House OKs Bill to Quantify Outdoor Rec’s Impact

Republican U.S. Rep. Dennis Ross celebrated the passage of a bill Tuesday (Nov. 15) that would require government agencies to report on the full economic impact of outdoor recreation, including the recreational vehicle industry. Florida Politics reported that according to the Recreational Vehicle Industry Association (RVIA), Ross founded the  Congressional RV caucus, members of which […]

Transfer Flow Launches Fuel Tank for ‘Titan XD’

Transfer Flow, a provider of aftermarket fuel tank systems, has introduced a 50-gallon high-capacity replacement fuel tank for the 2016 Nissan Titan XD diesel truck. According to a press release, the Transfer Flow 50-gallon midship replacement tank will provide Nissan Titan XD owners with nearly double the fuel capacity and driving range over its stock 26-gallon […]

Progress Mfg. Committed to ‘Serving Community’

Editor’s Note: The following is a press release submitted by Provo, Utah-based Progress Manufacturing detailing the company’s legacy of serving the local community. Progress Manufacturing Inc., manufacturer of the Equal-i-zer hitch, places importance on serving the community and leaving a legacy of good. It’s been a part of the mission statement for years, which reads, “It […]

SSI: Canadian Motorhome Sales Dip 3.3% in Sept.

Year-over-year Canadian motorhome registrations dipped 3.3% in September while declining 12.3% for the first nine months of 2016, according to the latest report from Statistical Surveys Inc. (SSI). Thor Industries Inc. led the Canadian motorized segment year-to-date, capturing a 37.8% market share while Forest River Inc. was No. 2 with a 35.8% share followed by Winnebago Industries Inc. (13.3%). SSI noted that sales by Jayco Inc. were included […]

TMC Expands Hurricane Line with 35M Floorplan

Thor Motor Coach has expanded its gas-powered Hurricane Class A motorhome lineup with a new 35M floorplan featuring a large open living area with double slideouts and one-and-a-half bathrooms. According to a press release, the 35M comes standard with solid-surface kitchen countertops, leatherette fabrics, and high-sheen cabinetry. In the cockpit, leatherette chairs provide comfort while […]

Starcraft RV Introduces Mercury Super Lite Line

Continuing its focus on dealer feedback and market needs, Starcraft RV announced the introduction of the all new Mercury Super Lite travel trailer line. “Open House 2016 marked a new level of excitement surrounding the full lineup of Starcraft travel trailers and fifth-wheels,” stated Akos Sefcsik, president of Starcraft RV, a division of Thor Industries […]

REV will Debut Navigator, 14 Floorplans at RVIA

REV Recreation Group will showcase the Holiday Rambler Navigator, an all-new Class A diesel motorhome, as well as 14 new floorplans across REV’s four-brand lineup at the RVIA National RV Trade Show in Louisville, Ky. In addition to the Navigator model on display at the Nov. 28-Dec. 1 show, Holiday Rambler will showcase five new […]

RVDA Presents Four Chairman’s Service Awards

Outgoing Recreation Vehicle Dealers Association (RVDA) Chairman Brian Wilkins of Wilkins RV in Bath, N.Y., presented the RVDA Chairman’s Service Award to two dealers and two industry partners at the RVDA Annual Meeting during the 2016 RV Dealers International Convention/Expo held in Las Vegas Nov. 7-11. According to a press release, the award is presented […]