Month: January 2015

(Jan. 15, 2015) -- “The work done by the committees under their leadership is critically important to RVIA’s efforts to advance the RV industry. We are very appreciative for their willingness to serve," said Bontrager.

(Jan. 15, 2015) -- "The stock market is up, gas prices are way down and I think there is a pent up demand for RVs that is really evident this year" said Kelly. "For many people who have delayed RV purchases since the recession, it is coming to a point where they realize they need to pull the trigger or give up on the dream."

Registration opens this week for association members interested in attending the Recreation Vehicle Industry Association’s (RVIA) 2015 Annual Meeting, scheduled for March 10-12 at Florida’s Ritz-Carlton Sarasota. According to a report in RVIA Today Express, attendees will have the opportunity to discuss association activities, attend informative seminars, and network with business colleagues. “RVIA’s Annual Meeting […]

(Jan. 15, 2015) -- Lance Wilson, executive director of the Florida RV Trade Association, which sponsors the show, is the first guest. He talks about the record-setting opening day and why he thinks the show is so popular. He also talks about the association's training effort and how dealers all over North America can tap into the program. The second guest is Walt Burns, from EasyCare. The company offers extended warranties and other F&I products to RV dealers, and he describes those in detail. But, he also talks about a new video messaging service that EasyCare offers to dealers that let them e-mail video messages to customers. This is a popular communications technique for sales and service applications.

Jill Currier has been promoted to the position of accommodations director for Kampgrounds of America Inc. (KOA). According to a press release, Currier will direct the operation and expansion of KOA’s accommodation programs for both the company-owned properties division and KOA’s franchisee network. The accommodations programs include both KOA basic cabins and deluxe cabins. Currier […]

(Jan. 15, 2015) -- In her new role, Currier will direct the operation and expansion of KOA’s accommodation programs for both the Company-Owned Properties Division and KOA’s franchisee network. KOA currently has more than 4,500 basic cabins and 2,300 deluxe cabins.

(Jan. 15, 2015) — Lazydays RV has unveiled an expanded and upgraded 300-site RV resort open to the general public. Amenities include 24-hour on site resort staff, on site restaurants and a revamped pool area among others.

(Jan. 15, 2015) -- “We are seeking committee members from automotive-related businesses, manufacturers, government agencies and dealerships to assist in the development of these important standards for the automotive industry,” said Schmitz.

(Jan. 15, 2015) — Ally Financial has added a host of new training courses to its Performance Development Center for dealers to utilize. New courses include training on selling skills, customer loyalty and retention and social media marketing among others.

(Jan. 15, 2015) -- Yahoo came up with a list of the one thing in each of the 50 states designed to make people want to explore this country.