Why Become a Member?

Our Member Promise

The RV Industry Association unites the diverse RV industry and forges alliances to form a strong, single voice focused on our collective mission to promote and protect the RV industry. Every day, association staff works diligently to deliver on our member promise to:

Promote and expand the RV market
Pursue a favorable business environment for members
Cultivate a positive experience for all consumers
Elevate industry information and knowledge
Foster continuous improvement of RV products
Ensure the health and well-being of the Association

Member Benefits

When you Join the RV Industry Association you become a valued member and a stakeholder in growing the RV industry and boosting your business by taking advantage of association resources and benefits, including:

Self-Regulation

The RV Industry Association represents the RV industry with the American National Standards Institute and the National Fire Protection Association to develop standards specifically related to the construction of RVs and Park Model RVs. The association administers an inspection program to educate members on these standards and to monitor compliance. This program has created a self-regulated RV industry with uniform standards across the United States. Additionally, our team of professional, expert inspectors assists members in better understanding and complying with applicable standards and regulatory requirements within their construction process.

Advocacy

The RV Industry Association is the voice for our members in the halls of government. The association advocates for the RV industry at the federal and state levels of government on a wide range of issues to create a favorable business environment, protect against onerous legislation and regulations, and make it easier for consumers to buy, drive and own an RV.

Promotion of the RV Industry

Through the award-winning Go RVing national advertising campaign and a highly impactful public relations program, the RV Industry Association creates the market demand and platform for the RV lifestyle by igniting a passion for RVing among key target markets. Members can connect with Go RVing programs to increase visibility and grow their business.

Market Insight

The RV Industry Association is the chief source of insightful market data focusing on RV wholesale shipments, RV industry trends and consumer research of RV owners and prospective owners. RV Industry Association members have access to this data to assist in making informed, data-driven business decisions in an evolving RV market.

Events

The RV Industry Association organizes events that unite RV manufacturers, suppliers, dealers, campground operators and other industry partners. These premiere industry events deliver tremendous member value by creating networking and business development opportunities with your customers, shaping innovation and driving industry growth. Members also receive discounted exhibit space rates at RV Industry Association shows.

Education

The association delivers diverse educational programs and services designed to share expertise and support our member’s business goals. Technical information is developed and disseminated to the industry stakeholders to promote the manufacture, distribution, repair and use of our members’ products.

Communication

Newsletters, email updates and the RV Industry Association website keeps you up to date on issues vital to the success of your business and growth of the RV industry. You also have access to RV Industry Association staff and industry experts on a wide range of topics.