Top RV News: SEPT 11, 2024

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Thor Motor Coach Unveils New 2025 Motorhomes at Hershey

Calling all camping enthusiasts! Thor Motor Coach, an industry leader in innovative and family-friendly motorhomes, is thrilled to announce the debut of its latest 2025 models at America’s Largest RV Show in Hershey, Pennsylvania.

This highly anticipated event will be held at the Giant Center from Wednesday, September 11, to Sunday, September 15, showcasing current RV design and technology advancements. Visitors can explore new motorhomes firsthand, discover their unique features, and speak with experts onsite. They can also browse the most up-to-date camping accessories or attend hourly seminars about RV maintenance and other related topics at the event. To purchase tickets and learn more, visit www.largestrvshow.com.

Thor Motor Coach’s impressive show layout features many motorhomes, including Class A, Class B, and Class C models, such as all-wheel drive RVs, Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vans, toy haulers, and diesel pushers.

Newmar to Showcase Latest Models, Innovations at Hershey

NAPPANEE, Ind. – Newmar, a premium manufacturer of recreational vehicles that are the pinnacle of luxury, comfort, performance and design, is set to unveil a range of exciting new models and innovations at the 5th Annual America’s Largest RV Show, taking place from Sept. 11-15, 2024, at the Giant Center in Hershey, Pa.

Led by the introduction of Newmar’s newest model, the Northern Star, this year’s display will be one of the highlights of the event, featuring 19 luxury coaches and best-in-class features, according to a release.

“For more than 50 years, each Newmar coach has been individually handcrafted to provide?customers?an unrivaled luxury outdoor experience,” said Newmar President, Casey Tubman. “We’re excited to connect with our owners and future owners to share the latest innovations from our team, and highlight the joy more time spent outside with friends and family can provide.”

The Northern Star, new for the 2025 line-up, makes its debut as Newmar’s entry level diesel pusher, and offers RV enthusiasts another exceptional diesel option that combines luxury features and styling at a more accessible price point. The coach is available in 4 floorplans with an all-new interior and redesigned cockpit.

Freightliner Chassis Featured by Fleetwood, Tiffin at Hershey

GAFFNEY, S.C. – Freightliner Custom Chassis Corp. (FCCC) will be showcased by several OEMs at the 2024 America’s Largest RV Show, taking place Sept. 11-15 in Hershey, Pa. FCCC’s XCM chassis will be featured on the Fleetwood Palisade, while Tiffin will display its PowerGlide XC and PowerGlide SL platforms on the Allegro Bus and Zephyr, respectively, according to separate releases.

Fleetwood Palisade Powered by FCCC’s XCM Chassis

Fleetwood will be displaying its innovative new 2025 Palisade luxury Class A diesel coach powered by the XCM chassis from Freightliner Custom Chassis Corp. (FCCC) at the 2024 America’s Largest RV Show, taking place Sept. 11-15 in Hershey, PA.

The XCM’s modular design and lowered rear section offers enhanced floorplan versatility and pass-through storage capacity. Powered by a Cummins L9 engine offering 450HP and 1,250 lb.-ft. of torque, the 2025 Palisade powered by the XCM offers several FCCC industry-first innovations, including:

• RoadWatch suite of safety features like Roll Stability, Traction Control, Collision Mitigation and Adaptive Cruise Control
• An ergonomic steering wheel and column-mounted controls, paired with OptiView’s all-digital gauge display create a more automotive-like experience
• DriveTech ergonomic steering wheel and column-mounted controls, which eliminates the need to reach for every command and is the only driving system in the industry that places transmission controls at your fingertips
• V-Ride rear suspension for increased luxury amenity and cargo capacity while greatly reducing body roll
• UltraSteer fully integrated and precision-tuned tag axle providing a 17 percent reduction in curb-to-curb turning radius as compared to traditional fixed tag axle and a 20 percent tighter turning angle than the nearest competitor
• BrakeSync – factory-installed, factory-warranted supplemental braking system
• ZF independent front suspension with up to 60-degree wheel cut offering the tightest turning radius in the industry
• An industry-leading 5-year, 100,000-mile warranty backed by the most comprehensive service network around
• 24/7 Direct service and support with access to FCCC’s nationwide service network, including more than 450 service centers and 90+ RV-centric Oasis locations.

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