Bigger 5th wheels on the horizon?

Fifth wheel trailers and traditional travel trailers may have a little more living space in the future. According to RV Business Magazine, the Recreation Vehicle Industry Association (RVIA) board of directors decided at its Feb. 22-24 meeting in Scottsdale Ariz., to take the first steps in what could be a lengthly process to increase the maximum square footage for fifth-wheels and travel trailers. The association will pursue federal legislation allowing fifth-wheels to exceed the current 400-square-foot-limit. In addition, the RVIA would seek to raise the maximum square footage for travel trailers from 320 square feet to 400 square feet. But don’t hold your breath: if the new rules are approved, it likely won't be for years.