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November 25, 2025 NEWS: RV Electrical Regulation Postponed, Canadian Snowbirds Flock Elsewhere, Oregon Raises Camping Rates
This episode covers a decision from the RV Industry Association to postpone the GMI device requirement for new RVs. We delve into a 15% drop in those planning to winter in the U.S., Campspot's new AI-powered dynamic pricing model aims to change campground reservations, and Oregon State Parks' upcoming fee hikes due to a $14 million budget shortfall. All that and more!
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00:00 Introduction
00:05 Understanding the New GMI Requirement
02:10 Canadian Snowbirds' Travel Trends
02:55 Dynamic Pricing in Campgrounds
04:21 Oregon State Parks Budget Shortfall
05:19 Mississippi's Largest RV Resort
06:10 KOA's Campground of the Year
06:53 Thanksgiving Travel Predictions
08:25 Conclusion
10 min
November 23, 2025 387. Is It Getting Easier To Book Campgrounds? What We’re Thankful for This Thanksgiving Week
Welcome to our special Thanksgiving episode of RV Miles! This week, we discuss what we're thankful for as Thanksgiving approaches. Plus, we'll talk about a major update in RV regulations that has been delayed and cover the recent flooding in Death Valley and Las Vegas. Stay safe and enjoy your holiday week!
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00:00 Introduction
04:26 Flooding in Death Valley and Las Vegas
06:24 RV Industry News: Ground Monitor Interrupters
09:35 Importance of Smart Surge Protectors
16:13 Thanksgiving Plans and Hosting
22:18 Reflecting on the Sabre 37RVMiles
26:16 The Impact of EV Innovation on RV Appliances
27:35 Personal Life Updates and RVing with a Home Base
31:40 Rock Island: A Historic Town's Revival
35:47 Chicago Bears' Unexpected Success
37:38 Easier Campsite Bookings and Industry Changes
47:02 Memorable Spring RV Trip to Yellowstone
49:04 Gratitude for the Mile Marker Community
52:28 Thanksgiving Break and Final Thoughts

54 min
November 18, 2025 NEWS: Grand Design's New "Omega" Frame, Colorado Camping Costs More, Lazydays RV Delisted From NASDAQ
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In this episode:
Federal recreation facilities reopening
Grand Design’s new Omega frame
Colorado lodging tax increases
RV Life’s “Best of the Best” campground awards
GE’s compact dishwasher for RVs
Lazydays RV delisted from NASDAQ
GM and Allison Transmission part ways
…and more!
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Timestamps:
00:00 – Introduction & Federal Recreation Facilities Reopening
01:09 – Grand Design's New "Omega" Fifth Wheel Frame
01:34 – Grand Design’s New Omega Frame Details
03:14 – Sponsor: RV Mattress by Brooklyn Bedding
04:21 – Colorado Lodging Tax Increases
05:09 – RV Life “Best of the Best” Campground Awards
06:07 – GE Profile Compact Dishwasher for RVs
06:32 – Lazy Days RV Delisting
07:01 – GM and Allison Transmission End Partnership
9 min
November 17, 2025 386. The Unexpected Costs of Full-Time RV Living
In this episode of the RV Miles Podcast, we take a look at the surprising expenses that come with full-time RV living. From pre-launch to fuel, remote work, and more. Plus, updates on the end of the shutdown and its effects on national parks, and more.
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00:00 Introduction
02:28 Impact of the Shutdown on RV Travel
06:45 Ken Burns and the American Revolution
14:05 Unexpected Expenses of Full-Time RVing
21:29 Selling Off Your Belongings
29:54 Travel Costs and Campground Fees
42:03 Healthcare on the Road
49:36 Managing Food and Laundry Costs
55:05 Mailing Services and Remote Work
01:04:11 Fresh Tank - Black Tank
1 hr 20 min
November 11, 2025 NEWS: Aussie RVs Come To U.S., Massive Camping World Fire, RV Fridge Manufacturer Goes Bankrupt
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This week, a legacy RV component supplier files for bankruptcy, a fire breaks out at a Camping World dealership as the company faces new financial scrutiny, two Australian RV builders make their U.S. debut, and a new hybrid RV trailer is on the way from a team of former Anker engineers. Plus, some state parks are struggling with weekday camping, Thanksgiving travel could get messy, millions of Americans plan to RV through the holidays, and year-end rebates are popping up from major RV manufacturers.

