With detectable levels of outgassed formaldehyde well above levels recommended by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) in such mass-produced environments as mobile homes, R.V.s and trailers, one Indianapolis-based company is looking to provide viable portable air filtration solutions to combat the rising concern of formaldehyde gas in an airborne environment. Read »

Due to demand and the need to reduce fuel consumption, RealWheels Corporation offers new, redesigned Aerostyle Wheel Covers for commercial trucks, trailers and specialty vehicles. Installing these covers is a major step in making the trucks more efficient and more economical, resulting in lower fuel costs and less waste. As a bonus, they are made of stainless steel and maintenance free. Read »

Pedata RV Center sees the introduction of new technology as a wonderful indicator of positive movement for the recreational vehicle industry. As financing problems arise to cast shadows, the introduction of amazing new technologies like the Fleetwood Hybrid offer hope for a brighter future. On December 26, 2008, Fleetwood Enterprises RV Group presented its Hybrid motorhome offering an increased fuel economy up to 42%. Pedata RV Center looks forward to offering the Fleetwood Hybrid to consumers. Read »

Pedata RV Center and other dealers across the nation are taking note that major investment corporations are upping their financial interests reliant on the RV industry. The movement is seen as a positive indication of the industry's financial health for the new year. Prescott Group Capital Management is now the single largest holder of Monaco stock. The Tulsa, Oklahoma hedge fund upped its stake in Monaco to 4.1 million shares on December 16, 2008. Investment experts suggest that the move can be seen as a vote of confidence and that Prescott was just taking advantage of the current economy to get additional stock while it was undervalued. Read »

Mautofied.com, the leader in online custom auto classifieds, reached a sales milestone when the 10,000th custom auto changed hands in 2008. This represents a 58% sales growth over 2007. Read »

Thor Industries, Inc. announced it will re-establish Thor Credit in an effort to make RV financing available to more consumers interested in purchasing a new or used Thor recreational vehicle. Dealerships like Pedata RV Center see the benefits as credit hungry consumers are attracted to Thor inventory. Read »

For years, Fire Departments, Tow Companies, Motor Home Owners, Pickup Truck and Specialty Vehicle owners have attempted to jerry-rig do-it-yourself flag pole holders to mount onto their vehicles, without much luck. The design team at RealWheels Corporation (RWC) in Gurnee, Illinois took this challenge seriously, and developed a Universal Vehicle Flag Pole System. Read »

For the past five years, the team at automotive accessory manufacturer RealWheels Corporation (RWC) has been creating some of the coolest themed vehicles in the nation. At the automotive industry's huge SEMA (Specialty Equipment Market Association) event in Las Vegas, they showcased their Cheap Trick Dream Police Tactical Vehicle. This Chevy Avalache is dressed up in RealWheels accessories with Rock Band 2 hooked up to a TV and sound system in the back to honor the legendary rock band Cheap Trick. Read »

Coachmen Industries, Inc. CEO, Rick Lavers, announced that the Coachmen shareholders approved the agreement to sell the company's RV business to Forest River, Inc. that was signed on November 20, 2008. The shareholders obviously recognized a good thing when the agreement details were presented because more than 99% voted in favor of the transaction. Pedata RV Center's Clint Ethington sees the move as, "one more step forward to combat a sluggish economy. " RV dealers across the nation have seen the affects of the current economic climate and any positive movement is met with excitement in an industry that will require change to move forward. Read »

Auto Seller Network Inc. announced today an agreement in principle to list its local Canadian inventory within the Canwest Global Media (TSX: CGS and CGS.A) online classified network. Read »