Top RV News: NOV 25, 2024

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Ronald McDonald House Radiothon Seeks ‘House Heroes’

SOUTH BEND, Ind. – Kierstin Eifler, CEO of Ronald McDonald House Charities of Michiana (RMHC), is seeking support for her organization so it can provide services to families of ailing children free of charge.

She has recorded a video to help members of the public learn how to become a “House Hero,” empowering the South Bend-based organization – long supported by the Elkhart County RV industry – to reach its goals.

Eifler also encouraged the public to tune in to South Bend radio station U93 (92.9 FM) from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Dec. 3 for a “Radiothon” to hear stories from RMNC families and learn about the impact a gift makes in the community.

Video: Coach House Marks 40th with ‘Heritage’ Debut

From Coach House RV: The Heritage is the culmination of four decades of redefining quality in motorhomes. Featuring exclusive finishes, a commemorative 40-year badge, and the meticulous attention to detail that sets Coach House apart, this limited-edition model is a milestone in luxury RV design. Explore the craftsmanship, legacy, and innovation behind the Heritage. Thank you for 40 years of support—this motorhome is a tribute to you, our customers.

Winnebago Connect App ‘Brings RVs Into the 21st Century’

Apps that allow you to remotely monitor and control various functions on your car have been around for years, and now the RV industry is catching up, according to a report by Motor Trend. Industry heavyweight Winnebago has now entered the fray with its new Connect in-vehicle system that—you guessed it—connects to the Winnebago smartphone app, and you’ll never want to go RVing without it again.

What’s So Connected About It?

RVs, if you’re unfamiliar, have a lot of features that require your attention and care. Everything from lights to water pumps to climate control, kitchen appliances, slide-outs, and holding tanks. Nearly all of them are used every day while traveling, and every one needs to be monitored. In the past, checking the amount of fresh water left in your tank or the electricity left in the battery meant finding one of several tiny panels (often one for each system) with LED lights indicating levels. It all works, but it’s not a particularly smart or modern system. These days, like so many other things, there’s an app for that.

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