A new survey from the RV Industry Association (RVIA) reveals that younger RVers are choosing to buy the most parts and accessories to make modifications and additions to their vehicles. In addition, two-thirds of surveyed RVers say buying the right parts and accessories to modify their RV enhances their outdoor experiences. According to a press […]
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After Monday’s annual kick-off Aftermarket Golf Tournament held at Colorado National, the annual RV Aftermarket Executive Conference got down to business at the Embassy Suites Downtown Convention Center in Denver for a three-day (Aug. 13-15) event at which some 240 attendees including RV industry suppliers and distributors traditionally meet to develop their strategies for expanding […]
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Jayco Inc. launched its exclusive JAYCOMMAND “smart” technology at its annual dealer homecoming meeting this past week in Las Vegas. According to a press release, the system turns any smart phone into a remote, allowing customers to control various features of their RV. The JAYCOMMAND system was custom-built by Jayco’s product development and engineering teams, […]
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Tonight’s New England RV Dealers Association (NERVDA) podcast spotlights Good Sam Chapters in the area and the volunteer work they do in their communities. The show, which begins at 7 p.m., can be accessed at the association’s Facebook page (www.facebook.com/rvinginnewengland). Many RVers may not know that the “Sam” in Good Sam refers to good Samaritans […]
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A record 22 candidates are running for the seven seats that are up for reelection for the RV Industry Association’s (RVIA) 2020 board of directors 2020-2022 term. According to a press release, formal instructions for voting will be emailed to all official reps at member companies on Sept. 3 for the voting period, taking place […]
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The deadline for turning in completed applications for this year’s 2019 RV Business Top 50 Dealer Awards has been extended to Aug. 19, according to Top 50 Coordinator Barb Riley ([email protected]) and administrator BJ Thompson. A panel of independent judges will then finalize the selections in a closed-door session in early September at the RV/MH Hall of Fame […]
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Canadian towable sales retreated 14.5% for the first six months of 2019, according to the latest report from Statistical Surveys Inc. (SSI). Results by segment showed: Travel trailer sales fell 13.1% year-over-year through June. Canadian fifth-wheel sales dropped 20.4% for the first six months. Folding camping trailer registrations declined 20.9% through June. Thor Industries Inc. […]
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The rental education track at the 2019 RV Dealers Convention/Expo will include an hour-long workshop from Paige Bouma, vice president for Trader Interactive’s Recreational Brands. Bouma, a new convention speaker, has extensive experience in digital advertising, large-scale partnerships, customer service, and dealership consultation. According to a press release, Bouma’s “The Rise of the RV Renter: […]
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RV/MH Heritage Foundation staff members Jennifer Rose and Ryan Szklarek (shown in photo) have been promoted to vice president positions. According to a release, Rose will serve as vice president of the Northern Indiana Event Center after having served for more than five years as the Foundation’s event manager. She earned a bachelor’s in education […]
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Spartan Specialty Chassis and Vehicles, a business unit of Spartan Motors Inc., will showcase its latest top-of-the-line Class A diesel chassis design at the 100th Annual Family Motor Coach Association (FMCA) International Convention and RV Expo in Minot, N.D. According to a press release, the event is taking place at the North Dakota State Fairgrounds […]
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