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Fifth wheel reduced to rubble in explosion caused by propane heater leak

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An RVer has been hospitalized with second-degree burns after his fifth wheel was blasted to smithereens in an LP explosion. Where did the errant,...

Only 35% of drivers are considered ‘safe’ drivers, per recent study by AAA

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In 2023, nearly 41,000 people were killed in U.S. traffic crashes, a sobering reminder of the ongoing public health crisis on our roads. Despite...

Hundreds still stranded; FEMA drops ball on delivering Helene RVs

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When Hurricane Helene blasted into North Carolina on September 26, thousands were affected. More than 100,000 homes were either damaged or destroyed, impacting some...

Thor hit hard financially: Latest quarterly report highlights losses

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In Norse mythology, Thor is a god associated with thunder, lightning, and storms. Artwork shows Thor as a hammer-wielding warrior. In the RV world,...

Ukrainian–German company ‘prints’ full-sized RVs using 3D and plastic bottles

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When it comes to building RVs, the idea of “stuck in a rut” conveys a basic idea. For ages, “stick and tin” was the...

Cut your Christmas tree in a national forest this year

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This holiday season, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Forest Service is offering families the chance to create unforgettable memories by cutting their own Christmas...

Keystone recalls fifth wheel trailers—Hitches can detach during travel

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We may see more of these. Last week we reported on a recall of Brinkley fifth wheels, recalled because the fifth wheel pin box...

Follow-up: PA Turnpike RV explosion victim fights for life

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A couple of weeks back we reported on the case of an RV explosion on the Pennsylvania Turnpike. Someone inside a parked motorhome lit...

Silverado truck tailgates may unlatch, cause accidents

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General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2024 Chevrolet Silverado HD 2500, 3500, and GMC Sierra HD 2500, 3500 vehicles equipped with power-unlatching tailgates....

Extra mile: Firefighters show compassion to heartbroken RVer

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Firefighters in a little West Virginia community have proved to have big hearts, when firefighter compassion recently came out in a big way. A...

Colorado requires select RVers to carry chains 9 months of year

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Driving—or pulling—an RV in Colorado? Here’s a heads-up if your trip includes a winter foray. While you may avoid driving when the snow flies,...

Recall of dog treats: Could endanger dog and owner

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Is your RV travel buddy of the canine variety? Look out! The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) warns that makers of two different...

Death Valley chaos: Trucker torches 22 tons of chickpeas

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A contender for the November "Dumb Driver of the Month" award must be this one. Daylight Pass Road, in California’s Death Valley National Park,...

Space heaters under motorhome lead to fiery explosion

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Every winter RVtravel.com readers are warned about RV space heater dangers. They’re often related to fires inside RVs that lead to tragedy. This is...

Starlink Mini: $150 off this Cyber Monday at Best Buy

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The Starlink Mini internet satellite system has enthused many RVers. Imagine, you can have a reliable connection just about anywhere. And for $50 a...

Winnebago trailers recalled. Spare tire may fall off

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Winnebago Industries, Inc. (Winnebago) is recalling certain 2024-2025 EKKO Class C motorhomes. The wheel bolts may not have been installed, allowing the spare tire...

Blue Compass buys more Airstream dealerships

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Blue Compass RV has expanded its footprint by acquiring two Airstream dealerships in New England, bringing its total number of Airstream locations to 12....

Acadia National Park introduces new campground reservation system for 2025

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In 2025, Acadia National Park will launch a new reservation system aimed at improving access to its popular campgrounds. Starting December 1, reservations for...

Zion National Park announces winter schedule changes

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As Zion National Park moves into its winter season, the National Park Service (NPS) has outlined significant changes to shuttle operations and campground access....

Oliver Travel Trailers with faulty water heaters recalled

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The component manufacturer says, “It’s all OK,” while the RV manufacturer says, “No, it’s not.” Oliver Travel Trailers has decided that Truma’s assurances that...

Brinkley recalls fifth wheels over risk of pin box detachment

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It could ruin your whole trip. Imagine looking in the rearview mirror and seeing your fifth-wheel way behind you. It’s a potential issue for...

Forest River travel trailers recalled: Fresh water tank may fall off

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Some Forest River owners could make a big splash, as the company says two model years of travel trailers have a bad fresh water...

Chevron warns against new refinery regulations

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Earlier this month California regulators put in place lower-air-polluting rules affecting refiners. As we recently reported, fuel prices will jump due to this regulation....

Celebrate nature on ‘Green Friday’ in U.S. parks

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Instead of shopping on Black Friday, why not step outside and enjoy the fresh air on "Green Friday"? Many national, state, and regional parks across...

Mount Rainier NP housing crisis: Park forced to lease homes and RV pads

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The national park employee housing crisis has turned up in the Pacific Northwest. Now officials at Mount Rainier say they’re turning to property owners...

