(Dec. 6, 2011) -- Mark Schwartzhoff was sentenced to 41 months in prison Nov. 21 after pleading guilty to one count of wire fraud. He was also ordered to repay $1,969,035 in restitution to Thor Industries.
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CrossRoads products well received in Louisville
(Dec. 6, 2011) -- "We're definitely not your father's RV company," said Boggs. "Our new generation vehicles are specifically designed for the new generation of RVers with features that appeal to their lifestyle and the dealers have responded. The company far exceeded all projections and signed more dealer locations than last year’s show."
The worlds of ice fishing and RVing collide
(Dec. 6, 2011) -- Ice fishing, which is just now beginning for the season in far northern Minnesota, might soon also attract those who insist on warmth and luxury, reports the Minneapolis Star Tribune.
Houston International Boat, Sport & Travel Show, Jan. 6-15
(Dec. 6, 2011) -- Hundreds of powerboats, luxury cruisers, personal watercraft, campers and travel trailers will cover the 16-acre floor of Reliant Center Jan. 6-15, at the 2012 Houston International Boat, Sport & Travel Show, reports Trade Only Today.
Give the gift of the Washington outdoors
(Dec. 6, 2011) -- Holiday gift shoppers can give family and friends access to outdoor recreation in Washington with the purchase of licenses and passes. The Discover Pass provides motor-vehicle access to nearly seven million acres of Washington state-managed recreation lands.
Ohio’s Wally World, N.C.’s Sycamore Lodge to participate in 2012 RV shows
(Dec. 6, 2011) -- Wally World Riverside Resort, located in Loudonville, Ohio, announced their participation in and sponsorship of the 2012 Ohio RV Super Show. Sycamore Lodge, located in Jackson Springs, N.C., will be busy participating in three NCRVDA shows throughout North Carolina this winter.
Navistar recalls 630 for windshield shade separation
(Dec. 6, 2011) -- Navistar is recalling 630 model year 2009-2011 Beaver, Holiday Rambler and Monaco Coach brand RVs. The front windshield may separate from the cabin body without warning, possibly impairing the driver's ability to see the roadway.
Ocean Lakes Family Campground honored with national awards
(Dec. 6, 2011) -- The South Carolina campground was named 2011-2012 “Park of the Year” in the Mega Park category by the National Association of RV Parks and Campgrounds. Ocean Lakes was also honored as one of the top 10 campgrounds in the country by Woodall’s, and awarded the prestigious GuestRated.com’s “A” grade for the fourth year.
Sentral acquires Junction City Wire Harness
(Dec. 6, 2011) -- The Sentral Group has acquired Junction City Wire Harness in Junction City, Kan. Junction City is a leading supplier of wire harnesses into the specialty vehicle market, including trucks, buses, and recreational vehicles.
Drew expands chassis customization operation
(Dec. 6, 2011) -- Lippert Components, Inc. has expanded its chassis customization operation through the acquisition of the business and certain assets of Indiana-based M&M Fabricators. M&M modifies chassis primarily for producers of transit buses, specialized commercial vehicles, and Class A and Class C Motorhome RVs.