Camping and RV News and Press Releases
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February 7, 2022
The XPro One Is A Rugged RV Inspired By Fighter Jets And Tanks
Xpedition Pro has taken the wraps off a rugged recreational vehicle known as the XPro One. Based on the Iveco Daily 4×4, the model is available in three wheelbases – 133.9, 148.8, and 164.4 inches (3400, 3780, and 4175 mm) – and features a rugged design that draws inspiration from...
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February 7, 2022
Blue Water Acquires Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park™ in Kentucky
OCEAN CITY, Md., Feb. 7, 2022 -- Blue Water, a Maryland-based firm specializing in the development and management of campgrounds, hotels, and attractions, recently acquired Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park™ at Mammoth Cave, in continuation of its partnership with the Jellystone Park™ brand. This property, located in Cave City, is Blue Water's first in Kentucky and its second Jellystone Park™ collaboration, after Yogi Bear's...
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February 5, 2022
Most innovative caravan products named for 2021
The winners of the annual European Innovation Award for the caravanning industry have been announced. The 2021 is the tenth edition of the awards, which sadly had to be announced via an online ceremony at CMT in Stuttgart, Germany with no guests in attendance due to the coronavirus pandemic. Camping Trade...
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February 4, 2022
U.S. Auto Prices Showing Signs of Peaking, Sellers Say
The record surge in U.S. auto prices – which helped drive inflation to a four-decade high – may finally be over, say two firms that sell cars online, according to an Automotive News report. Used-car prices, which have risen at an annual rate above 50% at times during the pandemic, went into reverse last month,...
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February 4, 2022
Why Rivian Wants to Patent a Wacky New Accessory for Its Electric Trucks
In the highly competitive electric vehicle wars, Rivian has some unusual ideas on how get ahead by tricking-out its trucks. In its strategy to capture attention in the small but highly competitive electric truck market--which includes competitors Ford, GM, and Tesla--Rivian has pitched itself as a brand for adventurers, using ambassadors like professional...
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February 4, 2022
Travel Resorts of America Acquires Five New Parks
Southern Pines, N.C.-based Travel Resorts of America, a membership-based campground operator, has acquired Rapid City, S.D.-based Midwest Outdoor Resorts, which operates five campgrounds in Minnesota and South Dakota. Travel Resorts of America offers members extensive amenities including indoor/outdoor swimming pools, miniature golf, hiking trails and scenic lakes and rivers. Woodallscm
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February 3, 2022
Maine Fly Company Sets Hook with Darby Communications
Yarmouth, ME -- Feb 3, 2022 /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ - Maine Fly Company, manufacturer of small batch fly fishing rods, has retained Asheville, NC-based Darby Communications as its PR agency of record. Effective immediately, Darby Communications will work with Maine Fly Company to introduce their lineup of unique small batch and...
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February 3, 2022
Airstream’s New Electric Camping Trailer Is Even Cooler Than We First Thought
Last month, Airstream unveiled their new eStream camping trailer concept. It is a revolutionary electric camping trailer with an integrated motor that can propel itself to reduce strain on the tow vehicle and maneuver itself in low-speed situations without the tow vehicle's involvement (no more awkward backing in). Now, Airstream...
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February 3, 2022
Lazydays Holdings, Inc. Provides Preliminary Fourth Quarter Results
TAMPA, Fla., Feb. 3, 2022 -- Lazydays Holdings, Inc. ("Lazydays" or the "Company") (NasdaqCM: LAZY) provided preliminary results for the quarter ending December 31, 2021. It is important to note that results are preliminary and unaudited, and should be read in conjunction with the Company's quarterly report on Form 10-Q for the quarter...
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February 3, 2022
Cummins Reports Increased Sales and Revenues for 2021
Power generation company Cummins reports net sales for 2021 of $2.1 billion, a nearly 15 percent increase over the $1.8 billion in 2020. Revenues for last year were $24 billion, a 21 percent increase over 2020. The company had net sales of $394 million in the fourth quarter, compared with...
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February 3, 2022
Downsize Without Downsides: Matador’s Upgraded Droplet is More Compact and More Protective than Ever
BOULDER, Colo. (Feb. 3, 2022) /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ - Matador Travel Equipment, the award-winning producer of high-performance travel equipment, today introduced the Droplet Water-Resistant Stuff Sack, a significantly updated version of one of the brand’s best-selling products. Offering 2.5 liters of weatherproof storage, the Droplet compresses to fit on a keychain,...
