British RV show offers "towing tasters"

(Jan. 11, 2013) -- "If you’ve never tried it, want to build your confidence or are just sick of your partner’s driving, drop by the outdoor feature area outside Hall 1 and let The Camping and Caravanning Club expert tutors advise you on everything you need to know to tow safely, efficiently and economically," said Duffy. "They can even help advise and recommend the type of caravan best suited to you and your car."

U.S., Canadian trade deficits deteriorate

(Jan. 11, 2013) -- The United States trade deficit widened to a larger than expected $48.7 billion in November 2012. This marked a relatively sharp deterioration following a $42.1 billion shortfall in October and marked the largest deficit since April 2012, said Janzen. Canada's November 2012 merchandise trade deficit widened sharply to $2.0 billion from an upwardly revised $0.6 billion shortfall in October.

Thor to move corporate headquarters to Elkhart, Ind.

(Jan. 10, 2013) -- “Given our commitment to the RV industry, we want to be more accessible and active in the community where a large majority of RVs are produced and where more than 70 percent of our operations are located,” said Orthwein. “With so many of Thor’s operations located in Elkhart and neighboring LaGrange counties, it makes sense to have our corporate management and support services as close to as many of our operating subsidiaries as possible.”

Jan. 12-20: Indy RV Expo

(Jan. 10, 2013) -- Some of the area's most renowned RV dealers are coming together to offer special show rates, on-the-spot financing, and factory incentives at the 45th annual Indy RV Expo, being held Jan. 12-20 at the Indiana State Fairgrounds in Indianapolis.