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Elkhart, Ind.-based Thor Industries Inc. today (March 5) announced improved sales and net income from continuing operations for the second quarter, ended Jan. 31, compared with the weaker results reported a year ago that were adversely affected by the harsh winter conditions in early 2014. Sales from continuing operations for the second quarter of fiscal […]

In response to customer requests, Grand Design RV Co. expanded its Solitude luxury fifth-wheel line with a floorplan offering two bedrooms versus a bunkhouse area. Jordan Struble, West Coast regional sales manager for Grand Design RV Co., noted, “We’re finding that a lot of customers want that extra sleeping area but don’t want a bunkhouse.” […]

Fifth Wheel St. has launched RV Tow Check 2.0, featuring a new interactive feature that allows users to select various pin or tongue weight percentages. According to a press release, RV Tow Check’s upgrade lets users view instantly the possible towing capacity changes as they select different pin and tongue weight percentages. RVers unsure of pin or tongue percentages can refer […]

Mercedes-Benz said today it plans to spend $500 million to build a new plant in Charleston, S.C., so it can assemble its next-generation Sprinter commercial van there, providing more evidence that the commercial van segment in the U.S. is continuing to get more competitive. According to the Detroit Free Press, the investment will create 1,300 […]

Eugene, Ore.-based George M Sutton RV reported robust sales during the Feb. 27-March 1 Eugene RV Show at the Lane County Fairgrounds. According to a press release, the dealership sold 32 RVs during the event and continues to work on deals to improve that number. “Attendance was great throughout the show,” said Sales Manager Eric Benson. “We […]

Airstream Inc. continues to post strong numbers. The Dayton Business Journal reported that sales at the Jackson Center, Ohio-based RV manufacturer were up about 7% for its second quarter, which ended in January. Future sales look promising as well. “The spring retail season is well under way and RV show attendance has been up significantly […]

RV Care, Canada’s largest RV dealer network, is introducing a new supplier‐approved program to be known as “RV Care APPROVED.” According to a press release, the network has finalized its first RV Care APPROVED program with Boss Technology, a Canadian company based in Saint‐Hyacinthe, Quebec, that has been a long time manufacturer/supplier of RV and marine […]

Elkhart, Ind.-based Atwood Mobile Products has introduce Stove Wrap, a patent pending stove top liner made of non-flammable, washable, and reusable material. Pre-sewn and cut to fit, Stove Wrap will fit on any Atwood or Suburban range or three-burner cooktop. According to a press release, Stove Wrap is easily installed by placing the three openings […]

Elkhart, Ind.-based Thor Industries Inc. today (March 5) announced improved sales and net income from continuing operations for the second quarter, ended Jan. 31, compared with the weaker results reported a year ago that were adversely affected by the harsh winter conditions in early 2014. Sales from continuing operations for the second quarter of fiscal […]

Standing on the corner of Mission and 16th Street in San Francisco, a mixed neighborhood of yuppies and the Latino working class, Carlos Lopez, 19, said he’s heard of Mount Tamalpais State Park. But he thinks it’s far away and isn’t sure how to get there. When told it is only about 10 miles north […]