Camping and RV News and Press Releases
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May 8, 2021
A German auto supplier has created a $360,000 off-road RV meant to look like a ‘Scandinavian boutique hotel’
Germany-based Darc Mono has unveiled its eponymous expedition vehicle inspired by yachts, private jets, and Scandinavian boutique hotels. Business Insider
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May 8, 2021
New RV magazine ignores older RVers
After decades of publication, the two most popular American RV magazines, Trailer Life and Motorhome, were discontinued last year. Subscribers received a new, replacement periodical titled RV. The new magazine, from Camping World and CEO Marcus Lemonis, is pretty — lots of photos and a snappy layout. But the content is aimed squarely at...
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May 7, 2021
Johnson Outdoors’ Quarterly Sales Climb 26 Percent
Johnson Outdoors Inc. reported earnings rose 36.3 percent in the second quarter ended April 2 on a 26 percent sales gain. Total company net sales in the second quarter surged 26 percent year over year to $206.2 million, versus $163.1 million in the prior year’s fiscal quarter due to Fishing,...
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May 6, 2021
Over 6,000 BC camping reservations cancelled since travel ban announced
More than 6,000 camping reservations in British Columbia are now cancelled following the province’s travel ban. The Ministry of Environment says over 6,000 camping reservations from April 19 until the end of the order on May 25 have been cancelled. Approximately 22,000 reservations were made as of April 19, meaning...
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May 6, 2021
Sequoia tree found still smoldering from 2020 wildfire in Sequoia National Park
Crews in California say they found a giant sequoia tree that appeared to be still smoldering from a wildfire in Sequoia National Park last year. National Parks Traveler
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May 5, 2021
GCI Outdoor Acquired By MacNeill Pride Group
MacNeill Pride Group (MPG) has acquired GCI Outdoor (GCI), the designer of portable outdoor recreation equipment. GCI’s product range includes portable camping chairs, camp kitchens, waterside chairs and recliners, and other outdoor gear. SGB Media
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May 5, 2021
RV Retailer, LLC Announces the Acquisition of Marlin Ingram RV in Alabama
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., May 5, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- RV Retailer, LLC ("RVR") announced the acquisition of Marlin Ingram RV, one of the premier Tiffin dealerships in the U.S. located in Alabama. The transaction was completed in April. Jon Ferrando, Chief Executive Officer and President of RVR stated, "We are pleased to expand into Alabama with...
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May 5, 2021
Camping World Announces Deal to Acquire Hilmerson RV in Minnesota
Camping World Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: CWH) (“Camping World”), America’s Recreation Dealer, today announced the expansion of its business presence in the Minnesota market with an agreement to acquire Hilmerson RV in Little Falls. The acquisition is expected to close in early summer 2021. The company currently has operating dealerships, agreements...
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May 5, 2021
Ford Advances EV Van Plans with US First
The first European customer trials of the new E-Transit - the EV version of the world's best selling cargo van - will soon be under way, the automaker announced as its US unit launched a new information website ahead of opening order books this summer. Just Auto
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May 5, 2021
Outdoor retailers struggle to keep up with demand for camping equipment ahead of second COVID-19 summer
Outdoor retailers say consumers are shopping much earlier than they used to to avoid being disappointed by sold out items, as demand grows for equipment and manufacturers struggle with shipping issues and shortages in materials. The Globe and Mail