RVIA President Kirby Recounts Highlights from 2019

Editor’s Note: The following is a message to members from RV Industry Association (RVIA) President Craig Kirby offering an update on the industry and highlights from 2019. As 2019 comes to a close, I want to thank you for your support of the RV Industry Association and your confidence in allowing me to lead your […]

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2nd Amended Complaint Filed In Case Against Johns

On Monday (Dec. 16), Michael DeWitt filed a second amended complaint against Dustin and Lindsey Johns in response to Kosciusko Superior Court 4 Judge Christopher D. Kehler’s ruling on Dec. 9, to dismiss due to insufficient details pending an amended complaint. According to an InkFree News report, the complaint describes how Dustin Johns was the […]

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MARVAC Conducts Tech Training Classes Dec. 10-12

Officials with the Michigan Association of RV Parks & Campgrounds (MARVAC) are calling the recent three-day tech training workshop a success, as some 63 technicians from 10 dealerships participated in the supplier-led seminars. MARVAC Director Darren Ing told RVBUSINESS.com that the workshop, held Dec. 10-12 at the association’s offices in Okemos, featured three one-day training […]

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Winnebago Adding Armbruster to Board of Directors

Winnebago Industries Inc. announced the appointment of Sara Armbruster to its board of directors, effective Dec.18. According to a press release, Armbruster will sit on the finance and human resources committees. Winnebago further announced it has increased the size of its board from eight to nine members. Armbruster is vice president, strategy, research and digital […]

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China Cuts America ‘a Break’ on Tariffs Phase 1 Deal

China unveiled a new list of tariff exemptions today (Dec. 19) for imports from the United States, days after the world’s two largest economies announced a Phase 1 trade deal. The tariff waivers will be effective Dec. 26, and apply for six items, most of them chemical products such as white oil, high-density polyethylene, linear low-density […]

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Pelosi Threatens to Delay Senate Impeachment Trial

Speaker Nancy Pelosi refused to commit Wednesday (Dec. 18) to delivering articles of impeachment to the Senate, citing concerns about an unfair trial on removing President Donald Trump from office. Politico reported that senior Democratic aides said the House was “very unlikely” to take the steps necessary to send the articles to the Senate until […]

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Forest River Employees Turn Heartache into Healing

The following release from KOA Care Camps offers an inside look at Forest River Inc.’s support of Care Camps, a charitable organization established by an association of independent Kampgrounds of America Inc. franchisees that through generous donations provides a free summer camping experience for children with cancer. Pete Liegl, CEO of the Forest River, also shares his personal battle and triumph […]

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50-acre, $14M RV Resort, Waterpark Planned In Fla.

A new 50-acre, $14 million RV resort and water park project is being planned for East Milton, Fla., backed by the same developer who owns another RV park in the south end of Santa Rosa County, according to the Pensacola News Journal. Splash RV Resort and Water Park will be located at 8500 Welcome Church Road […]

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High Altitude Continues Composite Teardrop Trend

Teardrop trailers typically feature a wood body, sometimes with an aluminum skin, but manufacturers have been moving away from the wood and toward all metal and composite constructions. New Atlas reported that the latest to roll into the field is the High Altitude XT50, a foam-core composite shell filled out with a cozy sleeper interior […]

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‘Glamping Hub’ Enlists Origin to Design New Logo

Glamping Hub, a booking platform for outdoor accommodations, has unveiled a new logo and initiated the first phase of a comprehensive rebranding effort across all channels. According to a press release, the company partnered with Canada-based creative agency Origin to build its brand essence and simplify its message. “With our new logo and branding, we […]

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