Technician Advisory Panel Joins 'RVing in New England' Show

Summer 2024 is expected to see record growth in RV, campervan, and travel trailer travel due to major events including the FIFA World Cup and US Semiquincentennial. Outdoorsy reports increased rental demand, highlighting flexibility and the ability to avoid airports. First-time renters are advised to plan routes in advance and book campsites, especially during peak months.

The RV Technical Institute has expanded its training program by appointing Trek Systems as the official Victron Energy systems training provider. The partnership involves hands-on sessions at RVTI's Elkhart, Indiana campus covering lithium batteries, inverters, and solar power systems for RVs.

A 1950s Sport King Coach camper with a polished aluminum body, designed for a pickup truck bed, is listed for sale. The eight-foot model features a dinette, icebox, and water system, priced at $6,900 in Kansas City. The design is an early example of the truck camper category developed after World War II.

According to a survey by the RV Industry Association, over 34 million Americans plan a spring RV trip, a 23% increase from last year. National parks and coastal destinations are the most popular targets, and the ability to travel with pets influences plans. Interest in longer trips is growing, with different generations showing distinct patterns: Gen Z is more likely to rent, while Millennials and Gen X show stronger intent to purchase RVs.

Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, has over 7,000 campsites. Based on social media and review site feedback, five affordable parks were selected with nightly rates ranging from $25 to $77, including Ocean Lakes Family Campground, Barefoot RV Resort, Myrtle Beach State Park, Myrtle Beach Travel Park, and Hideaway RV Park.

A 32-foot travel trailer exploded and caught fire in Lecanto, Florida. Two adults and two children were hospitalized, with firefighters containing the blaze within 17 minutes. The Florida State Fire Marshal's Office is investigating the cause of the incident.