Overland Expo PNW 2026

Escape has presented the updated eVista XL Limited Edition, a 7.9 m long two-axle trailer. The base version has an area of about 20.4 m² and includes a kitchen with a sink, two-burner induction hob, convection microwave and fridge with freezer, a separate bedroom with sliding door and full double bed, and a bathroom with shower, sink and flush toilet. The Limited Edition features additional equipment and enhanced insulation, including closed-cell spray foam, upgraded electrical system, USB sockets and Smart TV. The shown variant is offered ready-made, with no production wait.

The RV Shop will host a week-long, all-women’s RV Technical Institute (RVTI) Level 1 certification course at its New Castle, Delaware, location. Seven team members—two service writers, three customer service specialists, one technician, and the marketing and brand manager—will participate through a partnership with the RV Women’s Alliance. The curriculum covers seven systems and includes 32 labs and activities; certification requires passing written and skills-based exams. The initiative addresses the technician shortage and underrepresentation of women, who made up about 2% of RV technicians as of 2023, according to RVTI.

Kathleen Fox, 70, set off after retirement to explore the United States in a 7-metre Sprinter camper van named Gracie. She has travelled through Colorado, Arizona and Alaska. Friends discouraged her from van life, but she fulfilled her dream and wrote a debut novel, "Evie Walters Takes the Wheel".

National Powersport Auctions (NPA) reported in its October report that average wholesale prices (AWP) for pre-owned RVs and campers are running 23% above year-ago levels. Wholesale prices are settling below the seasonal average, creating favorable buying conditions for dealers. Inventory remains abundant across motorhomes, travel trailers, fifth wheels and campers.

Terex's Recreational Vehicles Segment hosted its annual Dealer Open House from Monday, Sept. 28 to Wednesday, Sept. 30 at the Renegade Customer Experience Center in Elkhart. The event featured 30 units on display: 18 from Fleetwood RV, Holiday Rambler and American Coach, and 12 from Renegade RV. Dealers could place orders for new units, and segment president Gary Gunter said dealer feedback will inform Model Year 2028 designs.

Firefly Integrations has released the final schedule for its 2026 Firefly Training Academy. Hands-on technical sessions for RV service professionals will be held in six regional hubs in October and November. The training is designed for RV service technicians, independent service center teams and mobile repair specialists, covering Firefly multiplex systems, touchscreen controls and network diagnostics. Registration is open only to qualified RV service professionals, with limited seats per city. Firefly also said it is finalizing its 2027 Training Academy calendar with expanded geographic coverage.