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Help wanted finding stolen fifth wheel trailer in Texas

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The Jasper County (Texas) Sheriff's Department needs your help locating the culprits involved in a travel trailer theft in Rose City at the Boomtown...

Fleetwood, Holiday Rambler motorhomes recalled for fire risk

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REV Recreation Group (REV) is recalling certain 2024-2026 Holiday Rambler Invicta, and Fleetwood Fortis recreational vehicles equipped with the theater seat option. The theater...

Coal mining could change what RV travelers see near Utah’s national parks

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RV travelers planning trips to Utah’s red rock country may soon see new coal mining operations. The federal government has opened 48,000 acres of...

NBC News report: More Americans are living in RVs

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This short report from NBC News brings to light something that most of us who travel by RV already know: Many more people are...

RVers escape as fire engulfs their Class A motorhome at Cracker Barrel

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Most RVers think of Cracker Barrel as a safe place to park overnight and grab a hot meal. For one pair of RVers, a...

Could your motorhome have a hidden VIN problem?

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Earlier this year, a $1.35 million Newmar King Aire ran into trouble at the U.S. border over VIN stickers and labeling. The incident highlights...

Norcold fridge at center of Camping World RV fire lawsuit

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A Nevada federal court has breathed new life into a Norcold fridge fire lawsuit, allowing a key negligence claim against Camping World to move...

Beware: Dog treat recall due to Salmonella; can also harm humans

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In recent days, Best Buy Bones, Inc. voluntarily recalled four lots of Nature’s Own Pet Chews Bully Bites. These doggie treats come packaged in...

Buy a 255-site RV park in an auction with no minimum price bid

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In theory, you could be the owner of one of Louisiana's largest campgrounds for less than the price of a movie ticket. In reality,...

Auto thefts decline through first half of 2025

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Vehicle thefts in the United States fell 23% during the first six months of 2025 compared to the same period in 2024, according to...

Greenville, NC, drops $37,500 lawsuit against Camping World, cancels all fines

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The Greenville, North Carolina, City Council has officially ended the Camping World lawsuit, voting 5-0 Monday to dismiss the case and cancel the company’s...

McDonald’s Monopoly game is back — RVers will love the prizes

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If you’ve ever imagined hitting the road in a brand-new motorhome, this might be your chance to win a Winnebago RV. McDonald’s has brought...

Gulf State Park awaits new ‘executive’ RV campground

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Soon, a new RV campground will come to Gulf State Park, Alabama. The campground will be located at the site of the old golf...

Dump truck loses control, slams into occupied RV, destroying it

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How's this for a bizarre RV accident? Last Friday morning, October 3rd, two people were hospitalized after a fully loaded dump truck carrying asphalt...

Help find this stolen RV in Texas: 2018 Jayco Jay Flight SLX

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On September 5, 2025, a black Chevy or GMC truck, pictured above, stole a 2018 Jayco Jay Flight SLX travel trailer from the 2100...

Get a free month of Starlink service while on the road

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RVers and outdoor travelers can now take advantage of a Starlink free month through the company’s first-ever referral program. By sharing a referral link...

Check out Amazon Outlet for great savings

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Amazon’s headline sales (like Prime Big Deal Days on October 7–8, 2025) are great for snagging big-ticket discounts. However, Amazon Outlet is the quieter,...

Conservation groups sue U.S. Forest Service

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Two conservation groups, Wilderness Watch and Heartwood, have filed suit against the U.S. Forest Service. The groups hope to block a plan to build...

Bear suspected in rare fatal attack at Arkansas campground

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RVers know fall brings more than crisp air and colorful leaves—it also brings wildlife on the move. This week, Arkansas officials are investigating the...

Help find this trailer stolen in Oregon: 1994 Dutchmen 18RB

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This 1994 Dutchmen 'The Duck' 18RB model travel trailer was taken from a secure HOA compound in Salem, Oregon, in early September. It was...

Fake relief check phone calls claim you have money waiting

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The Better Business Bureau (BBB) is warning consumers about a new phishing phone scam where callers claim you have an unclaimed “relief check” waiting....

Colorado mountain pass road closed after ill-advised attempt to cross by SUV

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File this story under “most frightening and embarrassing moment.” You may already know that Black Bear Pass near Telluride, Colorado, has a fearsome reputation. This...

Homeowner fighting city over RV carport he erected without building permit

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A man who erected a covered carport for this motorhome in West Sacramento, Calif., is getting nothing but grief after the city told him...

East to West RV debuts new Class C motorhome

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October 2, 2025 — East to West RV, a division of Forest River Inc., has introduced its newest motorized recreational vehicle, the College Avenue...

View elk and autumn colors in Montana from your RV

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As autumn paints Montana in brilliant shades of gold and amber, outdoor enthusiasts are hitting the road to experience it all. RVers in particular...

