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With the big Hershey RV SuperShow underway this weekend, there has been plenty of news this week. With that in mind, let’s jump in and get started:

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• Winnebago Reveals New RVs at Hershey Show: Winnebago made a splash in Hershey by revealing several new models across its multiple brands. For instance, the flagship Winnebago line-up included the popular View and Navion Class C coaches with the popular 24D floor plan. The new Thrive laminated travel trailers also left an impression with their sleek exteriors, modern layouts, and exceptional value for the price point. Redesigned versions of the Access and Micro Minnie travel trailers were also on hand, as was the eye-catching Solitude 414LJMJ model from the Grand Design sister brand. The Lineage Series VT camper van and new Momentum 339M toy hauler are also stand-out models making their debut at the show.

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• East to West Debuts Laminated Towables: East to West made headlines in Hershey with the announcement of a new line of laminated towables. The company, which is a sub-brand of Forest River, announced the Longitude travel trailer line-up, which is offered in six floor plans that feature modern designs, efficient appliances, and good build quality. The laminated construction should ensure durability over time, and the models are light enough to be towed by mid-size pick-ups and SUVs. Find out more here.

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• Newmar Shows Off Freedom Aire and Summit Aire: Like most RV manufacturers, Newmar is in Hershey this week, where the luxury motor coach manufacturer unveiled its new Freedom Aire and Summit Aire models. The first of those rigs is the company’s first foray into the compact Class C market, offering an outstanding array of industry-first features, along with an easier, more approachable driving experience. Meanwhile, the Summit Aire delivers a more traditional Newmar Class C experience, riding on a Freightliner Cascadia chassis with two unique 45′ floor plans and all of the upscale amenities you can expect from this brand.
• REV Group Debuts First Super C Models: REV Recreation Group also got in on the action at the Hershey RV SuperShow this week, announcing its first Super C motorhomes. Those models include the new Fleetwood RV Altitude and the Holiday Rambler Incline, both of which are available in three floor plans. These rigs are built on the Ford F-Series chassis and include such features as a tough coat vacuum-bonded sidewall construction, 30″ entry doors, large showers, and residential-style appliances and furniture.

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• Ember RV and Dragonfly Energy Expand Partnership: In other news coming out of Hershey, Ember RV, and Dragonfly Energy have announced an expansion of their working relationship. The towables manufacturer already uses Dragonfly’s Battle Born Batteries in its units, but now those rigs will come with a minimum of 3,500Wh of storage, expandable up to 7,000Wh. Additionally, the rigs will come with 1,200W of solar panels, a 3,000W inverter, and DC-to-DC charging. The result is an already-great off-grid trailer option getting even better.

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• VanLife Campers Moving to Large Manufacturing Facility: Canadian Class B manufacturer VanLife Campers announced this week that it is moving to a larger facility to help meet the demands for its vehicles. The company says it will move into the new 85,000-square-foot Montreal shop in early 2026, where it will continue its efforts to build 100% electric, self-sufficient camper vans made for four-season adventures. Find out more here.
• RV Life Celebrates 3 Million Subscribers: RV Life—the digital resource built specifically for RVers—announced an impressive milestone this week. The company revealed that it has now reached 3 million members, demonstrating the quality of its benefits. Those benefits include trip planning, RV-specific GPS navigation, campsite discovery, and more. The service costs $19.99/month or $65.00 for the year, with a seven-day free trial available. Find out more here.

That’s all for this week. Seek you next Friday for more news, trends, and information from the RV and camping industries.

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The end of the week is here at last, which means it’s time for our weekly survey of the latest news from the RV and camping industry. With the big Hershey RV Show on the horizon, this week has been the calm before the storm. Still, there is plenty to cover, so let’s dive in.

• Hershey RV SuperShow Starts Next Week: As noted in the intro above, the annual Hershey RV SuperShow officially gets underway next week at the Giant Center in Hershey, PA. For industry folks—think dealers, manufacturers, suppliers, media, etc.—the festivities start on Tuesday, September 9, with the doors opening to the public on Wednesday, September 10, and running through Sunday, September 14. This is one of the flagship RV shows on the calendar each year, with lots of new models and floor plans making their debut. Stay tuned for our post-Hershey coverage coming after the show, and if you need tickets for the event, you can purchase them here.

