Crawford to Oversee RVIA Trade Shows, Events

The Recreation Vehicle Industry Association (RVIA) announced today (July 21) the appointment of Liz Crawford as senior vice president of trade shows and events. According to a news release, the newly created position will be “instrumental in delivering growth for all RVIA events” including the National RV Trade Show being held Nov. 29-Dec. 1 in […]

Land ‘N’ Sea & ARI Network Services Partnering

ARI Network Services Inc. announced today (July 21) that it has signed an agreement with Land ‘N’ Sea, an industry leader in RV, marine and powersports parts and accessories wholesale distribution, to replace Bell Recreational Product Group’s Bellrpg.net website program with ARI-powered branded microsites. According to a press release, the microsites will be provided to […]

HOF Induction Signup Date Extended to July 28

The RV/MH Hall of Fame has extended the deadline for booking reservations to the 2016 Induction Dinner from July 21 to July 28. Darryl Searer, president and CEO of the RV/MH Heritage Foundation, noted in a release, “We would be remiss to turn someone away who would like to participate in the evening’s celebration because they missed the deadline. This […]

Lippert Components Bolsters Electronics Team

As part of its efforts toward adapting to market needs, Elkhart, Ind.-based Lippert Components Inc. (LCI) announced the promotion of Chris Greer to director of technical sales, motorized. In addition, Zach Inbody was named technical sales and applications team manager, towable, for LCI’s electronics division, Innovative Design Solutions (IDS). Greer and Inbody will be responsible for […]

Livin’ Lite Names Chad Holtzinger as New RSM

Chad Holtzinger has joined Livin’ Lite as regional sales manager for the company’s CampLite, QuickSilver and OEM product lines. According to a press release, he will serve dealers in the Western United States and Canada. Holtzinger will also be responsible for further expanding Livin’ Lite’s market share in those regions.  The announcement was made by Dave […]

REV’s ’17 Class C Coaches Offer ‘Smooth Ride’

REV Recreation Group has introduced two Class C lineups for 2017 with the launch of the Fleetwood RV Jamboree and the Holiday Rambler Vesta. According to a press release, the motorhome lines, introduced in June of 2016, offer a “list of premium features usually only found among Class A motorhomes,” including an industry-first rubber shackle airless suspension system. […]

KVH Industries Promoting Brent Bruun to COO

KVH Industries Inc. announced that Brent Bruun, executive vice president of mobile broadband, has been promoted to the newly created position of chief operating officer. According to a press release, Bruun will assume direct responsibility for KVH’s corporate development as well as operational responsibility for mobile communications products and services for maritime and land markets. His […]

Dometic Portable Refrigerators at Outdoor Show

Dometic Group, a leading provider of mobile cooling RV and camping products, announced that it will showcase its new portable refrigerator/freezers at the Outdoor Retailer Summer Market in Salt Lake City, Utah, Aug. 3-6. Dometic’s display at Booth No. PV3260 will feature the newly available CFX-28US and CFX-95DZUS, as well as the economical CC-40US and a range […]

KING Adds VQ4400 to Tailgater Antenna Lineup

KING announced the release of its DISH Tailgater VQ4400, a new enclosed-style portable satellite TV antenna. According to a press release, the latest model in the Tailgater line offers a lower price point than previous models with an MSRP of $329. “The ground-breaking DISH-specific Tailgater antennas have been flagship products for KING since 2011,” said Bob Barra, […]

Little Guy Unveils Expansion, Distribution Plan

Little Guy Worldwide LLC announced the launch of a new expansion and distribution strategy for its lineup of high-end teardrop campers focusing on improving production capacity, product quality, leveraging new buying power and the development of new product lines. Green, Ohio-based Little Guy Worldwide reported in a release that it has secured manufacturing space and […]