Month: June 2014

(June 25, 2014) -- Investigators believe a garage fire, on Norway Street in Gladwin, Mich. was started by the electrical system in the camper that had recently been repaired.

The Travel Channel’s “RV Week” continued Tuesday (June 24) with two more premiere episodes of “Mega RV Countdown” and “Extreme RV.” From Sunday through Thursday, “RV Week” features no less than 11 premieres of RV-related programs, airing every night at 9 and 10 p.m. EDT. “RV Week is a build up for the network’s July 27 […]

As Jay Hesse, CEO and president of Blue Ox, battled the disease of cancer, he proactively prepared for the continued growth of the company.   According to a press release, key management and ownership changes have been made at Hesse’s request regarding the supplier’s strategic direction, including: • Ellen Kietzmann will assume the role of CEO and […]

(June 25, 2014) -- The Jackson Companies announced today it has appointed Gregory White to the position of project coordinator. He is responsible for assisting in the planning and implementation of new development projects owned by the company.

(June 25, 2014) -- Rigid Industries LED Lighting announced today it has elevated Miranda Fuller from marketing manager to director of marketing. Fuller, a native of Myrtle Beach, S.C., and a 2004 graduate of Coastal Carolina University, was hired by Rigid Industries in August.

(June 25, 2014) -- The Phillips’ Equine Motorcoach has a full-size living area, kitchen, bathroom as well as home-like amenities. The horse transport area is climate controlled and features an air ride for the horses as well as the passengers. The show airs June 26 at 9 p.m. ET

Today’s video offers a look at how Airstream Inc. played a part in the Apollo 11 moon landing. To view the video click here or scroll down the right side of the RVBUSINESS.com home page.

General Motors has become the first Detroit automaker to rate the towing limits of its light-duty pickups under a common standard that all pickup makers agreed to adopt two years ago. Automotive News reported that in most configurations of the 2015 GMC Sierra 1500 and Chevrolet Silverado 1500, the maximum trailer weight ratings were reduced […]

(June 25, 2014) -- The $775 million, five-year credit facility expands and extends Cabela's existing $415 million, five-year agreement signed in 2011. Additionally, the facility may be increased to $800 million subject to certain terms and conditions.

(June 25, 2014) -- Dealers in the United States and Canada have only five more days to take advantage of Atwood's "Hot On-Demand Promotion," where dealers receive a $100 gift card for every Atwood On-Demand water heater they purchase.