RV News: New Models Debut at the Hershey RV SuperShow
The big RV expo dominates headlines this week.
Image Caption: Photo Credit: Winnebago
With the big Hershey RV SuperShow underway this weekend, there has been plenty of news this week. With that in mind, let’s jump in and get started:
Photo Credit: Kraig Becker
- Winnebago Reveals New RVs at Hershey Show: Winnebago made a splash in Hershey by revealing several new models across its multiple brands. For instance, the flagship Winnebago line-up included the popular View and Navion Class C coaches with the popular 24D floor plan. The new Thrive laminated travel trailers also left an impression with their sleek exteriors, modern layouts, and exceptional value for the price point. Redesigned versions of the Access and Micro Minnie travel trailers were also on hand, as was the eye-catching Solitude 414LJMJ model from the Grand Design sister brand. The Lineage Series VT camper van and new Momentum 339M toy hauler are also stand-out models making their debut at the show.
Photo Credit: East to West
- East to West Debuts Laminated Towables: East to West made headlines in Hershey with the announcement of a new line of laminated towables. The company, which is a sub-brand of Forest River, announced the Longitude travel trailer line-up, which is offered in six floor plans that feature modern designs, efficient appliances, and good build quality. The laminated construction should ensure durability over time, and the models are light enough to be towed by mid-size pick-ups and SUVs. Find out more here.
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- Newmar Shows Off Freedom Aire and Summit Aire: Like most RV manufacturers, Newmar is in Hershey this week, where the luxury motor coach manufacturer unveiled its new Freedom Aire and Summit Aire models. The first of those rigs is the company’s first foray into the compact Class C market, offering an outstanding array of industry-first features, along with an easier, more approachable driving experience. Meanwhile, the Summit Aire delivers a more traditional Newmar Class C experience, riding on a Freightliner Cascadia chassis with two unique 45′ floor plans and all of the upscale amenities you can expect from this brand.
- REV Group Debuts First Super C Models: REV Recreation Group also got in on the action at the Hershey RV SuperShow this week, announcing its first Super C motorhomes. Those models include the new Fleetwood RV Altitude and the Holiday Rambler Incline, both of which are available in three floor plans. These rigs are built on the Ford F-Series chassis and include such features as a tough coat vacuum-bonded sidewall construction, 30″ entry doors, large showers, and residential-style appliances and furniture.
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- Ember RV and Dragonfly Energy Expand Partnership: In other news coming out of Hershey, Ember RV, and Dragonfly Energy have announced an expansion of their working relationship. The towables manufacturer already uses Dragonfly’s Battle Born Batteries in its units, but now those rigs will come with a minimum of 3,500Wh of storage, expandable up to 7,000Wh. Additionally, the rigs will come with 1,200W of solar panels, a 3,000W inverter, and DC-to-DC charging. The result is an already-great off-grid trailer option getting even better.
Photo Credit: VanLife Campers
- VanLife Campers Moving to Large Manufacturing Facility: Canadian Class B manufacturer VanLife Campers announced this week that it is moving to a larger facility to help meet the demands for its vehicles. The company says it will move into the new 85,000-square-foot Montreal shop in early 2026, where it will continue its efforts to build 100% electric, self-sufficient camper vans made for four-season adventures. Find out more here.
- RV Life Celebrates 3 Million Subscribers: RV Life—the digital resource built specifically for RVers—announced an impressive milestone this week. The company revealed that it has now reached 3 million members, demonstrating the quality of its benefits. Those benefits include trip planning, RV-specific GPS navigation, campsite discovery, and more. The service costs $19.99/month or $65.00 for the year, with a seven-day free trial available. Find out more here.
That’s all for this week. Seek you next Friday for more news, trends, and information from the RV and camping industries.
Kraig Becker is a writer in the RV, outdoors, and adventure travel space. Over the course of his career he has contributed to such outlets as Popular Mechanics, Outside Online, Business Insider, TripSavvy, Digital Trends, GearJunkie, The Adventure Blog, and countless others. An avid runner and cyclist, he enjoys camping, hiking, mountain biking, kayaking, and just about any other outdoor activity. His travels have taken him to seven continents and on many amazing adventures.
