August 15, 2023

In Year Of Record Growth, Outdoorsy Secures Coveted Spot On Inc. 5000 List

Things to know:  Outdoorsy's total transactions surged past $3 billion, a milestone hit just 10 months after crossing the $2 billionmark in October 2022. This growth was driven by more than 40 million guests who searched outdoorsy.com for their next outdoor vacation. This year's momentum is bolstered by Outdoorsy's insurtech Roamly hitting 100%...

August 15, 2023

$2K Ikea-like camper kit turns Tesla Model X or RAV4 into a micro RV

Launched for summer 2023 (Northern Hemisphere), Van Lab's new SUV Kit is the latest spin on a design we've seen many times before – a camper box with tailgate-width kitchen that expands forward to create a sleeping platform over top the folded rear seats. This one is a bit simpler...

August 14, 2023

Lippert acquires marine axle manufacturer

Indiana, US-based component maker Lippert Components Inc has acquired Marine Trailer Performance (MTP), a marine axle manufacturer located in Houston, Texas. Lippert Components is a supplier of a broad array of components for original equipment manufacturers in the recreation and transportation product markets, while MTP specialises in marine axles, axle...

August 8, 2023

Outdoorsy, in tandem with investors and banking partners, launches $30 million ‘Oasis Fund’ to capitalize on glamping’s explosive growth

AUSTIN, Texas, Aug. 8, 2023  -- Outdoorsy, the leading outdoor travel marketplace, today announced the launch of the Oasis Fund — a $30 million dollar initiative dedicated exclusively to providing funding for the purchase of safari glamping tents for eligible entrepreneurs looking to become part of the glamping revolution. With a $30 million investment to start,...

August 8, 2023

Lazydays Announces Acquisition of Century RV

TAMPA, Fla., Aug. 8, 2023  -- Lazydays (NasdaqCM: LAZY) has completed the acquisition of Century RV in Longmont, Colorado. This acquisition strengthens its presence in Denver, making Lazydays RV the premier choice for RVers in Colorado. The store has been renamed "Lazydays RV of Denver at Longmont" and Lazydays anticipates...

August 7, 2023

Garmin signs purchase agreement to acquire JL Audio, a highly regarded audio solutions manufacturer

Garmin Ltd. announced it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire JL Audio, a privately-held U.S. company that designs and manufactures audio solutions for marine, aftermarket automotive, powersports, home and RV customers. PRN

August 7, 2023

Kampgrounds of America’s Revenue Still Trending Up

Kampgrounds of America said its revenue has improved by 2% over the first half of this year, in a year-over-year comparison. Following years of record-breaking same-store revenue, the company anticipates more positive change, with advanced deposits up 9.5% over 2022. RV-Pro

August 7, 2023

Camping World Set to Acquire RV Arizona Consignment Specialists

LINCOLNSHIRE, Ill.-- Camping World Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: CWH) (“Camping World”), the World’s Largest Recreational Vehicle Dealer, today announced that it is set to acquire RV Arizona Consignment Specialists in El Mirage, Arizona. The transaction establishes a platform and plan for a nationwide rollout of consignment exclusive locations and best practices...

August 2, 2023

Luxury RV company to build headquarters in Bradenton after buying $18.3M property

The luxury motorcoach and RV dealership recently paid $18.3 million for 139,904 square feet of industrial property at 5821 24th St. E. in southern Manatee County. Planned there are the company’s national headquarters, a full-service luxury RV dealership with 16 service bays and in-house cabinet, upholstery and glass shops. Company...

August 2, 2023

With Cancellations and Private Camping, It’s Not Too Late To Camp in 2023

/OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ – With Labor Day just weeks away and campers reporting five times more difficulty finding an available campsite to book, one might assume that without a reservation, summer camping season is over. Thanks to new features from The Dyrt, the No. 1 app for camping information and booking,...