Month: November 2016

The RV industry’s shipments will top 438,000 units in 2017, a 4.4% increase above the projected 2016 total of 419,500 units, according to a new forecast from the Recreation Vehicle Industry Association (RVIA). The forecast was prepared by RV industry analyst Dr. Richard Curtin and released by RVIA President Frank Hugelmeyer at Outlook 2017, the […]

The Recreation Vehicle Dealers Association (RVDA) honored RV brands built by 15 manufacturers with its Quality Circle Award Monday (Nov. 28) at the Crowne Plaza Hotel in Louisville, Ky., preluding today’s opening of the RVIA National RV Trade Show. (To view a slideshow of the presentation along with other Monday night Louisville activities and today’s Outlook […]

Lippert Components Inc. (LCI) announced today (Nov. 29) that it would acquire the service centers and related business of Camping Connection, an RV repair and service provider with two locations in Kissimmee, Fla., and Myrtle Beach, S.C. LCI currently has service centers in Goshen, Ind., Gilbert, Ariz., and Lakeland, Fla. “Acquiring Camping Connection’s service centers […]

The 2016 National RV Trade Show got off to a rousing start Monday (Nov. 28) when keynote speaker Ken Schmidt, the former director of communications strategy for Harley-Davidson Motor Co., warned of the downfalls of the “commoditization of an industry.” (To view a slideshow of Monday night Louisville activities and today’s Outlook Breakfast scroll to the right […]

(Nov. 29, 2016) -- "The strong revenue and earnings growth reflects the ongoing enthusiastic reception of our product offerings by dealers and consumers alike, as well as our ability to effectively manage our growth and integrate acquisitions successfully," said Martin.

(Nov. 29, 2016) -- People, in general, are now getting accustomed to utilizing their Internet-enables devices to obtain goods they want. It seems obvious that they might do the same in obtaining services.

(Nov. 29, 2016) -- Erwin Hymer Group North America along with the University of Waterloo were the first two participants approved for the program which allows the company to test autonomous vehicles on public roads.

Winnebago Industries Inc. will share key initiatives and insights at this week’s National RV Trade Show in Louisville, Ky., according to a press release. “Winnebago has embarked on a journey we believe will position the company for sustained growth and success in the years ahead,” said Michael Happe, president and CEO. “We invite dealers, business partners and […]

With deliveries of recreation vehicles from manufacturers to dealers roaring toward an all-time high, the North American RV industry is planning to accelerate its strong momentum by focusing its marketing efforts on three groups of consumers most likely to buy – Active Family Adventurers, Nature Lovers, and Kid-Free Adult Adventurers. Combined, this group of potential […]

Thor Motor Coach is showcasing new floorplans to dealers for the first time at the Recreation Vehicle Industry Association’s (RVIA) National RV Trade Show starting today (Nov. 29) in Louisville, Ky. According to a press release, new floorplans include: Aria 3401 – Campground-friendly diesel pusher featuring king size bed with Tilt-A-View inclining bed mechanism, 100-watt solar […]