Month: September 2014

September U.S. auto sales are expected to come in about 10% higher than a year ago, according to four analysts’ estimates, with no sign of a typical post-Labor Day slowdown. Automotive News reported that with three months to go, analysts are increasingly confident that total industry sales for the year will reach at least 16.4 […]

Elkhart, Ind.-based Thor Industries Inc. today (Sept. 25) reported a 21% increase in net income for its fourth quarter on record revenue. Sales during the three-month period, ended July 31, grew 14% to $1.04 billion from $914 million a year ago as sales of both towable and motorized RVs posted double-digit growth. Net income from continuing operations for the […]

(Sept. 25, 2014) -- "During the year, we successfully completed three strategic towable acquisitions, expanded our production footprint with the Wakarusa and Elkhart production facilities and consolidated three west coast facilities, providing us with a strong base to support our future growth," said Martin.

(Sept. 25, 2014) -- “From our new single axle trailers to our ultra lites, mid profile-fifth wheels, toy haulers and luxury fifth wheels, every brand exceeded expectations," said Runels. "Montana simply knocked it out of the park with its completely redesigned models."

(Sept. 25, 2014) -- “We don’t update the Airstream Classic very often,” said Wheeler. “But when the world's most passionate customers come to you with great ideas, you listen. Our R&D team searched the world for partners and innovators to bring these improvements to life.”

(Sept. 25, 2014) -- Part numbers W0013763, the upper radiator shroud, and W0013764, the lower radiator shroud as well as part number W8005661, a kit containing both upper and lower shrouds are now exclusively offered by UltraRVProducts.com, the release noted.

Airstream Inc. today announced the latest addition to the brand’s “legendary” travel trailer line with the 2015 Airstream Classic. According to a press release, the new Classic trailer was inspired by “the needs of generations of owners,” based on extensive feedback from the company’s loyal customer base. “We don’t update the Airstream Classic very often,” said Bob […]

(Sept. 25, 2014) -- Gavin Burseth, 16, is working toward earning the Boy Scout's of America's William T. Hornday Award, which recognizes significant contributions to conservation. He brought 38 goats to Warrenville, Ill. forest preserve to clear the poison ivy.

(Sept. 25, 2014) -- Ethel Burkett started putting together country music shows 40 years ago in Kittanning, Pa. She started a primitive campground shortly after and has been doing it ever since.

(Sept. 25, 2014) -- Two new campsites on the Lake Michigan's lakeshore located in Point Beach State Forest are giving kayakers a place to spend the night.