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• Bluetti Reveals Complete RV Power System, Groundbreaking New Power Station: The 2025 IFA (Innovations For All) expos is taking place in Germany this week, with a slew of new tech products announced. Among the exhibitors at the event are Bluetti, a company that specializes in energy storage and portable power. At the show, the brand announced a couple of exciting new products, including the RV Solar System, which offers a fully-integrated solution that installs in 30 minutes. Perhaps more exciting is the debut of the new Pioneer Na Power Station, which uses a first-of-its-kind sodium-ion battery. This type of power cell performs much better than the current lithium-ion batteries, continuing to function in temperatures as low as -13ºF/-25ºC. That could be a major gamechanger in the EV and RV space, truly making winter camping even more accessible. Watch the Bluetti webpage for more information on these products.
• Thor to Introduce New Motorhomes at Hershey: The Hershey RV Show may still be a few days away, but this week we started to get a glimpse of what to expect there. Thor Motor Coach announced that it will debut new models for the first time, including the Chateau ESpec 19X Class C, the Tellaro Sport 20YS and Palladium 1930 Class B vans, and the Pasadena SV 38DX Super C. Each brings some new things to the table that could be very exciting to buyers. RV Pro has a rundown here.

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• Go RVing Launches “Ultimate Tailgate” Promotion: If you live in the US, you probably know that football season is upon us. Some college teams have been playing for a couple of weeks already, and the NFL kicked off last night with the Dallas Cowboys taking on the Philadelphia Eagles, with more to come this weekend. To celebrate the season, Go RVing has launched the “Ultimate Tailgate” campaign, which includes giving away the chance to “RV like a VIP.” The idea is to let fans choose their dream game day experience, including getting tickets to watch their favorite team play, an RV rental, funds for buying fan apparel, and more. Get all the details—and enter to win—here.
• RV Pro Previews 2026 Model Year RV Models From All Major Manufacturers: With the end of the year in sight, and the aforementioned major RV show on the horizon, most RV manufacturers are now revealing their plans for 2026. To help us sort through everything that is coming, our friends over at RV Pro have published a number of articles this week sharing details from nearly every brand in the RV industry. Those online posts share insights into what Jayco has in the hopper, as well as Thor, Tiffin, Winnebago, Newmar, and more. To get caught up, head over to the RV Pro website and start reading.

• Tiffin Teases New Cornerstone Luxury Diesel Class A Brand: This week, Tiffin gave us a little tease of what to expect from the revived Cornerstone luxury Class A diesel motorhome brand. Originally managed by Entegra Coach, Cornerstone now falls under the Tiffin umbrella, with plans to reveal new models in the coming weeks. In a video posted to YouTube (see above), the company’s president—Leigh Tiffin—tells viewers that we can expect quality, value, and service from the Cornerstone offerings, while going on to emphasize that big things are coming. For now, we’ll have to stay patient to see what they reveal, but expectations are already running high.
• Dragonfly Patents New Charge Controller Technology: Dragonfly continues to expand and innovate in the power and charging space. This week, we received news that the company has received a patent on its Wakespeed charge controller technology, which allows a tow vehicle to recharge the batteries in a trailer while in transit. In the past, these systems were generally limited to 12V power, which is often too slow for larger lithium power cells. But the new tech provides up to 48V of power, greatly decreasing charging times. Find out more here.

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• Staff at Yosemite, Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks Vote to Unionize: We have news from three of California’s national parks this week, as the staff at Yosemite and Sequoia & Kings Canyon have voted to unionize. The vote impacts hundreds of people at those parks, who are looking for some job protections as the Trump Administration’s cuts to the National Park Service go into effect. According to The Guardian, 97% of park workers at those two NPS units voted in favor of unionizing, with more than 600 park rangers, scientists, biologists, photographers, geographers, and others signing up. Read more here.
• Court Strikes Down Tariffs: The ongoing struggle over the Trump Administration’s use of tariffs to tax goods imported to the US hit another bump in the road this week. A federal appeals court has ruled that the White House’s use of the International Emergency Economic Powers Act to enact those tariffs is not legal, upholding the ruling of a lower court from a few months back. On paper, this would invalidate those tariffs, but the court has held off enforcement until October, giving Trump representatives time to appeal the ruling. The President has already asked the Supreme Court to take up the matter.

