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During Industry Day on Tuesday, Sept. 15, RVBusiness had the chance to speak with Ember RV Founder, VP & COO Chris Barth about the Touring 2850.
This episode of OEM Showcase is brought to you by the RV Component Expo, happening Oct. 14 & 15 from 8 a.m. - 4 p.m., and Oct. 16 from 8 a.m. - 1 p.m.
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The four discuss the company's rapid growth, and plans for the future.
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The five inductees from the RV industry were: Bob Been, Brian Brady, Dr. Richard Curtin, Garry Enyart and Bill Sheffer.
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Hillhouse and Cooley also share their thoughts on the state of the market, and what sets the adventure van segment apart from other units on the market.
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Tentations is a luxury hospitality suite built on a road legal trailer platform. The unit expands from a fully enclosed trailer into a 430 square foot living space in under 15 minutes and can be guest ready in as little as one to two hours.
Its flexible interior design allows it to be configured as anything from a spacious one bedroom luxury suite to a multi bedroom accommodation unit capable of sleeping up to 16 guests. Depending on the selected layout and furnishings, the unit can comfortably accommodate anywhere from 2 to 16 people.
Even when equipped with a full kitchen and spa inspired bathroom, the unit weighs approximately 6,900 pounds and can carry an additional 7,100 pounds of cargo. The unit is towable by a quarter ton to one ton truck and requires no special licensing.
Constructed from advanced composite materials that will not rot, rust, or corrode, Tentations is engineered for durability in a wide range of environments. Combined with its insulated soft wall system and three 15,000 BTU A/Cs with heating and cooling, the unit is designed to perform in temperatures ranging from approximately -65 degrees F to 120 degrees F.
If anyone would like to learn more about Tentations, they can contact Danna Segall, co-founder, at danna@gotentations.com or 786-252-4445. Visit mentations at their website: gotentations.com.
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Wendland and his wife are prolific writers, and one would be hard-pressed to find someone with a better pulse on the consumer side of the industry. Wendland shares his perspective on the state of the industry, including what he calls a "disconnect" between manufacturers and some of their biggest fans.
Plus, why Wendland says RVing keeps people alive longer.
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To learn more, visit NPAuctions.com, or email Matt at Mamata@NPAuctions.com.
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The four discuss the state of the industry in Canada, including a look at the common troubles plaguing average Canadians and Americans, and how RVing helps them find a bit of happiness in every-day life.
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Gulf Stream Coach, the largest family owned RV manufacturer since 1983, is celebrating 43 years in business. Gulf Stream designers said they opened the living space without abandoning the engineering the company is known for.
"We have the 'Cradle of Strength' foundation, which improves the structural integrity of the chassis," said Buckman.
Buckman said Gulf Stream Coach's ability to quickly take dealer and customer feedback to make a good product.
"We answer to Main Street, not Wall Street," said Buckman. "The 6215LE has features that show that."
As previously reported, (see: Gulf Stream Coach ‘Betting On’ Conquest 6215LE Class C) Gulf Stream President Phil Sarvari attributes the breakout success of the 6215LE to the company’s independent, family-operated roots, which allows the builder to pivot quickly to what consumers are actually asking for on the lot.
“For 43 years, our design philosophy has been anchored by functionality and unmatched value,” Sarvari said. “When dealers and retail customers walk through the 6215LE, they immediately recognize the quality. It proves you don’t have to be the biggest coach in the campground to offer the best experience. It is a small package that delivers massive quality, features, and an incredible price.”
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To the delight of the audience, the two confidently said they have at least 10 more years in them.
“The good news for us is we got a fairly young team that has a lot of runway in front of us,” Coley said, later adding that it was “good to hear that question. It's always good, as I mentioned at the very beginning, to go back to our roots to make sure that we're staying true to what we originally said on Day One. Ryan and I are both relatively young. We feel like we can run for a lot longer. I'm talking 10-plus years.”
