The White House recently issued a new proclamation expanding steel and aluminum tariffs to include products where steel and aluminum comprise two-thirds or more of the value of the good. RVIA News & Insights reported that the proclamation spawned from a recommendation by the Commerce Department, which determined that the pre-existing tariff coverage was falling short […]
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The best RV dealerships are the ones that have a clear purpose and strive to fulfill that goal, according to a report by Mobile RVing. For Affinity RV, which operates three locations in the Prescott, Ariz., area, that purpose is stated front and center on their website — “Bringing Family and Lifestyle Together.” For five […]
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Editor’s Note: The following op-ed by Automotive News examines signs that point to waning prospects for auto sales in the coming year. A new year often brings a sense of optimism. But with the auto industry looking at likely sales declines in the world’s biggest markets, 2020 may not be a joyride. After a historic […]
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The Quad City Times reported that in terms of sales, Frazer sells as many as 500 RVs a year, many of which are towable models. Since then, he has been able to expand and add products, as well as expanding his sales force. To celebrate this success in growth, Frazer has remodeled his showroom to showcase 16 […]
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Thor Motor Coach’s (TMC) Class A diesel Tuscany motorhome, a gleaming black RV on display at last weekend’s Fort Wayne RV & Camping Show, drew a lot of attention from showgoers, according to a report by the Fort Wayne Journal Gazette. Jan Compton, of Fort Wayne, took in the 3 1/2-ton roadster, after touring the […]
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The following is the latest list of RV recalls compiled by the National Highway Traffic Safety Association (NHTSA). • Keystone RV Co. is recalling 1,112 2020 Crossroads Cameo, Crossroads Cruiser, Crossroads Hampton, Crossroads Volante, Crossroads Redwood (models and Crossroads Sunset trailers. The WiFi prep wiring may have improper circuit protection between the Wi-Fi switch and […]
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Dometic reported sales of about $400 million for its fourth quarter, a decline of 4% compared to the same period a year ago. Its net income for the quarter was $4.86 million. The company said that restructuring costs of $8.28 million impacted its fourth-quarter sales. Dometic CEO Juan Vargues called 2019 “an important year” for […]
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NTEA, the association for the work truck industry, recently announced the addition of Kevin Koester to its leadership team as a senior director. According to a press release, Koester will focus on several critical aspects of the association, including the WorkTruckCert program, chassis OEM and Tier 1 engagement, and growth in data and market analytics. “Adding […]
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RVIA News & Insights reported that Indiana, through the efforts of Sen. Blake Doriot, has introduced a resolution to urge the establishment of an Indiana Office of Outdoor Recreation Development (Senate Concurrent Resolution #15) within the Indiana Destination Development Corporation (IDDC). Doriot is joined on the resolution by State Sen. Linda Rogers and State Senate […]
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Editor’s Note: The following column authored by Recreation Vehicle Dealers Association (RVDA) Chairmen Ron Shepherd and appearing in the January issue of RV Executive Today examines the growing focus in the industry on the repair event cycle time (RECT). Now that the RVDA convention is over (and it was another huge success, I might add), […]
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