Congressional Boating Caucus Has New Leaders
RV PRO StaffThe National Marine Manufacturers Association said Reps. Lois Frankel and Tom MacArthur, are the new co-chairmen of the Congressional Boating Caucus in the House of Representatives.“I am...
View Article5 Reasons to Check Out Springfield RV, Camping & Outdoor Show
RV PRO StaffThis weekend's four-day Springfield RV, Camping & Outdoor Show will be opening Friday (Feb. 17) on the grounds of the Eastern States Exposition in West Springfield, Mass.“You can spend...
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TekModo Operational Update and Leadership Changes
RV PRO StaffTekModo Industries, which provides composite materials to the RV industries, has made several changes to its management and advisory team:Jake Vogel becomes executive chairman.Marc LaCounte...
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51st Annual Detroit Camper & RV Show Hits Record Attendance Mark
RV PRO StaffAs the daily attendance reports were coming in, it was apparent to organizers that the 51st Annual Detroit Camper & RV Show, which ran from Feb. 8-12, was shaping up to be something...
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Blue Ox Employee Retires After 45 Years
RV PRO StaffBlue Ox honored Vic Green with a retirement luncheon at the Pender, Neb., manufacturing facility. Green is retiring from the company after 45 years in production and assembly, according to...
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Truma Combi Joins Winnebago Touring Coach Line
RV PRO StaffTruma has announced that Winnebago exclusively carries the Truma Combi across its Touring Coach line of the Era, Travato, and Paseo.See photos below.“Winnebago has always been a leader in...
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Torklift Founder Passes at Age 76
RV PRO StaffJon Kay, the founder of Torklift, passed away at the age of 76 on Feb. 2, while holding the hand of his son, Jack. Kay led a courageous and inspiring life that filled his family and...
View ArticleDealers Expect Strong RV Sales Season
RV PRO StaffIn the RV business this year, if it's small, it's selling big, the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel said.Driven by consumers who want the ability to tow a camping trailer without having to invest...
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ROLA Signs Sponsorship Contract with Professional Mountain Biker
RV PRO StaffROLA has signed a sponsorship agreement with Nicholi Rogatkin, the 2016 FMB (Freeride Mountain Bike) World Champion and currently the No. 1-ranked professional mountain bike rider in the...
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Rear View Safety Introduces Wireless Backup Camera System
RV PRO StaffThe Brooklyn-based company, Rear View Safety, which turns 10 years old this year, introduced the RVS-155W Wireless Backup Camera System with 5-inch single screen monitor.The system has a...
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Employees: Layoffs and Reduced Hours at Winnebago
RV PRO StaffWinnebago Industries has made reductions at its RV plant in Forest City, Iowa, employees said. Two employees told the Globe Gazette on Thursday afternoon they had been informed of layoffs...
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Newell Coach Celebrates 50 Years
By Marley JerankoNewell Coach, the family-owned Miami, Okla.-based manufacturer and dealer of luxury motorhomes, will celebrate its 50th anniversary of business in 2017.“When you look back at not just...
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Toronto Show Set for March
RV PRO StaffThe Toronto Spring Camping & RV Show producers are gearing up for the four-day event, happening March 2-5 at the International Centre in Mississauga.Show organizers report that hundreds...
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Winnebago CEO: Furloughs Are Minimal; Company Prospects Are Good
Bradley WorrellWinnebago CEO and President Michael Happe told RV PRO on Friday that the RV maker has made minimal, temporary reductions to its workforce in Forest City, Iowa.“Early this week, 25...
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The Fredericksburg RV Show to Begin in March
RV PRO StaffThe 12th annual Fredericksburg RV Show, which takes place on March 3-5, will bring top dealers together under one roof at the Fredericksburg Expo Center, according to show organizers.The...
View ArticleManufacturers Recall Assortment of Vehicles
RV PRO StaffREV Recreation Group (REV) is recalling certain 2017 Fleetwood Storm and Holiday Rambler Vacationer XE motorhomes and 2016-2017 Holiday Rambler Vacationer motorhomes. In the affected...
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Midwest Outdoor Expo to Come to Indianapolis
RV PRO StaffThe Midwest Outdoor Expo will come to Lucas Oil Stadium on Friday (March 24) and run through Sunday (March 26).The expo will feature hundreds of exhibitors from the Midwest showcasing...
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Navistar's Board of Directors Elects Chairman
RV PRO StaffFollowing Navistar’s annual shareholder meeting on Feb. 14, its board of directors elected President and CEO Troy A. Clarke as chairman. Clarke will replace James H. Keyes, whose retirement...
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CURT Introduces New Gooseneck Hitch
RV PRO StaffCURT Mfg. has designed a new gooseneck hitch specifically for Ford Super Duty trucks. This OEM-style hitch is built with fewer, more compact pieces, so they can be lifted and bolted into...
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Torklift Debuts Stow N' Go Truck Camper Step
RV PRO StaffTorklift debuts a new product to the GlowStep line called the Stow N’ Go truck camper step.Specifically designed for secure step storage during transit, Stow N’ Go has a simple deployment...
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