Recreation Vehicle Industry Association
About The Recreation Vehicle Industry Association
The Recreation Vehicle Industry Association (RVIA) is the national trade body representing US recreation vehicle (RV) manufacturers and component parts suppliers. Member organisations build more than 98% of all the RVs produced in the US.
The RVIA works with both federal and state government agencies to protect the interests of its members. With a focus on industry-wide safety and professionalism, the association gathers key industry information, provides advice and offers consumers free resources relating to RV travel and camping. The RVIA’s Standards department monitors and ensures compliance with minimum Standards adopted by the Board of Directors.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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The RVIA is the leading trade voice for the $140 billion dollar RV industry in the US. It represents more than 500 manufacturers and component/aftermarket suppliers.
The body unifies a diverse RV sector, forming a single voice. It aims to promote the RV industry, drive innovation and build growth across the market landscape.
The RVIA maintains a rigorous inspection program to monitor compliance of the plumbing, heating, fire and life safety elements of RVs. It also regulates the electrical systems of all RVs manufactured by members, to ensure compliance with the ANSI/NFPA 1192 standard for RVs.
The body provides an ongoing Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS) education program for its members. Its aim is to expand the RV market, promote a favourable RV business environment, increase consumer awareness of RVs, provide RV industry data and market research, and pursue continuous improvement in terms of safety, quality, compliance and consumer satisfaction.
The RVIA is a not-for-profit organisation. Its board of directors is headed by a president/CEO and executive team. The organisation has offices in Herndon, Virginia and Elkhart, Indiana in the US.