That’s it for this week. We’ll be back next Friday with another wrap-up of the top news from the RV space.

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Labor Day Weekend is here, which means the unofficial end of summer is upon us. But before we head off for the three-day weekend, we have just enough time to share the biggest news from the RV industry from this past week. Here are a few things you might want to have on your radar.

• Awaken RV Picks Dragonfly Energy: New RV start-up Awaken RV announced this week that it is partnering with Dragonfly Energy as the supplier of its onboard house batteries. The recently launched towable manufacturer was founded by former nüCamp CEO Scott Hubble and is focused on building sleek, modern fiberglass towables. Those rigs will now come with Dragonfly lithium batteries as standard equipment. Find out more about Awaken here.

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• Prime Time RV Announces New Brand Ambassadors and Co-Designed Floor Plan: This week, Prime Time RV—a subsidiary of Forest River—announced that it has signed new brand ambassadors who helped design a new fifth-wheel floor plan. The company has joined forces with RV influencers the Boundless Bronnekes, who helped co-develop the BONUS38 Crusader model. Highlights include a bath-and-a-half layout, three A/C units, bunk beds, a private loft, and more. Find out more here.
• Overland Expo Mountain West Welcomes 18,000 Attendees: Last weekend marked another successful event for the Overland Expo crew, with over 18,000 people attending the OE Mountain West event in Loveland, CO. Those numbers were similar to the 2024 edition of that event, with over half of them indicating they are new to overlanding. Those who were there represented 49 of the US states, along with seven different countries, including 347 exhibitors. The next OE gathering is Overland Expo East, which takes place in Arrington, VA on October 3-5.

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• Ever Overland Announces New Shell Designed for Ford F-550 Chassis: Overlanders looking to build their own expedition vehicles, listen up! Ever Overland, a company dedicated to building monocoque structures for DIY vehicle builds, has announced the new addition to its line-up. The full composite, vacuum-infused Ever Expedition Shell is designed to fit on the Ford F-550 chassis and includes a large four-season inulated tempered-glass skylight, a 75″ x 24″ Euro-style door, an integrated sunscreen, and more. Essentially, the shell serves as the perfect canvas for overlanders to customize their rigs to meet their specific needs. For more information, visit the Ever Overland website.
• Lippert Introduces New Furrion Outdoor TV: Just in time for the start of football season, Lippert has released a new Furrion TV made specifically for use in the outdoors. The Furrion Aurora Partial-Sun 2 4K UHD LED builds on the brand’s previous Aurora Partial Sun models by improving brightness, anti-glare screen coating, image quality, and color output. The TV is powered by webOS, which runs streaming apps natively without the need for an external device. And because it is built for use outdoors, the display is perfect for use in the backyard or at the campsite. Available in 43″, 55″, and 65″ sizes, the new 4K smart TV is available now at the Furrion website and from authorized retailers.

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• Aims Power Launches New Solar Generator: Off-grid energy specialists Aim Power announced the availability of a new solar generator this week. The new unit comes in two flavors—the Portable Solar Generator 3.1 and Portable Solar Generator 5.04—which pack 3075Wh and 5040Wh, respectively. Both are expandable up to 10,000Wh and come with built-in handles and wheels to make them more portable. Fast charging capabilities allow them to power up in under two hours from an AC outlet or solar panels. Built-in charging ports include
  USB-A, USB-C, 20-amp, and 30-amp options. Pricing starts at $3,100. Find out more at the Aim Power website.

