subject: Class A Motorhomes & Travel Trailers Sales Increase Over 2009 [print this page] Class A Motorhomes & Travel Trailers Sales Increase Over 2009
2010 started off strong for the RV Industry. Sales were up over the previous year and everyone was feeling positive about the coming months. However, few openly declared the recession was over and the industry has been feeling out how the rest of the year is going to turn out. Would people open their wallets for costly items such as Class A Motorhomes and RVs? The good news is the latest reports say the trend is continuing. Sales are still increasing and the forecast is looking good.
The first three months of 2010 have seen almost a doubling of sales from manufacturers to dealers over the previous year. Dealers starting to restock inventory as a result of increased interest from consumers. Throughout the year, trade shows have consistently reported higher attendance and higher sales. March sales rose 87.5% over March of 2009.
Some of the most popular sales items are the lighter weight towables, pop-ups and campers. While the recession may be fading, people are still cautious about how much they are spending. Families are vacationing closer to home to save money and are utilizing campgrounds over hotels for additional savings. Buying lightweight towables saves money on fuel.
New technology has made these products more aerodynamic and increases consumer savings as they travel. With kitchenettes and bathrooms, they do almost everything a Class A RV does in less space.
Thinking Class A Motorhomes were out of the market would be a mistake. Their sales have doubled over last year and traditional RVs are still associated with the freedom of life on the road. While more costly, these are luxury vehicles with all the comforts of home and easily accommodate families and friends.
In a boost for the RV Industry, 2010 happens to be 100 years since the first RVs were created. The timing couldn't be better to help spread the word about RVing. The more people are made aware of the American pastime of RVing and the long history it has had, the more people are likely to consider an RV as a means of travel. Both industry heavyweights GoRving and RVIA are getting behind the centennial celebration with increased advertising. RVIA has been working with states to make the RV Centennial Celebration Month official. So far they have had success with Indiana, Iowa and Louisiana.
The future is looking bright for the RV Industry. As summer rolls around, the true test will begin. Summer is RV season. It's the time when rentals increase and sales should be at an all time high. The more exposure the industry gets, the better their odds of coming out ahead.
The summer tends to be some of the busiest months for RV rentals and sales and dealers are gearing up. With a positive outlook, upgraded campgrounds and more amenities for RV enthusiasts, this looks as if it will be a strong summer for RV dealers and manufacturers.
