Black Book: RV Wholesale Values Rebound
February 23, 2021
RV wholesale values rebounded to all-time highs in January following a December dip, Black Book reported.
Updated RV Safety Standards Manual Available
February 23, 2021
To help manufacturers with safety compliance when producing RVs, this year’s edition of the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1192, Standard on Recreational Vehicles, is now available for purchase.
Camp Casual Launches Plan-o-Grams
February 23, 2021
Camp Casual is bringing its retro products to dealers with the company’s recently launched in-store plan-o-grams (POG).
Mercedes-Benz Vans Promotes VP
February 22, 2021
Atlanta-based Mercedes-Benz (MB) Vans USA has appointed Nicolette Lambrechts as the company’s vice president and managing director of sales and marketing, effective May 1.
RV Professionals Society Names Certified Industry Personnel
February 22, 2021
The Society of Certified RV Professionals recognized 22 individuals from nine dealerships who earned or renewed certifications this winter through the Mike Molino RV Learning Center Fixed Operations Certification Program.
Truma Cooler Wins European Innovation Award
February 22, 2021
Water heater and furnace supplier Truma North America won another award for its Truma Cooler portable fridge/freezer.
Dealerships Grant Campers’ Wishes
February 22, 2021
Three-year-old Isaac has end-stage kidney disease. He wished for a camper to spend time outdoors adventuring with his family, which Camping World of Denver granted. RV Sales of Broward, a dealership based in Davie, Florida, teamed up to grant Misael’s camper dreams, too.
Camping World to Acquire First Maine-based Dealership
February 22, 2021
Camping World Holdings signed an agreement to acquire Lee’s Family Trailer in Windham, Maine, with an anticipated close in April.
Government Issues Latest Recalls
February 22, 2021
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) issued the following recalls:
EXCLUSIVE: RV Trader Sees Engagement Spike
February 22, 2021
New data from RV Trader shows consumers are engaging with dealers at levels RV Trader Executive VP of Sales and Operations Paige Bouma said she never has seen before.
EXCLUSIVE: RV Technical Institute In-Person Classes Delayed
February 19, 2021
The RV Technical Institute (RVTI) hoped to bring back in-person training classes in March, but Executive Director Curt Hemmeler said those plans have been postponed until June 1.
EXCLUSIVE: Texas Director Updates Storm Aftermath
February 19, 2021
An unusual winter storm and record-low temperatures left millions of Texans without power, an experience Texas RV Association (TRVA) Executive Director Phil Elam said Thursday he might “equate to a 100-year flood.”
