Month: September 2015

(Sept. 28, 2015) -- “We were overwhelmed by the traffic in our Elkhart display, and have already added approximately 40 new dealers for the 2016 motorhomes,” said Sarvari. “We look to solidify another 25 markets in the next 60 days."

U.S. and Canadian recreational vehicle retailers named in late September as recipients of 2015 RVBusiness Top 50 Dealer Awards tend to share some consistent traits, according to the panel of industry experts who annually select the winners — including a penchant for cutting-edge digital marketing, selfless charitable giving and a more open-minded approach to servicing […]

The North American Trailer Dealers Association (NATDA) reported record attendance for the 2015 NATDA Trade Show heldSept. 10-12 in Nashville, Tenn., at the Music City Center. The organization stated in a press release that all segments of the trailer industry were represented, including toy hauler, cargo, race car, horse, marine, dump and flatbed and markets.  The 2015 NATDA […]

Battery Watering Technologies has launched the Sense Smart Electrolyte Sensor Valve. According to a press release, the valve features a built-in probe and external LED indicator that lets RV owners know when their batteries require watering. Distributed exclusively through U.S. Battery Manufacturing Co., the Sense Smart valve fits a variety of 6-volt, 8-volt, and 12-volt batteries with […]

If a rising tide does indeed lift all ships, then it should come as no surprise that all segments of the RV industry are reporting they are in the midst of some of their best years ever. Add Fantasy RV Tours, a Las Vegas-based privately-held company that provides organized rallies for independent RVers, to the […]

In support of the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation, Woody’s RV World is excited to announce the “RV for the Cause” – Pink RV raffle winner and the presentation of the proceeds from the raffle.  According to a press release, Woody’s RV World pioneered the program in an effort to promote awareness and support the cause. […]

As the recreational vehicle industry continues to bounce back, more companies are setting up shop on the east side of Elkhart near the intersection of C.R. 6 and C.R. 17, according to a report by the Elkhart Truth. In the last year, at least two new facilities have gone up in the Elkhart East Development, which […]

Authorities say four RV trailers have burned at a dealership at the La Mesa RV dealership in Mesa, Ariz., after a propane tank being serviced exploded. According to the Associated Press, Mesa Fire Department officials say one employee of the La Mesa RV Center suffered some burns on his hands and arms in Friday (Sept. […]

A big brown Newmar Dutch Star camper with Texas plates dusted up the gravel rolling into the Missouri State Fair Campgrounds Tuesday afternoon. According to the Sedalia Democrat Don Wooden, south region director of Good Sam Club, was unhitching his car when a friend approached. “What’s going on young man?” Wooden said. The two shook hands […]

(Sept. 25, 2015) -- “Breast cancer can affect women of any age, and our mother who is now a breast cancer survivor, is one of the reasons why we are dedicated to helping the Susan G. Komen Foundation fight this terrible disease,” said Richardson.