PCOA offers mobile content for smart phones

(April 3, 2012) -- Search results include basic information, one photo, and links to the campground’s website, online reservations page, e-mail, telephone, and integration with the device’s native mapping application, which takes advantage of the navigational features offered by those apps. Members with enhanced listings will also have links to their Facebook page.

Camping World on verge of explosive growth

(April 2, 2012) -- Marcus Lemonis may be one of the most despised men in the RV industry, but due to incredible focus and staying power, he might also be one of the most successful. There have been multiple times in the past nine years that the RV industry has all but written off Lemonis and his company with many suggesting the firm was, at one or two points, on the verge of bankruptcy. Frank Sinatra once said, "The best revenge is massive success." It's a mantra in which Lemonis relishes as well -- and it seems to be paying off.

Sobel video shows how to never take another "up"

(April 2, 2012) -- Sobel shares secrets on how to use a follow up letter as a closing tool, as well as setting up preferred vender programs.  He also teaches salespeople how to integrate the follow up with parts and service. After viewing this video, salespeople will see that Sobel will not just teach them how to do follow up -- he will actually do follow up with them more efficiently that they can do by themselves.

RVDA revises strategic plan as Ingrassia takes over

(April 2, 2012) -- “The current strategic plan builds on the good work of previous RVDA boards, including the core values and guiding principles, which are so important for stability and focus,” Heck said.  “This is a great reflection on RVDA dealer and staff leaders past and present, because it shows that there is no confusion over RVDA’s long haul commitment to dealers.”

Auctions gear up for busy spring selling season

(April 2, 2012) -- Motorhomes came in at an average of $41,659, up over $2,500 or 6.5 percent from last month, which was itself up $1,657 from its preceding month. Towables, including travel trailers, fifth wheels and camping trailers, averaged $10,075, a jump of $120 or 1.2 percent from last month, building on a $198 increase the month before.