Key Points Downtime costs more than power. Outages during peak season hit guest experiences hard. Hidden infrastructure, hidden costs. Decades-old wiring can mean the full price isn’t known until you’re mid-upgrade. Know before you go. An electrician-led audit is the cheapest first step. Outdated or undersized power infrastructure could be costing your caravan holiday park […]
Article by DLL Australia’s RV industry operates within a distinctive commercial environment. Seasonal demand cycles, high‑value inventory and evolving consumer expectations place constant pressure on dealers to balance stock availability with cash flow. At the same time, manufacturers rely on strong, well‑capitalised dealer networks to maintain production momentum, protect market share and bring new models […]
Becoming the first RVMAP-accredited rental operator isn’t just a headline for Cruisin’ Motorhomes. It’s not the end goal either. It’s a clear statement of intent from a company willing to invest in quality, safety and long-term improvement. “We don’t view RVMAP as simply another accreditation or logo,” said Melanie Lucas from Cruisin’ Motorhomes. “It provides […]
By Retain Media Twenty years ago, the average vehicle buyer visited five dealers on the path to purchase. Today, the median buying journey spans six months – double what it was in 2017. Nowadays, buyers are time-poor and no longer physically go from dealer to dealer to do their research. Just as when they book […]
It would be naive to pretend the past few months have been easy for our industry. Several dealerships and manufacturers have closed their doors. For the people affected – customers, employees and suppliers among them – that pain is real. As the peak national body, we think it’s important to speak plainly about what is […]
Caravan Industry Association of Australia and our state trade associations have united behind the largest market stimulus in industry history. The No Better Time campaign is a three-year, $3 million commitment designed to bring more Australians to the open road and through your doors. What’s now live The campaign’s consumer platform, nobettertime.com.au, went live in early […]
Most salespeople talk. Wayne Chevis listens. As Assistant National Sales Manager for MDC Campers and Caravans (MDC), Wayne has built his reputation on steering customers toward the right product – even when that means a smaller sale. That philosophy earned him the 2026 Ultimate Business Systems – RV Salesperson of the Year Award, presented at […]
Presenting research from the 11th annual State of the Industry Report at this year’s National Conference, Peter Clay, Caravan Industry Association of Australia’s General Manager of Research and Insights, outlined the key trends shaping the sector across manufacturing, RV supply and registrations, accommodation performance, domestic travel demand and the broader economic outlook. Here are some […]
For caravan holiday parks, online visibility is everything. Whether travellers are planning their next holiday, searching for accommodation or exploring destinations, your park needs to be where they are looking. The Australian Tourism Data Warehouse (ATDW) is Australia’s national tourism distribution platform, powering thousands of tourism websites and helping businesses connect with travellers across the […]
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