Camping and RV News and Press Releases
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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 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
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January 18, 2022
Winnebago e-RV Electric Camper Van Concept Has 125 Miles of Range
Recreational vehicles rounded the corner into the electric era today with the unveiling of the Winnebago e-RV concept at the Florida RV SuperShow. Using a Ford Transit van as the basis of the concept, Winnebago and its powertrain partner, Lightning e Motors, swapped in an an electric motor and an...
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January 17, 2022
KOA Boasts Record Year in 2021
Kampgrounds of America (KOA) reports that 2021 was its best-ever in its 60 years of operation. The company had a 33.2 percent revenue increase over 2020 and a 33 percent increase in revenue over 2019, the company’s previous highest-grossing year, it said in its Q4 Business Report. RV-PRO
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January 14, 2022
Keystone RV Strikes Exclusive Deal with Dragonfly Energy
Keystone RV and U.S.-based Dragonfly Energy, a battery technology company known for its popular Battle Born Lithium-ion brand, have entered into an exclusive agreement to provide Dragonfly Energy batteries as standard or optional OEM equipment on Keystone RV travel trailers and fifth wheels. In addition, Dragonfly Energy batteries will soon be sold...
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January 14, 2022
Another EV Bites the Dust: Bollinger Pulls Plug on Electric Pickup and SUV
Brawny and brutish, the Bollinger B1 SUV and B2 pickup were designed for serious work and off-road applications. But the Detroit-based startup has unexpectedly unplugged the two EVs, shifting its focus to commercial truck applications. GearJunkie
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January 12, 2022
U.S. used-vehicle sales record set in 2021
The number of used vehicles sold in the U.S. in 2021 hit an all-time record, according to Cox Automotive, bolstered by a robust spring selling season that analysts say may not be easily repeated. Cox Automotive estimated that used-car sales finished 2021 at 40.9 million vehicles - up about 10% over...
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January 12, 2022
New RV Parks and Park Expansions Continue Across Florida
Florida will have at least 15 new RV resorts with over 3,700 new campsites by early next year in response to rising consumer demand. Meanwhile, at least 13 other RV resorts across the state are collectively adding nearly 1,500 RV sites as private park operators and developers respond to the...
