First impressions are everything. When a prospective motorhome or fifth wheel customer strolls a dealer’s lot and kicks the tires, they have a lot of factors to consider when sizing up a unit. You know, the usual suspects: size, floorplan, slideouts, graphics, GPS systems, Bluetooth, cameras, aux outlets, Wi-Fi, cabin amenities – the list goes …
14th, May 2024, 05:21pm
Members of OHI (formerly National ARVC) leadership attended meetings on Capitol Hill last week, advocating for RV parks and campgrounds and focused on legislation that will lower taxes and fees levied on small businesses. Following 17 successful meetings on Wednesday, the OHI team met face-to-face with 11 more members of Congress on Thursday, including: Patricia …
13th, May 2024, 07:57pm
Carefree of Colorado, makers of RV awnings, announced the promotion of Kevin Jastrem to director of aftermarket sales. In this role, Jastrem leads Carefree’s participation in the RV aftermarket channel by developing and nurturing relationships with distribution partners as well as conceptualizing and implementing programs that enable and support RV dealerships. “Kevin’s expertise in the …
13th, May 2024, 07:55pm
Kampgrounds of America (KOA) recently released its reimagined annual Camping and Outdoor Hospitality Report, which explores how the outdoor travel landscape has changed, 2024 trends and more. “Through a decade of consumer research and insights, KOA has carefully observed the transformation of camping and outdoor hospitality from a simple outdoor activity into something more,” the …
13th, May 2024, 07:55pm
The Florida RV Trade Association (FRVTA) announced it will again hold free one-day training sessions across the state. These will cover various topics and products. In June, FRVTA Training Liaison Steve Roddy will present LP Gas, Getting Your State Qualifier and Master Certification. These will be held in three locations across Florida to make it …
13th, May 2024, 07:54pm
Lazydays announced that it will need to extend the filing of its Form 10-Q with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission due to a delay in finalizing the required materials. Lazydays anticipates that it will file the Form 10-Q as soon as reasonably possible and within the 5-day grace period provided by rule 12b-25. …
13th, May 2024, 07:54pm
RV Mobile Power (RVMP) has launched the Flex Power 2800i, the newest model in its Flex Power line of installed generators that power many of the smaller Class B vans and other single AC units. This dual-fuel genset generator is one of the smallest footprint and weight in the industry. The Flex Power 2800i is …
13th, May 2024, 07:54pm
Sensible Weather, provider of weather protection for travel and outdoor experiences, announced its partnership with digital insurance platform Roamly to offer weather guarantees to travelers booking their next trip on RV rental platform Outdoorsy. “Roamly Weather by Sensible” gives travelers booking RVs on Outdoorsy peace of mind by issuing proactive reimbursements when their experiences are …
13th, May 2024, 07:52pm
Outdoor recreation leaders from Massachusetts and Pennsylvania committed to advance the principles contained in the Outdoor Recreation Industry Confluence Accords, on behalf of their governors, at a signing on May 7, at the Outdoor Recreation Roundtable (ORR)’s National Outdoor Recreation Executive Forum. With the addition of Massachusetts, authorized by Gov. Maura Healey, and Pennsylvania, authorized …
13th, May 2024, 07:52pm
The Recreation Vehicle Dealers Association (RVDA) of Canada announced its celebration of the the dedication and hard work of service technicians in the RV industry from June 3-7. “This week-long event is dedicated to recognizing the critical role that RV service technicians play in keeping the industry moving, while also raising awareness and attracting new …
10th, May 2024, 06:48pm