Dutchmen Retailer Meets Stars of ‘Duck Dynasty’

Staff from Oklahoma-based RV General Store Inc., which handles Dutchmen Manufacturing Inc.’s line of Voltage toy haulers, recently met two stars from the popular A&E TV series, Duck Dynasty, at a Sooners football game. According to a press release, the reality TV show is based on the Robertson family, owners of Duck Commander, a Monroe, [...]

Lava Electronics Introducing RV HDTV Antenna

Ontario, Calif.-based Lava Electronics Inc. has introduced the RVDH-2000 Omnipro RV antenna, offering “omni directional reception” that retains a strong signal at speeds up to 80 mph, according to the company. The antenna supports AM/FM/VHF/UHF frequencies and features a durable waterproof housing made of UV resistant, injection molded ASA material. The company said its SMD [...]

ARVC Names Jennifer Schwartz VP of Marketing

The National Association of RV Parks & Campgrounds (ARVC) has promoted Jennifer Schwartz to the newly created position of vice president of marketing. “Jennifer is a tremendous asset to our team and this promotion will put her in a better position to continue to develop partner relationships that can deliver valuable money-saving programs that private [...]

Newmar Corp. Earns RVDA Quality Circle Award

Nappanee, Ind.-based Newmar Corp. has been awarded the Quality Circle DSI Award by the Recreational Vehicle Dealers Association (RVDA). According to a press release, Newmar be presented the award on Dec. 2 during the RVDA Dealer Reception at the Crowne Plaza Hotel just prior to the opening of the National RV Trade Show in Louisville, [...]

TriMas Corp. Reports 53% Gain in 3Q Earnings

TriMas Corp., parent to Cequent Performance Products, said its third-quarter earnings jumped more than 50% as it benefited from acquisitions and lower interest expenses. The company reported that it has been working to make its manufacturing operations more efficient, while at the same time absorbing several small acquisitions. It announced another acquisition on Monday, paying [...]

September RV Shipments Record Six-Year High

RV wholesale shipments to retailers remained strong in September, rising 18.6% above this same month last year to 22,498 units in the Recreation Vehicle Industry Association’s (RVIA) monthly survey of manufacturers. This was the best September total for RV shipments in six years, with solid growth in towables as well as motorhomes. On a seasonally [...]

RV Safety Tips Issued at College Football Game

The carbon-monoxide poisoning death of a Tennessee man at the Talladega Superspeedway over the weekend of Oct. 19 prompted Birmingham, Ala., Fire and Rescue officials to issue RV safety tips for Saturday’s Magic City Classic featuring Alabama A&M against Alabama State University. “We know that many fans will be attending the football game, indulging in the [...]

RVIA, Learning Center Relaunch Tech Program

A new internet platform and updated curriculum to prepare RV technicians for industry certification and recertification is now available, thanks to the joint efforts of the Recreation Vehicle Industry Association (RVIA) and the Mike Molino RV Learning Center. According to a press release, the new RV Technician Certification Prep program features updated online materials and [...]