September 23, 2022

You may change your mind about RV rentals after seeing these RVs

Love RV camping but want to leave yours behind? Try an RV rental! Most are fully outfitted and already in an RV park so you can enjoy the camping without the hassle. You’ll probably save some gas money, too. RV Travel

September 23, 2022

Brinkley RV announces Bill Fenech as co-owner

Brinkley RV has added an additional owner to its lineup of top industry executives. Bill Fenech, formerly of Grand Design RV and Barletta Boat Co., will join Ron Fenech in an advisory role for the company. The founders and co-owners of Brinkley RV now include five industry natives with Ron...

September 23, 2022

Record 110,000 visitors attend Salone del Camper in Italy

The show, which took place in Parma from 10 to 18 September, attracted more than 110,000 exhibitors over its nine-day duration. It also housed more than 300 exhibitors from 15 different countries, which included 41 manufacturers’ brands and covered more than five pavilions. This attendance figure is a 10 per...

September 22, 2022

Cost of RV Insurance 2022

Without getting actual quotes for your recreational vehicle (RV), finding precise information about the cost of RV insurance can be difficult. While a commonly quoted figure is that camper insurance costs around $1,500 per year on average, the truth is that the cost of your RV policy will likely vary...

September 22, 2022

Grand jury indicts man accused of defrauding Carolina Pines RV Resort out of nearly $1 million

A Myrtle Beach man is accused of stealing nearly $1 million for a well-known RV resort in Horry County. A federal grand jury indicted 53-year-old Troy Bittner on five counts of wire fraud. The indictment alleges that Bittner, while in his role as a manager at Carolina Pines RV Resort,...

September 20, 2022

Hershey RV Show Organizers Report Strong Attendance

The organizers of America’s Largest RV Show, held annually in Hershey, Pennsylvania, wrapped up their show Sunday at the Giants Center, reporting a total of 49,112 attendees. The event is put on by the Pennsylvania Recreation Vehicle and Camping Association (PRVCA). Forty manufacturers showcased more than 1,500 RVs during the five-day...

September 20, 2022

Grand jury indicts man accused of defrauding Carolina Pines RV Resort out of nearly $1 million

A Myrtle Beach man is accused of stealing nearly $1 million for a well-known RV resort in Horry County. A federal grand jury indicted 53-year-old Troy Bittner on five counts of wire fraud. The indictment alleges that Bittner, while in his role as a manager at Carolina Pines RV Resort,...

September 19, 2022

Winnebago Just Revealed 2 New National Park-Inspired Adventure Campers

America's Largest RV Show was held in Hershey, Pennsylvania last weekend. (Yes, that's the event's name.) Winnebago debuted a couple of limited edition NPF series campers to celebrate the brand's ongoing partnership with the National Park Foundation. The Solis NPF camper van and the Vista/Sunstar NPF trailer each get some...

September 16, 2022

Airstream unveiled a $131,880 camper van RV on a Ram Promaster chassis

Famed RV maker Airstream has unveiled a new $131,882 Ram Promaster-based camper van in a major shift away from Mercedes-Benz's beloved Sprinter chassis, which has been impacted by supply chain issues and the semiconductor shortage. Longtime fans of Airstream's Class B motorhomes may be surprised to see the popular RV maker...

September 15, 2022

Harvest Hosts Surpasses 200 Churches as Host Locations

Harvest Hosts, a membership program for RVers that gives them access to unique RV camping options, announced it has exceeded 200 hosts within its growing church category – joining a wider network of more than 7,000 Harvest Hosts locations across North America. The company explained that throughout the pandemic, millions...

September 14, 2022

Winnebago Partners with Ironman Triathlete Champ Sanders

Winnebago, the flagship brand in outdoor lifestyle product manufacturer Winnebago Industries, Inc., announced today its partnership with Ironman triathlete champion Lionel Sanders. As part of the partnership, Sanders will use a Winnebago Revel as a homebase for training and relaxing in between competitions. RV Business

September 13, 2022

Winnebago – 2023 NPF Models In the Spotlight

Winnebago, the flagship brand of outdoor lifestyle product manufacturer Winnebago Industries, Inc., showcased its latest product lineup at America ’s Largest RV Show in Hershey, Pa., Sept. 14-18. Among the nearly 100 Winnebago models on display were the new limited-edition National Park Foundation Series,  the 30th Anniversary Adventurer and Hike...

September 13, 2022

Airstream® Welcomes Rangeline® to Motorhome Product Line

JACKSON CENTER, Ohio, Sept. 13, 2022  -- Airstream, Inc., maker of the iconic "silver bullet" fleet of Airstream travel trailers and best-in-class touring coaches, today announced the introduction of the all-new Rangeline Touring Coach—the latest addition to the brand's lineup of Class B motorhomes. Whether heading out on a long road trip or...

