Fort Knox — VanSky 89 (Ideal)

American families are increasingly opting for alternatives to air travel for long-distance trips. Using motorhomes can save up to 30% on family vacations, trains offer scenic routes with a lower carbon footprint, and transatlantic liners like the Queen Mary 2 eliminate jet lag.

US electric travel trailer manufacturer Lightship has announced an expansion of its production facility in Colorado. The existing plant will be enlarged by approximately 4,100 square meters, quadrupling production capacity. The company is also making a key change to the equipment of its electric travel trailer.

A Monday night tornado flipped RVs and scattered belongings at a Hillsdale RV park. Residents are assessing damage and filing insurance claims while highlighting community solidarity. A local tow truck operator described the destruction as the worst he has ever seen.

Analysis of Camping World Holdings' position in the RV market amid economic shifts. The company operates the largest network of RV dealerships in the United States and runs the Good Sam loyalty program with over 10 million members. Its business model combines new and used RV sales with services and parts, providing stability amid demand fluctuations.

The Town of Elon held a community meeting to discuss potential changes to regulations for recreational vehicle storage and parking. Current rules prohibit using RVs as permanent residences and limit driveway parking to seven days per year. The Planning Department proposed moving RV policy from the Land Management Ordinance to the Town Code of Ordinances to facilitate updates. Final policy changes are scheduled for presentation at the Elon Town Council meeting on May 26.

A rare 1954 Ventoura Loft Liner two-story mobile home is listed for sale. The 40-foot, 11,000-pound trailer features three bedrooms, sleeps eight, and could technically be converted into an RV with modifications.