(Nov. 8, 2011) -- Supporters of year-round daylight saving time (DST) have traditionally promoted energy savings, but the tourism industry is now arguing that extra daylight in the evening hours would make people more likely to visit parks and other attractions, reports National Geographic.
Navistar Financial closes $224 million wholesale funding deal
(Nov. 8, 2011) -- "This deal provides competitively priced funding to support Navistar's dealers, and it further diversifies our funding sources by broadening our investor base and maturity structure," said David Johanneson, president and chief executive officer of NFC.
DEHCO, Denver Mattress partnership revolutionizes RV industry
(Nov. 8, 2011) -- DEHCO and Denver Mattress partnered to provide a luxurious alternative to "throw away" RV mattresses that commonly offer minimal comfort and support. Manufactured in Denver Mattresses' state-of-the-art facility, the mattresses feature environmentally-friendly, soy-based high-density foams and coils made from recycled steel.
United States introduces Brand USA to world audience
(Nov. 8, 2011) -- “The United States offers a range of destinations and experiences that are unparalleled in the world market,” said Evans. “Now, through the creation of Brand USA, we are inviting the world’s travelers to come to visit us, and experience the limitless possibilities for themselves.”
Fastway Flip placed in Top 15 of SEMA products
(Nov. 8, 2011) -- Progress Manufacturing Inc. announced Monday that out of more than 1,500 new products displayed at the 2011 SEMA show, the Fastway Flip automatic jack foot was picked as one of the Top 15 by Popular Mechanics.
Durango, Colo., KOA named Campground of the Year
(Nov. 8, 2011) -- Carol and Jay Coates have owned the Durango KOA for the past 20 years. During that time, they have worked tirelessly to make the Durango KOA one of the jewels of the Kampgrounds of America system of more than 475 campgrounds in North America., said Hittmeier.
Thetford appoints new account manager
(Nov. 8, 2011) -- Scott Leister will serve manufacturers based in the Elkhart area, including Jayco, Forest River and Newmar. Leister has previously worked as a direct employee and manufacturer's rep for major suppliers before joining Thetford.
Pleasure-Way to equip 2012 units with RV-ID
(Nov. 8, 2011) -- Pleasure-Way Industries today announced that it is equipping all of its 2012 chassis year models with RV|ID, an innovative location-based system that provides real-time mapping, reports and alerts for high-value mobile assets.
KOA, Big4 partner to improve software
(Nov. 8, 2011) -- Kampgrounds of America Inc. and BIG4 Holiday Parks of Australia announced Monday that they will join forces to further enhance KOA's KampSight campground management system into the worldwide leader in campground management technologies.
Bailed out bank fails to support long-term RV maker
(Nov. 7, 2011) -- History will remember that PNC Bank accepted taxpayer money to buy National City Bank and boost its own profitability, then sought to bend federal rules to avoid regulation, and later decided to displace 200 hard working taxpayers in Millersburg rather than work out a deal with the cooperation of new lenders, said Kinney.