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by Mike Wendland
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- Yesterday18 min
Park It Outside! Massive Fire Risk Recall Hits RVers' Favorite Toad
This week's RV Lifestyle Podcast News Edition covers five important stories every RVer should know about.First, a major recall affects more than one million Jeep Wranglers and Gladiators, including many popular tow vehicles used behind motorhomes. Owners are being advised to park affected vehicles outside due to a potential fire risk, even when the ignition is off.We also look at new vehicle restrictions at Zion National Park that will prevent many larger motorhomes and fifth wheels from using the scenic Zion-Mt. Carmel Highway and tunnel route. If Zion is on your travel plans this year, these changes could affect your trip.Plus, diesel fuel prices have finally started moving lower, but many RV owners are still running into an outdated pay-at-the-pump system that makes filling large tanks unnecessarily difficult.In this episode you'll also hear the remarkable story of how investigators finally identified human remains discovered more than two decades ago in Olympic National Park, thanks to advances in forensic genealogy.And finally, the RV Industry Association has quietly lowered its 2026 shipment forecast, creating what may be the best buyer's market RV shoppers have seen in years. We'll explain what the numbers mean and how they could work in your favor if you're considering a purchase.Along the way, Mike shares updates from Hocking Hills, Ohio, where RVCommunity.com members are gathering for the summer rally, and explains why these community events continue to be one of the most rewarding parts of the RV lifestyle.Links, sources, and additional resources for every story are available through the transcript tab.Happy Trails!
- 6 days ago40 min
The RV Doctor Is In! Real Medical Advice for RVers + Are You Too Old to Start RVing?
What should every RVer carry in their first aid kit? What medical emergencies are most common on the road? And when is a health issue serious enough to seek immediate help?This week on Episode 616 of the RV Podcast, we're joined by Dr. Richard Raborn, a retired physician, lifelong RVer, and member of our RV Lifestyle Community. Dr. Raborn shares practical, real-world medical advice for RV travelers, including how to prepare for health emergencies, what medications and supplies belong in your RV, and how to stay safe when you're far from home. It's one of the most useful conversations we've had for anyone who travels by RV.We also tackle two listener questions that many RVers will relate to:• Linda and Don, both recently retired, want to buy an RV and travel the country, but their adult children think they're crazy. Jennifer explains why your late 60s may actually be the perfect time to embrace the RV lifestyle and why waiting for "someday" can be the bigger risk.• Gary from Tennessee wonders whether the 200-watt solar package on his new travel trailer really makes him "energy independent." Mike breaks down the truth about RV solar systems, batteries, inverters, and why many RV buyers are getting an unrealistic picture of what factory-installed solar can actually do.Plus, we share an update as we pack for our RVCommunity.com Summer Rally in Hocking Hills, Ohio, and talk about why the friendships formed through RVing may be the greatest benefit of the lifestyle.In this episode:✓ Dr. Richard Raborn's RV medical preparedness tips✓ What belongs in an RV first aid kit✓ How to handle medical issues on the road✓ Is 68 too old to start RVing?✓ Why RV travel may be ideal for retirees✓ The truth about RV solar marketing claims✓ Battery banks, inverters, and boondocking explained✓ RV Community updates and rally newsFor complete show notes, visit RVPodcast.com.Subscribe to our free daily newsletter and get RV tips, travel ideas, news, and inspiration delivered to your inbox every morning by 7:30 AM at RVLifestyle.com/newsletter.
- 1 weeks ago22 min
The Wild West of RV Content: Hidden Agendas, Lawsuits & Big Money
What happens when trusted RV influencers, battery manufacturers, dealers, and content creators collide?In this week's RV Lifestyle Podcast News Edition, Mike Wendland takes a deep dive into two of the most talked-about controversies in the RV industry right now, including the Battle Born Batteries lawsuit against popular YouTube reviewer Will Prowse and the growing questions surrounding the Wingman Wisdom/Bish's RV dispute.But this episode goes beyond the headlines.Mike shares his perspective after more than 40 years in journalism, examining the growing influence of sponsored content, affiliate marketing, hidden conflicts of interest, and why RV consumers need to be more careful than ever about who they trust online.Also in this episode:• Battle Born Batteries maker Dragonfly Energy sues YouTube creator Will Prowse• Questions surrounding transparency and influencer compensation• The Wingman vs. Bish's RV controversy and conflict of interest concerns• Why disclosure and trust matter in today's RV media landscape• The surprising leadership shakeup at Lippert Components and what it may mean for the RV industry• New economic data showing the RV lifestyle now contributes an astonishing $159 billion annually to the U.S. economyThis is one of the most thought-provoking RV News Editions we've ever produced, touching on issues that affect every RVer who relies on online reviews, recommendations, and industry reporting.???? Subscribe to our free daily RV newsletter:RVLifestyle.com/newsletterNew RV tips, travel ideas, campground discoveries, gear recommendations, and RV industry news delivered to your inbox every morning by 7:30 AM.
- 1 weeks ago39 min
Why Your RV Won't Cool Down (And What To Do About It)
Summer heat can be tough on RVs.If you've ever wondered why your RV air conditioner struggles to keep up, why your refrigerator doesn't seem as cold as it should be, or what you can do to improve performance during hot-weather camping, this episode is for you.Mike and Jennifer welcome Will Troyer, Director of Product Management for GE Appliances' Recreational Living Division, for an in-depth conversation about RV cooling systems.Will explains how RV air conditioners and refrigerators work, why they perform differently than residential appliances, and what RVers can do to stay comfortable and keep food safe when temperatures climb.Along the way, Mike and Jen answer listener questions, share practical summer RV tips, and announce the release of their brand-new North Carolina RV Travel Guide.You'll come away with useful, actionable advice that can help make your summer travels cooler, safer, and more enjoyable.Free Daily RV Newsletter:RVLifestyle.com/newsletterNorth Carolina RV Travel Guide:RVLifestyle.com/NorthCarolina
- 2 weeks ago22 min
15,000 RV Recalls Every Month. Why Isn't Anyone Talking About It?
Welcome to the June 1, 2026 Monday News Edition of the RV Lifestyle Podcast. I'm Mike Wendland, and this week we have a show that every RV owner needs to hear before they hit the road this summer.We start with a story that I believe goes a long way toward explaining one of the biggest problems facing the RV industry right now: quality control. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration just released the May 2026 recall report, and it covers nearly 15,000 RVs across more than a dozen separate recalls. And before you assume this is routine housekeeping, let me tell you what is on this list. A Tiffin motorhome with a fuel tank punctured by a screw during manufacturing - NHTSA's own guidance says to park it outside and away from structures until the repair is done. A Jayco motorhome missing the water heater safety valve entirely - not defective, just absent. A Winnebago Solis with a propane hose routed directly over the exhaust heat shield. Grand Design Lineage motorhomes with two separate recalls in the same month - unsecured seats and solar panels that could detach at highway speed. And a long list of brands - including our own Brinkley Model Z - with shock bolts that were never properly tightened at the factory.Here is the part that matters most: manufacturers are not required to notify owners immediately. Some of the letters for these recalls are not going out until July. Two months from now. You should not be waiting. Go to NHTSA.gov, enter your VIN, and find out right now whether your rig is on this list. It takes thirty seconds and it could save your life or someone else's. We cover every brand affected, every defect, and every manufacturer phone number you need.From there we move to our RV Blunder of the Year, and I want to be upfront with you: this one comes with an asterisk. According to Cowboy State Daily, someone driving an RV pulled into the Maverik gas station in Montrose, Colorado, and emptied their black water tank - the toilet waste tank - directly into the station's underground diesel fuel supply. Not the dump station that was right there on the property. The diesel tank. We dig into what is actually confirmed, where the sourcing falls short, why the station's silence is a little suspicious, and why the story is worth telling regardless of whether every detail holds up. The lesson at the end of it applies to every new RVer on the road this summer.Then we get into the April 2026 RV industry shipment numbers, and they are not pretty. Total shipments came in at just over 29,000 units for the month - down more than 17 percent compared to April of last year. Through the first four months of 2026, the industry is running nearly 13 and a half percent behind 2025's pace. Towable RVs - the heart of the market - are down more than 20 percent year over year. We connect those numbers directly to the quality control failures we covered in the first story, because they are connected. Consumer confidence does not survive a steady diet of recall lists like the one we just walked through. That said, there is a genuine bright spot: motorhomes finished April up 13 percent compared to last year, and Park Model RVs jumped nearly 30 percent. We break down what those numbers mean and what to watch for the rest of the summer.We close with a story that felt like a breath of fresh air after everything else this week. Alliance RV - one of the most respected independent manufacturers in the business, known for their Paradigm, Avenue, Valor, and Delta lines - just held their seventh annual owner rally in Goshen, Indiana. Nearly 400 rigs and 800 owners showed up. And when someone from the audience asked founders Coley and Ryan Brady straight out whether they planned to sell the company, the answer was a flat no. Ten-plus years of runway ahead, their words. In an industry where Thor Industries and Winnebago have absorbed so many brands it is nearly impossible to keep track, Alliance is planting a flag and saying they are building something different. We tell you why that matters and what it means for RVers who value buying from a manufacturer that still has skin in the game.
- 2 weeks ago27 min
Your RV Questions Answered, Tech, Travel, Lifestyle & More
This week on the RV Podcast, it's Questions From the Road.We're answering listener questions about RV life, travel planning, campground strategies, RV technology, and some personal behind-the-scenes questions as well.After more than 15 years on the road, we've learned a few things, sometimes the hard way, and in this episode we share honest, practical answers drawn from real RV experience.Topics include:• Trip planning and travel routines• RV tech and connectivity• Campground and routing questions• Lifestyle decisions and lessons learned• Personal questions from listenersIt is real conversation, real RV life, and hopefully some helpful encouragement for your own travels.Thanks for listening to the RV Podcast with Mike and Jennifer Wendland.
- 3 weeks ago17 min
Camping World Rumors, Packed National Parks & The RV Reality Check
This week on the RV Podcast News Edition, Mike Wendland digs into four stories every RVer should be paying attention to.First up: Is Camping World really in trouble? Rumors of bankruptcy exploded online after comparisons were made to the collapse of marine retailer West Marine. Mike separates the facts from the fear and explains what’s really happening inside the RV industry right now.Then, Yosemite National Park is becoming a crowded mess. Reservation systems are gone, traffic is piling up, vandalism is increasing, and many park employees are sounding the alarm about what this summer could look like.Also in this episode: Why are RV owners staying home? KOA’s CEO just revealed a troubling trend inside the camping industry. More RV owners than ever are using their rigs less often, or not at all. Rising travel costs, fuel prices, campground fees, and economic uncertainty are changing how people camp.And finally, some good news. In a world where so many people feel isolated and disconnected, camping may be one of the best antidotes to loneliness. New research shows RVers and campers are forming friendships and community connections unlike anywhere else.This is the RV Lifestyle Podcast News Edition for May 26, 2026.Stories Covered:
- 4 weeks ago46 min
Don’t Buy a Used RV Until You Hear This
Should you buy a used RV instead of a new one?This week on Episode 610 of the RV Podcast, Mike and Jennifer talk with Tom MacAllister, an avid RVer who flips RVs as a hobby and has developed a sharp eye for spotting both bargains and disasters.Tom explains why many first-time RVers may actually be better off buying used, especially in today’s market where new RV prices continue to climb and depreciation hits hard the moment a rig leaves the lot.In this episode, you’ll learn:How to inspect a used RV before buyingCommon red flags that scare experienced buyers awayThe biggest pricing mistakes RV sellers makeHow to avoid expensive surprises after purchaseWhy some older RVs may actually be built better than newer onesTips for getting the best value whether buying or sellingMike and Jen add their own perspective from years of RV ownership and travel, with candid stories about what they’ve learned buying, trading, and living in RVs over the years.If you’ve ever wondered whether new is really better, this episode may change the way you shop for your next RV.
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