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(Dec. 12, 2011) -- Torque News reports that Spartan Chassis' exhibition of two concept chassis at the 49th annual National RV Trade Show in Louisville shows a new trend: American RV buyers are starting to think smaller is better.

(Dec. 12, 2011) -- In the first quarter of fiscal 2012, the Company's North Dakota operation began distributing recreational vehicle parts. The Company plans to launch its Field Service Division to support the oil and gas industry in 2012. This will include RV repair, workforce housing support, and mobile shower and laundry services.

(Dec. 12, 2011) -- Carter Caves State Resort Park in Olive Hill was named state park of the year for large parks, and Old Mulkey Meeting House State Historic Site in Tompkinsville was named state park of the year for smaller parks.

(Dec. 12, 2011) -- "Navistar was an important partner of ours at the time. We would have preferred to have settled the dispute outside of the courtroom, but we had to protect our employees and our assets, even if it meant utilizing our legal system as a last resort."

(Dec. 9, 2011) -- The online survey is targeted toward RV enthusiasts of all types. Consisting of 20 short questions, the survey covers a broad range of topics designed to help industry leaders better understand this complex and ever-changing market, while improving the RV experience for the end users.

(Dec. 9, 2011) -- “It’s a bold move," said Montague. “We see flat freight as an investment in our dealers. As a responsible manufacturer we wanted to do something to help make their job easier. We also felt it was important to reward our current Redwood dealers for a successful first year in business.”

(Dec. 9, 2011) -- Two Pennsylvania campgrounds were selected as "campgrounds of the year" and 10 others received GuestReviews "A" ratings at the Outdoor Hospitality Conference and Expo, which was sponsored by the National Association of RV Parks and Campgrounds.

(Dec. 9, 2011) -- “The dealer traffic was steady and heavy at times throughout the entire three days," said Boyer. "Dealers were excited about our products and everything new we introduced at the show. Orders were very strong across the board. We are ecstatic with the shows results and see this as a continuation of our very successful September open house.”

(Dec. 9, 2011) -- “After a very successful show in 2011 we expected a significant increase in RV space sales, but never imagined that it would sell out in the initial offering. It appears RV dealers are very optimistic about next year,” said Helgeson.

(Dec. 9, 2011) -- The sweepstakes gives U.S. and Canadian customers and prospects a chance to win a grand prize of either a Belgard outdoor patio makeover with a new John Deere Z425 EZ-Trak Zero-Turn Mower or a John Deere themed 22-foot Airstream trailer. Both prizes have a retail value of more than $40,000 each.