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Chase Insurance Group - Homeowners Insurance ")} else if (document.all){document.write("")} else {document.write("")}//-- Home About Us Careers Contact Us Find Us Privacy & Security Site Map Log On Search Individuals Small Business Advice & Planning Customer Center Insurance Personal Property Chase Protect Your Most Valuable Possessions. Since 1666 when the first private home insurance was issued following the Great Fire of London, home owners have been protecting their homes -- and their families' standard of living -- with homeowners insurance. What Is Homeowners Insurance? This coverage helps limit your financial losses if your home or its contents are damaged, destroyed, or stolen. For a budgetable annual premium, if you are adequately insured, homeowners insurance shifts the bulk of the exposure to the insurance company. So, depending on your policy, if your possessions are lost or damaged owing to fire, theft, vandalism, storm or another covered disaster, your homeowners insurance can help rebuild, repair or replace the asset. It can also pay damages if someone is hurt on your property. (Note that flood damage is not covered under homeowners policies and must be purchased separately.) Who Needs Homeowners Insurance? You may if you own a home, whether it be a single family home, duplex, condominium or mobile home. When you apply for a mortgage, the lender will generally require proof of homeowners insurance to protect both their and your investment in your home. Even when not required, however, homeowners insurance is the single best way to protect against unexpected losses. How Does It Work? Depending on your individual need and budget, homeowners insurance can be purchased in a number of "packages." Coverage may insure against losses owing to: Injury occurring on your property. Fire and lightning. Smoke damage. Windstorms and hail. Vandalism. Theft. Explosions. Riots and civil commotion. Damage by vehicles and aircraft. Glass breakage. Premiums are based on the level of coverage, individual company rates (which may vary significantly), the value of your home and its contents, its location, and the amount of your deductible. Why Should I Find Out More? Ask yourself the following: If my home burned down, how would I find the financial resources to rebuild it? If my home were broken into and my possessions stolen or vandalized, how would I replace them quickly and without sacrifice? If a neighbor slipped and was injured on my property, would I be willing to risk paying for a lawsuit? If a tree fell on my roof, how would I pay for the repairs? Homeowners insurance can limit your liability to your deductible amount if a covered event takes place. Homeowners Insurance In Action: One Example When Lou and Sally returned home from their usual Thursday evening dinner out at their favorite restaurant, they were met by fire trucks and police cars in the driveway. An electrical short in the stereo system had caused a fire that destroyed 40 percent of their home. Because they had a homeowners policy with broad coverage, their out-of-pocket expenses were minimal relative to the total costs sustained. The insurance company paid their temporary housing costs up to the coverage limit. Get your mortgage from Chase. Make smarter home financing decisions and find the right mortgage by visiting the Chase Home Finance Center to check current mortgage rates, use calculators and apply online. Where can I get more information? For more information contact your local insurance agent. Content is for informational purposes only and may not accurately reflect your specific situation. Information is not intended to provide legal, tax, or accounting advice. You should consult a qualified advisor for advice specific to your own circumstances. Date last updated - October 11, 2001. Statement of Disclosure Home | JPMorgan | JPMorgan Chase Terms & Conditions © 2006 JPMorgan Chase & Co.

