NEWS
HIRES & PROMOTIONS
Regan Shea & Saylor Shea
Gulf Stream Coach
As part of its Innovation Week, Gulf Stream Coach announced the promotions of Regan Shea and Saylor Shea. Regan has been promoted to director of dealer relations, a newly expanded role focused on strengthening Gulf Stream’s partnerships with its dealer network. Saylor has been promoted to director of strategy and communications, and will centralize company analytics, oversee performance reporting and lead strategic communications. Gulf Stream Coach also unveiled a new logo and company motto during Innovation Week.
Robert Keller
Dragonfly Energy
Dragonfly Energy Holdings Corp. announced that Robert Keller has joined the company as its director of national fleet sales. Keller brings nearly four decades of experience across fleet operations, commercial vehicle sales, telematics and fleet technology. In his new role, Keller will focus on expanding national fleet relationships and supporting broader adoption of Dragonfly Energy’s integrated power systems.
Andrew Cooley
Remote Vans
Ohio-based Remote Vans appointed Andrew Cooley as president of Remote Vans. Cooley will work alongside CEO Daryn Hillhouse and oversee national sales, dealer relations, strategic partnerships, customer experience, product strategy, service network development and long-term business growth.
Matt Hazelbaker
RVMP
RV Mobile Power (RVMP) appointed Matt Hazelbaker as chief operating officer. Hazelbaker will lead operations company-wide across RVMP’s facilities in Columbus, Ohio, and Elkhart, Indiana, reporting to founder and CEO Jimmy Conroy II.
Eric McGinnis
DexKo Global Inc.
As part of a leadership transition announced in July, Eric McGinnis has been named as DexKo’s CEO. Fred Bentley has transitioned to chairman of the board and senior adviser to Brookfield Asset Management’s Private Equity Group. McGinnis brings extensive experience leading large-scale industrial and manufacturing organizations.
Giving Back
Fifty-two RV dealerships across the United States raised more than $100,000 during National Camping Month through the 2026 Compete for Kids campaign, hosted by Care Camps Foundation in partnership with the National RV Dealers Association (RVDA). The funds will help make camp experiences possible for children with cancer and their families across the United States and Canada. The top three fundraising dealerships will be recognized during the RVDA Convention & Expo in Las Vegas, when the official campaign rankings will be announced.
Suppliers & Aftermarket
Southwire announced a strategic shift in its RV original equipment manufacturer business model. Effective July 1, Southwire has transitioned the day-to-day sales of its complete RV product portfolio to a network of three authorized dealer partners: Dave Carter & Associates, Ranger Distribution and Wesco.
Timbren Industries announced its move from a premium suspension manufacturer to a comprehensive, total vehicle performance and safety solution for the pickup truck towing and hauling markets. As part of the expansion, the company launched its Timbren BES (Brake Enhancement System) Complete Severe-Duty Brake Upgrade Kits.
RV MANUFACTURING
Holiday Rambler hosted a “Mothers’ Room” at Indianapolis Colts Training Camp for the third consecutive year at Droplight Grand Park Sports Campus. The Holiday Rambler Incline 29H Unit gives nursing mothers an air-conditioned location at the event to feed their babies, pump/express milk and change diapers with privacy and comfort.
Grand Design RV launched its new Lineage Series E, expanding its motorized portfolio with a new Class C motorhome, built on the Ford E-450 chassis. Leading the Series E’s launch is the 30DC floorplan, featuring a residential-inspired interior designed to maximize living space, comfort and storage.
Airstream has added World Traveler 17RB to its lightweight, aerodynamic World Traveler Travel Trailer line. In line with the World Traveler 22RB model, the new compact 17-foot travel trailer can be towed by a wide range of vehicles, including crossovers, SUVs and lightweight pickups.
inTech has introduced the redesigned 2027 Aucta line, featuring the Aucta Magnolia, Aucta Willow and Aucta Sycamore. Built on inTech‘s all-aluminum, fully welded frame construction, every Aucta model features premium interior finishes and expanded off-grid capabilities.
DM Vans sold out its entire 2026 model year production three months ahead of schedule. DM Vans builds its Lifestyle Vehicle by hand in Rifle, Colorado, with a direct-to-consumer model.
Outside Van announced the expansion of its national dealer network to include Donohoo Auto, located in Pelham, Alabama. This partnership establishes a foothold for Outside Van in the Southeast, bringing its adventure vehicles directly to the region’s rapidly growing outdoor and overlanding community.
Embassy RV launched its new Uncharted Dolphin and Cape Cod product lines. The Uncharted package features all-terrain wheels and tires, lifted suspension and an added roof rack and side access. These additional features are built on Embassy’s no-wood, all-composite platform for quality and durability.
RV DEALERS
Lichtsinn RV team members were invited to attend the quarterly Winnebago employee town hall, where the dealership was recognized for its 50-year partnership with Winnebago. During the meeting, Chris West, president of the Winnebago Motorhomes and Specialty Vehicles Division, thanked and congratulated the Lichtsinn team and presented them with a commemorative metal sign to mark the occasion.
In July, PleasureLand RV celebrated 55 years with a company-wide Customer Appreciation and 55th Anniversary Celebration. “Reaching 55 years in business is an incredible milestone, and it simply wouldn’t have been possible without the support of our customers, employees, manufacturing partners and the communities we’ve been privileged to serve,” said Brad Bacon, president and CEO of PleasureLand RV.
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