Huge OEM’s CEO Drops Salary to Zero
April 7, 2020
The head of the RV industry’s largest manufacturer has given himself what is likely the industry’s largest executive pay cut.
Big Stories
Major Dealership Cuts Workforce 25 Percent
April 6, 2020
Lazydays RV is reducing its workforce and taking other immediate actions in response to the COVID-19 crisis.
Businesses Can Now Apply for Paycheck Protection Loans
April 3, 2020
Eligible businesses can apply for Paycheck Protection Program small business loans to cover qualified payroll costs including rent, utilities and interest on mortgage and other debt obligations.
Feds Can Cover RV Dealers’ Payroll During Pandemic
April 2, 2020
The recently passed federal stimulus bill allows RV dealers with fewer than 500 employees to get Small Business Administration loans to cover all paychecks for the next two months. Dealers that don’t cut staff or wages can get most of their loans forgiven.
RVIA Cancels RVs Move America in Washington DC
March 30, 2020
Due to the COVID-19 crisis and CDC recommendations, RVIA has canceled RVs Move America Week. The association said it made the decision based on concern for its members, their families and RVIA staff.
Newmar Debuts New Front-engine Diesel Canyon Star
March 30, 2020
Newmar just debuted its new front-engine diesel motorhome, the 2021 Newmar Canyon Star.
Indiana Governor’s Order: RV Manufacturers are Essential Businesses
March 25, 2020
Based on the information RVIA received from Indiana state officials, RV manufacturing qualifies as essential businesses in Indiana under Gov. Eric Holcomb’s March 23 Executive Order…
Thor Industries Temporarily Halts Production
March 24, 2020
Thor Industries temporarily halts production at all North American plants and a “substantial portion” of its European plants. The company expressed confidence it was well-prepared to weather the current economic uncertainty.
Hoosiers Must Stay Home
March 24, 2020
Indiana has joined the growing list of states issuing stay-at-home orders to prevent the spread of COVID-19. In an address to the state Monday, March 23, Gov. Eric Holcomb asked Hoosiers…
Winnebago Suspending Production of RVs and Boats
March 23, 2020
Winnebago Industries Inc. is temporarily suspending most production activities at the company’s Winnebago, Grand Design RV, Newmar, and Chris-Craft facilities. The company has made the decision in response to the coronavirus pandemic…
RVIA: Here’s What Industry Needs to Know to Weather COVID-19
March 23, 2020
RVIA has gathered talking points and the latest industry-specific info in a comprehensive online resource to help RV professionals respond to the coronavirus outbreak and mitigate its impact on the industry.
Exclusive: Lazydays RV Opens Standalone Service Center in Houston
February 17, 2020
Doors opened at a new Lazydays service center just outside Houston. Unlike other Lazydays locations, the 30,000-square-foot, 20-bay service center has no attached dealership.
