Month: September 2015

(Sept. 24, 2015) — Many Kentucky State Parks will have special events for Halloween, the Lane Report stated. Check out a few of the events scheduled such as a zombie walk and costume competition.

(Sept. 24, 2015) — Winnebago Industries announced the promotion of Gary McCarthy to director of human resources. In his new position, McCarthy will be responsible for implementing HR policies and programs, managing all aspects of employee relations, managing staffing and recruiting among other duties.

Manufacturer shipments to retailers tracked by the Recreation Vehicle Industry Association (RVIA) improved in August this year, climbing to 27,330 units – a small gain over last month and a 3.4% gain over this same month last year. This was the best August shipment total in eight years and raised year-to-date totals of all RVs […]

Dealers and media received their first look at Thor Motor Coach’s (TMC) newest recreational utility vehicles (RUVs) with the unveiling of the Gemini and Compass motorhome brands during this week’s Elkhart County RV Open House. These new additions, built on the Ford Transit platform, broaden the company’s RUV segment which currently includes the Axis and Vegas brands. […]

The first-ever aluminum-bodied Ford F-series Super Duty pickup will be up to 350 pounds lighter than the current generation but offer increased towing and hauling capabilities, Ford Motor Co. said today. Automotive News reported that the 2017 Super Duty, which Ford is unveiling at the State Fair of Texas, is scheduled to go on sale […]

Editor’s Note: the following is an analysis by The Motley Fool of Thor Industries Inc. following the company’s fourth-quarter and year-end financial report. Recreational-vehicle giant Thor Industries reported earnings for the quarter ended July 31 after the bell on Monday. Here’s what you need to know. The key numbers Thor reported a net profit of $69 […]

Horse trailer manufacturer Featherlite Trailers has been “Certified Green” by TRA Certification. According to a press release, Featherlite earned the Bronze level of certification and will begin labeling their living quarters horse trailers with TRA’s green label. The announcement was made Sept. 22 at the company’s International Dealer Meeting in Kansas City, Mo. TRA Certification, […]

(Sept. 24, 2015) -- Motor vehicle sales increased by 2.0 percent in July, which was broadly in line with an earlier-reported rise in unit auto sales in the month. Motor vehicle sales have increased for six consecutive months, with Statistics Canada noting that gains since February have largely reflected higher sales of trucks.

(Sept. 24, 2015) -- "We are especially pleased that the letter highlights the pain and suffering felt by businesses linked to outdoor recreation from the 2013 shutdown," Crandall said.

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