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Freightliner Custom Chassis – Freightliner LLC GO Site Map | Contact Us Freightliner Custom Chassis Corporation Sprinter Freightliner Trucks Freightliner Market Development Corporation Sterling Trucks Thomas Built Buses Unimog Western Star Trucks Government Vehicles Exports Detroit Diesel Corporation Media Room Press Releases Trade Shows & Events Contact Information Why Freightliner Career FAQs Military Experience Job Search Who We Are Executive Committee Quick Facts Where We Work Our Vision and Values Our History Our Future A DaimlerChrysler Company President's Message Quality Manufacturing Total Customer Support Safety and Innovation Environment Community Freightliner People Brands and Businesses Freightliner Custom Chassis Corporation   Sprinter   Freightliner Trucks   Freightliner Market Development Corporation   Sterling Trucks   Thomas Built Buses   Unimog   Western Star Trucks   Government Vehicles   Exports   Detroit Diesel Corporation   http://www.freightlinerchassis.com Manufacturing Premium Chassis for Motor Homes, Walk-In Vans and Buses Trusted by some of the most respected names in the delivery, motor home and bus industries, Freightliner Custom Chassis Corporation (FCCC), manufactures premium vehicle chassis for walk-in cabs, motor homes, school buses and commercial buses. Established by Freightliner LLC in 1995, FCCC has experienced significant growth and today is a leading chassis producer for a variety of industries. Nearly two-thirds of all walk-in diesel van chassis sold today are made by FCCC, making it the world's largest manufacturer of diesel walk-in van chassis. The company also holds more than half the market in Type A diesel motor home chassis, and more than a quarter of the market in conventional school bus chassis. Freightliner Custom Chassis At A Glance Headquarters 552 Hyatt Street, Gaffney, South Carolina 29341 Manufacturing Locations Gaffney, South Carolina Products Chassis for motorhomes, school and shuttle buses, and walk-in delivery vans Founded 1995 FCCC custom-built chassis keep delivery vans large and small on the road and working. FCCC makes light-duty chassis for use in the snack food, vending and baking industries; medium-duty chassis for parcel delivery and industrial linen service; and heavy-duty chassis for applications such as newspaper delivery, utility repair and emergency response vehicles. In the motor home chassis category, FCCC is the chassis of choice for some of the world's best-known motor home brands. Motor home manufacturers choose Freightliner chassis because of their exceptional ride and handling characteristics, tight turning radius and dependable diesel engines that last longer and require less maintenance than gasoline engines. For the bus market, FCCC supplies the chassis used by Thomas Built Buses, another Freightliner LLC brand, as well as number of other customers in the commercial bus market for use as mass transit, tour and charter buses. In partnership with Freightliner, FCCC offers an extensive network of service locations across the country. More than 350 Freightliner dealers in the U.S. and Canada provide sales and service, including 50 dealers in the Freightliner Oasis Network that cater to motor home owners. Freightliner Custom Chassis Corporation is based in Gaffney, S.C., where it employs more than 900 people at its state-of-the-art manufacturing facility. Visit the Freightliner Custom Chassis website . Locate a Freightliner Custom Chassis dealer: US Canada Home | About Freightliner LLC | Media Room | Work at Freightliner © Freightliner LLC Privacy Statement, Legal Notices and Terms Freightliner LLC is a DaimlerChrysler company.

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ARV has a fully equipped modern workshop employing quality tradesmen, including Furniture Maker and Panel Beater/Bodymaker. ARV carryout all types of repairs, modifications and insurance work. ARV is a great place to stop for all your RV requirements. Ph. 02 6496 4411 Australian Motor Homes : Central Coast, NSW Australia's finest Motorhome Showrooms and Display. Leading the way in new and pre-owned motorhome sales. An experienced and friendly team. Austrek RV Motorhome Conversions : Bonbeach, Melbourne, VIC Uncompromising in our endeavours, we've created a superior conversion of Mercedes Benz 413 CDi, giving the most spacious, ready to drive away motorhome with the most included options and energy independence. Visit our website for loads of images and text that will leave you in no doubt we've achieved our mission. Ballina Campervan & Leisure Centre : NSW North Coast Specialising in the small end of the market, we stock a large range of layouts in campervans and small motorhomes. We can supply you with a new or used vehicle with a new campervan conversion, or you can supply the vehicle. Whichever way, if it's to do with a campervan we can help!! Bartrak Campervan and Motorhome Rentals : Vic Bartrak has on offer a range of superbly maintained ex-rental campervans and motorhomes. Save big $$$$$ on "as