Why People Choose RVs?

Flexibility and convenience - Owning an RV makes taking vacations simple. Studies show that people with RVs are far more likely to make getaways than those who don't own RVs. They are great for families who want to escape the stress of everyday life and if kept packed with the RVing essentials, RVs are ready to travel at any given time. According to the Louis Harris research, nine out of ten RV owners agree that RVs are a great way to travel, because they eliminate the need to pack and unpack bulky suitcases.

Versatility-In addition to being great for traveling and camping, RVs are being used year-round for a variety of uses including Full Time Rving, outdoor activities like fishing and hunting, vacation homes, commuting, guests houses, attending sporting events and visiting family and friends.

Comfort-RVs are generally fully self-contained and have complete living, cooking, dining, sleeping and bathroom facilities to provide travelers with the amenities and comforts of home while on the road. RV manufactures are building a variety of RVs: CLASS A MOTORHOMES, CLASS B MOTORHOMES, CLASS C MOTORHOMES, TRAVEL TRAILERS, FIFTH WHEELS, TOY HAULERS, TRUCK CAMPERS, AND TENT TRAILERS.

Affordability- According to a recent study comparing Vacation costs, RV vacations are the most economical, from one-third to three-quarters less expensive. Families with children especially agreed it easier to load up an RV verses an airplane.

Family appeal- Families that vacation by RV reported that it increases sense of togetherness and helps to improve communication within the family. Recent research by Louis Harris and Associates found that 92% of parents who own an RV said that RVs are the best way to travel with family and children. Even more interesting, 63% of parents who have never owned an RV agreed.

The great outdoors- RVs can take travelers virtually anywhere --to the mountains, to the lake, beaches, hunting, tourist attractions luxury RV resorts, white water rafting and more.

Who is the RV traveler?

Over the last few years RV ownership has hit record highs. The University of Michigan Survey Research Center found that one out of every 10 vehicle-owning households in the United States owns an RV. That number rises to one in nine among households headed by 35 to 54 year-olds. RV owners are closely divided among empty-nesters aged 55 and up, enjoying the freedom of frequent retirement travel, and 35-54-year-old couples raising families, who appreciate the convenience economy and enjoyment of RV vacations. According to the University of Michigan, 40% of America's RVers are aged 55 and up while 45% are between the ages of 35 and 54. The average RV owner is 48 years old, owns their own home, is married, has a household income of $47,000, buys in order to travel and camp and is overwhelmingly pleased with the purchase. There are an estimated 30 million RV enthusiasts in the United States.

What does the future hold for the RV industry?

The University of Michigan projects the number of RV-owning households will rise from the current 8.6 million to 10.4 million in the year 2010 --a gain of 2l percent, outpacing overall U.S. household growth of 15 percent. Among all U.S. households, one-in-five intend to purchase an RV in the future according to the University of Michigan study. Changes in the frequency and duration of vacations also favor the RV industry. Americans are traveling more but over short distances and on weekends with less planning, according to recent studies. Today's RVs are more modern including expandable rooms, high-tech satellite systems, queen-sized beds, washers and dryers and much more. Innovations in RVs will certainly continue as manufacturers strive to provide RVers with all the conveniences of home