In this episode of Beyond the Wheel: Drivers Edition, Kenny and Sean dive into the 2025 Hershey RV Show attendance numbers and talk with you about what those numbers really say about the RV industry right now.

We break down:

• Why attendance dipped slightly from 2024 but still beat 2023.
• What dealers and manufacturers are saying about sales and consumer confidence.
• Which RVs sold well at Hershey—and which ones didn’t move as quickly.
• A full Market Watch segment on the state of RVing in 2025—including interest rates, shipment data, market size projections, and where the industry is headed.

Whether you’re a buyer, dealer, or just an RV enthusiast, this episode will help you understand where RVing stands now and what’s next.

Key Topics Covered

• Hershey RV Show 2025 Attendance:
  • 2025: 45,813 visitors
  • 2024: 47,075 visitors
  • 2023: 45,535 visitors
• Dealer & Manufacturer Reactions:
  • PRVCA: “Mixed bag as far as sales … some record shows, others flat.”
  • Winnebago Industries: Motorized RVs strong, towables steady.
  • Ember RV: “Record-breaking show … quality attendees ready to buy.”
• What’s Selling vs. What’s Not:
  • Motorized rigs slightly outperform towables.
  • Mid-range price points see steady interest; high-end rigs hit by financing costs.
• Market Watch: State of RVing 2025
  • Shipments up 14% in Q1 2025 vs Q1 2024.
  • Market projected to hit $50B by 2030.
  • Interest rates & consumer confidence remain headwinds.
  • Growth expected in value RVs, off-grid features, and lighter towables.
• Looking Ahead:
  • What to expect in 2026 & beyond: affordability, innovation, and market stability.

Why You Should Listen

If you’ve been wondering whether now is the right time to buy an RV, or you’re curious about the future of the RV market, this episode brings you the numbers, the reactions, and the big-picture analysis you need to make sense of it all.

Resources & Links

• Hershey RV Show Attendance Report
• RVIA Shipment Reports
• RV Industry Trends 2025

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