Month: September 2015

(Sept. 24, 2015) -- Podcast 67 was broadcast during the Elkhart RV Open House, so host Greg Gerber offers his assessment on the attendance of the show and some changes he has noticed at the event this year. The first guest is one of the sponsors of the show, Bob Martin, who is the president and CEO of Thor Industries. He offers his opinion on this year's show and what it means for the industry. He also addresses Thor Industries' four quarter financial statement, which was released on opening day of the show. The second guest is Phillip BIllups, the vice president of product development for RV Trader. During the Pennsylvania RV Show, he talked about the surge in interest in online shopping and what's driving the 40 percent increase in visitors to RVTrader.com, as well as changing demographics.

(Sept. 24, 2015) — Cummins Seymour Engine Plant, located in Seymour, Ind., has achieved certification in the Indiana Voluntary Protection Program (VPP) as a "STAR" site. VPP "STAR" certification is the highest level of certification a worksite can achieve, WBIW reported.

(Sept. 24, 2015) — Dealers and media received the first look at Thor Motor Coach's (TMC) newest RUVs (Recreational Utility Vehicles) with the unveiling of the Gemini and Compass brands of motorhomes. These new additions provide even more horsepower to the RUV segment, which currently includes the Axis and Vegas brands.

The latest addition to Ultra-Fab Products’ extensive line of manual stabilizers is the Super Grip Chocks XL designed to eliminate front-to-back rocking motion. According to a press release, the Super Grip Chocks XL anchors opposing wheels of tandem axles which creates a firm foundation while the RV is parked.  Improperly chocked RVs promote an unstable platform […]

Winnebago Industries Inc. announced the promotion of Gary McCarthy to director of human resources. According to a press release, McCarthy will be responsible for implementing HR policies and programs, managing all aspects of employee relations and development, managing staffing and recruiting, organizational development, performance management, compensation and benefits administration. McCarthy, a 27-year veteran of Winnebago, […]

(Sept. 24, 2015) — The camping season in Yosemite National Park is coming to a close, park officials said, with many campgrounds wrapping up for the year through the next few weeks, the Sierra Star reported.

(Sept. 24, 2015) — It’s tough to find an open hotel room in Elkhart this week. And that’s a good thing, the Elkhart Truth reported. Thousands of RV dealers from throughout the country arrived in the city this week to take part in the annual RV Open House Week.

(Sept. 24, 2015) — Napa County Fairgrounds' RV park was closed from regular operations in order to house Valley fire evacuees, Venues Today reported.

(Sept. 24, 2015) — Missouri River park enthusiasts can now enjoy an extended fall season thanks to an agreement between several government agencies, the Yankton Daily Press & Dakotan reported.

(Sept. 24, 2015) — Budget cuts are forcing Alabama’s state parks to tighten their belts, WVTM 13 reported. The general fund budget the governor signed last week is taking $3 million from the Department of Conservation.