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• Coachmen Joins Forces with Bourbon & Bonfire for Charitable Retreats: Coachmen RV and Bourbon & Bonfire are coming together for a good cause. The RV manufacturer, which is also a division of Forest River, announced this week that it was partnering with B&B to create 16 special edition Class A models to serve as VIP accommodations for weekend getaways on Sept. 5-7 and 12-14. The events will take place at Hunters Hot Springs in Springdale, MT, with attendees getting to rub elbows with the cast of Landman, Yellowstone,and Happy Gilmore. RV Pro has the full scoop.
• Upcoming Hearing on Deferred National Park Maintenance will be Live Streamed: Back in 2020, the passage of the Great American Outdoors Act included the authorization of the Legacy Restoration Fund (LRF), which included $6.5 billion allocated to addressing maintenance needs in America’s national parks. The use of those funds has stalled out over the past few years, to the point that the LRF will actually expire at the end of September. In an effort to decide what to do with those funds and further allocate their use, the House Natural Resources Subcommittee will hold a hearing on Friday, Sept. 5 to hopefully free up the money to address the needs of the national parks. That hearing will be live streamed from the Jenny Lake Visitor Center in Grand Teton National Park at 10:00 a.m. MDT. Interested parties can watch here.

That’s a wrap for this week. See you next Friday for another round-up of the biggest news from the RV and camping industries ahead of the big Hershey RV SuperShow.

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We’re rounding out the week in our usual way, with a roundup of the biggest stories from the RV and camping industries. It has been another busy week, so here are a few stories you might want to know about:

• Jayco Reveals All-Electric Class A Embark Model: The era of an all-electric Class A motorhome is drawing closer. This week, Jayco revealed a new model called the Embark, which rides on a chassis co-developed by Thor and Harbinger Motors. The rig has an all-electric range of 110 miles but comes with a gas-powered range extender that allows it to go up to 500 miles without stopping. Numbers similar to what we saw last year from the Thor Test Vehicle. The Jayco e-RV is expected to go into limited production next year and carry a price tag of about $460,000. Pricey, but also cutting-edge tech that will eventually come down in cost. For more info, check out the excellent coverage from RV Business.

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• Airstream and E-Bike Manufacturer Tern Partner on Two New Bike Models: It’s no secret that e-bikes are extremely popular with RVers, offering a fun and efficient way to get around without towing or driving a coach or trailer. This week, iconic travel trailer manufacturer Airstream announced that it is partnering with Tern to build two special edition e-bike models. Those include the Airstream x Tern HSD P5I and the Airstream x Tern Vektron S10. Both bikes use industry-leading Bosch drive systems and high-quality parts to keep maintenance to a minimum. The S10 is a folding model, which makes it easy to store and carry, while the P5I offers improved performance in power and range. Both make great options for cruising the campground, running errands, and exploring new destinations. Find out more about these Airstream e-bikes here.

• Overland Expo Mountain West Takes Place This Weekend: It’s another big weekend for overlanders, particularly those in Loveland, CO. That’s where Overland Expo Mountain West 2025 will take place this weekend, running from Friday, August 22, to Sunday, August 24. Tickets are on sale now, with hundreds of overlanding-focused vendors on hand, dozens of seminars and lectures to attend, food, music, and other attractions. Find out more here.

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• RV Pro has Tips for Getting Your RV Off-Road Ready: If you do attend Overland Expo Mountain West this weekend, and come home thinking you want to give this overlanding thing a try, RV Pro is here to help. This week, the website shared some tips for getting your rig off-road ready, with options for Class A, B, and C models, as well as towables. The article offers recommended upgrades, along with things to consider as you ponder leaving the tarmac behind.
• Airstream and Dragonfly Further Strengthen Their Partnership: Speaking of Airstream, this week lithium battery manufacturer Dragonfly Energy announced that the two companies are expanding their ties. For 2026, Airstream will include Battle Born Batteries as standard equipment in its Interstate and Atlas Class B models. This comes after the two brands have worked closely in the past, and Dragonfly’s power cells have proven powerful, reliable, and long-lasting. Read more at RV News.

