Dave Barbulesco

A hotel next to Hollywood Casino Columbus in Ohio may still be years away, but visitors will soon get another option for staying next door to the West Side casino. The Columbus Dispatch reported that the owner of Haydocy Airstream & RV plans a $6 million “upscale RV resort” on 20 acres between his W. […]

Charlie Lockwood has joined Blue Ox as a dealer development manager serving customers in New York and Canadian provinces of Newfoundland, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Ontario, Prince Edward Island, and Quebec. “We are thrilled to have Charlie join the Blue Ox family. His experience and passion for the towing Industry will be a true asset […]

Despite a steady rain and cooler weather on the final weekend of the 10-day 66th California RV Show, the event registered an all-time attendance record of 40,191 at the Los Angeles Fairplex in Pomona, edging out last year’s high mark of 40,167. “Opening weekend we had approximately 8,500 people on Saturday — which is typically […]

Yakima Products Inc., a supplier of vehicle racks and cargo solutions, has entered into an exclusive partnership with Keystone Automotive Operations Inc. and NTP-STAG as the brand’s exclusive distributors for the automotive and RV aftermarket channel.   “Growing the automotive aftermarket and RV channels are among our top priorities, and we’re excited to partner with […]

As the 65th California RV Show reached the midway point Wednesday (Oct. 10), organizers are pointing toward another strong-selling event driven by textbook West Coast weather and a buyers market that appears to still have legs. “I have to say everything is going our way,” said Tom Gaither, western show director for the host RV […]

Editor’s Note: The following blog is authored by Lauren Labunsky, public relations manager for Dealer Spike, a company that provides websites as well as a suite of online advertising solutions designed to help dealers increase sales and service profitability. Search Engine Optimization (SEO) and Search Engine Marketing (SEM) both have a reputation for enhancing online results […]

Regency RV announced Will Gonyon has been appointed regional sales manager for Regency RV and its newly acquired National Traveler brand. According to a press release, he will be responsible for new business development, sales training systems and assisting dealers with their Regency customers. Gonyon brings more than 15 years of RV industry management and […]

Luxury motorhome builder Regency RV announced that Larry Meredith has been appointed regional sales manager, western region, for the Regency line and its newly acquired National Traveler brand.   According to a press release, he will be responsible for new business development, sales training and assisting dealers with their customers. Meredith brings over 41 years of RV […]

Nappanee, Ind.-based Gulf Stream Coach Inc. reported that its fiberglass ultra-lightweight Vista Cruiser and Vintage Cruiser are enjoying strong sales this year. According to a press release, Gulf Stream’s “V-Class” has posted over 6,000 units sold to date. The latest addition to the line is the retro-inspired Vintage Cruiser offering several retro color schemes and a […]

CWRV Transport held its annual tribute Thursday (Sept. 6) for its fleet of contractors, recognizing the dedication, and the sacrifices, exhibited by its employees with the fifth Driver Appreciation Day at the RV/MH Hall of Fame Event and Conference Center. “The focus of the day is all about our contractors,” said Rob Jackson, president of […]