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January 19, 2022
Airstream’s concept electric camping trailer propels itself
Airstream has introduced a pair of EV concepts that include the eStream, a self-propelled camper. The dual-motor trailer not only reduces the burden on the towing vehicle, but can be remote-controlled from your phone to help you hitch up, reverse or simply move your camp site. You can even use the...
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January 19, 2022
Rivian partners with Under Canvas to bring EV charging to most beautiful camping sites in the US
Rivian announced several charging networks - the Rivian Waypoints and Rivian Adventure Network. Under Rivian Waypoints, it is now partnering with Under Canvas to deploy charging stations directly at camp sites. Under Canvas is known for its luxury camping sites at some of the most beautiful locations in the US, including Zion,...
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January 19, 2022
Outdoor Retailer outlines Covid precautions for Snow Show
Outdoor Retailer’s semiannual trade show is set to take place in Denver next week, from January 26-28. Given the recent transmission rates of the Omicron variant, however, some exhibitors and attendees say they’ve opted out of the event due to safety concerns. Outside Business Journal
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January 19, 2022
Storyteller Overland Acquires Global Expedition Vehicles
Storyteller Overland, which has in short order established itself as the insurgent leader in the Class-B RV Adventure Van space, announced Wednesday that it has acquired Global Expedition Vehicles, LLC – the world’s leading manufacturer of expedition vehicles and bespoke Adventure Trucks. RV Business
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January 19, 2022
Thor Industries shows off electric travel trailer and electric motorhome concepts
Thor Industries (NYSE:THO) unveiled its strategy around the electrification of the RV industry at the Florida RV SuperShow today. The company displayed new RV concepts, with an electric motorhome and an electric travel trailer in the spotlight. Seeking Alpha
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January 19, 2022
IOC branded “irresponsible” for using Beijing 2022 app researchers claims put users at risk
The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has been branded "irresponsible" for requiring participants to use an application devised to monitor the health of attendees at the 2022 Winter Olympics in Beijing "with such glaring security vulnerabilities". Inside the Games
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January 19, 2022
Outdoor Retailer’s Marisa Nicholson on Keeping Snow Show In Person Amid COVID-19 Concerns and the Trade Show’s Future Home
At the start of the month, when trade shows were weighing decisions whether or not to remain in-person or cancel amid growing COVID-19 concerns, Outdoor Retailer announced its late-January event would go on as planned. Footwear News
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January 18, 2022
Star brite Parent Co. Reports Record-Breaking Q4, Full Year
Ocean Bio-Chem Inc. (NASDAQ: OBCI), parent company of the Star brite brand of RV appearance and maintenance products, announced record net sales for both the fourth quarter and the full year 2021. Full-year net sales of approximately $64.3 million were up 16% over 2020 and Q4 2021 net sales of approximately...
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January 18, 2022
Thor Industries Forms Partnership With TechNexus
Elkhart-based Thor Industries (NYSE: THO) has formed a partnership with TechNexus Venture Collaborative in Chicago. Thor says the partnership will identify and engage an “ecosystem of entrepreneurs” and startups that will connect with the RV manufacturer to help drive initiatives. Thor says the collaboration will improve its end-customer experience and several...
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January 18, 2022
Key promotions at RV Industry Association and GoRVing
Bill Baker has been promoted to the position of vice president of membership and research at the RV Industry Association (RVIA) and Karen Redfern (pictured above, right) has been promoted to chief marketing officer and senior vice president of GO RVing. Camping Trade World
