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RVing Might Help Protect Your Brain, New Study Suggests
A UC Davis study found that people with a strong sense of purpose were 28% less likely to develop cognitive decline or dementia. For many older adults, that sense of purpose may come from RV travel. The lifestyle offers adventure, physical activity, and mental stimulation – factors that researchers and RV anthropologists agree could help with healthy aging.
Read moreNational Parks Are Struggling as Staff Cuts Take a Toll
Internal data from the National Park Service shows that cuts made during the Trump administration are now leading to reduced hours, closed programs, and safety concerns across multiple parks. Park rangers are stretched thin, volunteers are filling in gaps, and even basic maintenance is being delayed. The Interior Department denies the severity, but documents reveal a system under stress.
Read moreAmerica’s First All-Electric RV Hits the Road from Colorado
A startup called Lightship, led by former Tesla and Rivian engineers, just rolled out the first all-electric RV built in the U.S. The self-propelled, battery-powered trailer includes solar panels, a heat pump, and high-tech controls, all made in Broomfield, Colorado. Prices start at $151,000, and the Founders edition is already sold out.
Read moreKeystone Recalls Bunk Beds That Could Collapse in Travel Trailers
Keystone is recalling some 2026 Springdale and Hideout trailers because bunk bed brackets could bend or break, raising the risk of injury. The issue stems from weak welds on the brackets. A fix will be offered free, and owners will start getting notification letters in October.
Read moreForest River Recalls RVs Over Brake Line Failures
Forest River is recalling over 2,300 Riverstone trailers made from 2018 to 2026 due to brake line issues. Short rubber lines may lead to leaks or even brake failure, posing a crash risk. Affected owners will get a free inspection and any needed repairs starting in October.
Read moreUpcoming RV Shows
Here are some RV shows happening across the U.S. in the next few months:
- Fall RV Fest – September 4-7, Cleveland, OH
- Hershey America’s Largest RV Show – September 10-14, Hershey, PA
- Portland Fall RV Show – September 11-14, Portland, OR
- Southwest RV Supershow – September 11-14, Dallas, TX
- Utah RV Supershow – September 11-14, Sandy, UT
- Maryland RV Dealer’s Association Show – September 12-14, Timonium, MD
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