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 25, 2023
A First Look at the Brand New Eddie Bauer RVs
In a one-of-its-kind collaboration, Camping World has partnered with iconic American outdoor brand Eddie Bauer to release a new line of RVs with some of the most respected, well-known RV-makers in the industry. This spring, our team was on set outside of Seattle, Washington to spotlight three models in the...
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August 24, 2023
Infographic: 16M to Go RVing Labor Day Weekend
With cooler weather, fewer bugs, and fall festivities at campgrounds beginning, more than 16 million Americans plan to go RVing this coming Labor Day Weekend and 38 million Americans plan to have some kind of RV experience this fall. Millennials have the highest RV travel intention for the fall with...
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August 22, 2023
The Polaris Xpedition is an ATV That Can Double as a Mini RV
A few months back, Polaris introduced the Xpedition, a side-by-side ATV designed to be the most versatile vehicle on the trail. This model offers unprecedented customizability, with more than 100 accessories capable of transforming its looks and capabilities. Those include bike and kayak racks, upgradeable lighting packages, interchangeable doors, GPS...
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August 22, 2023
All-Electric RV Coast Model 1 Goes Into Production, Rebrands as the ‘Tesla of Campers’
The Coast is no unicorn, but it sure comes close to one, if only in regards to its rarity – and the unicorn's fictional existence notwithstanding. The Coast is an all-electric RV (e-RV) introduced by Tennessee-based trailer specialist Aero Build earlier this year, which has now unveiled its real interior...
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August 22, 2023
Outdoor Recreation Industry Nearing Trillion Dollar Mark, Thanks to RV Travel and Modern Amenities
With many Americans turning to the outdoors for a personal slice of Heaven, the outdoor recreation industry is pushing toward the trillion-dollar mark regarding the U.S. economy. People are seeking places to get outdoors, enjoy nature, relax, and reset. Along with modern amenities, RV Travel and #vanlife are helping drive...
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August 22, 2023
How to choose the right RV storage facility
Soon we may need to choose a new place to store our RV. The company that currently provides space for our rig has just announced that it’s raising monthly fees. I suppose it’s because demand is up. Way up! We should have seen this coming. With more and more RVs...
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August 18, 2023
Luxury RV Parks Becoming ‘Booming Sector of Real Estate’
RREAF Holdings announced Wednesday a $157 million deal to acquire and redevelop five RV parks in the southern United States, along with plans for a second round of acquisitions and redevelopment this year for $550 million. Those figures include the purchase price and the cost of a “vast” upgrade in high-end,...
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August 16, 2023
RV PRO’s 40 Under 40 Nominations Are Now Open
RV PRO is now accepting nominations for this year’s 40 Under 40 class. RV PRO will accept nominations from all segments of the industry including dealerships (technicians, parts and service, retail sales, business office), RV manufacturers, suppliers, distributors, representative groups, business services and more. The deadline for nominations is Friday,...
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August 15, 2023
Brinkley RV Adds Cam Boyer to Leadership Team
Brinkley RV announced the addition of Cam Boyer as its vice president. Boyer is highly respected in the RV industry and previously served as CFO/COO of Grand Design RV, the company said. Boyer worked for Grand Design from 2013 to 2022. Prior to that, he was in leadership at THOR...
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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...
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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...
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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
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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
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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...
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August 1, 2023
Camping World’s Q2 Sales Skid 12.4 Percent
Profits at Camping World Holdings Inc. fell 67.3 percent in the second quarter ended June 30 as sales declined 12.4 percent. Revenue was $1.9 billion for the second quarter, a decrease of $267.9 million, or 12.4 percent. SGB
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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...