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Lippert Components Inc. has finalized its plan to move into the former A.J. Wright distribution center on the southwest side of South Bend, Ind. The South Bend Tribune reported that Elkhart-based Lippert executives announced Friday (April 4) that the company has entered into an agreement to lease the massive warehouse at Olive and Sample streets […]

The economy created 192,000 jobs in March, better than during the depths of winter but still short of the labor market rebound that many experts had been hoping to see last month. Still, in one hopeful sign, the Labor Department said the proportion of Americans in the work force rose slightly, as the number of […]

Davenport, Iowa-based Thompson Family RV L.C. announced that it has achieved a significant milestone by marking the 55th anniversary of its founding. According to a press release, the dealership is a locally owned, third-generation business founded by Charles W. Thompson. The company has grown to become one of the largest RV facilities in the Midwest with […]

Kampgrounds of America Inc. (KOA) has partnered with AGS Publishing on a new program for KOA Value Card holders. According to a press release, AGS will look to introduce KOA customers/Value Kard holders to special offers available to them through merchants that support KOA guest guide publications facilitated by AGS. “I was thrilled that KOA […]

EverGreen Recreational Vehicles LLC has expanded its ultra-light Ascend travel trailer lineup for 2014, offering seven floorplans ranging in length from 17 to 23 feet. According to a press release, the Ascend targets entry-level families as well as seasoned empty nesters. All Ascend trailers can be towed by smaller SUVs, crossovers, light trucks, minivans or large […]

When a Florida mobile home or RV park has a problem, more park owners are turning to a property management firm in Ellenton, the Bradenton Herald reported. Newby Management, a fee-for-property management company officed along U.S. 301, has been ranked the largest such enterprise in Florida and 17th in the nation by the industry’s most well-known publication, […]

Camping World Inc. and its sister company, Good Sam Enterprises LLC, are officially opening a new store in Oregon. The Register-Guard reported that Camping World of Eugene offers new and used motorhomes and towable RVs from some of the industry best-known brands. On the accessory side, it offers products ranging from appliances to water filters from […]

The average fuel economy of new U.S. light vehicles sold in March rose to 25.4 mpg, according to University of Michigan researchers, the highest since the researchers began collecting data in October 2007. Automotive News reported the fuel economy of new U.S. light trucks, cars, SUVs and vans sold last month rose 0.3 mpg from […]

California-based multilocation dealer Mike Thompson’s RV Superstore is kicking off today (April 4) its I-5 RV Show at its Santa Fe Springs location. According to a press release, the event runs through April 13. “Spring fever is here and families can’t wait to hit the open road and start planning for summer fun,” said General […]

Winnebago Industries Inc. has named James Upham to the position of district sales manager. According to a press release, Upham is responsible for sales of the company’s Winnebago, Itasca and Winnebago Touring Coach motorhomes, as well as dealer development and training for dealers in the states of North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee and Georgia. Upham has previous […]