Wilkins RV Expands with Acquisition
September 9, 2021
Wilkins Recreational Vehicles, Inc. completed an agreement to buy Great Outdoors RV and its locations in Fulton and Clay, New York.
Winnebago Launches Dealer App
September 9, 2021
Winnebago launched SourceBook, what the manufacturer claimed is the first app in the RV industry to help dealers navigate every step of a customer’s sales journey.
RV Retailer CEO Joins Technical Institute Board
September 9, 2021
The RV Technical Institute appointed Jon Ferrando, CEO and president of RV Retailer, LLC to its board of directors, effective immediately.
RVDA Sessions Focus on Business Improvements
September 9, 2021
Michael Rees will deliver a pair of workshops in the dealer/GM track at the 2021 RV Dealers Convention/Expo.
Optronics Details New LED Taillight
September 9, 2021
Optronics International introduced its new STL02/03 LED taillight. The low-profile, surface-mount lamps take on stop, tail and turn functions.
Jobless Claims Post Sharp Drop
September 9, 2021
First-time filings for unemployment claims in the U.S. dropped to 310,000 last week, easily the lowest of the Covid era.
EXCLUSIVE: Elkhart Extravaganza Canceled
September 8, 2021
Led by Forest River and Thor Industries, manufacturers announced they would cancel Elkhart Extravagana events. The news led to the RV Supplier Show postponement.
EXCLUSIVE: East to West Unveils New Model
September 8, 2021
East to West will roll out its second fifth wheel model, a luxury brand titled Ahara. The fifth wheel will debut at Elkhart Extravaganza.
Jayco Boosts Solar Power Options
September 8, 2021
Jayco launched its new Overlander EXT Modular Power Management package. The factory-installed package will be an option on 2022 North Point and Pinnacle fifth wheels and the Seismic and Seismic Alpha toy haulers.
Canadian Agencies Merge
September 8, 2021
Foster & Associates entered into a definitive merger agreement with Chiswell Agencies effective Sept. 1.
Eclipse RV Founder Dies
September 8, 2021
Dallen Trealoff, who founded California-based Eclipse RV in 2003, passed away Sept. 5, according to reports from family and friends.
RVDA Webinar Details Dealership Sale
September 8, 2021
RVDA will conduct a free webinar at noon CT Thursday to discuss tips on RV dealership sales and tax implications.
