In recent years, the turbulent economy and changes in the environment have caused RV makers to rethink their business model. As gas prices rise and consumers become more money conscious, as well as environmentally friendly, new and different kinds of RV models have entered the market. From lighter machines with increased gas mileage to RVs designed for eco-friendly users, there are now types that suit all needs and styles.

In the article “As economy changes, RV shoppers look for new models,” Briana Wipf of The Great Falls Tribune writes, “Aafedt [owner of Time Travel RV] noted companies that have adapted to the economy and needs of customers for fuel economy have thrived in the past several years. Companies that haven’t made those changes to their RV design have suffered, some even going out of business.” For a RV company to survive, they must be able to adapt. Adaptability is as American as apple pie. It is now the lifeblood of the industry.

With a flood of new RVs on the market and consumers realizing that they can purchase an RV designed to their specifications, customization has become key. With different parts and accessories, RV owners can fine-tune their vehicle to fit their individual requirements. From RVs meant for braving the wilderness to smaller models designed for camping and traveling around town, RVs serve an almost endless amount of purposes.

The idea of customizing something and making it personal has always been popular, and that trend has now carried over into the world of RVs. You can find RV owners from all lifestyles. From elderly couples who have transformed their RV into handicap accessible machines to survivalists who have made their RVs into bunkers capable of withstanding even the harshest winters, the possibilities are infinite.

No matter what model of RV you own or are thinking of purchasing, you can refine it and shape it to suit any purpose you have in mind. For more information about RV customization and one of the largest selections of RV parts and accessories, you can always turn to the team at Tweety’s RV, Truck and SUV Accessories!

For more information on RV adaptability, you can find Wipf’s article here.

-Roger

*Image courtesy of Bobby Mikul

When you think of America and the open road, you naturally think of RVs and trailers.  In the 1950s, RVs opened up America, bringing families face-to-face with monuments, natural wonders and hope for the future.  The RV connected families and created everlasting vacation memories in hearts and minds.  An RV was a home, comfortable and relaxing.

The video, courtesy of n2vintage, conjures up those feelings of Americana.  The RV and trailer are much more than just vehicles; they are living embodiments of a dream.  Although the 1950s are long gone, the spirit of the RV is not.  More people own RVs than ever before!

In the article “RVs built for the quick getaway,” Terry Tomalin of the Tampa Bay Times writes, “The downturn in the economy hit the RV industry hard.  But according to a 2011 survey by the Reston, Va.-based Recreation Vehicle Industry Association, the number of RV-owning households has grown to a new peak of 8.9 million, up from 7.9 million in 2005.” While the article focuses on the increase in demand for lighter and more maneuverable RVs (the Minnie Winnie, Rockwood Hardside or the Bengal TX, for example), Tomalin nevertheless details the enduring strength of the RV.

People still want to forge their own paths in this unpredictable world.  There is nothing quite like hopping into an RV and hitting those Lewis & Clark roads or, as Dave Kelly (spokesman for the 28^th annual Florida RV SuperShow) puts it, “People are not sitting around waiting to see what happens with the economy.  They want to recreate.  If that means making do with a smaller, more affordable camper, then that is exactly what they are going to do.” Regardless of economy, it seems that RV popularity continues to grow.  Some people just need to get away for a while.  Others sell their houses and live in their RVs.  Nothing can stop them.

No matter what RV you have or plan to get, the spirit remains the same.  If anything, the RV is imbued with that indomitable American spirit, that can-do attitude.  The world is your oyster.  At Tweety’s, we supply you with parts and accessories to turn your RV into a home, for either a much-needed vacation or a complete life overhaul.  The second best part of owning a RV (after the freedom, of course) is that you can customize it to suit you and your family’s needs.  Tweety’s will get you ready for the road and that next chapter in your life.

For more information on lighter and more maneuverable RVs, you can find Tomalin’s article here.

-Roger

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