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On September 8, 2026, county commissioners in Salisbury, North Carolina, approved a special use permit for a private RV park on a 120-acre site at 650 Majolica Road owned by the Rowan County Wildlife Association. The association, a private group with about 1,800 members, plans to develop 22 RV spaces with water, sewer, and electric hookups, available exclusively to members. A broker's opinion from DM Properties and Associates found no measurable impact on adjacent property values.
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A groundbreaking ceremony for Glassyard Commons, an RV safe lot and tiny-house village in West Seattle, is scheduled for Thursday, September 10, 2026. The project will provide safe parking for 72 RVs and 20 tiny houses, serving approximately 140 people. Operated by the Low Income Housing Institute (LIHI), the site is leased from the Washington State Department of Transportation. LIHI holds a $3 million contract for the project.
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SITKA Gear and Scout Campers have unveiled a limited-edition SITKA x Scout Camper based on the Olympic Hardwall. It features a heated gear locker, a mud room, GORE-TEX interior fabrics, and Optifade Open Country camouflage. Priced at $55,000, only 10 units will be built for the U.S. and Canada, with sales starting September 9.
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Philadelphia-based Vanture Customs unveiled the Overlook, a camper van conversion based on the Ford Transit 350 AWD EcoBoost. It features a 10kWh EcoFlow electrical system, a Murphy bed, a hidden shower, and other amenities for off-grid living. Pricing starts at $143,000.
Alan and Liz Feld, owners of Field Van, handed over management to their son and now spend 75% of their time in a custom 4x4 motorhome valued at over $150,000. They travel through US national parks, including Yosemite and Death Valley, and attend vanlife rallies. The couple organized the first Van Rally in 1998 in Lake Isabella, California.
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Plans to build an RV park on flood buyout property in the Bailey’s Bottom area of Mount Hope are no longer moving forward. Mayor Mike Kessinger told residents during Tuesday’s Mount Hope City Council meeting that the city is now considering other possible locations for the project and remains in discussions with the agencies involved. Funding for the RV park appears to remain available. A public meeting is planned for the first week of October to provide an update, with the exact date not yet announced.
On the evening of September 8, a fully engulfed RV fire on undeveloped land east of Redmond spread to trees and rubbish. Crews took about 90 minutes to extinguish it.
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On Tuesday afternoon, the Paris Fire Department, along with the Paris Community Fire Protection District and Horizon EMS, battled a fully engulfed RV fire. The fire occurred around 4 p.m. on 950th Road, just east of Paris, Illinois. Further details are pending.
DRV Luxury Suites has announced the return of its Mobile Suites fifth-wheel line for 2027, featuring two floorplans measuring over 43 feet. The 39RKTS and 40FBRL models weigh around 17,000 pounds dry, include a king bed, dishwasher, fireplace, and JBL sound system as standard. The units will debut at the Hershey RV Show in Pennsylvania from September 16-20. Pricing has not been disclosed.
Fire crews in Onslow County, North Carolina, responded to a blaze in an RV parked next to a home on Freedom Way. The fire was reported at 2:20 p.m. and brought under control within ten minutes, preventing spread to the house. The RV sustained substantial damage, but no injuries were reported. Multiple agencies assisted, including Swansboro Fire Department and Hubert Volunteer Fire Department.
Pleasure-Way Industries, a manufacturer of premium Class B motorhomes, announced the debut of its new Everbound Luxury Travel Trailer at the Hershey RV Show in Hershey, Pennsylvania. The 21-foot trailer, designed for couples, features a riveted aluminum frame, composite exterior walls, a 460 Ah lithium battery, a 3000-watt inverter, and 500 watts of solar charging. Additional specifications, pricing, and availability will be announced at the show.
Thor Motor Coach (TMC) will highlight its 2027 Class C models at America's Largest RV Show in Hershey, Pennsylvania, from Sept. 16-20. The lineup includes the Gemini 23XT, a Ford Transit-based motorhome with twin beds that convert to a king and a 400-watt solar system, and the Quantum LW30 on a Ford E-Series chassis with theater seating and a queen bed. TMC will be at booth A2.
The Care Camps Foundation has announced Under The Stars: Where Hope Makes Light, a three-day fundraising and community-building event hosted by its Young Professionals Board. The event will take place Dec. 4-6 at Lazydays RV Resort in Tampa, Florida. It will culminate in an attempt to set a world record by assembling 45,000 glow sticks into one continuous chain, representing the approximately 45,000 children the foundation has helped. Proceeds will support over 120 pediatric oncology camps.
Submissions for OHI's 2026 Awards of Excellence, which recognize innovation in outdoor hospitality, close Thursday, Sept. 10. The program includes five categories, including awards for parks and suppliers. A $50 submission fee applies per entry ($30 for parks under 250 sites).
RVDA U.S. and RVDA of Canada have announced the official RV Dealers Convention/Expo mobile app is available for download in the Apple App Store and Google Play for registered attendees. The app, accessible via My ShowAPP, includes scheduling tools, education session tracking, Vendor Training +Plus workshops, searchable floorplans, push notifications, and AI-driven assistance. The event takes place at Paris Las Vegas from Nov. 9-13.
Due North announced a strategic partnership with Germany-based OPES Solar Mobility GmbH, bringing the company's advanced solar technology to the U.S. recreational vehicle market for the first time. OPES's patented Matrix Technology is designed for mobile applications to maximize active surface area and maintain energy production under partial shading, with research from the Fraunhofer Institute showing higher energy yield compared to conventional interconnections. OPES solar products will be available to U.S. RV manufacturers through Due North.
Rescue-Ranger has been granted U.S. Patent No. 12,723,533 B1 by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) for technology incorporated in its DEF head sensor simulator products. The patent, granted Sept. 1, covers technology designed to address diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) head sensor failures in diesel motorhomes, which can cause engine fault codes and progressive engine derating. Rescue-Ranger DEF Head Sensor Simulators provide simulated DEF sensor information to the vehicle’s electronic control system as an emergency tool, allowing owners to address immediate consequences while arranging proper diagnosis and repair. Based in Stillwater, Minnesota, the company is seeking partnerships with motorhome manufacturers, RV dealers, diesel service facilities and parts distributors.
Firefighters in Birmingham, Alabama, battled a large fire Tuesday on Vanderbilt Road and Highway 79. Four boats and three RVs were destroyed; no injuries reported.
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The Gulfport, Mississippi, RV dealership prioritizes maintenance, inspections and personal attention over sales volume. It offers free quarterly inspections for the first year after purchase and tailors delivery to each customer's plans. Rescue bunnies Bunny and Clyde greet visitors and have become a local attraction.
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Glades County commissioners voted Tuesday (Sept. 8) to change the future land use of 72 acres from residential to commercial, a step toward developing an RV resort with up to 700 sites. The property, located on Williams and Ortona Locks roads, would allow stays of no more than six months. The decision is not final.