Lippert Attains 100,000 Hours ‘Acts of Service’

Lippert Components Inc. (LCI) announced it completed a 2018 social responsibility initiative. Through its Acts of Service program, the company collectively completed 100,000 hours of community service on Oct. 23, more than two months ahead of schedule. According to a press release, LCI expressed appreciation to more than 10,000 team members for their role in […]

Slowing Global Growth May Temper Rate Hikes

One of the biggest threats to stock prices is suddenly looking less scary. The New York Times reported that investors’ concerns about rising interest rates have helped fuel the recent selling that has left the S&P 500 stock index nearly 6.6% off its high. But there have been signs in recent days that interest rates […]

Alliance Coach Adding Omni ‘Super C’ by TMC

Alliance Coach, based in Wildwood, Fla., announced the addition of Thor Motor Coach’s 2019 Omni Super C diesel to its lineup of products. According to a press release, since opening its doors as an RV service center in 2009, Alliance Coach has grown exponentially to include RV sales and rentals. The dealer’s motorized and towable RV […]

Vintage RV Owners Gather at Ind. Campground

At a shady campground outside of Columbus, Ind., a group of dedicated people relived the glory days of American camper culture. The Daily Journal reported that they came in Shastas, Airfloats and Arrows, compact aluminum contraptions built in the “canned ham” style, their appearances resembling the tinned meat you’d find in a grocery store. Some […]

Report: NHTSA Releases Latest RV Recall List

Editor’s Note: The following is the latest RV recall list compiled by the National Highway Safety Association (NHTSA).  • Forest River Inc. is recalling 4,790 2017-2019 Forest River Georgetown and FR3 motorhomes, 2018-2019 Berkshire motorhomes and 2018 Charleston motorhomes. The motorized windshield roller shade at the driver’s seating position may unroll without warning while driving. For additional […]

Mereness Stepping Down as Lippert President

Lippert Components Inc. (LCI) announces that Scott Mereness will be stepping down as president after 24 years with the company to pursue new entrepreneurial opportunities. According to a press release, Mereness will provide assistance to LCI to ensure a smooth transition. Going forward, it is expected that Jason Lippert will assume the title of CEO […]

FRVTA Sees Strong Crowds at Fall RV Shows

The Florida RV Trade Association (FRVTA) just completed its fall RV show season, with all three events reporting close to record-breaking attendance. According to a press release, the Oct. 18-21 Panhandle RV Show scheduled was canceled due to the damage left by Hurricane Michael.   The inaugural Jacksonville Fall RV Show kicked off the season Oct. 11-14 […]