Consumer confidence declines in August

(Aug. 28, 2012) -- “The Consumer Confidence Index is now at its lowest level since late last year (Nov. 2011, 55.2). A more pessimistic outlook was the primary reason for this month’s decline in confidence," said Franco. "Consumers were more apprehensive about business and employment prospects, but more optimistic about their financial prospects despite rising inflation expectations."

Joe Ely becomes Lightning national sales manager

(Aug. 28, 2012) -- “When you combine Joe’s attitude, with a vast knowledge of RV parts and an understanding of how to market them, the dealer gets an outstanding person to partner with them for success,” said Green. “We are excited about this opportunity for Joe and our customer base, as he takes the next step of leadership.”  

RVDA posts final convention schedule

(Aug. 27, 2012) -- The matrix of all events, a neat one-page document, is available online by clicking here, in a large single document format or as two pages for easier viewing.  On the same page are links to all the information currently available about each session, the keynote speaker Peter Ricchiuti, and of course, how to register by the Aug. 31 deadline. 

Pine Mountain RV resort hosts rally for fallen soldiers

(Aug. 27, 2012) -- Pine Mountain RV Resort, an RVC Outdoor Destination vacation property, will host its second annual motorcycle rally called “Rollin’ Rumble Motorcycle Rally” from Sept. 14 to 16. The event is open to the public, and a portion of all proceeds will go to Our Fallen Soldiers, a charity that aids families of soldiers who lost their lives in the line of duty.