new" vehicles. Most under 3 years old. Ask about our free "try before you buy" scheme (conditions apply). Click on our logo to view our current sample list of vehicles that we have on offer. Brisbane RVs : North & South of Brisbane, QLD Two Big Display Centres north and south of Brisbane. Great selection of new and pre-owned Motorhomes, Campervans and Fifth Wheelers. Brands include Winnebago, Sunliner, Suncamper, Maui Britz and Ulysses. We also carry a huge selection of caravans. See our friendly experienced staff. Visit our website for directions. Carrigg Motorhomes : Perth, WA Carrigg Motorhomes director Raymond Carrigg is a shipwright by trade. He expertly builds motorhomes as a family business where craftsmanship and perfection will be to your satisfaction. Photos on the website reflect the quality you can expect from a motorhome now available and future conversions. Coffs Caravans & Motorhomes : Coffs Harbour, NSW Looking for a motorhome, campervan or other RV? Two acres of motorhomes, including new Suncamper, Matilda and Aussie Motorhomes - and our ever expanding second hand fleet, await your inspection at Coffs Caravans & Motorhomes, midway Brisbane and Sydney. Come visit let one of our motorhomes take you on an adventure today. Country Motor Company Winnebago : NSW South Coast Authorised Winnebago NSW & ACT Dealer - JUST TWO HOURS SOUTH OF SYDNEY. Comprehensive range of new and used Winnebagos for your inspection. Many are one owner with low kilometres. Visit our website, then phone Bill Kitchener toll free on 1800 048 810 or 0403 463 339. Cruise RV's : Sunshine Coast, QLD Luxury gooseneck mobile homes custom built to suit your taste and requirements. Australian owned and manufactured, Cruise RV's are built to suit Australian standards and conditions. Our aim is to consistently provide an excellent finished product with not just satisfied but delighted customers. This includes an ATM suitable for your tow vehicle. Dave Benson Caravans : Adelaide, SA Sunliner Dealership recently established. Flagstaff Fifth Wheel Dealer (including the super light Flagstaff 22 which offers spacious interiors with flush-floor slide-outs). . Australia's largest range (over 100) of new and used recreational vehicles and leisure products in Australia's largest undercover showroom. We also provide accessories, servicing, finance, and extended warranty. Denning Manufacturing Pty Ltd : Brisbane QLD Combining the manufacture of bus and coach bodies with the production of motorhomes. Our purpose designed, locally built two and three axle motorhome chassis, full coach style airbag suspension, American engines/transmission, rated towing capacity of 4000kg and 6000kg respectively. Body to lock up only. Previously known as Aussie Drifter. Dick White Bus and Motorhome Sales : Alstonville, North Coast of NSW Located on the North coast of NSW and stocking a large range of buses/coaches for school/charter work and motorhome or camper conversions. Dick has 35 years experience in the bus and coach industry, the last 7 years involved in the motorhome industry with conversions/fitouts and the supply of motorhome/RV equipment. Discoverer Campers : Revesby, Sydney, NSW Australia’s newest campervan and van accessory supercentre, incorporating a showroom and manufacturing facility, showcases our comprehensive range of accessories and our expanding range of new and used campervans. Campervan servicing and accessory fitting is performed on site by our qualified staff. Our website includes a down loadable Kia Pregio camper brochure. Dove Campers : Perth, WA Western Australias leading name in camper conversions, gained from twenty years experience. Great range of new and used campers as well as parts and accessories in stock or we can convert a vehicle to your exact requirements. Make sure your leisure time is quality time by using our experience and expertise. Dryden Trailers : Qld We are proud to be a 100% Australian owned family company, manufacturing just south of Brisbane. Why not make the RV lifestyle your reality instead of a dream? Visit our website www.drydentrailers.com.au to find out all about fifth wheeler trailer homes - prices start around $65,000. We can also help with repairs to motorhomes and extras like fitting drinking water tanks - just ask! Fifth Wheelers Australia : Vic We specialise in importing quality New & Used 5th wheel units for the Australian market. Every unit we sell comes fully converted & registered for Australian standards. Fifth Wheel units are high in luxury and flexibility, as