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Forest River announced the formation of Forest River Financial Services, a new subsidiary to provide its dealer network with expanded financial tools. Two programs will launch in partnership with Octane and Aven: Forest River Finance powered by Octane for retail lending and Forest River Consumer Cards powered by Aven for credit and debit cards. U.S. Forest River RV dealers will be first to access the programs, with details and enrollment unveiled at Forest River Expo from Sept. 28 to Oct. 1. Future phases are expected to include Canada and additional Forest River business units, including Marine, Bus & Van, Cargo Trailers and Commercial Truck. The existing subsidiary Priority One Financial Services will continue to operate as a standalone business.
Four companies control the majority of RV brands in the North American market: REV Group, Forest River, Winnebago, and Thor Industries. REV Group owns Holiday Rambler, Fleetwood, American Coach, and Monaco Coach; Forest River, owned by Warren Buffett, includes Coachmen, Berkshire Luxury Coach, Dynamax, and East To West; Winnebago owns Grand Design and Newmar; Thor Industries owns Airstream, Dutchmen, Jayco, Tiffin, and CrossRoads. Consolidation may lower costs and simplify the supply chain, but can also lead to reduced quality control and cookie-cutter designs.
Coachmen RV, a division of Forest River Inc., announced the launch of the new Remote 8 Wide Series, arriving in September 2026. The series expands on the 7 Wide lineup with three floorplans (198RBC, 228RBH, 238RRB), increased ground clearance, two 200-watt solar panels, a 52-gallon fresh water tank, 37-gallon gray and black tanks, and prep for Starlink and lithium-ion batteries. The trailers are positioned as lightweight and attainable.
Forest River has debuted the first production-ready Teleos 25.RD travel trailer at the Hershey RV Show. The 25-foot (7.6 m) tandem-axle model on a BAL chassis features a rear dinette, sleeping for four, an L-shaped kitchen with InvisaCook induction cooktop, and an EcoFlow Generation 2 power system. Pricing with options is in the mid-$90,000s, with production limited to demand.
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Winnebago Industries will present over 150 RVs and trailers at the 57th annual America’s Largest RV Show from September 16 to 20 in Hershey, Pennsylvania.
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Forest River announced two Class B camper van lines: Ford Lucent and Ram Sommar. Debut at Hershey RV Show on September 16.
Forest River has introduced the 2027 Grey Wolf 23MK travel trailer, priced at $26,600. The nearly 29-foot unit with a GVWR of 7,801 lbs includes a slideout, an outdoor kitchen under the awning, an outdoor shower, a TV mount, solar panels, and a pet station. It sleeps up to six with a jackknife sofa and a four-person dinette. Forum opinions mention mixed build quality.
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Forest River has unveiled the updated Vibe 3400BH travel trailer for 2026. The 12-metre model sleeps up to 11 people and features three air conditioners, an island kitchen and three slide-outs. The recommended price is $72,100, with dealer options available below $50,000.
Forest River Inc. announced that longtime Puma General Manager Todd Martin will retire Oct. 2, concluding a career in the RV industry spanning more than four decades. Martin joined Forest River in 2003 to help launch Puma, which grew from zero dealers to approximately 140,000 units produced under his leadership. In the leadership transition, Shawn Kaylor will become general manager of Puma stick-and-tin travel trailers, Austin Groves will lead the Palomino Overlanding division, and Joe French has been promoted to sales manager for Puma. The appointments are effective Oct. 1.
In the RV world, manufacturers often sell the same trailer under different brand names, a practice known as badge engineering. YouTuber Josh The RV Nerd highlighted that Forest River's Salem and Wildwood trailers are identical, differing only in name and stripe color. This approach saves on development costs and allows dealers in the same area to sell distinct brands without direct competition.
Blue Compass RV, an RV retailer with over 100 locations in 31 states, partnered with Make-A-Wish Central & Western North Carolina to grant eight wishes by giving away RVs. The vehicles, three Jayco Jay Flight travel trailers and five Forest River Aurora travel trailers, were valued at more than $250,000 combined. The event took place on August 14 at Blue Compass RV Charlotte, where families received the RVs to create camping memories.
The annual Open House event in Elkhart, Indiana, will showcase new RVs for the 2027 model year. RV PRO's preview lists participating OEMs such as Forest River, Thor Industries, Keystone RV, Airstream, Winnebago, and others. New models, brands, floorplans, and features will be on display.
The RV Dealers Association (RVDA) has announced the schedule for seven Partners of Progress (POP) meetings during the 2026 RV Dealers Convention/Expo, taking place Nov. 9-13 at Paris Las Vegas. POP meetings provide dealers with a forum to discuss brand-specific issues with top management from participating manufacturers. Dealer volunteers moderate the meetings, which are held in-person during the convention. Only dealers who carry the designated manufacturer may attend these meetings. The schedule includes sessions with KZ RV, Venture RV, Jayco Motorhomes and Towables, Grand Design, Winnebago Towables, Alliance RV, Keystone RV, and Forest River Motorhomes, Towables and Subsidiaries.
Forest River has introduced the Wolverine series of luxury fifth-wheel trailers for the 2027 model year, including the family-oriented 36BC floorplan. The 13.4-meter trailer features four slide-outs, sleeping for up to nine, a rear kitchen with dishwasher and large refrigerator, and standard automatic leveling. The MSRP is $118,002, with dealer prices potentially lower.
TradeWinds RV Center in Clio, Michigan, has updated its online inventory with new and used travel trailers, pop-up campers, fifth wheels, toy haulers, and motorhomes. The dealership carries brands such as Jayco, Forest River, Ember, and Coachmen. It also provides financing, trade-in evaluations, and nationwide delivery.
Forest River has introduced three new fifth-wheel models under its Surveyor brand, available for the 2027 model year. The Surveyor 27MK, 32RL, and 36MB range from 30 to 42 feet (9.14–12.8 m) in length and come with a consistent set of premium features, including a 16-cubic-foot refrigerator, king-size bed, tire pressure monitoring system, and Curt Touring Coil suspension. Prices are expected to range from $95,000 to $120,000.
The RV Industry Association (RVIA) has appointed Anthony Hasse as its new inspector. Hasse will monitor compliance with construction standards at member manufacturing plants. The association's inspection team conducts over 2,000 unannounced inspections annually. Hasse brings over 25 years of RV industry experience, including a recent role at Forest River.
Louisiana dealer Bent's RV adds new trailers and campers for 2025-2026, plus a 2026 clearance sale at Albany and Boutte locations.
Forest River has introduced the Impression 37MB2B, a new mid-profile fifth wheel for 2027. It features a mid-bunk layout with two bathrooms, sleeping for 9+ people, and a power fan for improved airflow. Full specs and pricing are expected in the coming weeks.
Forest River, one of the largest RV manufacturers in the US, has introduced the Teleos, a new travel trailer brand and model. The trailer features a waterproof composite body, no wood in its structure, an induction cooktop, and a 10 kWh EcoFlow power system. The expected price ranges from $75,000 to $90,000. Production will be made to order.