RVBusiness

Drew Industries Inc., parent to Elkhart, Ind.-based supplier Lippert Components Inc., reported higher earnings and a 17% increase in sales for its third quarter, lifted by strong performance in the RV sector and revenue from acquisitions during the past year. Net income during the quarter, ended Sept. 30, totaled $15.5 million, or 64 cents per […]

Equine Motorcoach, builder of all-in-one RV and horse transports, has hired Ben Yates as national sales manager for its expanding lineup of Equine Carriage horse trailers and Equine Carriage ST trucks and RVs. “Our main marketing effort requires staging our transports at horse shows throughout the United States,” said Tom Stinnett, co-owner for Equine Motorcoach and principal […]

Recreation Vehicle Dealers Association (RVDA) members have a new hiring tool endorsed by RVDA through the RV Assistance Corp. (RVAC). RVDA’s endorsement of The Employment Network precedes the organization’s demonstration of this new staffing resource available to all members at the upcoming 2014 RV Dealers International Convention/Expo. According to a press release, dealers can learn […]

Airstream Inc. has rolled out the latest video in its “Live Riveted” campaign, designed to “capture the spirit of the Airstream lifestyle.” According to a press release, the video focuses on Tim Flannery – champion baseball coach, musician, surfer and philanthropist – and showcases personal and inspiring stories capturing his passion for living life to its […]

Americans abruptly cut spending last month, raising doubts about the economy’s ability to maintain the sturdy growth of the summer. The Wall Street Journal reported that overall household spending fell 0.2% from August, the first decline since January and only the third since the recession ended in mid-2009, the Commerce Department said Friday. The drop […]

In conjunction with its recent updated branding including new logo and tag line, Roadtrek Motorhome Inc. has unveiled a new website showcasing the Kitchener, Ontario-based builder’s lineup of Class B motorhomes. According to a press release, the website offers a brand new user experience with large, updated photography, easy-to-read product specs, simple to navigate menus, updated locators […]

The Europeanization of the North American cargo van segment has been vindicating to Mercedes-Benz, which has offered its Sprinter van in various incarnations to this market since the mid-90s. Seemingly emboldened by the arrival of the Euro-style Ford Transit and the introduction of new European-inspired designs from Nissan and Ram, Mercedes-Benz has given Sprinter customers […]

This week’s “Rollin’ On TV” segment examines what’s involved in buying and replacing a canvas tent for a popup camper. Also, the crew heads to Tennessee to learn about hard-side folding trailers with a visit to TrailManor Manufacturing Co. and Evanne Schmarder wraps up her RV adventures in Australia with a visit to Food Freaks. To view the […]

The last three years the RV industry has seen tremendous growth coming out of the recession. Increased sales and production are expected within the coming years. Fox 28 reported that Robert M. “Mac” Bryan, vice president of administration for the Recreation Vehicle Industry Association (RVIA), says he expects sales to increase as consumer income goes […]

RV manufacturers reported shipments to retailers of 24,869 units in September this year which were 10.5% greater than this same month one year ago.  This was the highest September total in seven years with gains recorded in all vehicle categories. Seasonally adjusted, shipments in September were at an annualized rate of more than 340,000 units. […]