well as being incredibly stable & reliable on the road. Check out a 5th wheel unit. Its time to Think Again! Flagstaff - Forest River Australia The new Flagstaff 23 fifth wheels with slides designed/built specifically for the new Hi-Lux, Rodeo, and Australian utes. Genuine Australian model 240V and gas appliances. Full US factory backed warranty. The only units built specifically for Australia by the factory. Australian distributor. Geist Range of Caravans and Motorhomes : National Represent a unique combination of German Engineering and Australian Style. The range is set apart by attention to detail and distinctive new approach to design. Geist offers a national dealer network and full parts and service back-up Australia wide including a 5-year warranty on water leaks. Getaway RV : Ringwood, VIC Specialising in the sale of campervans and motorhomes. Second hand vehicles, ranging from $5,000 to $100,000 include ex rentals - Melbournes only ex rental Britz Mauri resellers. Generous Buy-back scheme at a guaranteed price (conditions apply) means you can properly budget for your big trip. Our sister company provides rental vehicles. I & D Industries : Sydney, NSW We are a family owned business with over 30 years experience in the Campervan and Motorhome industry. We can customise a conversion to suit your requirements or we have vehicles already converted for immediate delivery. We also do Motorhome Smash Repairs and renovations. Visit our website for further details. International Trucks Iveco : National Iveco is fast becoming a popular choice for motorhomes because the range covers vans and cab-chassis light commercials which combine car-like economy and ease of operation with truck-like toughness. The cab is designed with ergonomics in mind, high levels of comfort and comprehensive standard equipment - including climate-control air-conditioning. Jacana : Taree, NSW Coach Conversions. Quality fitout of new or re manufactured vehicles. Custom build to suit your needs of living design. 20 years of interior fitout in both Marine and Motorhome industry has proven our construction techniques using no MDF, chipboard or staples will provide years of trouble free living and appreciated luxury. Jayco : National Dealership With 29 years experience as Australia's leading recreational vehicle manufacturer, Jayco used its state-of-the-art high-tech manufacturing processes to build an extraordinary campervan. Jayco's award winning design team used its know-how and technical excellence to create a new benchmark in luxurious campervan design. The results are proudly displayed on our website. John Hughes RV Centre : Perth, WA John Hughes' RV Centre, the exclusive WA agent for Sunliner Recreational Vehicles and Matilda Motorhomes, offers the best range of new and pre-owned campervans and motorhomes in WA. Contact Mike Humble and his team for experienced advice on purchasing/hiring recreational vehicles, accessories, service and finance packages and "Live the Dream". Kea Campers (Australia) Pty Ltd Proudly sells new and well maintained ex-rental campervans, motorhomes & 4WD's at very competitive prices. Vehicles are ADR approved and designed to provide quality, comfort and luxury. KEA has sales offices in Adelaide, Alice Springs, Brisbane, Cairns, Darwin, Melbourne, Perth and Sydney. Visit us - We are ready when you are. Lifestyle RV : Brisbane Qld Lifestyle RVs specialise in conversion of Mercedes Benz Sprinter, Toyota Coaster and Nissan Civilian Buses. We do Pop Top conversions to Toyota Hi Ace, Ford and Mazda vans. We also manufacture (under licence) the award-winning Paradise Motor Homes Castaway and Oasis Mercedes Benz. Let us arrange a package to suit your budget. Lupara Motorhomes Pty Ltd : Devonport, TAS Turn your ute into a camper unit in around three minutes - with the simple press of a button, no manual labour, no specialised skills and in complete safety. During the week your ute can be used for working, while in camper mode, you have independent transport for shopping and touring. Matilda Luxury Motorhomes : Natl dealers Using a fully moulded one piece fibreglass body with a solid Tasmanian Oak interior – lightweight, strong and safe, your Matilda will never leak or corrode. Built to last, retain their value for life and to certainly impress. Now proudly owned by Australia’s leading fibreglass specialists’ since 1969, Ron Gee Enterprises. Melbourne RV Centre : Melbourne Vic With over 70 years of collective experience in the RV industry, we have a large range of