Uploaded July 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

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With smart meters more available and power rates rising, are campgrounds going to stop including the cost of electricity in your nightly stay? Jason takes a look at the issues involved. Plus misconceptions about RV manufacturers eliminating propane, and debunking some misleading headlines. In the interview portion, Remote Vans CEO Daryn Hillhouse joins us, along with new President Andrew Cooley, to talk about RV quality, pricing pressures, dealer relationships, and improving the customer buying and service experience.

The full PBS interview: youtube.com/watch?v=Obai1aNf-u8

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00:00 Intro
03:49 Campground Power Fees
08:48 Sponsor
09:34 Propane Removal Trend
15:33 Tank Check
17:52 Remote Vans Interview
52:32 Wrap Up And Thanks