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The completion of Cummins Inc.’s Seymour Technical Center doesn’t just poise the company to advance its high-horsepower engine business; it will connect Cummins engineers and developers with their counterparts around the globe. At nearly 90,000 square feet, the $70 million center in Seymour, Ind., will house more than 1,100 employees, according to the Indianapolis Star. It […]

In today’s video, Elkhart, Ind.-based Nexus RV is recognized by “Best of the Best” TV, based on the company’s commitment to customer service and its factory direct business model. To view the video click here or scroll to the right side of the RVBUSINESS.com home page.

Winnebago Industries Inc. announced the promotion of Cathy Florea to the position of shipout manager. According to a press release, Florea is responsible for finalizing all motorhomes for shipment. Prior to delivery, each motorhome is put through a rigorous pre-delivery inspection before going to dealers, and ultimately customers. Florea is a 21-year veteran of the […]

Sandy Hesse, widow of former Blue Ox/Automatic Equipment Mfg. Co. President Jay Hesse and secretary of the company’s board, cut the ribbon marking the dedication of the Jay C. Hesse Customer Welcome Center last week in Pender, Neb. “It’s appropriate that the Welcome Center be named in Jay’s honor since one of the foundations of our […]

The threat of building collapse has delayed the investigation into what caused Sunday’s (Oct. 11) explosion and fire at a San Marcos, Calif., business. The fire ripped through Holland Motor Homes on Travelers Way seriously damaging the business along with at least seven motorhomes parked nearby. Neighbors gathered to see the smoke and flames after […]

GE has reached an agreement to sell GE Capital’s global Commercial Distribution Finance (CDF), North American Vendor Finance and Corporate Finance platforms to Wells Fargo & Co. GE Commercial Finance is a major floorplan lender for the RV industry. According to a news release, the sale includes ending net investment of approximately $30 billion (about $32 […]

Lightning RV Supply (LRV), a supplier of RV parts and accessories, is bringing its annual trade show back to Florida’s Tampa Convention Center (TCC) on Dec. 8. The company will also be offering dealers several sales training seminars on Dec. 7 with leading suppliers. “This central Florida location is ideal for our southeast regional and Florida dealers to attend […]

With Hurricane Joaquin bearing down on the East Coast, the 12th Annual ROUTE 66 Rally dodged a bullet as the powerful storm took a turn out to sea and stayed clear of Leesburg, Va.  With network dealers and partners present at the Lansdowne Resort, ROUTE 66 partner Rob Merrill revealed the “Declaration of InterDependence,” according to […]

With its instantly recognizable polished-aluminum body, the Airstream has been a symbol of the great American road trip since it debuted in the 1930s. Given the travel trailer’s longevity — about 70% of all Airstreams ever produced are still in use — it may not come as a surprise that the market for Airstream renovations is […]

Today’s video from RVTravel.com features an interview with Workamper News Editor Steve Anderson offering details involved with workamping, including opportunities and expected income. To view the video click here or scroll down the right side of the RVBUSINESS.com home page.