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Camping World Inc. will be one of several national companies participating in a June 5 virtual job fair hosted by Get My Vet a Job. According to a press release, the event targets veterans, transitioning military members, spouses and family members. “Our mission on June 5 is #3000Strong, which means 3,000 veterans will become employed on […]

Editor’s Note: The following is a profile on Derald Bontrager, president and CEO of Jayco Inc. and Recreation Vehicle Industry Association (RVIA) Chairman, appearing in the Huffington Post. The piece focuses on the Bontrager family’s legacy and Jayco’s approach to business. Building a business is hard work. It is an enormous investment of blood, sweat, […]

Mobile Sleep Components announced the company is now an official aftermarket supplier for mattresses in Airstream travel trailers. Because the mattresses will be available through Airstream, Mobile Sleep Components has now made finding a factory direct, high-quality Airstream mattress both simple and affordable, even in unique shapes and custom sizes, the company said in a statement. […]

The recreational vehicle industry’s shipments will reach 380,000 units in 2015, a 6.5% increase from the 356,735 shipped in 2014. According to a new forecast presented by RVIA Vice President Mac Bryan at the Recreation Vehicle Industry Association’s (RVIA) Joint Committee Luncheon today (June 2), RV shipments are expected to set a new record in 2016 […]

Husky Towing Products announced that its most powerful new tongue jack, the 5,000-pound capacity Super Brute HSB5000R, features a completely redesigned exterior housing, best-in-class screw jack design and the convenience of remote control operation. According to a press release, proven power, extended reach and built in position shut-off are key features of the new jack. Additional […]

The RV Preventive Maintenance Course, hosted by Northampton Community College in conjunction with the Pennsylvania RV and Camping Association (PRVCA), begins June 22 and runs through July 19. The course examines the varying technical aspects from each of the previous courses. Preventive maintenance of every major component in every major system on the RV is the focus. To […]

The Recreation Vehicle Industry Association’s (RVIA) team of inspectors met with staff from the association’s standards department the week of April 27 in Elkhart, Ind. According to a press release, the meetings are held regularly to help maintain and improve the consistency in the standards inspection process. Those meeting in Elkhart were (L-R in photo) John Proteau, […]

Alliance Coach RV Sales and Service of Wildwood, Fla., announced an exclusive partnership with Gator Harley of Leesburg, Fla., to enhance their marketing efforts.  According to a press release, “combining RVs, especially premium toy haulers, with America’s favorite cruising motorcycle will provide both companies with avenues for expanding their reach to a very targeted demographic.” […]

Dometic Group, a global supplier to the RV, marine, hospitality and automotive industries, today announced its lineup of activities and exhibits for the Great Lakes Area MotorCoach Association GLAMARAMA, to be held in Goshen, Ind., June 3-7. According to a press release, Dometic will be showing a wide array of products at the company’s outdoor booth, […]

Environmentally friendly, self-sufficient eco-pods, that can be towed on a trailer or shipped anywhere in the world, could transform the way we experience the outdoors. According to a report by Telegraph.co.uk, the egg-shaped Ecocapsules, designed by Slovakian design firm Nice Architects, can house two people for a year off the grid, with the luxuries of […]