Tag: RV News

It’s that time again. We’re here to hit you with the latest RV news you won’t want to miss for the month of October. We’ve got some great stories for you, so let’s dive right in.

Sealander RV Transforms into a Small Houseboat – A company out of Germany has developed the Sealander, a vehicle that combines a towable RV and a boat all in one. The floating pod is made of glass fiber-reinforced plastic that’s lightweight and can be towed by a mid-sized SUV. When a user is ready to transform the towable into a boat, an outside motor is easily connected. The inside of a Sealander has two leather benches that can be converted into a bed. While transformed into a boat, users have the option of enjoying an open-air cruise. We love to see this type of innovative technology entering the RV space. Read More.

It’s time to hit you with the RV news you need to know this month. September has been a busy time for the industry and we’re excited to catch you up on all things RV. Check out the top headlines below.

Thor Set to Become Largest RV Maker in The World – Elkhart-based Thor Industries Inc. has just announced an agreement to acquire a German recreational vehicle manufacturer for approximately $2.4 billion. Once the deal is complete, Thor has stated that the deal with Erwin Hymer Group SE will create the world’s largest RV maker. This deal will give Thor an entrance into Europe. Erwin Hymer Group SE currently employs more than 7,300 globally and their RVs are sold through a network of over 1,200 retailers. Both companies have noted that there should be no change in employee headcount as a result of the acquisition. We’re interested to see how this all plays out for Thor! Read More.

4G LTE and Wi-Fi Now Come Standard in Keystone Line – Keystone wants to make sure RVers have the ability to stay connected, so that’s why they are equipping their entire towable lineup with 4G LTE and Wi-Fi ready capability. The new Furrion technology is set to roll out at the Sept. 24-27 Elkhart RV Open House. The new technology offers an antenna that integrates 4G LTE and Wi-Fi with standard VHF/UHF/AM/FM reception, and the Wi-Fi and cellular signals are routed to a wall-mounted base inside the trailer. We love to see manufacturers step up their technology game! Read More.

“America’s Largest RV Show” Comes to a Close – The Hershey RV show held from Sept. 12-16 at the Giant Center in Hershey PA, tallied a final gate attendance of almost 60,000 people – just 5,000 attendees shy of last year’s show. The lower numbers were reportedly due to Hurricane Florence, but many vendors and manufacturers saw growth in sales. The show had 156 booth vendors and about 1,400 RVs from 42 manufacturers – we’ll highlight some big releases at the show below. All in all, America’s Largest RV Show was a great success and we want to give a huge shoutout to all of the attendees that stopped by the RV Trader booth – we’ll see you next year! Read More.

New Releases at Hershey – As we mentioned above, Hershey was full of new models. Check out a few new releases you won’t want to miss below.

Sit back and relax, we’re here to catch you up on all of the RV-related headlines you should know about for the month of August. We’ve compiled our favorite RV news stories to keep you in the know. Check out our top picks below.

Coachmen to Debut Spirit Ultra-Lite – Coachmen recently announced that their new Spirit Ultra-Lite will debut at the 2018 Forest River RV Expo in September. Coachmen, who is a division of Forest River, noticed the need for a competitive ultralight brand. The new Spirit lineup will feature five different floor plans ranging in lengths from 23-36 ft., with weights as low as 4,500 pounds. The modern interiors offer 83 1/2 inches of interior ceiling height and updated features. We are excited to see this new lineup in September. Read More.

We’ve got you covered with the latest RV news that you need to stay in the know. Check out our top headlines from the month of June including new models, accessories, contests, and more!

inTech RV Introducing Luna-Lite Teardrop Trailer – inTech recently announced the release of their Luna Lite, a teardrop trailer similar to their popular Luna trailer. The new Luna Lite is manufactured with the same all-aluminum as the Luna, and with a base weight of 1,451 pounds, can be towed by almost any vehicle. The company stated they introduced Luna Lite as a lighter-weight, less expensive trailer in order to help dealers compete against other teardrop trailers in the industry. The trailer is in inTech RV dealerships currently, and they will begin shipping mid-June. We love the option of teardrop trailers and we are excited to see another one hit the marketplace. While we wait, check out some of the Luna trailers on the market here. Read More.

Dolphin Motor Coach Partnering With ‘Ozotech’ – Dolphin Motor Coach just announced a new partnership with Ozotech, a a manufacturer of activated oxygen/ozone generating equipment and No Dirty Water (NDW) ozone-based water filtration and purification systems. The NDW system provides for purification to water in recreational vehicle holding tanks, weighing in at less than 10 pounds. The NDW water purification system is now available on all of Dolphin’s Class B motorhomes. Their mission is to bring safer, cleaner, odorless water to campers – and we’re all for it! Read More.

National Association of State Park Directors (NASPD) Launches State Park Photo Contest – NASPD is on a mission to promote our nation’s state parks by launching America’s State Parks 2018 Photo Contest. The contest is open to U.S. residents over the age of 18 and encourages participants to share experiences captured at the nation’s state parks over the past year. This is the second year the organization is holding the contest after receiving more than 8,000 qualified photo submissions and 105,000 website engagements in 2017. Amateur photographers are to submit photos taken at a state park within the following categories: camping, wildlife, activities, friends and family, and scenic, and seasons. So, get those cameras out from now to July 31 and you’ll have the chance to win a prize package valued at $2,000. Read More.

