Month: September 2014

(Sept. 3, 2014) -- On this week's American RVer show, host Peggy Grich speaks with water quality expert Mark Shumaker about the dos and don'ts when it comes to a RV water system and how to keep fresh water safe and bacteria free.

(Sept. 3, 2014) -- A native of Texas, Walker, 31, Braden Walker is a certified inbound marketing specialist who will oversee website design and search engine optimization (SEO) for clients of Texas Advertising and TXAD Internet, the company’s Internet services division.

(Sept. 3, 2014) -- "Cypress is a true entry in to luxury, being built on the same foundation of quality and innovation that has made Redwood so successful," said Fuller.

Editor’s Note: To view a time lapse video showing construction of General RV’s new Tampa, Fla., store click here or scroll to the right side of the RVBUSINESS.com home page. Michigan-based multi-location dealer General RV Center, the nation’s largest family-owned dealership group, is eagerly anticipating the completion of two major projects over the next few […]

The RV Service Introduction Course, hosted by Northampton Community College in conjunction with the Pennsylvania RV and Camping Association (PRVCA), begins Sept. 22 and runs through Oct. 26. According to a press release, the program allows students to gain an in-depth understanding of recreation vehicle maintenance with intensive, competency-based instruction. This course is the logical entry point into the […]

Begg’s Black Book, offering a monthly analysis of the wholesale specialty vehicle market, reported that auction values depreciated in August. To view the video click here or scroll to the right side of the RVBUSINESS.com home page. Black Book Editor Ricky Beggs noted, “The majority of market segments that we track within the RV industry have finally […]

Elkhart County police are urging Indiana recreational vehicle makers and transport firms to watch for catalytic converter thieves. The Elkhart Truth reported that last week someone stole catalytic converters from 19 Ford chassis on the lot of Forest River Inc.’s Coachmen RV plant at 423 N. Main St. in Middlebury, said Kevin Miller, Middlebury Police Department […]

Topeka, Ind.-based Redwood RV Co., a manufacturer of high-end residential fifth-wheels, announced the launch of its new Cypress product line. According to a press release, Cypress will round out the new lineup as a true entry into the luxury fifth-wheel market. Cypress satisfies growing demand with “superior construction, dynamic interior design, as well as classic […]

Perris, Calif.-based Pacific Coachworks Inc.(PCW) announced the appointment of industry veteran Jason Quigley as product manager for its Sandsport and Tango towable lines. With 15 years in the RV industry, Quigley brings retail experience having sold and managed products for reputable dealers including Giant RV and Richardson’s RV. According to a press release, he also has experience on […]

(Sept. 2, 2014) -- "This course is the logical entry point into the RV technician training program," said Leach. "It delves into the workings of a typical RV dealership service center and exposes the student to the skills necessary to function within a dealership environment."