Back to Search Start Over

The hitch-niche market: towing devices, systems and accessories

The hitch-niche market: towing devices, systems and accessories

Authors :
Jones, Lazelle
Source :
RV Business. April, 1997, Vol. 48 Issue 1, p34, 4 p.
Publication Year :
1997

Abstract

The market for towing equipment and hitches has grown bigger due to the increased manufacturing of RV vehicles. In 1996 over 170,000 trailers were produced in North America while 50,000 motor homes and 11,000 truck campers were manufactured. This provides a profit opportunity for towing equipment and accessories manufacturers. Some manufacturers of fifth-wheel towing hitches are Eaz-Lift Spring Corp., Draw-Tite, PullRite Trailer Towing Systems, RBW Industries Inc. and Reese Products.<br />Last year more than 170,000 travel trailers, fifth-wheels and folding trailers were manufactured in North America. Combine this with the production of 50,000 new motorized RVs and 11,000 truck campers [...]

Details

ISSN :
07449569
Volume :
48
Issue :
1
Database :
Gale General OneFile
Journal :
RV Business
Publication Type :
Periodical
Accession number :
edsgcl.19555321