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Australian Q1 RV Market Report Reveals Shifts in Market Leaders

18.05.2026 13:47 1 min 1 source РУС
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Retain Media released its Q1 2026 RV Market Brand Consideration Report, based on over 2.7 million search queries, detailing consumer interest across Australia's recreational vehicle sector. Jayco strengthened its lead to 23.6%, while Opus Camper rose to 3.5% through consistent growth since mid-2025. Lifestyle Campers recovered to 2.8%, and Patriot Campers increased from 1.2% to 1.5%. Zone RV saw a sharp decline after an unusually high Q4 2025, described as a correction.

#Jayco (61) #Patriot Campers (3) #Zone RV (8)

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