Camping and RV News and Press Releases
Want to stay up to date on the latest press releases and business news in the camping and RV industry? Scroll below to view all camping/RV industry business news.
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January 18, 2023
Meyer’s RV Acquires New York Dealer
East Coast dealers Meyer’s RV recently purchased Johnston RV located in Webster, New York. Meyer’s RV of Rochester, as it will be called, will stock a full complement of travel trailers, fifth wheels and motorhomes from all the leading manufacturers. Meyer’s will now proudly feature the full line of Jayco...
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January 18, 2023
How to Get Reservations at These Popular National Parks in 2023
Over the last few years, in pursuit of crowd mitigation, many of the country’s most popular national parks have implemented pilot reservation systems. The experiments ranged from making advance reservations to enter a park, to setting up targeted systems for managing crowds at specific attractions within a park. Glacier National...
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January 18, 2023
Winnebago all-electric RV is a step closer as latest prototype revealed
The first all-electric, zero-emission Winnebago RV that consumers can buy is a step closer after the legendary RV brand revealed its latest fully operational prototype at the Florida RV Super Show this week. Known as the eRV2, this prototype emerged from the original eRV concept vehicle that debuted at the...
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January 17, 2023
‘Floridians get the first shot’: Jennifer Canady backs bill granting residents head start for park reservations
One of the many perks of living in the Sunshine State is its plethora of parks, from the Everglades and Big Cypress to Koreshan and Honeymoon Island. But as it stands today, Florida residents have no edge in reserving campgrounds over out-of-staters or third-party businesses that can scoop up spots...
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January 17, 2023
Happy Camper Capital Expands Portfolio with Acquisition of Beyonder Resort Cajun Moon
This marks Happy Camper Capital’s fifth acquisition and its first since the initial closing of its $25-million Outdoor Hospitality Sun & Fund. The fund is seeking to purchase a total of six to ten additional campgrounds, RV parks, and marinas, the company said in a press release. Modern Campground
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January 17, 2023
Thor RV brands to get the Starlink treatment
One of the world’s leading RV producers Thor Industries has announced that selected motorised RV models in its range will soon benefit from SpaceX’s Starlink high-speed, low-latency internet in 2023. Thor signed an agreement with SpaceX to make it the first RV OEM to work directly with Starlink to integrate...
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January 16, 2023
80,000 visitors at the CMT on the first weekend
Around 80,000 visitors came to the Stuttgart Exhibition Center for the CMT on the first weekend and found out about the latest holiday and caravanning trends. CMT, the world’s largest consumer show for tourism and leisure, is taking place at the Stuttgart Trade Fair Centre from 14 to 22 January 2023....
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January 16, 2023
Pittsburgh RV Show Attendance Projected to Top 30,000
Called “the longest-running indoor RV show in the country” — it’s been a mainstay since 1968 — the recently concluded (Jan. 7-15) Pittsburgh RV Show at the David L. Lawrence Convention Center is projected to surpass 30,000 in attendance, posting a new record for the nine-day event. The show featured...
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January 14, 2023
Humans not needed to operate this new fully automated RV park
A fully automated RV park has opened in Tifton, Georgia. The Stafford commercial real estate firm of Atlanta says that the 34-site facility is fully automated for reservations and check-in/out. RV travelers booking reservations at Tifton Overnight are issued a gate code to enter the facility. RV Travel
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January 13, 2023
RV rental platform Rvelocity files to raise around $10M from IPO
Rvelocity didn’t indicate in its filing the number or price of the shares to be offered, but indicated in a filing fee schedule that it was looking to offer up to $10M of its stock. STL News
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January 12, 2023
67 Million Americans Plan To Go RVing This Year
A recent survey has found that 37% of American leisure travelers, representing 67 million, plan on taking an RV trip this year. Among leisure travelers, who are defined as any U.S. resident who has taken some type of leisure trip in the past year, the top reasons for RV travel...
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January 10, 2023
What to Look for When Buying a Used RV? (10 Red Flags)
In this blog post, we’ll outline the key things to look for when buying a used RV and the associated red flags to be aware of. These tips will help you evaluate the true value of a used RV and determine if you should negotiate, pass, or go through with...
