Camping and RV News and Press Releases
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January 9, 2023
The Range of Light National Monument Would Link Yosemite and Sequoia–Kings Canyon National Parks
Thousands of acres in California’s Sierra National Forest have been proposed as a national monument. Many argue that the protection is crucial for wildlife, the environment, and wilderness recreation. But it will face stiff opposition. Outside Online
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January 6, 2023
The Most-Visited Campgrounds Of 2022, According To RV LIFE Trip Wizard
RV LIFE Pro users have left reviews for thousands of parks and resorts across the country. A lot of parks achieved scores that ranged between medium and good, but there are a few camping destinations that definitely stood out from the pack! This information comes directly from travelers who use...
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January 6, 2023
Wholesale RV Values Mixed as Winter Intensifies
“Taking a closer look at the markets, we see that the average selling price for motorized units was $68,565 which is up $6,495 (10.4%) from the previous month. Towables came in at $18,529, down $1,658 (8.2%) from last month. One year ago, the average motorhome sold for $79,270 and the...
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January 6, 2023
Cortes Campers’ Deal with Pete’s RV Expands Market by Six States
US Lighting Group, makers of Cortes Campers, said it has signed Pete’s RV Center as a Cortes dealership that will carry the fiberglass RV travel trailers in Vermont, Massachusetts, Connecticut, Indiana, South Carolina and Maine. Pete’s RV Center has been in business selling travel trailers, fifth wheels, and motorhomes for...
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January 4, 2023
RVIA Adds VP Government Affairs
The RV Industry Association (RVIA) tapped Jason Rano, a senior government relations executive with over 18 years of experience in legislative and regulatory initiatives, as VP of government affairs, effective immediately. Reporting directly to RVIA President and CEO Craig Kirby, Rano is responsible for “promoting and protecting the RVIA member interests...
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January 3, 2023
Land Rover’s New Electric Defender May Arrive in 2026, Report Says
Land Rover plans to push heavily into EVs by the decade's end. That push will include electric variants of every model, including the new Defender. A report from AutoExpress, citing knowledge from Land Rover insiders, offers some further details on what to expect from the electric Defender, which should debut...
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January 3, 2023
A warning sign has been flashing red: How weak RV sales could mean a 2023 recession
A slump in recreational vehicle sales has long been considered an early warning sign of a broader economic downturn because an RV is such a discretionary, big-ticket purchase. It thus reflects a shift in the mood of the American consumer before other types of spending, the theory goes. And consumption...
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January 3, 2023
Horizon Global Announces Agreement with First Brands Group
PLYMOUTH, Mich.--Horizon Global Corporation (NYSE: HZN) (“Horizon Global”), one of the world’s leading manufacturers of branded towing and trailering equipment, today announced it has entered into a definitive merger agreement with First Brands Group, LLC (“First Brands”), a global automotive parts manufacturer that serves the worldwide automotive aftermarket, pursuant to...
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December 30, 2022
The RV Industry Started To Move In A Good Direction For EVs In 2022
While camping in a tent can be a lot of fun, the temperature swings, the lack of a bathroom, and not having a mattress like you have at home can all make the experience a lot less exciting for many people. Having a travel trailer to carry along can give...
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December 30, 2022
5 Best Budget-Friendly Campers for Outdoor Adventurers in 2023 (Under $10,000)
Campers are amazing at helping us get in touch with the natural world outside our cities. But most folks don't want to spend an arm and a leg just to own a mobile bedroom and kitchen, so, to kick off this list of the top five campers under $10K. Auto...