September 13, 2022

Leisure Travel Vans Unveils Next-Gen Murphy Bed Models

Leisure Travel Vans today unveiled the all-new Murphy Bed Lounge, soon to be available on both the Unity and Wonder product lines. Building on the success of the company’s flagship Unity Murphy Bed model, the new Murphy Bed Lounge offers a host of new features, refinements and premium components. The...

September 12, 2022

HitchFire Expands National Sales Footprint with Lowes and Tractor Supply Co.

Santa Cruz, CA (September 12, 2022) /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ HitchFire, creator of the first hitch-mounted grill, the Forge 20, continues to expand its sales footprint, announcing today their partnership with Lowes and Tractor Supply as official retail partners. Customers can now purchase their flagship Forge 20 grill, Ledge Platform and accessories...

September 12, 2022

Good Sam Launches Consumer Protection Program

LINCOLNSHIRE, Ill.-- Good Sam, America’s Largest RV Community, RV Consumer Advocacy Program and RV Park Network, today announced the Good Sam Confidence Program powered by the Good Sam RV Valuator™. This program provides a near real-time fair market value of RVs to assist prospective and current RV owners in getting...

September 12, 2022

The Future of the Auto Industry Is Electric. Trailer Companies Are Preparing.

The electric-vehicle revolution is coming fast, and it’s not just automakers feeling the pressure to pivot to a new type of transportation. With EV sales growing in the U.S., accessory companies are also adjusting their strategies at a speedy clip, retooling all manner of products—from cargo carriers to charging stations—to...

September 9, 2022

RVLock Atlas Launches as World’s First Keyless Upgrade for Motorhomes

WELLSVILLE, Utah, Sept. 09, 2022 -- RVLock, the # 1 best-selling premium handle upgrade for RVers, is excited to announce the launch of the RVLock Atlas, an innovative keyless entry solution for Class A motorists to maximize security and convenience without needing to fumble for keys. "Customers have been asking us...

September 8, 2022

RVs Are Going Mainstream — But Will the Boom Last?

Lockdowns led to a surge in RV purchases. For new and existing customers alike, RV life helped counteract the claustrophobia of lockdown life, offering a responsible way to travel and take advantage of their newfound ability to work from home. The trend persisted into 2021, which saw an all-time record...

September 7, 2022

Survey: RV Owners Continue to Profit From RV Rental Boom

RVshare, an online company bringing RV owners and renters together, recently surveyed its RV owners and found that the demand for RV rentals continues to be very high, with revenues from bookings up nearly 40% year-to-date. RVshare said it has had more than 100,000 owners sign up to rent their...

September 7, 2022

Colorado Teardrops Finishes Prototype of their Electric Vehicle Adventure Trailer

BOULDER, Colo., Sept. 7, 2022 -- Colorado Teardrops announces the completion of Phase 1 of development of The Boulder ™, its new utility-patent pending teardrop camper trailer designed for owners of Electric Vehicles (EVs). The Boulder is designed to increase an EV’s towing range, making camping even more accessible to EV owners. A Massachusetts...

September 6, 2022

Ray Posadas Named Vice President, Investor Relations and Market Intelligence of Winnebago Industries

EDEN PRAIRIE, Minn., Sept. 06, 2022 -- Winnebago Industries, Inc. (NYSE: WGO), a leading outdoor lifestyle product manufacturer, today announced the appointment of Ray Posadas as Vice President, Investor Relations and Market Intelligence, effective September 6, 2022. Posadas succeeds Steve Stuber, who was appointed Chief Financial Officer of Grand Design...

September 6, 2022

The amazing growth of Solo Women Campers

The number of solo women campers is on the rise, across all ages and in motorhomes, trailers, fifth wheels, and even truck campers. RV Lifestyle

September 6, 2022

Caravan Salon Wraps Up with 235,000-Plus in Attendance

Caravan Salon wrapped up its 2022 gathering in Düsseldorf, Germany, concluded this weekend with more than 235,000 people from 72 countries attending. The 736 exhibitors from 34 countries filled 16 exhibition halls at the convention center in Düsseldorf, with the connected passion for mobile leisure was noticeable during the entire duration...

September 4, 2022

This $310,000 all-electric luxury RV has heated floors and Elon Musk’s internet—take a look inside

If you’re really into glamping or want to live off the grid in style, check out Bowlus’ new all-electric luxury RV, the Volterra. The polished aluminum trailer lays claim to the title of the world’s first fully-electric RV to hit the market, with a not-inexpensive starting price of $310,000. The 27-foot-one-inch Volterra has double the battery...