Month: April 2016

(April 18, 2016) — The RV Electrical System Service course begins May 2, and runs through June 26. The online program, which is run by Northampton Community College and the Pennsylvania RV and Camping Association, allows students to gain an in-depth understanding of recreation vehicle maintenance.

Goshen, Ind.-based auto and RV parts maker GDC Corp. recently purchased a 73,660-square-foot building near the RV/MH Hall of Fame north of Elkhart. The industrial building is located at 22428 Elkhart East Blvd. The building would be an additional location for GDC, which now operates five facilities, according to a press release from FM Stone GDC supplies more […]

(April 18, 2016) — The annual Spring Meeting and Trade Show of the Texas Association of Campground Owners (TACO) is now underway at Guadalupe River RV Resort in Kerrville.

(April 18, 2016) -- To start the season off right, Thetford Corporation is offering its “Super Summer Special,” a $25 mail-in rebate on select toilets. The promotion will run from April 18 to July 10.

(April 18, 2016) -- Starcraft RV recalled certain model year 2016 Launch Ultra Lite trailers, model 31BHT, manufactured June 23, 2015, to Sept. 29, 2015. The entry steps may have been installed without using the proper bolts, possibly resulting in the steps loosening or separating from the trailer.

(April 18, 2016) -- After a weekend of flooding that dumped more than a foot of rain in parts of Texas, the Escapees Club today sent out an email message to members advising them they were having issues with the phone and mail service.

(April 18, 2016) -- Forest River recalled certain model year 2013-2016 Puma recreational trailers, models T12RBC, T15UDC, T17QBC, and T18FBC, manufactured from Jan. 1, 2013, through March 1, 2016.

(April 18, 2016) -- Forest River recalled certain model year 2016 Cherokee Grey Wolf recreational trailers manufactured from March 23, 2015, through March 9, 2016.

Sophisticated entertainment systems, residential appliances, power shades and electronics are driving demand for more innovative converters, power centers and inverters. In response, WFCO Electronics introduced Power Pros, offering OEMs expertise and support to address “critical factors” related to power-related products. “Good technical support for innovation is critical for the industry,” said Tom Ryan, vice president of […]

(April 18, 2016) -- “Good technical support for innovation is critical for the industry,” Ryan explained. “Our Elkhart-based Power Pros, consisting of engineering and technical support, are integral to WFCO’s product development.