Month: November 2017

The Recreation Vehicle Industry Association (RVIA) announced the winners of its first annual “40 Under 40” Award. According to a press release, these 40 individuals, who were nominated by their peers and selected by members of the RVIA Trade Shows and Events Committee, represent current and future leaders in the RV industry who are under […]

As night falls, the motels and RV parks along America’s highways begin to fill up with travelers needing a place for the night. But, according to a New York Times report, to untold thousands of motorists each year — some with a sense of adventure, others looking to save a buck, still more with no […]

(Nov. 15, 2017) -- “Tim Petty brings years of quality service and experience to the team at the department and we could not be happier with the President’s choice for the position,” said Secretary Ryan Zinke.

Nov. 15, 2017) -- Florida continues to spend about $2.4 million a week to clean up debris strewn across state waters during Hurricane Irma two months ago.

US Equity Advantage (USEA) has entered into a partnership agreement with independent insurance Brown & Brown Insurance to provide its AutoPayPlus biweekly loan payment service to recreational vehicle  and automotive dealers. To facilitate the partnership, USEA has also completed an integration with American Guardian Warranty Services Inc.’s menu software selling platform used exclusively by Brown & Brown. According […]

KPA, in conjunction with the Mike Molino RV Learning Center, will help dealers cope with the upcoming holiday season during a webinar titled “Ho, Ho, Whoa! Keeping Holiday Parties, Gifting and Religious Accommodations in Perspective.” According to a press release, the session is slated for Nov. 16 at noon (DST) and will be presented by Jill […]

With technology playing a key role in the enjoyment of RV travel today, the Family Motor Coach Association (FMCA) has introduced the TechConnect+ benefit package through Sprint, designed to bring  technology offers to FMCA members. According to a press release, for $49.99 per month, members receive a mobile data plan plus access to technology-related discounts. […]

Easycare Extended Warranty program presented Tents for Troops (T4T) with a $2,000 check at the 2017 RV Dealers International Convention/Expo last week in Las Vegas.   “This generous gift will help a great deal and provide a lot of fun RV vacations for our troops and their families,” said T4T founder Charlie Curry in a press release. […]

Colton RV, with three New York State locations, has become SylvanSport’s newest dealer. With close proximity to some of the most scenic lakes, rivers and camping in the north, Colton RV is “perfectly situated to carry the innovative SylvanSport GO camping trailer,” according to a press release. “We’re finding more and more customers coming in […]

(Nov. 14, 2017) -- My family and I headed to Ville Platte Sunday for week two of our staycation adventure — see all 21 Louisiana state parks.