(Nov. 2, 2011) -- Forty seven companies were represented at the annual event, with nearly 150 people in attendance. This was the 14th time the event was held as a way for Newmar Corporation to show its appreciation to its suppliers for the role they play in the company’s success, the company said in a press release.
500 KOA owners gather to celebrate 50th anniversary
(Nov. 1, 2011) -- "These annual get-togethers always feel more like a family reunion than a convention," said Rogers. "The real benefit of belonging to a system like KOA is the knowledge of all of those fellow owners around the country. It's always magical to see those connections get made, and all of those longtime friendships get renewed."
California RV park becomes newest auction on FRE.com
(Nov. 1, 2011) -- Located about 40 miles north of Bakersfield along Interstate 5 and Paso Robles Highway 46 is the Lost Hills RV Park, a welcomed pit stop for road warriors and the newest auction on the Freedom Realty Exchange.
TPWD buys North Texas land for future state park
(Nov. 1, 2011) -- The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department closed on the purchase of 3,333 acres of Cross Timbers region ranch land from several different owners late last week. TPWD paid $7.14 million for the property that straddles the Palo Pinto and Stephens county line near the town of Strawn.
Unlocking the secrets of the Internet – Part 4
(Nov. 1, 2011) -- Research by J.D. Power & Associates shows that the typical buyer is going to be researching their purchase for at least six months before they are ready to start talking openly with a salesperson. Today, the bulk of that research is happening on the Internet. That means when a potential customer makes contact with you through the Internet, they are more likely to be shopping for someone with whom they can build a relationship than they are for a specific RV.
Johnnie Walker, Porsche, launch Private Bar for luxury RV owners
(Nov. 1, 2011) -- Examiner.com reports that Diageo, makers of Johnnie Walker Blue Label Scotch Whisky, have partnered with Austria’s Porsche Design Studio to produce an exclusive £100,000 made-to-order Private Bar, the perfect addition to any luxury motorhome.
RV values rise slightly on auction market
(Nov. 1, 2011) -- The values of motorhomes rose a very slight $86 this past month, less than two tenths of a percent of the $42,271 average sales price. Towables, including travel trailers, fifth wheels, and camping trailers, reversed their declines and actually rose $14, an even smaller percentage of one tenth of one percent of the $9,884 sale price.
B.C. campground could become hot election issue
(Nov. 1, 2011) -- The Courtenay City Council is involved in legal moves against the owners of Maple Pool Campground to ensure the site complies with municipal zoning bylaws, which could mean it ends up being shut down. Now several local people are calling on election candidates to state whether they would vote to halt the enforcement if elected, reports Canada.com.
AEV may enter RV market with custom truck
(Nov. 1, 2011) -- "This will not be a work truck," Chetcuti said. "This is a serious overland vehicle with all the off-road capabilities of our other vehicles. This also gives us the opportunity to add a tray bed or make a recreation vehicle."
Washington’s Rightway RV celebrates one year in business
(Nov. 1, 2011) -- It was Nov. 10, 2010 when Brad "Bubba" and Kari-Jo "K.J." Pearson opened Rightway RV in Kelso. Combined, the couple has 30 years of experience in the RV business, and word-of-mouth has been rewarding as they focus on building life-long relationships with their customers, reports the Valley Bugler Newspaper.