new and used campervans and motorhomes and are the only authorised agent for Sunliner in Melbourne . Our Service and Repair centre focuses on after-sales service, upgrades and general maintenance. Free Airport pick up for interstate customers. Motorhomes Queensland : Sunshine Coast, QLD New Matilda, Trakka Motorhomes, King of the Road and Travelhome 5th Wheelers – Also a wide range of new and pre-loved motorhomes. Although based on Queensland's Sunshine Coast, we have satisfied customers Australia wide and take pleasure and pride in introducing our customers to the joys of motorhoming. Oasis Leisure Vehicles : Bayswater, Melbourne The Applause motorhome, built on the superb Fiat Ducato by AVan Campers and Caravans, is now available. AVan Campers, famous for the A shaped Avan Campers, have vast experience in manufacturing RVs and great care is paid to innovation, superb design and weight control. Oasis is the Victorian and Tasmanian Distributor. Odessa Motorhomes Pty Ltd : Sydney NSW Odessa Motor Homes director Harry Messent, a joiner/cabinet maker by trade, expertly crafts the cabinetry for each vehicle and personally supervises all other qualified tradespeople working on the Odessa Mk 2. Odessa Motor Homes is a family run business and their motto is that customer satisfaction is always their top priority. Outback Motorhomes Pty Ltd : Silverdale, NSW Creating high quality and luxurious motor homes at an affordable price. The C-Class 23 ft Outack Cruiser, the A-Class 28 ft Flinders and 31ft Kimberley motor homes are Australian made and direct from the factory to you. For more information, call 1300 558 092, email sales@outbackmotorhomes.com.au or visit our website. Pacific RV : North Coast NSW USA built, first class components, aluminium frame combines lightweight with "aviation" strength. “Penthouse on wheels", "luxury plus", "very impressive with dual opposite slideouts" said new owners. Visit the website, phone Richard 02 6624 2962 or 0414 285 311. THOR CALIFORNIA DEALER no 000559 for AUSTRALIA. Gas compliance AS 5601 AG 601code 2002. Paradise Motorhomes : Qld Gold Coast Excellence by Design. Specialising in award-winning Luxury Motorhomes driven on a Standard Licence. With innovative patented designs and procedures the new "Liberation" with two slide-outs combines all the advantages of a cab-chassis with the space and roominess of an "A" Class motorhome. Contact paradisemhomes@bigpond.com.au for the complete product range. Parkland Winnebago : WA The Western Australian retailer of new Winnebago motorhomes. Also sell quality used motorhomes and campervans. Our modern and well equipment service department maintains and repairs all types of recreational vehicles. Spare parts and accessories sold and fitted as required. So if you are in WA, make sure you visit us! Pegasus Motor Homes Pty Ltd : Brisbane Pegasus is the “Home of the 40’ers”, specialising in Custom built Motorhomes. They designed/built their first Disability friendly Motorhome just last year. The finished product is motorhome in appearance, rather than a converted coach. Internal/external skins are removed, rust treated, roof raised and mid mount door fitted – just for starters! Queensland RV : Qld Sunshine Coast Situated on the Sunshine Coast, Queensland RV is the largest one-stop RV dealer in the state, selling new Winnebago motorhomes, new Royal Flair caravans, new QRV campervans and stocking a large selection of pre-owned motorhomes, campers and caravans. Our diverse range of stock means we can trade more competively than other dealers. Why not give us a try? RV Oz Pty Ltd : Batemans Bay NSW Authorised Australian dealer and distributor for Coachmen Industries USA. Coachmen, one of the largest RV companies in the world, have been building premium quality recreational vehicles for over 40 years. Visit our sales centre on the Princess Highway in Batemans Bay NSW and inspect our range of premium quality recreational vehicles. Sunliner : Melbourne Vic Go as far as your dreams will take you! Sunliner Recreational Vehicles is dedicated to the design, manufacture and distribution of high quality and luxurious recreational vehicles. Life on the road in a Sunliner is enjoyable and relaxing. There's no parking, unpacking, bad food and hauling suitcases! Visit our website to see the huge range of quality vehicles. Sunshine State RV : Sunshine Coast, Qld Located at Mooloolaba, SUNSHINE STATE RV is an authorized distributor for SUNLINER Recreational Vehicles. A comprehensive range of new SUNLINER Motor Homes