The Work Truck Show 2020 offers industry professionals the opportunity not just to see the latest trucks and equipment from more than 500 exhibiting companies, but to participate in hands-on activities to get a deeper understanding of new technology and have a little fun in the process. According to a press release, Work Truck Week […]
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With record numbers of RVs being produced and sold to an ever-expanding demographic of RV consumers, it is more important than ever that RV buyers know that there are efficient, well-trained technicians available to keep their RVs safe and operational. RVIA News & Insights reported that the RV Technical Institute, which recently opened in Elkhart, […]
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Patrick Industries Inc. reported that net sales for the fourth quarter of 2019 increased $18.3 million, or 3%, to $549.5 million from $531.2 million in the same quarter of 2018. The increase in the fourth quarter was primarily attributable to industry growth in its housing and industrial markets, acquisitions, and market share gains, and was […]
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Canadian towable sales retreated 13.3% for 2019, according to the latest report from Statistical Surveys Inc. (SSI). Results by segment showed: Travel trailer sales fell 12.3%% year-over-year through December. Canadian fifth-wheel sales dropped 17.7% for the 12 months. Folding camping trailer registrations declined 17.5% through December. Park model sales edged up 6% for the 12 […]
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RV Life Network, a Dallas-based, RV-lifestyle publisher and operator of multiple owner-forums, has purchased CamperReport.com for an undisclosed amount. The sale takes effect immediately and, according to RV Life, adds 1.9 million unique users to the company’s existing 32 million user base. Andy Robinowitz, founder and CEO of RV Life parent Social Knowledge LLC, told […]
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Good Sam announced the creation of the Good Sam RV storage network. According to a press release, the goal of the new nationwide network is to recognize RV storage facilities that provide high standards of service and amenities and serve as a liaison between the small business RV storage owner and the broader RV community. […]
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In this episode of Rollin’ on TV, Mark Polk of RV Education 101 explains the various categories and differences in RVs. Later, Jeff Johnston highlights the EzStorHitch, and Michelle Fontaine visits with Angelia Peterson, brand manager of Highland Ridge RV, and checks out a new pet-friendly trailer.
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PPL Motor Homes President Diana LeBlanc, a Houston native and radio personality known as “RV Nana,” marked her 40the anniversary with the company on Feb. 4. “What a fun and exciting rollercoaster it has been,” noted LeBlanc. “I started as a receptionist in 1980 when the company had only four employees. From our origins in […]
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Industry personnel interested in attending a March 17-18 Dometic RV technical training class in the Boston area need to register before Feb. 17. To avoid cancellation of the session at least 12 more participants are needed, according to a press release. The two-day program, set to be held at the Holiday Inn in Mansfield, Mass., […]
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The Recreation Vehicle Dealers Association’s (RVDA) Convention/Expo Committee is seeking workshop proposals for the Nov. 9-13 2020 RV Dealers Convention/Expo at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas. As the premier education event for RV dealers, over 1,700 individuals from across North America attend the workshops presented during the five-day expo, according to a press release. Almost […]
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