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• Hipcamp Announces Best Places to Camp in the US for 2025: Online campsite discovery platform Hipcamp has released its top picks for places to camp in the US for 2025. The list consists of the top destinations on the website itself, which includes a database of more than 120,000 campsites. Keeping that number in mind, it’s impressive that they’ve whittled it down to 500 places, which is plenty for anyone to choose from. Check them all out here.

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• Forest River Launches “Lost Pines” Premium Destination Trailer Brand: Destination trailers have become one of the fastest-growing segments of the RV industry in recent years, and Forest River has led the charge in that space. This week, the company announced a new high-end line of trailers under the “Lost Pines” banner that looks to further capitalize on its success. This sub-brand brings two floor plans—dubbed Sequoia and Hemlock—that promise luxurious interiors, spacious living rooms, island kitchens, and more. The Sequoia model is even said to come with a dedicated workstation for those who can work from anywhere. The new models will debut at the upcoming Hershey RV Show in a few weeks.
• Renogy Announces New Solid-State Batteries and Touts Solar Panel Sales: If you’re looking to upgrade your RV’s house batteries, you may want to take a look at what Renogy has to offer. This week, the company announced it has begun shipping its Lithium 2.0 solid-state batteries. Solid-state power cells bring some distinct advantages over regular lithium batteries, including being safer, offering better energy density and faster charging, and a longer lifespan. Additionally, Renogy noted that it is now selling more than 4,000 of its ShadowFlux solar panels per month as more RVers convert to solar power or upgrade existing systems.

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• Jalopnik Profiles the Toyota Coaster RV: While we mainly focus on the RV market in North America here at RV.com, we occasionally catch a glimpse of an overseas model that is just too cool to pass up. Such was the case this week when automobile-focused website Jalopnik took a look at the Toyota Coaster, a motorized RV that includes features like a queen-size bed, a 6′ tall ceiling, comfy lounges, and more. This particular rig is a 1989 model that was imported to the US and is currently for sale in Florida. Even the exterior design still looks great after all of these years. Check it out here.
• Lippert Founder Passes Away: Finally, sad news this week from RV component manufacturer Lippert. The company shared the news that its founder—Lawrence Lippert—has passed away. Larry, as he was known to his friends, started Lippert Components in 1956, after working for a home builder in Alma, Michigan, after returning home at the end of WWII. For 70 years, the company has been leading the industry by supplying top-notch equipment and parts to OEMs and individual RV, boat, and truck owners. Larry’s legacy continues to live on at the company he founded, and he will be missed by those who knew him. Our condolences to the Lippert family, both immediate and extended.

That’s a wrap for this week. Enjoy the weekend, and we’ll see you here next Friday for another rundown of the latest RV news.

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Can you believe it’s Friday already? That means it’s time for our weekly roundup of all the latest news from the RV and camping industries. Here are the biggest stories from this past week that you might like to know about:

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• Production Begins on Lightship AE.1 Cosmos Edition Electric Travel Trailer: We’ve been following the progress of the all-electric Lightship travel trailer for several years now, and this week the brand hit a major milestone. The company announced that production has started on its AE.1 Cosmos Edition towable, with the first deliveries set to take place before the end of the summer. Additionally, two new models were announced in the form of the AE.1 Atmos and AE.1 Panos editions. These e-trails feature a design that lowers the roof while in transit, making the trailer more aerodynamic in the process. At the campsite, the roof expands back to its full height, providing plenty of room for owners. The rig also includes an electric drive system to assist tow vehicles on the road and 1.8kWh solar panels on the roof to feed power to its all-electric appliances, HVAC, and large house battery array. Learn more on the Lightship website.
• Palomino Has New Puma Fifth-Wheels and Travel Trailers on the Way: With the big Hershey RV Show now just a few weeks away, we’ve entered that time of year when a number of new coaches and towables are announced. This week, the team from Palomino let our friends at RV News know that new Puma models are coming soon. They’ll reportedly come in the form of Mesa and Grand Mesa fifth-wheels and Tracks travel trailers. Details are still a bit sparse, with more to come soon, most likely at the big show. Read more here.

