Dave Barbulesco

All the traditional benchmarks seem to be pointing toward a record-setting turnout for this year’s 50th edition of America’s Largest RV Show, slated for Sept. 12-16 at the Giant Center in Hershey, Pa. As usual, however, the one looming unknown is the weather. “I put in my order a year ago for good weather,” said […]

Due to severe weather last week that flooded the grounds at the RV/MH Hall of Fame, the Midwest RV Super Show has been rescheduled for Aug. 16-19. The event, hosted by the Indiana Manufactured Housing Association-Recreation Vehicle Indiana Council (IMHA-RVIC), was originally slated to run Aug. 9-12. Matt Rose, director of recreation vehicles for the […]

Currently marking its 21st year, the Go RVing dealer tie-in program continues to provide a bridge between industry retailers and a growing RV community, helping drive traffic to retailers’ doors and ultimately spark sales. “The tie-in program is designed to help dealers leverage their connection with consumers,” noted Karen Redfern, vice president, brand marketing communications, […]

Thor Industries Inc. and six of its subsidiaries donated $15,000 and nine RV units to Tents for Troops, according to a release. The brand new 2019 units come fully equipped with necessities and enable active military members — including National Guard and Reserves — and their families to create “lifelong memories outdoors free of charge.” The […]

Editor’s Note: The following column by Mark Polk appears in the latest RV Education 101 newsletter offering tips for safe braking in an RV. Getting to your favorite camping destination is half the fun as the saying goes, but getting there safely is the most important thing. When you tow a trailer or drive a […]

Recognizing demand for the ever-growing entry-level travel trailer market, Prime Time Manufacturing, a division of Elkhart, Ind.-based Forest River, Inc., will unveil its all-new Navi line of aggressively priced, lightweight conventional travel trailers at Forest River’s RV product expo during the 2018 Elkhart RV Open House. According to a press release, the Navi floorplan lineup […]

Community and business leaders discussed Elkhart County’s economic strength and their plans to maintain growth for the community at a Monday (July 23) afternoon town hall event hosted by “Inside Indiana Business” at the RV/MH Hall of Fame. While acknowledging 2017’s outstanding economic investments totaling over $144 million, Mayor Tim Neese and other guests acknowledged […]

The North American Trailer Dealers Association (NATDA) will unveil one of its most extensive dealer education lineups to date at the 2018 NATDA Trade Show & Convention, according to a press release. Held annually the day prior to the NATDA Trade Show’s official opening, NATDA’s dealer education seminars will offer high-profile speakers and provide information that […]

Mission Hills, Calif.-based Valterra Products LLC has announced its acquisition of the assets of Next Wave, a supplier of LED lights and accessories for recreational vehicles, trailers and automotive applications. According to a press release, Next Wave customer include manufacturers, distributors and retailers.     Next Wave has been consolidated into the Valterra operations and orders will […]

NeXus RV announced the hiring of Mike Peterson as vice-president of sales, Class A division. According to a press release, he will be responsible for sales leadership and development for NeXus RV’s Class A product line. Peterson joins NeXus with over 30 years experience in the industry. Prior to joining NeXus RV, he served as sales/product […]