Dave Barbulesco

The 46th running of America’s Largest RV Show proved to be the most successful edition to date as event organizers reported a new high mark in attendance for Public Days, which ran Sept. 10-14 at the Giant Center in Hersey, Pa.  Heather Leach, marketing and education director for the host Pennsylvania RV & Camping Association (PRVCA), […]

Spurred by sunny skies and riding the tailwind of a surging recreational vehicle industry, the 46th Annual America’s Largest RV Show ushered a record number of attendees through its gates Wednesday (Sept. 10) as the event officially opened “Public Days” at the Giant Center in Hershey, Pa. Heather Leach, marketing and education director for the […]

Dometic Group’s Tuesday (Sept. 9) announcement of its pending acquisition of Elkhart, Ind.-based Atwood Mobile Products LLC represents a major shift in the RV supply chain landscape, merging two of the industry’s most established and respected suppliers. The deal, still subject to government regulatory review, would effectively complement Dometic’s product portfolio while providing Atwood with […]

It is with sadness that Camping World Inc. and Good Sam Enterprises LLC announce the passing of Camping World founder David Garvin on Saturday (Aug. 30) at the age of 71 as a result of an accidental fall. “Our hearts, prayers and gratitude are extended to the Garvin family on the loss of one of the […]

As Forest River Inc. readies to ramp up production at its recently acquired manufacturing plant in Harrisburg, Ore., the builder hosted a toned-down version of the upcoming September RV Open House – in part to accommodate West Coast dealers not making the trek to Indiana’s Elkhart County. General Manager Paul Eskritt reported that the Aug. […]

As Forest River Inc. readies to ramp up production at its recently acquired manufacturing plant in Harrisburg, Ore., the builder hosted a toned-down version of the upcoming September RV Open House – in part to accommodate West Coast dealers not making the trek to Indiana’s Elkhart County. General Manager Paul Eskritt reported that the Aug. […]

A brutal and extended winter, which delayed Canada’s RV selling season and subsequently bloated dealer backlogs, may be the primary factor in a June sales report compiled by Statistical Surveys Inc. that showed a 33.7% decline in year-over-year towable registrations. “We were a bit surprised by the June report,” noted Eleonore Hamm, president of the […]

The “gauntlet” is filled for September’s Elkhart County RV Open House, as Northland Corp. has again secured tenants for the display space along Executive Parkway – the primary feeder leading to Thor Industries Inc.’s expansive exhibit area at the RV/MH Hall of Fame. This marks the third year that Northland, an Elkhart, Ind.-based development company, […]

The “gauntlet” is filled for September’s Elkhart County RV Open House, as Northland Corp. has again secured tenants for the display space along Executive Parkway – the primary feeder leading to Thor Industries Inc.’s expansive exhibit area at the RV/MH Hall of Fame. This marks the third year that Northland, an Elkhart, Ind.-based development company, […]

Winnebago Industries Inc. (NYSE:WGO) and Little Debbie have partnered on the Oatmeal “Creme Pie Road Trip Giveaway” – combining two of America’s most recognized brands.    “We are excited to partner with Little Debbie on the Oatmeal Creme Pie Road Trip Giveaway,” said Winnebago’s Director of Marketing Chad Reece in a press release. “This promotion features […]