Huge OEM’s CEO Drops Salary to Zero
April 7, 2020
The head of the RV industry’s largest manufacturer has given himself what is likely the industry’s largest executive pay cut.
Economy
Final Pre-Coronavirus Economic Snapshot Shows GDP Growth
April 7, 2020
Real gross domestic product (GDP) increased in 48 states and the District of Columbia in the fourth quarter of 2019, according to statistics released today by the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
RV Dealer Among First to Get Paycheck Protection Loan
April 7, 2020
The first wave of RV dealers to apply for forgivable SBA loans under the CARES Act’s Paycheck Protection Program have begun getting their checks.
Elkhart Might Weather This Downturn Better Than Others
April 6, 2020
While previous recessions have hit Elkhart hard, the RV capital might be uniquely positioned to weather the COVID-19 downturn better than other cities.
Businesses Can Now Apply for Paycheck Protection Loans
April 3, 2020
Eligible businesses can apply for Paycheck Protection Program small business loans to cover qualified payroll costs including rent, utilities and interest on mortgage and other debt obligations.
RVIA: USMCA Free Trade Deal Delayed
April 2, 2020
The United States-Mexico-Canada Free Trade Agreement will not take effect by June 1, after officials in the three countries failed to meet a necessary deadline this past Tuesday.
RVIA: Five Things RV Industry Should Know about New Stimulus
March 30, 2020
On Friday, March 27, the U.S. House of Representatives passed a “Phase 3” economic stimulus package: the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act.
New Tariff Exclusions Issued Amid COVID-19 Commotion
March 26, 2020
On March 26, the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) will publish its latest announcement of a new round of exclusions covering a broad range of products on List 3 of the Section 301 tariff action.
Hoosiers Must Stay Home
March 24, 2020
Indiana has joined the growing list of states issuing stay-at-home orders to prevent the spread of COVID-19. In an address to the state Monday, March 23, Gov. Eric Holcomb asked Hoosiers…
Dealers Get COVID-19 Loans, Legal Advice on Sick Leave
March 23, 2020
The Small Business Administration will work directly with state governors to provide targeted, low-interest loans to small businesses severely impacted by COVID-19. New paid sick leave legislation takes effect April 2.
Small Business Economic Injury Loans Available for Some States, Counties
March 19, 2020
SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) applications are now available online for small businesses in Indiana and many other states and counties. The SBA EIDL program can provide low-interest loans of up to $2 million…
Opinion: How the Coronavirus Is Impacting Global Trade
March 13, 2020
The economy has taken a huge toll in recent weeks with stock markets tumbling and uncertainties around every corner. Both domestic and global economies are waiting to see just how far reaching the impact…
