RV And Motorhome News

1,000 turn out to celebrate John Crean’s life (Orange County Register)
John Crean, who became a multimillionaire in the recreational vehicle business and donated much of his wealth to charity, was buried after a service at the Crystal Cathedral today, one week after dying of heart disease at 81.

First day of RV show attracts record number (Lansing State Journal)
EAST LANSING - Although Michigan’s economy remains shaky, the interest in recreational vehicles is high.

DEATHS (Tucson Citizen)
Muller Edmund Berry , 85, Jan. 2, mechanic. Abbey Funeral Chapel. Donald L. Breon , 75, Jan. 7, recreational vehicle technician. Abbey Funeral Chapel.

RVing tapping a younger crowd (St. Petersburg Times)
The boating industry is sinking and auto sales are slowing, but the RV business seems to be sitting pretty. The country��s biggest recreational vehicle show opens today at the Florida State Fairgrounds.

Extended tour shocks Guard brass, troops (Pioneer Press)
It was “like finding out from your neighbor that your daughter’s pregnant,” Lt. Col. Bill Lieder said Friday, describing how he and other Minnesota National Guard troops learned a week after their families that they would serve an additional 125 days in Iraq instead of returning home.

Nation’s Largest RV Retailer, FreedomRoads, Names Craig Jensen President of RV Dealership Group (The Auto Channel)
LINCOLNSHIRE, Ill.–The nation’s largest RV retailer, FreedomRoads, LLC, today announced it has named Craig Jensen President of its RV Dealership Group. Jensen will transition from his current position as West Division President.

Organic Hobby Releases Round-Vernian FAM-RV-L7 ��Dillfam�� and Mecha Action Series ��Goldran�� (Anime News Network)
Organic Hobby, Inc in conjunction with CM’s Corporation proudly introduces its two new product for the U.S. market, Round-Vernian FAM-RV-L7 ��Dillfam�� and Mecha Action Series ��Goldran.��

RV, travel and camper show under way (The Grand Rapids Press)
Camping is the all-American story, especially “auto-camping” as it was called in the early 20th century, according to historian David Woodworth. You could pack your family up and see America. You could travel the country from sea to shining sea.

Cole does it all for RV (Courier-Post)
It took an extra period and a record-setting performance from Chelsea Cole, but the Rancocas Valley High School girls’ basketball team finally beat Willingboro.

Event: ‘2007 Family RV Show’ (City Pulse)
The Family RV Show is considered to be the premier show of the year for campers and travelers. Over 150 units will be on display, with five dealers present.

1,000 turn out to celebrate John Crean’s life (Orange County Register)
John Crean, who became a multimillionaire in the recreational vehicle business and donated much of his wealth to charity, was buried after a service at the Crystal Cathedral today, one week after dying of heart disease at 81.

Crime and Punishment (Hartford Advocate)
There��s an old saying in recreational drug circles that advises you should always know your dealer. Here��s evidence that it may be true.

RVing tapping a younger crowd (St. Petersburg Times)
The boating industry is sinking and auto sales are slowing, but the RV business seems to be sitting pretty. The country��s biggest recreational vehicle show opens today at the Florida State Fairgrounds.

Frame and Alignment Tech Training Clinic Deadline is March 7 (TruckingInfo.com)
1/16/2007 The registration deadline is March 7 for the American Council of Frame and Alignment Specialists’ (ACOFAS) technician training clinic called ��Recreational Vehicle Steering and Handling Enhancements.�� Scheduled March 28 and 29 in Elk River, Minn., the program is limited to 36 technicians.

Crime coverage! Read the latest details on the most recent shooting in downtown London (London Free Press)
OAKVILLE — A six-week strike has ended with below-inflation pay raises and greater management power to fire and hire at the Glendale International Corp. recreational vehicle division in Strathroy.

RV show kicks off at DeVos - WOOD-TV

Local RV Show - WLNS

Winter Texans target RV tax - Brownsville Herald

Workhorse Displays UFO at Florida RV Supershow - MotorHome Magazine

Victim of shooting identified as RV man - Ukiah Daily Journal

Event: ‘2007 Family RV Show’ (City Pulse)
The Family RV Show is considered to be the premier show of the year for campers and travelers. Over 150 units will be on display, with five dealers present.

2007 Florida RV Supershow kicks off today (Tampa Bay’s 10)
Tampa, Florida - The Florida RV Trade Association hosts their largest annual event held indoors and outdoors throughout the Fairgrounds. More than 1,300 brand new 2007 recreational vehicles in all sizes and price ranges are on display and for sale.

City to consider new RV rules (Pasadena Star-News)
GLENDORA - A small but active group of RV owners is gearing up for an expected clash with the city over where they can park recreational vehicles. The problem is, even months after recommendations were sent to the City Council, officials have yet to take up the issue.

Victim of shooting identified as RV man (Ukiah Daily Journal)
The Mendocino County Sheriff’s Office has identified Corey Coleman Gray, 44, of Redwood Valley, as the victim in Sunday night’s homicide on the Cahto Reservation near Laytonville.

RV Crackdown at Monument Walmart (KKTV 11 Colorado Springs)
For years, the Walmart chain has served as an oasis to roving R-Vers, but that may be about to change in one Colorado town. RV enthusiasts have made the popular discounter a regular stop as they criss-cross the country.

Valle Vista Fire Under Investigation (CBS 2 Los Angeles)
A fire in Valle Vista that destroyed a garage and a recreational vehicle and heavily damaged a single-story brick home on Monday is currently under investigation.

