Grand Design RV’s New Momentum Promotion
January 28, 2020
A promotional video of the 2020 Momentum fifth wheel by Grand Design RV. For more information go here.
Big Stories
December Wholesale Shipment Numbers
January 27, 2020
The RVIA’s December survey of manufacturers revealed the total RV shipments ended the month with 27,516 wholesale shipments, a decrease of (-3.0 percent) from…
Select Ford Vehicles to Feature Lippert OneControl
January 24, 2020
Lippert Components Inc. (LCI) and Ford Motor Company have partnered to bring OneControl smart RV technology to Ford vehicles via SYNC 3 and AppLink. Ford owners will now be able to access OneControl’s app features in order to monitor and control an RV while towing with a properly equipped Ford vehicle.
Dometic Moves Awning Production, Shutters Indiana Plant
January 23, 2020
Wednesday, Dometic made public it will close its LaGrange, Indiana awning manufacturing plant and move production out of the country to remain competitive. “This is a tough day for our employees in LaGrange,” President Region Americas Scott Nelson said. Dometic will work closely with state and local government officials to coordinate services to help the affected workers with…
Alliance RV Hires New General Manager
January 22, 2020
Alliance RV has hired Jeremiah Dumka as General Manager. In this role, Dumka will oversee product development and management the sales force for Alliance RV’s recently launched luxury fifth wheel, Paradigm, as well the company’s toy hauler line that will launch this fall.
Airstream’s Senior VP of Operations Retires
January 21, 2020
Seldom does one person stand out and make such a singular impact on a company the way Airstream’s Senior Vice President of Operations Mark Wahl did in his more than two-decade career at the company. On December 31, 2019, Wahl officially retired from Airstream, leaving behind a legacy that will continue to impact the company for years to come…
Spartan Unveils New Chassis at Florida RV SuperShow
January 16, 2020
Spartan Specialty Chassis and Vehicles, a business unit of Spartan Motors, unveiled new chassis technology on 2020 Entegra Coach and Newmar models this week at the Florida RV SuperShow. It also introduced the new Realm and Realm Presidential coach…
Keystone RV Makes Key Management Changes
January 14, 2020
As Keystone RV enters the new decade, North America’s largest manufacturer of towable RV’s has strategically realigned its sales organization to lean into the company’s heritage of agile, market-leading product innovation and to intensify focus on its unique ability to deliver enterprise-wide value-add for dealers and customers.
Horizon Transport Adds Industry Veteran as Executive Vice President
January 14, 2020
Horizon Transport had added industry veteran Andy Cripe to its senior management ranks. “Horizon is making an addition that is necessary and well-timed in terms of what’s best for our customers and employees,” Horizon Transport President Joe Braun said.
Dometic Upgrades CFX Series Coolers, Adds Ice Maker
January 13, 2020
Dometic launches the next generation of its popular powered cooler: the CFX series. The new generation of CFX3 models are not only superior in design, but also in performance. Products includes a model equipped with a rapid freezing plate making it the world’s first.
Exclusive: RV Execs Create, Support ‘Warm Up’ Program for S. D. Indian Reservation
January 10, 2020
Brent Stevens, general manager of Forest River’s XLR division (right) and members of his service group begin putting pallets of donated items together.During the year-end
Lippert Becomes Exclusive Distributor for Alpha Systems
January 9, 2020
Lippert Components Inc. (LCI) has entered into an exclusive RV and Marine Aftermarket distribution partnership with Alpha Systems. The Elkhart-based company manufactures adhesives and sealants specifically engineered to provide premium performance and flexibility for RV roofs.
