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RVIA: April RV Shipments Top 29K; Motorhomes Up 13%

26.05.2026 14:28 1 min 1 source РУС
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The RV Industry Association reported total RV shipments of 29,209 units for April 2026, a 17.4% decline from 35,375 units in April 2025. Year-to-date shipments through April fell 13.5% to 115,260 units. Towable RV shipments dropped 20.7% to 25,376 units, while motorhome shipments increased 13% to 3,833 units.

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RVIA: April RV Shipments Top 29K; Motorhomes Up 13%

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