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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August 1, 2023
Hymer adds a splash of colour to Eriba Touring caravans
German giant Hymer has introduced the iconic Eriba Touring caravan in a series of bright new colour options as well as new layouts. The Eriba Touring has been popular since its launch in 1957, but for 2023 and beyond will be available in three new special editions: Nugget Gold, Tango...
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July 31, 2023
Insider Perks Unveils Roadie: AI Chatbot for RV Dealers
Insider Perks, a trailblazer in the outdoor hospitality industry, today unveiled Roadie, an AI chatbot set to reshape the RV dealership landscape. Roadie is not just a chatbot; it’s a comprehensive solution designed to tackle the common challenges RV dealerships face, from managing customer inquiries to qualifying leads and providing...
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July 31, 2023
Lazydays’ Revenues, Earnings Drop
Lazydays said its second quarter revenue decreases to $308.4 million, down from the $373.6 million in the second quarter of 2022. Second quarter 2023 net income was $3.6 million compared to $27.1 million for the same period in 2022. Net income for the first six months of 2023 was $3.3...
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July 31, 2023
REI, Airstream Double Down on ‘Basecamp 20X’ Travel Trailer
First, the good news: REI and Airstream’s second travel trailer collaboration looks even more capable and feature-rich than the original. The bad news: Its $60,000-plus price tag will not count toward your annual member rebate. Gear Junkie
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July 26, 2023
KOA’s New Partnerships Expand Pet Care for Campers
Two new pet-focused partners will work with Kampgrounds of America (KOA) to offer remote veterinary care options for campers who travel with their pets, the companies announced today. JustAnswer Pets and Pet Premium are services available to any camper who uses the KOA partnership marketplace. RV Pro
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July 25, 2023
RV industry steers through post-pandemic US slump
The U.S. economy may ultimately skirt a recession, but it's felt like one for months at Jon Ferrando's 103 RV dealerships. Retail sales of recreational vehicles are on track to be the lowest since 2015, said Ferrando, CEO and president of Fort Lauderdale, Florida-based Blue Compass RV, which operates in...
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July 25, 2023
RV Shipments Down Nearly 50% at Year’s Halfway Point
Results for the RV Industry Association’s June 2023 survey of manufacturers found that total RV shipments ended the month with 24,095 units, a decrease of 46.4% compared to the 44,942 units shipped in June 2022. Halfway through 2023, RV shipments are down 49.2% with 164,830 units. RV Pro
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July 25, 2023
Thor Motor Coach Unveils 2024 Class C Upgrades
Thor Motor Coach announced changes to its model year 2024 lineup of Class C motorhomes, including the Chateau, Four Winds, Echelon, and Quantum models. The Chateau and Four Winds Class Cs boast of new exterior graphicsh; they built on a Ford E-series and Chevy chassis; keyless entry is offered; and...
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July 20, 2023
Winnebago Solis Pocket Small RV Gets Wet Bath, New Power System
The Ram ProMaster is a commercial van that competes against the Ford Transit and Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. Winnebago uses this model to make the compact Solis Pocket 36B. A new floorplan is now available that packs a dinette and a wet bath into this small space. The company also partners with...
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July 20, 2023
KOA: Fourth of July Camping Equal to Last Year
The Kampgrounds of America (KOA) Monthly Research Report for July reported that more than 21.5 million households camped over the Fourth of July holiday, a number on par with 2022. Interestingly, the survey found most campers (56%) share that they have been postponing trips to later in the summer or...
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