Fire in Fargo storage garages linked to camper with propane heater

Winnebago Industries' stock fell 7.58% in premarket trading despite beating quarterly earnings and revenue estimates. Towable RV sales declined 9% due to lower unit volume and a shift toward lower-priced models, while motorhome RV sales increased 29.3%. The company reaffirmed its fiscal 2026 adjusted EPS guidance of $2.10 to $2.80.

RV dealer Bish's RV in Calera donated a camper to veteran Billy Neely on March 20. Neely was selected through a local hero search program, receiving 18 nominations for his work supporting veterans through the Veteran Off Road Riders organization.

Data analysis reveals a surge in camping and RV travel popularity among Americans aged 55+ following retirement. This group is more likely to cancel reservations and leave sites early, indicating a flexible schedule. Concurrently, their interest in glamping declines in favor of traditional camping.

A couple who traveled for two years across the USA and Canada in a converted Ford Econoline outlined key mistakes in camper conversion. They highlighted the inconvenience of a transforming bed, insufficient power from a single solar panel, chaotic electrical wiring, and miscalculated storage systems. The correct decision was choosing a simple and reliable base vehicle.

Sales of Dometic portable coolers, popular among RV owners, are facing headwinds in the key US market. Wholesale RV shipments fell 11.1% year-over-year in February 2026 to 29,206 units, putting pressure on the company's Americas sales, which constitute its largest market.

Croatian travelers Marija Keresteš and Zvonimir Abramović completed a US road trip in a rented camper van. Their latest journey covered 8,000 kilometers and included visits to 15 national parks, with the couple noting the country's well-organized and affordable camping infrastructure.