on display, each appointed with luxury features to make your dream become a reality without compromising your lifestyle. Open Monday to Saturday; click our logo for more information. Sutherland American RV Sales : Qld Gold Coast Olympian 5th Wheelers are manufactured in Indiana USA, and these are built to Australian requirements. The door is on the correct side, and they have 240 volt. All come with Qld rego, ready to go. Sutherlands are on the Gold Coast. Ph 07 5596 0111 or 0417 944192. Sydney Campervan & Motorhome RV Centre : Northern Beaches of Sydney Number 1 Dealer of preowned Trakka Campers & Motorhomes - selling & buying across Australia. We offer friendly, expert advice to help you choose from our great display of quality used vehicles & are agents for New Trakkas on the Northern Beaches of Sydney. Ph (02) 9979 4449. Email info@sydneyrvcentre.com.au TJ Motorhomes : Sydney, NSW We buy & sell used Motorhomes & Campervans. Large selection in stock at all times - and more arriving regularly. We also perform any alterations, conversions & modifications to suit your requirements. With 43 years experience in the industry, visit us 1st for all your mobile travel needs. Conversion kits in stock. Trailblazers RV : Braeside, Melbourne, VIC The Trailblazers range of Ultralite Slide-on Campers & Fifth Wheelers are custom built for the smaller single & twin cab 1 tonners through to "F" Trucks. The lightweight bodies are built in Canada to Australian specifications, the chassis and final fit out, using local appliances are completed in our Melbourne factory. Trakka : NSW, Vic & Qld Trakka, multi-award winning Australian company with an exceptional range of Motorcampers. World-class excellence and expertise in Motorcampers for over 30 years. From compact campervans (Trakkadu, Torino) to mobile grand residence (Sandpiper, Veneto). 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Winnebago Industries : National Australia's number 1 Motorhome Manufacturer, with a network of Dealers offering Sales and Service Australia wide. To contact your nearest dealer please call toll free 1800 102 201 or for further information please email: information@winnebago.com.au 100% Australian Owned and Operated. Wirr-away Motor Homes : Mildura, VIC An innovative 24ft motorhome built on a Mercedes 413/416 with a high quality finish, inside and out. Features: Interior- island bed, separate toilet/shower, pullout pantry, swivel chairs, ample under bed storage; Exterior - all essentials for outdoor living including shower, BBQ and table. Awarded five star rating. Competitively priced. Wombat Conversions : Horsham, VIC Glide-Ons (Slide-Ons but much easier to operate) are our specialty but we build motorhomes as well. We take pride in providing high quality motorhomes and campers about which our customers can honestly say, Just what we wanted! 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RVIA - Media: Quotable Sources Quotable Sources RVIA offers a diverse group of RV experts that are available year-round for media interviews. For further information, click here or contact Ken Sommer or Jim Lubinskas at (703) 620-6003, ext. 304 or 347 respectively. Download high-resolution photos . RVIA spokesperson interviews can be arranged by contacting Fran Connors or Jon Tancredi at Barton-Gilanelli and Associates, (215) 592-8601. --- RVIA President David J. Humphreys Recognized travel authority and president of the Recreation Vehicle Industry Association (RVIA) David J. Humphreys is RVIA's chief spokesperson. His well-informed viewpoints on the state of the RV industry and reasons for its success have appeared on television and radio and in newspapers and magazines from coast to coast. As chairman of the board of the American Recreation Coalition, a federation of more than 100 recreation-related companies and associations, Mr. Humphreys also carries notable credentials as a spokesperson on travel industry issues. In recognition of his outstanding efforts in sustaining and enhancing America's outdoor legacy, he was honored with the Sheldon Coleman Great Outdoors Award. Previous recipients include Former President George Bush, National Geographic Society President Gilbert Grosvenor and Former Secretary of Transportation Rodney Slater. RV Historian David Woodworth Displaying any one of his more than two dozen fully restored antique RVs along with a state-of-the art modern counterpart, David Woodworth brings RV history to life. As the world's foremost RV historian, Woodworth traces the remarkable