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January 10, 2023
KOA Pays Over $13M for Resort in Nashville
The campground operator, which owns more than 500 locations across North America, paid $13.7 million for Nashville RV Resort and Cabins at 2572 Music Valley Drive, according to recently filed deeds. Woodallscm
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January 9, 2023
The Range of Light National Monument Would Link Yosemite and Sequoia–Kings Canyon National Parks
Thousands of acres in California’s Sierra National Forest have been proposed as a national monument. Many argue that the protection is crucial for wildlife, the environment, and wilderness recreation. But it will face stiff opposition. Outside Online
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January 6, 2023
The Most-Visited Campgrounds Of 2022, According To RV LIFE Trip Wizard
RV LIFE Pro users have left reviews for thousands of parks and resorts across the country. A lot of parks achieved scores that ranged between medium and good, but there are a few camping destinations that definitely stood out from the pack! This information comes directly from travelers who use...
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January 6, 2023
Wholesale RV Values Mixed as Winter Intensifies
“Taking a closer look at the markets, we see that the average selling price for motorized units was $68,565 which is up $6,495 (10.4%) from the previous month. Towables came in at $18,529, down $1,658 (8.2%) from last month. One year ago, the average motorhome sold for $79,270 and the...
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January 6, 2023
Cortes Campers’ Deal with Pete’s RV Expands Market by Six States
US Lighting Group, makers of Cortes Campers, said it has signed Pete’s RV Center as a Cortes dealership that will carry the fiberglass RV travel trailers in Vermont, Massachusetts, Connecticut, Indiana, South Carolina and Maine. Pete’s RV Center has been in business selling travel trailers, fifth wheels, and motorhomes for...
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January 4, 2023
RVIA Adds VP Government Affairs
The RV Industry Association (RVIA) tapped Jason Rano, a senior government relations executive with over 18 years of experience in legislative and regulatory initiatives, as VP of government affairs, effective immediately. Reporting directly to RVIA President and CEO Craig Kirby, Rano is responsible for “promoting and protecting the RVIA member interests...
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January 3, 2023
Land Rover’s New Electric Defender May Arrive in 2026, Report Says
Land Rover plans to push heavily into EVs by the decade's end. That push will include electric variants of every model, including the new Defender. A report from AutoExpress, citing knowledge from Land Rover insiders, offers some further details on what to expect from the electric Defender, which should debut...
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January 3, 2023
A warning sign has been flashing red: How weak RV sales could mean a 2023 recession
A slump in recreational vehicle sales has long been considered an early warning sign of a broader economic downturn because an RV is such a discretionary, big-ticket purchase. It thus reflects a shift in the mood of the American consumer before other types of spending, the theory goes. And consumption...
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December 30, 2022
The RV Industry Started To Move In A Good Direction For EVs In 2022
While camping in a tent can be a lot of fun, the temperature swings, the lack of a bathroom, and not having a mattress like you have at home can all make the experience a lot less exciting for many people. Having a travel trailer to carry along can give...
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December 30, 2022
5 Best Budget-Friendly Campers for Outdoor Adventurers in 2023 (Under $10,000)
Campers are amazing at helping us get in touch with the natural world outside our cities. But most folks don't want to spend an arm and a leg just to own a mobile bedroom and kitchen, so, to kick off this list of the top five campers under $10K. Auto...
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December 29, 2022
Glamping Domes Break Indiegogo, Raise $1 Million in One Month
Glamping is having its big moment right now. People want to camp, but they don’t exactly want to “rough it.” They want the relaxation and access to nature, without leaving the amenities and comforts of home behind. Between 2022 and 2030, the global glamping market size is expected to grow by...
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December 25, 2022
Most expensive RV of 2022: $5-million LaFerrari carrier with roof deck
Every year, one motorhome stands above the rest in terms of its truly outrageous, no-expense-spared build spec and price tag. Volkner takes the prize again in 2022, and while this year's 39-foot (12-m) Performance S doesn't quite hit the US$7.7 million high the company reached last year, it's arguably a nicer...
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December 24, 2022
Havasupai Tribe says Havasu Falls will reopen on Feb. 1
The Havasupai Tribe announced Friday that it plans to reopen its tourism operations in 2023. The Tribe, located in Mohave County on the Grand Canyon's West Rim, operates permits for the popular Havasu Falls. Tourism at the reservation has been closed since the start of the coronavirus pandemic in March...