The question came during the Q&A portion of the 7th annual Alliance RV Rally, which is officially underway at the Elkhart County 4-H Fairgrounds in Goshen, Ind. Coley and Ryan Brady kicked off the first day with their annual address to the owners of the 375 Alliance-branded rigs at the campground, which was followed by about a dozen questions from the audience.
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Held Thursday, May 21 at the Northern Indiana Event Center at the RV/MH Hall of Fame in Elkhart, Ind., the event was hosted by RVBusiness and facilitated by B.J. Thompson Associates.
The 2026 RV Industry Power Breakfast was sponsored by Airxcel Inc., Cummins Inc., Dometic, Forest River Inc., Genesis Products, Kampgrounds of America Inc., RV Dealers Association, RV Industry Association, Spartan RV Chassis, THOR Industries Inc., Wells Fargo DF, and Winnebago Industries.
Presentations included:
• Emcee Gary Sieber, WNDU
• Welcome Remarks from Rick Kessler, RVBusiness
• RVIA Sustainability Committee: Michilah Grimes of Lippert & Mike Gaeddert of Coachmen RV
• Association Panel: Phil Ingrassia of RVDA; Craig Kirby of RVIA; Casey Tubman of Newmar & RV Technical Institute chairman; Renee Jones of THOR Industries & Go RVing co-chair; and Mike Regan of Crestview RV & Go RVing co-chair. Rick Kessler of RVBusiness served as moderator.
• Mike Braun, Governor of Indiana wth Gary Sieber of WNDU serving as moderator.
• Toby O’Rourke, Kampgrounds of America
• Dealer Panel: Loren Baidas of General RV Center; Jon Ferrando of Blue Compass RV; Nathan Hart of Walnut Ridge RV; Ben Hirsch of Campers Inn RV; and Jarrod McGhee of Fun Town RV. Bob Parish, Wells Fargo, served as moderator.
• Economic Report by Mike Antonelli, Baird
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The 2023 breakfast is sponsored by Airxcel Inc., Cummins Inc., Dometic, Forest River Inc., KOA, RVIA, RVDA, Spartan RV Chassis, THOR Industries Inc., Wells Fargo DF, and Winnebago Industries.
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Designed to bring music to the masses, and meet artists where they are, you will learn about this marriage of form and function between two of America's most iconic brands.
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The two are seeking additional volunteers to help this event be a success.
Hosted by the RV Industry Association (RVIA)'s Sustainability Committee, volunteers from all sectors of the industry come together to participate in restoration and enhancement projects for the fairground’s recreation and campground facilities.
This is an exciting opportunity to make a difference in the local community while bringing together all sectors of the RV industry.
Registrants can participate all day or in shifts:
All Day (8:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.)
8:30 – 11:30 a.m.
11:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
2:30 pm. -5:30 p.m.
Please note: The bulk of the project work will be done during the first two shifts with the third shift focused on final finishes and clean-up.
More information, including detailed meetup instructions, will be sent to all volunteers once the number of volunteers and specific project groupings have been finalized.
Volunteers should click here to register for this event.
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In fact, Winnebago first introduced the Arka on April 21 during an invitation-only event at Canterbury Park in Shakopee, Minn., just outside Minneapolis. Canterbury Park is home to horse racing, concerts and other live events, and this summer its grounds are undergoing a major renovation. Winnebago took advantage of this and converted a portion of the construction site into an off-road test track, on which the Arka showed off its rugged capability.
In this video, Winnebago Chief Engineer Kevin McNutt provides commentary while taking Rick Kessler of RVBusiness on a drive down the test track.
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This could be your answer.
In this episode of OEM Showcase, join RVBusiness as we take an up-close look at TrailManor's All-New Sport. A fully-loaded pop-up that easily fits into most garages!
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The four discuss the merger between Escapees and Harvest Hosts, and how it elevates both brands. Plus, how the group is celebrating a special, but overlooked, centennial celebration this year.
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Care Camps Foundation Director of Development Jenna Berneck and RVDA President Phil Ingrassia join Rick Kessler and Sherman Goldenberg to outline this year's competition. Plus, Phil shares highlights of his visit to a Care Camps location in Virginia.
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