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Thousand Trails, a leading provider of RV resorts and campgrounds, and RV classified ad website RVTrader.com have partnered to offer the complimentary “One-Year Thousand Trails Trial Camping Pass” program. The dealer incentive program rewards consumers who purchase any new or pre-owned RV at one of the more than 100 dealerships enrolled in the Thousand Trails Preferred Dealer Network. […]

Jayco Inc. advanced its giving to the Mike Molino RV Learning Center this month, adding $5,000 to its lifetime giving, for a total of $23,500. “For the RV Industry to continue to grow and prosper, education and training in all segments and all levels is necessary,” said Jayco President and CEO Derald Bontrager in a […]

The Recreation Vehicle Dealers Association (RVDA) of British Columbia held its general meeting and 21st Annual Fundraiser at the Whistler Hilton/Whistler Golf Club in September. As reported in The RV Compass Fall issue, a publication produced by RVDA of Canada, the meeting included honoring Rodney Friesen, Voyager RV, Winfield, with the RVDA of BC 2014 Dealer of the Year Award. The […]

Dicor Corp. President Gregg Fore reported the Elkhart, Ind.-based supplier had a successful National RV Trade Show, held Dec. 2-4 in Louisville, Ky. “The Louisville show remains a great and special place for dealers and manufacturers to see RV innovation from the inside out and get an idea of what the future of RVing can […]

With both the RV and auto aftermarket industries experiencing the best year in sales since the recession, Fastway Trailer Products prepares for continued growth with the hiring of industry veteran Matt Darrington to its sales team. “Matt Darrington is a great fit for our company,” stated Rich Elliott, vice president of sales for Progress Mfg. Inc., […]

The Wall That Heals exhibit, honoring Vietnam War veterans, will be on display to the public during the 2015 Florida RV SuperShow, January 14-18 at the Florida State Fairgrounds in Tampa. According to press release, the exhibit is a 250-foot replica of the original memorial in Washington, D.C., that travels across America. “The Wall That Heals transcends the […]

Today’s video is the second in a series from RVBusiness offering a close-up look at key product introductions at the Louisville Show. Featured is Lenny Razo, director, American Coach, discussing the company’s revival of the Allegiance Class A motorhome. To view the video click here or scroll down the right side of the RVBUSINESS.com home page.

Michelin North Americas RV Tires launched a new website, www.michelinrvtires.com, designed specifically for consumers that includes information on tire selection and maintenance for RVs, campers and motorhomes. According to a release, the new site is “customer-driven and mobile-friendly for easy on-the-go use.” “Michelin offers a long tradition of innovation, quality and durability. You can trust […]

Having enough workers with the skills needed to operate increasingly sophisticated machines and grasp efficiency concepts is important to diversifying the economy in Indiana’s Elkhart County, but there’s a more pressing immediate need as recreational vehicle makers hustle to meet booming demand. As reported by the Elkhart Truth, the Ivy Tech Community College North Central/Northwest […]

Emporia, Kan-based Hopkins Manufacturing Corp. announced the addition of Rick Stempien as vice president – sales. According to a press release, Stempien will lead and direct the sales activities for Hopkins with its leading market positions in the automotive and recreational vehicle aftermarket. “We are pleased to have Rick join our team at Hopkins,” said Bradley T. […]