NHTSA Issues Recalls for Forest River and Keystone RV Units
February 3, 2020
The National Highway Safety Transportation Administration (NHTSA) issued recalls for certain Forest River and Keystone RVs in February 2020.
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U.S. Expands Steel, Aluminum Tariffs
January 31, 2020
The White House recently issued a new proclamation expanding steel and aluminum tariffs to include products where steel and aluminum comprise two-thirds or more of the value of the good.
Oregon Judge Says RV Manufacturers, Not Suppliers Responsible for Faulty Units
January 31, 2020
The trial law firm Markowitz Herbold PC, representing Robert Roblin against Newmar Corporation, has won a partial summary judgement. The precedent set by Judge Michael J. McShane in the U.S. District Court for…
Thor Industries Forms Hymer USA to Revolutionize RV Manufacturing
January 30, 2020
Thor Industries has formed Hymer USA, a new subsidiary focused on producing and marketing RVs utilizing European manufacturing practices, automation and control standards—a first for North America’s RV industry. Hymer USA will be based in Bristol, Indiana, with initial product availability expected in the fourth quarter of calendar year 2020…
Canadian RV Association Revises Standards
January 29, 2020
The Canadian Recreational Vehicle Association (CRVA) has received approval and published updates and amendments to its CSA Z240 RV Series-14 standards…
Registration Opens for Elkhart Open House Airport Trade Show
January 28, 2020
The RV Supplier and Vendor Expo will return for a third year at Elkhart Municipal Airport during the 2020 Elkhart Open House. Expo organizers have invited exhibitors and RV Manufacturers to register on the show’s website.
TekModo Hires Adam Hawkins as National Senior Account Manager
January 28, 2020
TekModo has hired Adam Hawkins to its sales team as national senior account manager of RV/marine and specialty vehicles. The 30-year industry veteran was previously sales representative for Lami-Plast and senior account manager at Thetford/Norcold.
NHTSA Issues Recalls for Forest River, Winnebago
January 27, 2020
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued recalls for the following RVs: Forest River Inc. is recalling certain of its 2019-2020 Georgetown GTA34H5F motorhomes…
2019 Wholesale Vehicle Shipment Numbers
January 27, 2020
RVIA’s December survey of RV manufacturers indicated total wholesale RV shipments ended the month at 27,516 RVs shipped to dealers, a decrease of (-3.0 percent) from…
RVIA Testifies in Support of Fixing Washington State Trailer Length Issue
January 23, 2020
Today, RV Industry Association Manager of Government Affairs Nick Rudowich testified in support of legislation (WA SB 6083/HB 2242) that would amend the allowable length of a travel trailer in Washington state law from a current limit of 40 feet in length to a new limit of 46 feet in length.
Fleetwood RV to Offer LiquidSpring Option for RVs
January 23, 2020
REV Group, manufacturer of industry-leading specialty vehicle brands, will begin offering the upgrade option of LiquidSpring on select Fleetwood RVs. LiquidSpring is a high-tech suspension system that reduces body roll and vibration.
Jayco Australia Adopts Lippert’s Sway Command Technology
January 22, 2020
Lippert Components Inc. (LCI) reports that Jayco Australia has adopted its Sway Command Tow Control Technology across specific 2020 Jayco brand towables
