that killed three people on Jan. 31 was caused by the camper owner who allegedly doused gasoline on his two family members and set them on fire.

Spartan Motors Inc., parent to Spartan Chassis Inc., reported a net loss for its first quarter, ended March 31, while revenue rose 33.2%. Sales during the period totaled $128 million versus $96.1 million the year prior. The Charlotte Mich.-based company reported that its Specialty Chassis & Vehicles (SCV) unit reported lower first-quarter revenue and operating income compared […]

In a 4-3 decision on Tuesday night (May 6), Gauthier, Miss., Mayor Gordon Gollott and the city council upheld a planning commission recommendation to deny a zoning change for a 24-acre piece of property that would have allowed a $1.3 million development for an RV park, the Mississippi Press reported. Developer Greg Williams wanted to locate a […]

Fiat Chrysler Automobiles is delaying the next major update of the Ram pickup, one of its most profitable vehicles, until 2017 — a year later than originally planned. Automotive News reported that product plans for the Ram brand, which includes the Ram pickup and Fiat Chrysler’s commercial vehicles, were revealed Tuesday (May 6) when company executives outlined […]

Editor’s Note: The following is a column appearing in Treehugger offering a review on the new popup trailer from Conqueror Australia. To read the entire article and view accompanying pictures click here. To view a video click here or scroll down the right side of the RVBUSINESS.com home page. Travel trailers offer a lot of lessons […]

(May 7, 2014) -- "The addition of Doug, Darren, and Matt strengthens and completes what I believe to be one of the strongest sales departments in the industry, meaning that our dealer partners will be able to expect and receive an industry-best sales, service and support experience," said Whitehead.

Pacific Coachworks Inc. (PCW), Perris, Calif., announced the launch of its new online store that will feature PCW apparel. According to a press release, the PCW store currently stocks a line of comfortable Hanes Nano T-shirts. A wide range of apparel including hats, sweatshirts, and other camping gear will be added moving forward. To access the new store and […]

(May 7, 2014) -- "Our overall revenue expectations are unchanged for 2014, although we have some concern about demand for motorhome chassis due to higher dealer inventories and slowing orders from motorhome manufacturers," said Wade.