Frame and Alignment Tech Training Clinic Deadline is March 7 (TruckingInfo.com)
1/16/2007 The registration deadline is March 7 for the American Council of Frame and Alignment Specialists’ (ACOFAS) technician training clinic called ��Recreational Vehicle Steering and Handling Enhancements.�� Scheduled March 28 and 29 in Elk River, Minn., the program is limited to 36 technicians.

Crime coverage! Read the latest details on the most recent shooting in downtown London (London Free Press)
OAKVILLE — A six-week strike has ended with below-inflation pay raises and greater management power to fire and hire at the Glendale International Corp. recreational vehicle division in Strathroy.

Singapore Retail Sales In November Rise 7.9 PCT Yr-On-Yr (Asia Pulse via Yahoo!7 News)
Singapore’s retail sales index jumped 7.9 per cent in November over the previous year, driven by a sharp increase in motor vehicle and clothing sales, the Department of Statistics reported on Monday.

SINGAPORE RETAIL SALES IN NOVEMBER RISE 7.9 PCT YR-ON-YR (Asia Pulse via Yahoo!7 Finance)
Automotive Singapore’s retail sales index jumped 7.9 per cent in November over the previous year, driven by a sharp increase in motor vehicle and clothing sales, the Department of Statistics reported on Monday.

Valle Vista Fire Under Investigation (CBS 2 Los Angeles)
A fire in Valle Vista that destroyed a garage and a recreational vehicle and heavily damaged a single-story brick home on Monday is currently under investigation.

Council to act on van policy (The Oneida Daily Dispatch)
ONEIDA - Common Council will consider passage of the senior van transportation policy and setting a public hearing for the amended vehicle and traffic ordinance for recreational vehicles at its meeting Tuesday.

Crime coverage! Read the latest details on the most recent shooting in downtown London (London Free Press)
OAKVILLE — A six-week strike has ended with below-inflation pay raises and greater management power to fire and hire at the Glendale International Corp. recreational vehicle division in Strathroy.

Blaze hits home in Valle Vista (The Press-Enterprise)
FIRE: Crews knock down the flames in about an hour. Authorities are investigating the cause.

Candidates Stump in South Carolina (R News)
Democratic candidates for president used Martin Luther King Jr. Day to appeal to African-American voters. Senators Christopher Dodd and Joseph Biden were among those who spent the day in areas with large African-American populations.

Nation’s Largest RV Retailer, FreedomRoads, Names Craig Jensen President of RV Dealership Group (The Auto Channel)
LINCOLNSHIRE, Ill.–The nation’s largest RV retailer, FreedomRoads, LLC, today announced it has named Craig Jensen President of its RV Dealership Group. Jensen will transition from his current position as West Division President.

RV Crackdown at Monument Walmart (KKTV 11 Colorado Springs)
For years, the Walmart chain has served as an oasis to roving R-Vers, but that may be about to change in one Colorado town. RV enthusiasts have made the popular discounter a regular stop as they criss-cross the country.

Monument Considers Limiting RV Parking (CBS4 Denver)
Town trustees in Monument are considering an ordinance restricting RV parking in retailers’ lots, with one trustee saying multiple RVs outside a store look unsightly.

RV owners keep on truckin’; gas prices aren’t a deterrent (BizJournals)
Recreational vehicle owners in Colorado haven’t let higher gas prices keep them from hauling the family to kids’ soccer tournaments or to mountain ski areas.

Directory of RV Services at Truck Stops Now Available at RVbookstore.com (PR Web via Yahoo! News)
Edmonds, WA (PRWeb) January 15, 2007 — The 2007 RVers Friend directory is now available at RVbookstore.

Monument may restrict or stop free RV parking at Wal-Mart - Colorado Springs Gazette

RV and Boat Show at Trademart - WLBT-TV

RV still undefeated, sink Pirates by 13 - phillyBurbs.com

Fleetwood RV founder, John Crean dies at 81 - Napa Valley Register

Make Way for Innovation - Press-Enterprise (subscription)

Ford, Airstream celebrate wanderlust (MSNBC)
Airstream��s President and CEO Bob Wheeler talks about the thinking behind the Ford Airstream concept vehicle shown at this year��s Detroit auto show.

Lovers of the open road, large vehicles rally (Palm Springs and Coachella Valley Local News and Guides)
Some ask why - RV enthusiasts ask why not? “That’s what people want to know,” said Don Moore, president of the Family Motor Coach Association, which organized this week’s recreational vehicle rally in Indio.

Planning Commission approves zoning changes (The Beatrice Daily Sun)
Recommendations defining recreational vehicle parks and allowing campgrounds and RV parks in flood plains lying in areas zoned as Agriculture 3 were unanimously approved Thursday afternoon by the Gage County Planning Commission.

New sticks score points overseas (The Ottawa Sun)
Sat, January 13, 2007 New sticks score points overseas By ANNE HOWLAND What started out as a plan for one family to help their son serving in Afghanistan has turned into a way for the rest of the country to support the Canadian troops. Flaro Hockey in Martintown, longtime makers of Flarrow hockey sticks, has made quite a splash creating and selling a red recreational hockey stick with the logo …

District Heights Fire Kills 54-Year-Old Man (NBC4 Washington, D.C.)
A 54-year-old man is discovered dead inside a recreational vehicle that caught fire in District Heights, Md.