NHTSA Issues RV Recalls
February 24, 2020
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issues recalls for Daimler Vans USA, Forest River and Triple E Recreational Vehicles…
RV Manufacturing
Statistical Surveys Names Jayco’s Jay Flight No. 1 Travel Trailer
February 18, 2020
For the 15th consecutive year, Jayco’s Jay Flight travel trailer has been named the best-selling travel trailer in North America according to the most recent data released by Statistical Surveys.
NHTSA Issues Recalls for KZ Recreational Vehicles
February 17, 2020
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has issues the following RV recall: KZ Recreational Vehicles is recalling certain 2020 Connect SE trailers.
Keystone Introduces High-performance, Water-resistant RV Floor
February 14, 2020
Keystone RV Innovation Lab has commercialized Hyperdeck, a high-performance and water-resistant RV floor construction. The new floors are now in production in the company’s Bullet, Passport, Premier..
AL-KO Debuts Electric-driven Chassis for Towable RVs
February 14, 2020
RV chassis builder AL-KO is hard at work on its own electric-driven frame for towables; the prototype works with towables weighing up to 7,000 pounds. AL-KO is also developing an electrified motorhome chassis that creates a plug-in hybrid motorhome.
Floods Suspend Manufacturing at 2 of 10 Keystone RV Oregon Plants
February 10, 2020
Rain and melting snow in eastern Oregon have resulted in some flooding at Keystone RV Co.’s manufacturing facilities in Pendleton, Oregon.
NHTSA Issues Forest River Recalls
February 10, 2020
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued the following vehicle recalls: Forest River is recalling certain of its 2020 Freedom Express, Salem, Stealth EVO, Vibe, Wildcat Maxx and Wildwood…
Airstream Experimental Designs Include Electric Motors on Trailer Axles
February 7, 2020
Airstream is experimenting with mounting an electric motor on the trailer’s axle, which could power the rear wheels and provide extra driving force while towing.
NHTSA Issues Recalls for Forest River and Keystone RV Units
February 3, 2020
The National Highway Safety Transportation Administration (NHTSA) issued recalls for certain Forest River and Keystone RVs in February 2020.
U.S. Expands Steel, Aluminum Tariffs
January 31, 2020
The White House recently issued a new proclamation expanding steel and aluminum tariffs to include products where steel and aluminum comprise two-thirds or more of the value of the good.
Oregon Judge Says RV Manufacturers, Not Suppliers Responsible for Faulty Units
January 31, 2020
The trial law firm Markowitz Herbold PC, representing Robert Roblin against Newmar Corporation, has won a partial summary judgement. The precedent set by Judge Michael J. McShane in the U.S. District Court for…
Thor Industries Forms Hymer USA to Revolutionize RV Manufacturing
January 30, 2020
Thor Industries has formed Hymer USA, a new subsidiary focused on producing and marketing RVs utilizing European manufacturing practices, automation and control standards—a first for North America’s RV industry. Hymer USA will be based in Bristol, Indiana, with initial product availability expected in the fourth quarter of calendar year 2020…