Lawsuit claims conspiracy to take diesel trucks off the market

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Big chassis manufacturers just can’t get a break. The RV industry is up in arms, since the sources of most motorhome chassis have essentially...

Traveling? Here are the restaurants open on Thanksgiving

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If you find yourself on the road during Thanksgiving, you don't have to miss out on a warm, hearty meal. Whether you're craving a...

Tallgrass Prairie National Preserve hosts ‘Prairie Christmas’

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Looking for a festive way to kick off the holiday season? Tallgrass Prairie National Preserve invites you to a delightful Prairie Christmas event on...

Motorhome loses brakes, crashes through guardrail

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Travelers in a motorhome passing through Arcata, Calif.,, on Sunday found themselves in a terrifying situation when their RV's brakes failed. The steep descent turned...

Help find persons who defaced Utah petroglyphs

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Sheriffs in Kane County, Utah, are asking for the public's help in finding two people who allegedly defaced ancient petroglyphs near the Utah-Arizona border....

Firefighter hospitalized while battling RV blaze

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A firefighter was hospitalized after he sustained an electrical shock while responding to an RV fire. On Monday afternoon, Nov. 25, the responder was...

Motorhome crashes: snakes, bearded dragons escape and scatter

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"In 19 years, I've never seen anything like this!” That statement, from a North Carolina state trooper sums up a box-truck-versus-motorhome crash that uncoiled...

Pacific Northwest storm destroys at least 50 RVs under collapsing trees

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Last week’s “bomb cyclone” weather event that hit the Pacific Northwest has left a lot of RVers with questions. And with a lot of...

RV wholesale report: Towables lead recovery while motorhomes falter

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As RV dealers continue to struggle with sales, RV manufacturers are seeing a somewhat better picture. RV wholesale shipments are a mixed bag. The...

In Montana, residents love their grizzly bears. So do visitors

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For an animal whose population barely tops 2,000, Montana’s grizzly bears hold an outsized presence in the psyche and politics of Treasure State residents....

Oklahoma Turnpike goes cashless. No stopping at toll booths

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The Oklahoma Turnpike Authority announced Thursday, November 21, that cashless tolling is now on all 12 Oklahoma turnpikes. The last turnpike to switch to...

Grand Design recalls motorhomes for electric short danger

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Grand Design RV, LLC (Grand Design) is recalling certain 2025 Lineage 25FW motorhomes. The battery warming pad was installed incorrectly, which can damage internal...

30,435 Grand Design RVs recalled again for same gas leak danger

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You may have already had your Grand Design travel trailer in for recall work. KEEP READING, as the company is having to do a...

Calling all adventurers: Iowa wants you as a camp host!

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In the classic 1960’s musical The Music Man, Iowa residents suggest just how welcoming they are to outsiders. “But what the heck, you're welcome, join...

21 million Americans expected to hit the road in RVs this holiday season

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Planning on driving the motorhome or pulling the trailer out in the next couple of months? You won’t be alone. A survey indicates 21...

California resources meets with RV manufacturers amid controversy over motorhome sales ban

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When California unleashed its rules on the sale of fossil-fuel-burning rigs, creating what the RV industry says is essentially a ban on motorhomes, RV...

The Appalachian Trail: Rebuilding after a devastating summer

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This past summer brought unprecedented challenges to the Appalachian Trail (AT). Catastrophic storms—most notably Hurricane Helene—caused significant damage to the iconic treasure. More than a...

Major Mount Rainier campground closed until 2026 for extensive upgrades

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With more than two-and-a-half million visitors in 2023, Mount Rainier National Park is one of the Pacific Northwest’s key draws. The closure of a...

Oregon State Parks aims to clear up confusion over camping stay limits

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Oregon State Parks have some of the prettiest campgrounds. It’s only natural that RVers would like to hang around and absorb the beauty. But...

PA Turnpike RV incident: Leaking LP and cigarette don’t mix

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Some things go together—like peanut butter and jelly. Some things don’t go together. Like drinking a Big Gulp and heading out on a road...

Get Starlink Mini for $165, but it depends on where you are

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Imagine buying the Starlink Mini dish for just $165. With a newly released discount, you can—if you’re in Panama, El Salvador, or Jamaica. Starlink...

Dramatic crash: Motorhome plows into Oregon motel

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The Adventure Lodge in Hood River, Oregon, is aptly named. On Monday, November 18, guests got more of an adventure than they probably expected...

Popular Lake Tahoe park closure impacts visitors until summer 2025

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California State Parks says its popular Lake Tahoe venue D.L. Bliss State Park will remain closed into next summer. There will be no camping...

Lazydays’ losses deepen as company hits financial whirlpool

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As we reported yesterday, November 18, nationwide RV dealer Lazydays sold seven of its locations to Camping World. The company indicated the sales were to...

Washington state mirrors California’s motorhome ban

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Some RVers are up in arms. As we pointed out, the effective ban of the sale of motorhomes in California will have far-reaching consequences....
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