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• Rossmönster Relocating to New Manufacturing Facility: Off-road, overlanding, and adventure vehicle manufacturer Rossmönster is on the move. The company announced a while back that it was moving into a new production site that will allow it to continue to ramp up production and meet increased demands for its trucks and vans. The new manufacturing plant is located in Longmont, CO, and covers 36,000 square feet, offering 20 production bays, advanced equipment, and dedicated design and service areas. Congrats to the Rossmönster team on this big move and all of the success that has made it happen.
• Hipcamp and AllTrails Team Up for Late-Summer Adventures: Sure, the calendar may indicate that it is mid-August, but there is still plenty of summer to enjoy. To prove that point, online campsite and trails discovery platforms Hipcamp and AllTrails have joined forces to launch a list of ten all-in-one late-summer adventures. Each entry includes a brief explanation of what the activity entails, along with a suggestion of three hiking trails to enjoy in the area. Options include catching the Perseids meteor shower, going bird watching, and paddling a river or lake at sunset. Those all sound good to us.

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• House of Highways is Your AI-Powered RV Travel Companion: AI continues to pervade every facet of our lives, including how we travel. This week, a new app called HoH+ from House of Highways launched, bringing some intriguing features along with it. The smartphone software—which is available on iOS and Android—includes a database of more than 45,000 places to stay in an RV, as well as trip planning and RV-friendly GPS navigation. It also comes with a built-in AI named Junie who can assist users with troubleshooting vehicle issues, serve as a guide to destinations they are visiting, and take over the trip planning process. The campground database is available for free, but the full suite of services runs $12/month. Find out more on the HoH website.
• Requirements for Registering an RV as a Primary Residence: Want to live in your RV full-time, but not sure if you can classify it as your primary residence? This week, Jalopnik took a look at what is required to make that happen, and while there are a few hurdles to overcome, it isn’t all that complicated. In a nutshell, you’ll need to let the IRS know that you’re declaring your rig as your home. You’ll also need to establish residency in a state, with some places offering more lax rules than others. You’ll also need a permanent mailing address, and there are a few other important items to consider. Get the full lowdown here.

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• Blue Ox Celebrates 100th Anniversary: 2025 is a significant year for Blue Ox, a company that specializes in RV towing accessories. This year, the company is celebrating its 100th anniversary, marking a century in business. To commemorate the occasion, Blue Ox held a special event for employees, friends, and family at its Nebraska headquarters last Friday. Congratulations to everyone there for this momentous milestone.
• US-China Tariffs Delayed Again: As the Trump Administration’s tariffs have now gone into effect for most countries around the world, this week we learned that the US has once again paused all new tariffs on China. The two countries continue to negotiate a trade deal that is fair for both sides, but so far have not reached a resolution. Those tariffs are now delayed another 90 days, and are now scheduled to begin on November 10.  Read more here.

That’s a wrap for this week. See you next Friday for another edition of our weekly look at the biggest news from the RV industry.

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Friday is finally here, which means the weekend is just around the corner. Before heading off on your next adventure, we have a rundown of the latest news from the RV and camping industry. Here are the biggest stories that you may have missed this week:

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• Thor Motors Reveals 2026 RV Upgrades: We’ve entered that time of the year when the major RV manufacturers start to reveal the big updates and upgrades coming to their vehicles in the coming months. This past week, Thor Motors has been doling out that information over the course of several days, focusing on Class A, B, and C models, along with diesel coaches. We’ve compiled all of those updates into a single article, which you can read here.
• Airstream Shares 2026 Updates, Too: Airstream also got on the new model-year upgrades bandwagon this week, announcing new features coming to its travel trailers in 2026. Every towable in the current line-up is getting a refresh of some degree this year, with many models getting improved air ducts for better airflow and higher-quality backup cameras. The Basecamp gets a substantial update with the X-Package—which includes all-terrain tires, better ground clearance, and more—is now standard across the line. The Globetrotter and Classic get a security camera, while the latter also receives a much-improved couch. Check out the full story here.

