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  • Video: The Entegra Coach Aspire 44D is Pure Class A Luxury

    For many RVers, a luxury Class A model is the ultimate option, offering upscale amenities and outstanding comfort in a vehicle that can be driven to the campsite. And if you’re looking for the perfect example of what these motorhomes have to offer, just push play on the video above. It takes us on a tour of the Entegra Coach Aspire 44D, a luxury diesel pusher that has to be seen to be believed.

    What makes the Entegra Coach Aspire such a special vehicle? Well, for starters, it rides on a Spartan K2 chassis equipped with a Cummins L9 turbocharged diesel engine that puts out 450 horsepower and an astounding 1,250 lb.-ft. of torque. This gives the driver all of the control and confidence they need when rolling down the highway, with features like Bilstein shocks, ABS braking systems, and an air leveling system enhancing comfort and safety.

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    All of those features are great when you’re driving, but it’s when you arrive at the campground that the Aspire truly reveals what makes it so special. Inside, this rig is like a luxury apartment on wheels. The standard 44D floor plan has 1.5 baths, an open and spacious living area complete with powered theater seating, and a large hide-a-bed couch, as well as a 50” Samsung 4K TV on a televator lift. The nearby kitchen includes a two-burner induction cooktop, solid-surface counters, a microwave that doubles as an air fryer, and a residential refrigerator. And for those who aren’t fans of the post-meal clean-up, this RV even comes with a dishwasher.

    Further back, you’ll discover an absolutely massive bedroom suite that features a king-size bed, built-in nightstands and wardrobes, and a ceiling fan. A 43” Samsung smart TV and Bose sound system provide entertainment, while a full-size bathroom, complete with shower, sink, and toilet, sits just beyond. But that isn’t all, as further back is an enormous walk-in closet with additional storage and washer and dryer.

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    As is often the case with a luxury RV, simply listing stats and features isn’t enough to do it justice. Check out the video above to get a sense of how much room this coach has to offer and to see the high-quality furnishings and materials that were used in its construction. You’ll be impressed by the design and look of this beautiful Class A model, which has everything you could ask for in a motorhome, and then some.

    And when you’re ready to learn more about the Entegra Coach Aspire, head over to entegracoach.com for a full rundown of its features, specs, and options.

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  • California Ease Back on Some Planned Environmental Regulations

    It seems California may be backing away from moving ahead with some of its recent regulations designed to curb vehicle emissions. According to the Associated Press, the California Air Resources Board (CARB) withdrew a request to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) last week that would have given it more latitude when it comes to cracking down on diesel-powered trains and semi-trucks. The move comes just as the Trump administration is set to take office, which will likely lead to a dramatic shift in national policy when it comes to protecting the environment and natural resources.

    The regulations that CARB withdrew from EPA consideration were passed in 2023 with the expressed goal of banning the sale of new diesel locomotives and semi-trucks by 2036. With those rules, the state hoped to incentivize a move towards zero-emissions vehicles—or ZEVs—with electric trains and trucks replacing diesel models. A second set of regulations that looked to phase out all locomotive engines over 23 years old by 2030 was also withdrawn.

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    Because these regulations went beyond those set forth by the EPA itself, a waiver was required from that agency was required for California to proceed with its plans. Had President Biden won a second term, it is likely these new guidelines would have received the necessary approval. However, based on his first term in office, President Trump isn’t as likely to throw his support behind these environmental efforts, hence the reason the regulations were withdrawn from consideration.

    To be clear, the regulations that CARB withdrew from EPA review have nothing to do with the Advanced Clean Trucks (ACT) which we covered extensively in a recent article. Those regulations were approved by the EPA in December and place restrictions on the use of diesel-powered truck chassis, which has a direct impact on RV manufacturers and RV dealers. Those rules officially went into effect on January 1 and remain in place as of this writing.

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    That said, CARB’s willingness to be flexible in its approach to its regulations could be a good sign for the future. The board has repeatedly indicated that it wanted to work with RV manufacturers and other commercial entities to find a smart way forward that makes sense for everyone. At the end of the day, California is looking to protect the environment and promote ongoing business ventures at the same time. As noted in our previous article on this topic, it isn’t banning the sale of new RVs outright. Instead, it is trying to create a smarter, more sustainable way forward for everyone involved. Navigating that way forward remains a major challenge, however.

    We’ll continue to keep a close eye on this topic and provide updates as they come our way.

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