Tampa Bay Summer RV Show 2026

Mitch Young marks 40 years working at the same RV sales and service center, having survived three ownership transitions. He started his career at age 21 and has been shop foreman for the past decade. The Good Life RV Center where he works is listed among the top 50 dealers in the United States in its category.

The American startup CyberLandr has introduced a living module for the Tesla Cybertruck electric pickup, converting it into a motorhome. The module, priced at $49,995, is more expensive than the base vehicle ($39,900) and includes a kitchen, sleeping areas, a bathroom, a TV, and is powered by rooftop solar panels.

California authorities have tightened rules on abandoned RVs and trailers. Vehicles valued up to $4,000 that are not claimed within 30 days will be confiscated and destroyed. The measure applies in Alameda and Los Angeles counties until January 1, 2030.

American families are increasingly opting for alternatives to air travel for long-distance trips. Using motorhomes can save up to 30% on family vacations, trains offer scenic routes with a lower carbon footprint, and transatlantic liners like the Queen Mary 2 eliminate jet lag.

US electric travel trailer manufacturer Lightship has announced an expansion of its production facility in Colorado. The existing plant will be enlarged by approximately 4,100 square meters, quadrupling production capacity. The company is also making a key change to the equipment of its electric travel trailer.

A Monday night tornado flipped RVs and scattered belongings at a Hillsdale RV park. Residents are assessing damage and filing insurance claims while highlighting community solidarity. A local tow truck operator described the destruction as the worst he has ever seen.