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00:00 Introduction
00:36 Norcold Files for Bankruptcy
02:01 Camping World Fire and Financial Troubles
04:49 Australian RV Builders Enter US Market
06:25 A New "Hybrid" RV Trailer
07:40 State Parks Weekday Camping Decline
08:25 Thanksgiving Travel Challenges
09:43 Holiday RV Travel Trends
10:57 Hipcamp and Sun Outdoors Partnership
11:32 Year-End RV Manufacturer Rebates
12:25 Conclusion
14 min
November 09, 2025 385. Are Lifetime Camping Memberships a Scam? Will Thanksgiving RV Travel Be a Nightmare?
This week, we dive into a scandal surrounding a campground that revoked lifetime memberships, sparking questions about the reliability of such offers. We also discuss the current state of Thanksgiving travel amid airline issues and potential impacts on road traffic. Plus, we take a look at the National Weather Service's seasonal outlook for the winter and how it might affect camping plans.
*Become an RV Miles Mile Marker member and get your first month for $3
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Support our Sponsors:
* Harvest Hosts: Save 15% on a Harvest Hosts membership with MILES at https://harvesthosts.com
*Visit https://www.lectricebikes.com to get holiday deals on the new Lectric XP4!
*Check out all Blue Ox has to offer at https://BlueOx.com
*Find all the RV parts and gear you need at etrailer: https://www.etrailer.com/vehicle-finder.aspx?etam=p0001
*Find Liquified at https://liquifiedrv.com/

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00:00 Introduction
06:33 Thanksgiving Travel and FAA Issues
14:22 National Weather Service Winter Outlook
18:58 Lifetime Membership Scandal at Roaring Run RV Resort
42:11 NorCold Bankruptcy and Industry Trends
47:41 Rebates from Grand Design and Alliance
50:40 Groundbreaking Frustration
56:51 Celebrating a Special Birthday
59:09 Conclusion and Farewell
1 hr 1 min
November 05, 2025 NEWS: USACE Campgrounds Close Due To Ongoing Shutdown, Campers Lose "Lifetime Membership," More
This week, REV Group is merging with another equipment manufacturer, Army Corps of Engineers campgrounds are closing in the south due to the shutdown, RVers who paid $10,000 for a lifetime membership to a campground are out of luck after the campground was sold, an update on the health of the RV industry, and more.
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13 min
November 02, 2025 384. Our RV Winterizing Weekend, Future of RV A/C, and More
Join us as we recount our first RV winterization weekend, and answer listener questions about the future of RV air conditioners and more. Plus, hear about a recent storage mishap!
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00:00 Introduction
02:12 Halloween Fun and RV Adventures
08:16 Listener Questions: Mini Split Air Conditioners
13:27 Listener Questions: Transmission Coolers
16:46 Sponsorship Messages
18:06 Winterization Weekend
37:23 Trailer Maintenance and Mileage
38:04 Winterizing the RV
40:22 Challenges with Winterizing
44:49 Family Time at the Campsite
45:59 Checking the Tanks
46:41 Social Media and Expertise
56:37 Government Shutdown Impact
59:34 Storage Unit Mishap
01:05:58 YouTube Channel Recommendation
01:10:59 Conclusion and Thanks
1 hr 12 min
October 28, 2025 News: GM Kills Electric Van & Apple Car Play, Ford Halts F-150 Lightning, Winnebago Stock Skyrockets
In this episode, GM has ceased production of the chassis used for the Coachmen RVEX Motorhome prototype due to slower-than-expected demand in the commercial EV market. Ford halts the production of its F-150 Lightning pickup truck due to a fire at the Novelis aluminum plant. Georgia's State Park system may raise fees to reduce reliance on taxpayer funding, and the RV market shows signs of stabilization. Plus, a surge in Winnebago's stock and GM's decision to remove Apple CarPlay and Android Auto from future vehicles. Finally, an RV-focused indie video game, 'RV There Yet,' is making waves on Steam.
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00:00 Introduction
00:06 Chevy Ceases BrightDrop Van Production
02:10 Ford Lightning Production Halted
03:10 Sponsored Message: Wholesale Warranties
04:03 Georgia State Parks Audit and Recommendations
04:46 RV Industry Health Report
05:56 Winnebago's Strong Earnings Report
06:58 GM Removes Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
07:52 RV Focused Indie Video Game Takes Steam by Storm
08:20 Conclusion
9 min
October 27, 2025 383. Should RVs be EVs?
In this week's episode, we dive into the latest news rocking the EV and RV world: the cancellation of Chevy's Brightdrop electric van and its implications for RV manufacturers like Coachman and smaller companies like Grounded. We take a look at the challenges and benefits of EVs for towing and motorhomes based on our experience as EV owners.
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*Get 25% Off RV Life Pro here: https://my.rvlife.com/bill/signup/3?s=rvtw&coupon=QE7KAHVF3E.
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Track SSTK_MUSIC_ID 437726– Monetization ID MONETIZATION_ID AMXDXB4BX5FLHUYE
00:00 Introduction
03:43 Major EV News: Chevy Bright Drop Van Cancellation
07:13 Ford Lightning Production Halted
08:56 The Evolution of EVs in the RV Industry
21:36 Challenges and Future of EV Towing
31:37 Cost and Infrastructure of EV Charging
43:29 Hybrid and Range Extender Models
47:46 Consumer Readiness for EVs
01:00:56 Rapid City: RV City USA
01:05:16 Heist at the Louvre
01:14:08 Podcast Wrap-Up
1 hr 16 min