The Jayco Journal
Notes and News
Stories from the road, RV advice and news from the Jayco family.
20 Great Podcasts for Your Next Road Trip
June 18, 2019
We love how a great podcast can turn the hours or miles ahead into a non-stop adventure or chance to learn about the world around us. If you’re looking for a new podcast that sounds like fun, this list has something for every age and every RVer.
Commemorating Trailer Safety Week: Towing and Other Safety Tips
May 29, 2019
The National Association of Trailer Manufacturers (NATM) started the week with the mission, “to improve the safety of the nation’s roadways by raising trailer safety awareness through education of end-users, dealers and manufacturers on safe trailering practices.”
News Roundup: The Staggering Economic Impact of RVing Revealed and More
May 22, 2019
Record-setting interest in RVing and activity over the last few years has definitely been exciting. We wanted to give you a glimpse into some of the industry buzz, exciting research and lawmaking activities that have been happening.
Jayco Eagle Travel Trailer is Truly Family Friendly
March 27, 2019
This was an all-new trade show put on by RVIA and featured industry stand-outs in many categories.
The Many and Varied Benefits of RVing
February 28, 2019
Are you considering purchasing an RV? With 50 years of RV experience under our belt, these are the top 4 benefits of living the RV lifestyle.
How RVers Use Their RVs
February 13, 2019
Last summer we asked more than 3,200 Jayco RV owners about their units, how much they use them, where they go on their adventures and more.
A Look Back and Fond Farewell to Wilbur Bontrager
February 6, 2019
Having started Jayco on the family farm, the six Bontrager children were engrained in the business from day one, helping out where they could. The eldest child, Wilbur, made his mark on the business early and often, helping to set up the original facility and make parts for the next day’s production after school let out for the day.
A Quick Recap of Jayco's 50th Year
December 26, 2018
Before we bid farewell to 2018, we thought we’d take a look back at some of the moments that made the year special.
7 Ways Campgrounds are Changing
December 12, 2018
One really big indicator of the growing enthusiasm is the sheer number of RVs that have been sold, cracking 500,000 shipments to dealers for the first time in 2017.