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• Grand Design Debuts New Lineage Series M Floor Plan: Grand Design’s foray into the motorized space has been an impressive one, with the Lineage Series M line being especially noteworthy. This week, the company revealed an all-new floor plan that continues the Class C model’s already established legacy for luxury and performance. Highlights of the 25TK layout include an upscale bathroom with a patent-pending AquaHaven rain shower, a bed that converts between two twins and a king, and a full-width rear passthrough cargo bay. Check it out here.

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• Aliner Adds Truck Camper to Its Line-Up: Best known for its innovative and affordable pop-up A-frame towables, Aliner has announced that it is expanding into the truck camper space. This week, the brand announced the arrival of the Switchback, a lightweight (just 375 lbs) slide-in model that utilizes the brand’s A-frame architecture. Features include a full-size bed, lockable storage, and a garage-friendly design. Learn more here.
• Sprinter, Transit, or ProMaster—Which is Best?: If you know anything about camper vans, you probably already know that most are built on either the Mercedes Sprinter or Ford Transit platforms, with a few—but growing—number riding on a Ram ProMaster chassis. So which one is the best option for Class B owners? That’s the age-old question that GearJunkie looked to answer this week. I won’t spoil the results, but will say the final choice came down to which one was easiest to get serviced. Find out which model won out by clicking here.

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• Camper Vans Continue to Be Popular Options: While we’re on the topic of Class B campers, it seems these models continue to be a hot topic. According to RV Trader, these motorized rigs remain at the top of the most-searched list, with Winnebago holding the number one spot. The Flying W is followed by Thor Motors, Roadtrek, Airstream, and Pleasure-Way. Winnebago has three models in the top five searches as well, with the Travato, Solis, and Revel all making the cut.
• New Go RVing Travel Campaign Celebrate America’s 250th Birthday: America’s 250th birthday may not be until next year, but Go RVing is kicking off the celebration early. The organization dedicated to promoting the RV lifestyle has launched a new travel campaign dubbed “RV 2 50” that offers a coast-to-coast adventure with a set of destinations hand-selected to provide an inspirational, historical, and educational look at the US. The campaign includes travel guides for the entire journey, which could take up to six months to complete. Find out more here.

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• Gain Boondocking Skills at Hershey RV Show: Planning on attending the Hershey RV Show? Want to gain new skills and knowledge for boondocking in your RV? You’re in luck because industry veteran and camping expert Dave Helgeson will be on hand conducting seminars. Helgeson will conduct several educational talks focusing on boondocking basics, where to find places to camp, safety, and more. He’ll also give a chat on RV basics, including essential system maintenance, use of individual appliances, and prepping for your first camping trip. Find out more here.
• AEONrv Hits the Road to Showcase New Flagship Model: RV start-up AEONrv is going on a road trip to show off its latest model. The company announced that it will be appearing at a number of events in the coming weeks, allowing interested customers to check out the new rig in person. The brand’s latest camper will be on display at Overland Expo Mountain West in Loveland, Colorado, Aug. 22-24, and wraps up at Overland Expo East in Arrington, Virginia, Oct. 3-5, with several other stops along the way. Check out all of the locations here.

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• RVs in the News: RVing, and the vehicles that make it possible, have gone mainstream. This week, a pair of stories related to the RV space made headlines in non-traditional RV media. Those include a story in Alabama’s Springfield News Leader about Storyteller Overland and its rugged GXV rig. Meanwhile, legendary design magazine House Beautiful shared some impressive RV interiors, noting the amazing use of space to provide comfort and amenities. Check that story out here.
• Trump Administration’s Sweeping Tariffs Go Into Effect: After talking about—and teasing—tariffs on most other countries for months, the Trump Administration finally followed up on that promise yesterday. As of August 7, 2025, import taxes as high as 50% are now in effect for the majority of US trading partners. Currently, the average tariff rate for US consumers is 17%, which is the highest it has been since the Great Depression. How this will impact the RV industry remains to be seen, but automakers have already felt the pressure with brands like Stellantis and Ford taking billion-dollar hits to their profits. Hopefully, most manufacturers can weather the storm and continue delivering top-notch products at reasonable prices. Stay tuned as this story will likely continue to unfold for weeks and months to come.

That’s all for this week. See you next Friday for another edition of our weekly RV news roundup.

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