evolution of RV travel from its earliest roots nearly a century ago to the RV phenomenon of today. "RVing has been so popular for so long because it fills one of the most basic human needs – freedom," says Woodworth. "RVing began in the early 1900s because people wanted more travel options than the rail lines offered at the time. Today, people still want choices – the ability to go wherever they want, when they want. An RV enables you to do that because your lodgings travel with you." Brad and Amy Herzog Meet Brad and Amy Herzog, an enthusiastic Generation X couple, and their photogenic toddlers Luke and Jesse. They represent today's newest generation of RV enthusiasts who enjoy the many conveniences and comforts RVs provide to families traveling with young children. Brad is an author who finds inspiration for his writing on the road. He chronicled his RV travel experiences in States of Mind, which soared to No. 2 on Amazon.com's best-seller list following his appearance on ABC-TV's Who Wants to Be a Millionaire. His latest book, Small World , tells the tales of small hamlets with grandiose names such as Rome, Oregon, Moscow, Maine and Cairo, Illinois. "Every small town has wonderful, fascinating and profound stories just waiting to be told," the couple says. "An RV, with its child-friendly features and overall affordability, is the best way to see America up close and find those stories." Acclaimed Mystery Writer Sue Henry Acclaimed mystery author Sue Henry loves talking and writing about RV travel. Henry, who hails from Alaska, has won several prestigious literary awards, and her first book, Murder on the Iditarod Trail , sold over a million copies and was made into a TV movie. Her latest work, Serpent's Trail , features RV adventurer Maxie McNabb, who travels in her motorhome to Colorado to solve a mystery. "I love being able to travel and still be at home," says Henry. "You can relax, or work, in an RV because it's your own space. It's also a great way to meet a lot of interesting people–especially fellow RVers. Some of them have gone into my books, though they'd never recognize themselves." Cinematographer John Holod As an award-winning cinematographer, John Holod spends most of his life on the road, either traveling the world to film a new documentary or presenting travelogues to audiences around the country. Holod travels the way he likes best—in a state-of-the-art motorhome, and he'll explain why. It's not only his home, but also his studio where he edits and produces all of his films. Holod's RV travel documentaries include "Alaska RV Adventures: The Last Great Road Trip," which describes his 1,500-mile RV adventure along the Alaska Highway, and his newest film, "Baja RV Adventure," set in Mexico. His presentations take audiences on breathtaking rides to the most popular RV destinations, with unforgettable images of the scenery and people that make these journeys unique. Authors Marilyn Abraham and Sandy MacGregor After 52 combined years in the corporate fast lane, this husband-and-wife team quit the rat race, purchased a motorhome and took a four-month journey to Alaska that changed their lives. They'll tell you how RVing has simplified their lives and millions of others. "We saw an RV trip as something we could do to take control of our lives. It was the best of all worlds – we had complete freedom to come and go, eat and sleep when and where we wanted, the snack bar was always open and we got to sleep in our own bed. It also allowed us to visit remote areas where no tourist facility existed," says MacGregor. With their own RV travels serving as a catalyst, Abraham authored First We Quit Our Jobs: How One Work Driven Couple Got on the Road to a New Life and The Happy Camper Cookbook . Travel Expert and World-Class RVer Harry Basch For more than 20 years, travel writer Harry Basch has traveled the world in search of the best vacation destinations. But after visiting over 150 countries and taking more than 175 cruises, he'll tell you that RVing is the best way to vacation. "One of the benefits of being a travel writer is I can arrange to go to the most exotic and trendiest destinations in the world for free," says Basch. "But when it's time to take a vacation, I hit the road in my motorhome." Affordability, convenience, flexibility and freedom are just a few reasons why Basch finds RVing so appealing. His enthusiasm for RVing and travel expertise is reflected in Frommer's Exploring America by RV , a 430-page exploration of the United States by RV that he co-authored with his late wife and RV co-pilot Shirley Slater. Back to "For The Media" search | sitemap Recreation Vehicle Industry Association 1896 Preston White Drive, P.O. Box 2999 Reston, Virginia 20195-0999