RVers trapped in RV in flood believe they’re doomed. Then, a miracle!

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It's an RV flood survival story that few will ever forget. On September 26, historic floodwaters surged through a Globe, Arizona RV park, rising...

Thor motorhomes recalled: LP tanks could fall off

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Thor Motor Coach (TMC) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Luminate and Indigo motorhomes. The LP tank support tube may be too short and have an...

New rules on long-term camping on government lands leave RVers uncertain and confused

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If you’re planning a winter stay in Quartzsite or Yuma, Arizona, you’re probably asking the same question as a lot of RVers right now:...

Police stop self-driving car for traffic violation. But nobody inside

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A Waymo vehicle pulled over by police in San Bruno, California, caused a unique traffic dilemma. The vehicle had no driver or passenger, leaving...

Top 5 national parks stay mostly open; details sketchy

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With the federal government shut down, RVers face uncertainty, wondering, "Are national parks open?" We can tell you the top 5 national parks are...

L.A. closer to banning “vanlords” from renting junky RVs to homeless on city streets

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The Los Angeles "vanlording" ban is moving forward as the City Council targets the illegal practice of renting RVs on public streets. Introduced by...

Outdoor Industry concerned about government shutdown

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Boulder, CO (October 1, 2025) — The Outdoor Industry Association (OIA) today expressed serious concern regarding the federal government shutdown and its impact on...

Camping World may avoid fine if North Carolina’s new flag law signed

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Camping World may avoid flag fines in Greenville, North Carolina, if a new state law is signed. “No city shall adopt or enforce an...

What RVers need to know about national parks and possible shutdown

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Unless Congress passes a funding bill, the federal government will shut down on October 1, 2025. For RVers, the impact of the shutdown could...

Ram truck recall: Air bags may explode

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If you own a Ram pickup from model year 2018, this recall deserves your immediate attention. Federal filing shows Chrysler (FCA US/Stellantis) has issued...

Deadly flash floods hit Gila County, AZ

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Severe flash flooding hammered Globe, Miami, and nearby communities in Gila County, Arizona, late last week. The storm produced intense runoff that washed through downtown...

Highway across Washington’s Cascades closed due to fire

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As of Monday, Sept. 29, the Labor Mountain Fire near Cle Elum and Blewett Pass in Washington state has only minimal containment. Over the...

Update on ‘missing’ VIN on Newmar RV

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Last week, we reported on the Newmar RV "missing" VIN issue. Here’s a quick recap: A Canadian couple attempted to move their Newmar King Aire...

What is wrong with people who would do this to a national park?

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By Chuck Woodbury This news makes me sick. In Northern California's magnificent Redwood National Park and its interwoven California State Parks, thieves are making off...

Insurance companies rate ‘high-risk’ trucks. Is yours included?

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If you tow a travel trailer or fifth wheel, the truck you drive matters. It matters for towing capacity and hitch setup, of course....

RV Travel Newsletter for Saturday, September 27, 2025

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Issue 1228 Non-subscribers edition This free newsletter is made possible by its advertisers and is available on a delayed basis (seven hours later than the ad-free...

Camping World CEO Marcus Lemonis’ home could be yours for $27 million

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Marcus Lemonis’ estate near Santa Barbara, Calif., is on the market for $27 million. The Camping World CEO and TV personality behind The Profit...

Grand Canyon’s North Rim partially reopens for day use

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Beginning Oct. 1, 2025, Grand Canyon National Park will partially reopen select areas of the North Rim to public access day use following the...

RV shipments drop slightly for August

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Results for the RV Industry Association’s August 2025 survey of manufacturers found that total RV shipments to dealers ended the month with 28,212 units,...

Texas approves one of the largest RV parks in the U.S. Will snowbirds come?

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Taylor County, Texas, commissioners have approved the Elmdale RV Park, a massive new development that will place it among the largest RV parks in...

U.S. Marshals confirm Travis Decker dead; arrest warrant dismissed

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In the latest Decker sisters case update, the U.S. Marshals Service confirmed that Travis Decker, accused of murdering his three daughters, is believed...

Fall colors bring traffic hassles to Great Smoky Mountains National Park

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GATLINBURG, Tenn.— It’s beginning to feel like fall in Great Smoky Mountains National Park! Autumn is a beautiful but busy time in these parts....

A hidden well, a trapped moose, and a rescue you have to see

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PEMBROKE, Maine — A dramatic rescue unfolded this week after a bull moose became trapped in a well on private land in northern Maine....

Road rage is rising; almost all drivers admit to aggressive driving

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If it feels like every driver on the highway has lost their cool, you’re not imagining it. A new AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety...

Ford recalling more than 115,000 trucks. Steering control could fail

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If you haul an RV with a Ford F-250, F-350, or F-450, this is a heads-up. Ford has issued a safety recall that could...
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