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The RV market may be picking up speed again

Jun 20, 2024
Recreational vehicle sales cratered in 2023 after a pandemic boost. Shipments are on track to be up 10% this year compared to last.
Shipments of recreational vehicles are on track to be up 10% this year compared to last. Above, an RV show in February 2023.
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After flooring it, RV sales slow down

May 29, 2023
Shipments of new vehicles are down over 50% since their pandemic highs as the industry heads into summer.
A Winnebago motor home. Recreational vehicles moved quickly off the lots during the pandemic, but purchases have stalled.
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