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The Most Complete RV Resource Recreational Vehicle Recreational Vehicle (or RV) is a term used in North America to describe a large enclosed piece of equipment with wheels designed to be moved from place to place for people to temporarily live in and be protected from the elements while away from their permanent home. While RVs are intended for brief leisure activities such as vacations and camping, some people, especially retirees, live in their units and are known as fulltimers. RVs can be rented in major U.S. and Canadian cities. There are different classes of vehicles generally labelled as RVs: A truck camperTruck Camper - unit is affixed to the bed or chassis of a pickup truck. Folding Camping Trailer - also known as a pop-up trailer; a light-weight unit with sides that collapse for towing and storage Travel Trailer - heavier unit with rigid sides designed to be towed by most vehicles by means of a bumper or frame hitch Fifth Wheel Travel Trailer - designed to be towed by a pickup truck equipped with a special hitch in the truck bed Park Model - designed for occasional relocation and will require a special tow vehicle and a highway movement permit Motorhome ("Winnebago", a product of the Winnebago Company that dominated the market for many years, was long a synonym for a motorhome, but this usage has faded in recent years.) Class A Motorcoach - constructed on a specially designed motor vehicle chassis, typically resembling a bus Class B Campervan - built using a conventional van, to which a raised roof has been added Class C Mini-motorhome - built on an automotive manufactured chassis with an attached van cab section Toterhome, a motor home built around a semi truck chassis such as a freightliner. This type of motor home allows you to pull large and heavy trailers while having all the conveniences of a large motor home A minimal RV typically contains beds, a table, food preparation and storage areas. Larger models add full bathrooms, refrigerators, living areas, master bedrooms, etc. Some RVs are very elaborate, with satellite TV and internet access, slide-out wall panels, and awnings; many RVs can cost in excess of $100,000 and some can cost over $1 million. These high end RVs typically need to be financed by banks or specialized lenders. Many RVers stay at RV parks, most of which feature electrical, water and sewer service (full hookups), as well as cable television and wireless Internet. Amenties often include swimming pools, gamerooms and even destination-resort activities such as horseback riding. Advantages of RVs include not having to move one's things in and out of motel rooms, not having to rent multiple motel rooms, and the fact that preparing food saves money compared to eating in restaurants. At the same time, an RV provides more organized living space and better protection from the weather than a tent. Children also tend to like RVs. Disadvantages of RVs include low fuel economy for the motorized RV or tow vehicle, lack of maid service as experienced in motels (maid service is available at a few high-end resorts), and larger RV models can be hard for the novice to drive or tow. Some people also live in RVs because they lack funds for more conventional housing. Similarly, RVs ? specifically, trailers which strongly resemble travel trailers, but usually with fewer amenities ? have been used to temporarily house victims of natural disasters. A notable example is Hurricane Katrina; the federal disaster relief agency FEMA has ordered large numbers of such trailers to house victims of the storm in Louisiana and Mississippi. Some people craft their own RVs out of cars, vans (vandwellers), or used passenger and school buses. Elkhart, Indiana, is known as the "RV Capital of the World" because it is home to many RV manufacturers, including, Forest River, Heartland RV, the Damon Corporation, Four Winds, Hy-Line, Keystone, Monaco, Sun Valley, and Travel Supreme. Many other manufacturers, including Dutchman, Gulf Stream, and Jayco, can be found in the nearby towns of Goshen, Middlebury, Nappanee, and Wakarusa. In 2005, these locales experienced a boom because of the large number of trailers ordered to house Hurricane Katrina victims. From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia.