by Traeanne Reynolds | Oct 1, 2025 | FRVTA News
Longtime Executive Director Dave Kelly will retire in 2026. On October 13, 2025, Ken Loyd will assume the role of Executive Director, with Dave remaining through the end of the 2025-2026 RV Show season to ensure a smooth transition. A legacy of service Since December...
by Andres Malave | Oct 1, 2025 | Legislative Updates
October marks the start of committee meetings for the 2026 Legislative Session and the installation of new leaders in both chambers. On October 14, Representative Sam Garrison (Clay County) will become Speaker-designate, and Senator Jim Boyd (Manatee County) will...
by Sean Thompson | Oct 1, 2025 | RV Dealers
Football season is back, and with it comes one of the most enjoyable traditions—tailgating! RVs make the perfect tailgating base, offering space, comfort, and all the amenities you need to turn game day into a full weekend event. Industry Day registration for the 2026...
by Andres Malave | Sep 2, 2025 | Legislative Updates
August has been an eventful month in Florida politics, and we are excited to join many of you this week at the annual retreat. With elections underway, appointments announced, and the 2026 Session just around the corner, there is plenty to cover. 2026 Legislative...
by Traeanne Reynolds | Sep 1, 2025 | RV Dealers, RV Resorts & Campgrounds
The Shift Toward Longer Stays A recent study of U.S. short-term rental data, including Airbnb bookings between 2019 and 2024, revealed a shift toward extended trips. The average booking length rose from 3.7 nights pre-pandemic to a stable 4.1–4.4 nights after 2021....
by Sean Thompson | Sep 1, 2025 | RV Dealers
Dear FRVTA Members, The 2026 Florida RV SuperShow is already shaping up to be another record-breaking event. Our Supershow draw was a tremendous success, with even more square footage available this year. We’re pleased to share that every registered manufacturer was...
by Ejola Cook | Sep 1, 2025 | Lemon Law, RV Dealers
Lately I have heard more consumers and lawyers threatening lemon law actions, but do they apply to RV’s? The answer is that it depends. So, lets break it down, in Florida Chapter 681 which is the “Motor Vehicle Warranty Enforcement Act” governs what is commonly known...
by Andres Malave | Aug 1, 2025 | Legislative Updates
2026 Legislative Session Gearing Up The 2025 Session may be officially in the books, but preparations are already underway for the 2026 Session. Committee meetings begin the week of October 6 and will continue through December 8. The Session itself is scheduled to...
by Sean Thompson | Aug 1, 2025 | FRVTA News
Dear FRVTA Members, Our industry is entering an exciting stretch of the year, with major events and opportunities ahead. The FRVTA State Convention will be held September 4–7, 2025, at the JW Marriott Miami Turnberry. This three-day conference brings together every...
by Andres Malave | Jul 1, 2025 | Legislative Updates
Governor DeSantis closed out the month of June by signing the nearly $115.7 billion budget and tax cut package. The Governor made $1.35 billion worth of vetoes, which includes $576 million in line-item vetoes. Many of those were highlighted in Florida Tax...