Winnebago and Motiv Partner on ‘eBloodmobile’- Winnebago Industries Inc. and Motiv Power Systems are working together to produce a variety of all-electric mobile medical, dental, and bookmobile units. In a recent statement, the two companies announced they are currently working on a demonstration of the “eBloodmobile” using Winnebago’s SuperStructure interlocking design. Traditional mobile medical units spend an average of 8 gallons of diesel a day idling to provide services to the community. The two companies are aiming to provide clean, silent, and vibration free energy to power these units (including equipment on board), which are expected to have four patient beds, two interview rooms, a small waiting area, and a small recovery area. These all-electric units are truly revolutionary and we are excited to see all of the good that they will do in various communities. Read More.

Torklift Trailer Hitch Designed For Tesla Model 3 – Torklift just released the first trailer hitch for the Tesla Model 3, which includes a removable receiver. As Tesla is one the most innovative electric vehicle manufacturers, Torklift jumped at the opportunity to come out with the Torklift EcoHitch trailer hitch for the first vehicle Tesla released. The EcoHitch is completely hidden when not in use and the company also has hitches available for the Tesla Roadster and the Tesla Model S. Read More.

Which story piqued your interest this month? Let us know in the comments below and keep an eye out for next month’s top RV headlines!

“CAM-PLEX is truly a ‘made-for-FMCA’ facility,” said Doug Uhlenbrock, Director of Events. “It has everything we need to put on a successful convention: plenty of RV parking sites; terrific buildings for seminars, exhibits, and entertainment; an incredible grounds staff; and a welcoming town that bends over backwards to make sure everyone feels at home.”

The “Wanted In Wyoming” convention has all the makings of a bang-up time for cowpokes who circle their wagons in this northeastern Cowboy State settlement. On Tuesday, July 17, even before the jamboree kicks off, attendees will get to try their luck at card bingo in the Wyoming Center and aspiring superstars can show off their vocal skills during karaoke at the FMCA Town Center.

The show officially begins on Wednesday, July 18, with morning seminars, followed by the opening of the indoor exhibits and RV displays at 1:00 p.m.

Starting Thursday, July 19, and continuing through Saturday, July 21, early risers can grab a cup of joe and a doughnut (or two) at the FMCA Town Center while enjoying some fancy music provided by FMCA’s band of vagabond musicians, the Frustrated Maestros. It’s also a great time to meet new people and get the day started with a smile as big as the Wyoming sky.

Once coffee hour wraps up, a good number of attendees will hit the seminar circuit to learn more about the RVing lifestyle, the mechanics of their RVs, fun things to do when traveling, and much more. With 100-plus sessions scheduled, plenty of educational opportunities will be available, covering just about any RVing interest.

 

While some folks hit the learning trail, others will saunter over to the RV displays to inspect hundreds of shiny new wagons outfitted with the latest features. Take a tour, look under the hood, or test drive one of the demo coaches on site. Could be you’re looking at your next RV.

Still other attendees will sidle over to Central Pavilion to visit with the good folks manning booths at this modern-day trading post. If there’s something you need for your RV or to satisfy your wandering lifestyle, chances are you’ll find it inside the exhibit hall.

Around high noon each day, folks can grab some vittles and a sarsaparilla, kick back, and enjoy a variety of entertainment at the FMCA Town Center. The break also gives attendees time to head back to the RV to walk the dog, drop off their purchases, or hobnob with the RVers hitched next door.

When the sun begins to sink into the western sky, the stars will come out inside Wyoming Center as four great acts take the main stage. On Wednesday night, Thomas Michael Riley will perform his unique brand of Texas country music. On Thursday, you won’t believe your eyes (and ears) as New Odyssey (three men, 30 instruments) makes more music than a trio should be allowed. Friday, step back in time as Matthew and Gunnar Nelson, known as Nelson in the biz, perform a tribute to their dad with “Ricky Nelson Remembered.” On Saturday, keep your dancing shoes handy as The Flashback Boyz rock the hall with favorites from the 1950s, ’60s, and more.

Other activities that will catch the fancy of attendees are the Ladies’ Luncheon on Thursday; the Ice Cream Social on Friday; and the Super-Size Book Club on Saturday with Craig Johnson, best-selling author of the popular Walt Longmire mystery series. There’s also sure to be some surprises along the way just to keep folks on their toes.

If you’re looking for an ace-high RVing experience this summer, Gillette, Wyoming, is the place. There’s still time to sign up, but you better get your wiggle on. To register for the “Wanted In Wyoming” convention, visit FMCA.com or call (800) 543-3622. If you can’t make the full event and want to stop by for a day, $10 day passes will be available at the gate.

Keeping you in the know is important to us – so this month, we’ve selected four RV-related stories that we think are too good to miss Take a look at your May industry news below.

Winnebago ‘Travato’ Offers Volta Energy System – Trying to go off the grid? Winnebago has got you covered with their Volta Energy System, a lithium ion energy storage system that replaces the need for a generator. The system charges in just under 90 minutes with nearly 10,000 watt-hours of capacity – enough to power standard appliances including the main air conditioner for several hours or overnight. It charges while the unit is driving, idling, connected to shore, or through a MPPT solar charger (a 200-watt solar panel comes standard). The 2019 Travato will roll out this summer and we can’t wait. Read More.

We love to keep you in the know with the lastest news and industry updates. So this month, we’ve selected five stories that you don’t want to miss. Take a look at some of the latest April headlines below.