Lippert Finalizes CURT Group Acquisition
December 19, 2019
LCI Industries, a supplier of components for OEMs in the recreation and transportation markets completed the acquisition of CURT Group for an estimated $340 million.
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Forest River Employees Tackle Childhood Cancer
December 18, 2019
Pete Liegl’s personal fight with cancer prompted the Forest River CEO to ask his employees to raise $1 million to help send children diagnosed with childhood cancer to specialized oncology summer camps. Liegl’s request in August spurred a company-wide call to arms for the cause. It brought needed support to Care Camps.
Consumer Insight For Dealers: State-By-State Personal Income Report
December 18, 2019
Dealers planning to attend consumer shows in the next few months may benefit from understanding how personal income is faring in their part of the country. The Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA) has issued its report for personal income change for the third quarter of 2019…
China and US Announce Limited Trade Agreement
December 13, 2019
This morning, China announced it has agreed to initial steps of a trade deal with the United States in an effort to de-escalate the looming trade war that has dragged on for 19 months. China’s Vice Commerce Minister Wang Shouwen, spoke to…
IA-SAL Dealer Services to Hold RV Dealer F&I Workshop
December 10, 2019
IA-SAL Dealer Services is offering real-world training program incorporating classroom and in-dealership training with half-day, full-day, two-day, three-day and five-day programs. The company’s training team
OSHA Council Answers Tough Safety Questions in Elkhart
December 10, 2019
The Greater Elkhart Chamber is hosting an OSHA Council Breakfast designed to answer the most challenging workplace safety questions. The breakfast will be held on
ARVC 2020 National School Early Bird Registration Discount Ends Dec 15
December 9, 2019
The National School of RV Park and Campground Management will run from Feb. 24-27, 2020 in Myrtle Beach, S.C.
New Wreath Hanger Made for RVs
December 7, 2019
Made in the USA, the SeaSucker Wreath Hanger adheres to glass, gelcoat, paint, vinyl and other clean, non-porous surfaces. It can hold up to 120 pounds without drilling or leaving a mark. A flexible wire garland holds the decoration securely in place and can be used season after season.
MARVAC to Offer Technical Training to Members
December 2, 2019
The Michigan Association of Recreation Vehicles and Campgrounds (MARVAC) is providing free RV technical training classes Dec. 10-12, at the association’s office in Okemos, Mich.
McNamara to Present First Sobel University Doctoral Thesis
November 20, 2019
Ed McNamara, a 42-year veteran of the RV industry, and expert on the ongoing RV technician crisis will be awarded the first doctoral certificate from Sobel University on Monday, Dec. 9. McNamara will then deliver his thesis on solving the technician shortage.
RVIA Seal Cost to Rise $11 in 2020; First Increase Since 2010
November 20, 2019
RVIA will increase its RVIA seal cost in 2020, raising the per-unit fee from $16 to $27. The RVIA board of directors approved the seal cost increase, its first in a decade. RVIA dues will not increase in 2020.
Dometic Names Its 2019 Top Five Dealers
November 20, 2019
Dometic America, which recently established RV awards for its top OEM and top distributor of the year, has expanded its awards to their top five dealers. Dometic’s top five dealers of 2019 are, in no particular order: Curtis Trailers, Berryland Campers, Roulottes A.S. Levesque, General RV and Lazydays RV