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February 2, 2022
Camping World Announces Deal to Acquire Big Daddy RV’s in Kentucky
Camping World Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: CWH) (“Camping World”), America’s Recreation Dealer, today announced an agreement to acquire Big Daddy RV’s in London, Kentucky. The acquisition is anticipated to close in late February and will be the company’s third location in the state. Businesswire
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February 2, 2022
RV Women’s Alliance Survey Shows Moderate Improvement In Women’s Representation Within The Industry
In a follow-up to a 2019 survey on women in the RV industry, the RV Women’s Alliance once again enlisted Cairn Consulting Group to survey a wide swath of the RV industry to gauge attitudes and perception about women in the RV industry. RVIA
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February 1, 2022
Boatsetter Selects Backbone Media as Public Relations Partner
Fort Lauderdale, Florida /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ - The global leader in online peer-to-peer boatrentals, Boatsetter, has partnered with Backbone Media for PR efforts. Founded in 2012 by Jaclyn Baumgarten with the goal of democratizing the boating experience, Boatsetter aims to make boating affordable and accessible to anyone by connecting boat owners...
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February 1, 2022
Front Runner Outfitters Launches New Slimsport Roof Rack System
LOS ANGELES (Feb. 1, 2022) /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ - Front Runner Outfitters (Front Runner), the South African-based adventure travel gear company known for dependable, innovative and thoughtfully designed overlanding and camping equipment, announces the launch of the Slimsport Roof Rack system. The new roof rack system provides an additional entry point...
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January 31, 2022
Nat. Park Service Forms ‘National Campground Office’
This new program will be responsible for boosting visitor experiences across NPS’s more than 1,400 campgrounds by improving coordination and facilitating technical assistance to parks and regions on campground-related issues and services. Woodallscm
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January 31, 2022
Snow Peak and Rumpl Partner Again to Launch an Updated Fire-Resistant Blanket
PORTLAND, Ore. (Jan 31, 2022) /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ - Today, Snow Peak, the leading Japanese outdoor design brand, and Rumpl, the leader in technical blankets, are teaming up to announce the launch of the next generation limited-edition NanoLoft® Takibi Blanket. The brands’ Portland-based teams first collaborated in 2020 to design a...
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January 29, 2022
A popular RV maker just unveiled a $400,000 custom Mercedes-Benz Sprinter camper van RV
RV and camper van popularity has remained resilient throughout COVID-19. Advanced RV, a custom camper van maker specializing in Sprinter vans, now has a two-year client backlog. Smaller makers like Advanced RV — a custom Mercedes-Benz Sprinter conversion company — are also experiencing success during the road travel boom. Yahoo...
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January 27, 2022
Roamly and Wheelbase Partner to Bring New Digital RV Insurance Offerings to Professional Rental Operators
AUSTIN, Texas, Jan. 27, 2022 -- The insurtech company Roamly today announced its new professional insurance product for the rapidly growing market of professional RV rental companies worldwide. Wheelbase, the professional software product for RV fleet operators, will now embed Roamly into its software to make insurance painless, simple, and economical. The new partnership offers...
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January 27, 2022
In 2021, Oregon state parks saw more than 3 million campers for the first time
The Oregon Parks and Recreation Department reported a total 3,026,756 camper nights last year, far outpacing the pandemic-impaired numbers from 2020, and eclipsing the 3 million mark for the first time, the department said. Oregon Live
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January 27, 2022
These National Parks Will Require Reservations in 2022
Four more parks have begun or expanded their ticketing systems, and many have renewed what was already in place. America’s national parks are becoming more and more crowded, with no end in sight. Many parks are frequently at capacity, closing their gates when lots and trails fill each day. Outside...
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January 27, 2022
Peace Vans Partners with WH inc. as Agency of Record for Public Relations
January 27, 2022 (Seattle, WA) /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ - WH inc., an industry-leading marketing and communications agency, today announced the addition of Seattle-based Peace Vans to its growing portfolio of clients that provide inspiration and gear to promote a healthy, active lifestyle. As Peace Vans’ Public Relations agency of record, WH...
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January 26, 2022
Most Luxurious Camping Trailer You Can Buy Gets Updates For 2022
The 2022 Bowlus models will look a bit different. At their pointed rear, there will now be 15-inch tall, vertically oriented LED taillights. Each one contains 13 diodes, and the company touts that the new lamps are more visible to other drivers for improved safety. Motor1
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January 26, 2022
Dave and Matt Vans Accelerates Growth with Acquisition of Two Facilities
GYPSUM, Colo. – Jan. 26, 2022 /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ - Dave & Matt Vans, the ‘lifestyle vehicle’ company that builds and rents vans featuring everything you need and nothing you don’t, announces the purchase of two Colorado-based facilities, increasing its production capabilities by more than five-times its current capacity. Now, Dave...
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January 26, 2022
Elon Musk confirms Tesla Cybertruck not happening in 2022
After much speculation based on changing verbiage on the Tesla Cybertruck website, CEO Elon Musk confirmed the inevitable: The dystopian electric pickup isn't happening this year. Musk announced during his EV company's fourth quarter earnings call Wednesday that Tesla would not be adding any new vehicles to its existing "S3XY"...