RVBusiness Ocean Bio-Chem Inc., parent of Star brite, Inc., announced today (April 19) record net sales for the first quarter of 2021. For the first quarter of 2021, net sales were approximately $13.1 million, compared to approximately $7.8 million for the first quarter of 2020, an increase of approximately 68% or $5.3 million. Peter Dornau, President […]
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Top camping app The Dyrt PRO confirmed today (April 19) that it has entered into partnerships with over 70 outdoor companies already this year to combine forces and meet the growing demand for camping, according to a press release from The Dyrt. The press release states: Camping equipment purchases are projected to grow 30% over […]
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Chris Young, a product specialist at Camping World, provides a walk-through tour of the 2021 Heartland Mallard M33 travel trailer.
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Pickups are now bearing more of the load from the ongoing semiconductor chip shortage that’s been pummeling the industry for months, according to a report by Automotive News. Pickups now account for 17% of the vehicles that have been taken out of North American production schedules, April 13 figures from AutoForecast Solutions show. That’s nearly […]
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EDITOR’S NOTE: Congresswoman Jackie Walorski (R), representing Indiana’s 2nd District, hosted a video roundtable (above) and issued the following message (below) on “Rebuilding American’s Economy with Man Street Businesses.” Our economic recovery has begun, but many workers, families, and small businesses are still struggling. Hoosier job creators shouldn’t have to compete with the federal government […]
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RVillage, one of North America’s largest and most active social networks of RVers, recently announced the launch of RVerified Parks, a program that helps campgrounds reach the over 400,000 members of RVillage with targeted offers and concierge-level support. “Our members are looking for a great camping experience and good value,” Curtis Coleman, founder of RVillage, […]
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Representatives from the Recreation Vehicle Dealers Association (RVDA) of Canada and the Canadian Camping and RV Council (CCRVC) are meeting virtually with Parliamentarians this week to discuss the recovery measures needed to support the RV and camping industry post-crisis, and the need for implementation of a fair tax regime for campgrounds across Canada, according to […]
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LCI Industries, which, through its wholly-owned subsidiary, Lippert Components Inc., supplies a broad array of highly engineered components for the leading original equipment manufacturers in the recreation and transportation product markets, announced today (April 19) the acquisition of Kaspar Ranch Hand Equipment LLC, a South Texas-based manufacturer of custom bumpers, grill guards and steps for […]
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Construction crews are busy working on the new $27 million Camp Cedar complex about a mile from the front gate of Kings Island. The new luxury outdoor resort in Mason is expected to open in mid-June to welcome visitors who travel by RV or who might want to rough it by staying in one of […]
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Washington state officials recommend planning early and developing alternatives for those wanting to join the crowds flocking to public camping sites as Washington’s weather warms up, acording to a report in the Yakima Herald-Republican. Shortly after COVID-19 restrictions went into place a year ago, RV sales skyrocketed, trails saw more traffic than ever, and unprecedented […]
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