Coleman 13B: Cheap Caravan with Caveats

Maxxair, an Airxcel brand, has announced a new RVTI Level 3 accredited training program for professional RV technicians. The course, launching early Fall 2026, covers installation, diagnosis, and service of Maxxfan and Maxxair ventilation products, including PCB troubleshooting and motor diagnostics. It is approved for 1.5 RVTI credit hours.

Manufacturers shipped roughly 342,000 recreational vehicles to US dealers last year, according to the RV Industry Association. The industry, long dominated by Thor Industries, Forest River and Winnebago, is now adopting electric technology, with incumbents testing EV systems and startups like Lightship and Pebble introducing battery-powered self-propelled trailers.

In a HelloNation article, RV Travel Expert Judy Brown of Vacay Village of Pensacola shared guidance on selecting pet-friendly RV parks for extended stays. She emphasized reviewing pet policies, leash rules, quiet hours, waste stations, and nearby pet services. Reading reviews from other pet owners is also recommended.

Legacy Housing Corp (ISIN US52471N1046) benefits from steady demand for affordable mobile and modular housing in the US. The company combines manufacturing of mobile homes, manufactured houses and modular buildings with financing solutions for dealers and end customers, generating recurring income from interest payments.

A fatal crash occurred Monday morning on US93 north of Arco, Idaho. A 2000 GMC Yukon failed to yield to a 2022 Allegro Motorhome traveling southbound. The motorhome driver, a 73-year-old man from Oak View, California, was uninjured. Both occupants of the SUV—a 61-year-old man from Challis and a 58-year-old woman from Arco—died at the scene. The highway was blocked in both directions for investigation.

Evotrex has closed a $30 million Series A round to speed up production of its Evotrex-PG5 electric caravan. The model is designed as a mobile energy generation and storage platform for leisure, remote work, and emergencies. 90% of pre-orders are for the Premium version at $159,990, with first deliveries expected in 2027. The company involves customers in final development through collaborative workshops and an online customization tool.