“As the number one manufacturer of towable RVs, we were looking for an insurance company that we would be proud to recommend to our customers,” said Randy Mast, vice president of customer service for Keystone. “We found that company to be Progressive.  Progressive understands the Keystone owner’s insurance needs, which makes them an ideal partner.”

Emphasizes Keystone president Matt Zimmerman, “This is one more example of Keystone’s relentless pursuit of delivering added value to our customers through strategic partnerships with industry leading companies like Progressive, RVTraderOnline, and Kampgrounds of America.”

Progressive, located in Mayfield Village, Ohio, is one of the largest insurers of sport and recreation vehicles including towable RVs, motorhomes, boats, ATVs, and motorcycles.

Keystone owners can access Progressive at a specially dedicated Keystone phone number (1-877-341-0321) and Web site (www.insuremykeystone.com).  Keystone owners will also be able to access the many products and services offered through the Progressive PerkShare® on-line benefits program.

“Keystone has an admirable brand and offers a variety of campers to fit virtually every lifestyle,” said Chuck Mozingo, RV product manager for Progressive. “With Progressive, Keystone owners have the confidence that comes from knowing they’re covered by an RV insurer that specializes in protecting their home away from home. We look forward to serving Keystone’s loyal customers.”

David Lintz, winner of the new Keystone Hideout

“I was floored when I received the call from Keystone letting me know that I won the Hideout trailer,” said Lintz.  “I have been dreaming about owning an RV and exploring our great country.  Winning this Hideout is incredible.  I never imagined that my dream would come true right now!”

Lintz, owner of a children’s clothing store is this community 90 miles north of Seattle, moved from Illinois eight years ago.  It was during his cross country drive to the Pacific North West when David really got the bug to rediscover America.  “You cannot begin to see this country from the seat of an airplane,” adds Lintz.  “The Hideout camper is the perfect vehicle to see our natural wonders and discover our history.  Who wants to stay in an expensive hotel room when you can sleep in your own bed every night? “

Through the Rediscover America RV Giveaway, Keystone has reached out to millions of potential new customers utilizing national advertising, RV shows, web sites, and publicity.  “This promotion is generating tens-of-thousands of high quality leads and additional sales for Keystone dealers,” stated Matt Zimmerman Keystone RV president.  “We are focused on driving more customers to our dealers through promotions like Rediscover America and new partnerships with KOA, RVTrader, and Progressive Insurance. “

About Keystone RV Company

Keystone RV Company is the nation’s largest producer of travel trailers and fifth wheels, with manufacturing facilities at its headquarters in Goshen, Indiana, and Pendleton, Oregon. Keystone is a subsidiary of Thor Industries, Jackson Center, Ohio, the world’s largest manufacturer of recreation vehicles and a major builder of commercial buses. For additional company information, visit www.Keystonerv.com.

The culmination over a year of research and product development, Vantage offers a new perspective in camping. Sleek, aerodynamic and stylish, unique construction techniques help achieve these results.
Construction
Frame:
NXG frame utilizes high-strenght, low alloy steel for superior strength. Huck bolts are used to fasten together the frame pieces and outriggers. They are strong than welds and more precise.
Flooring:
The floor is laminated for superior strength and lighter weight and consists of aluminum tubing, polystyrene insulation, double layer luan, marine-grade floorplan decking and Darco one-piece moisture barrier. The interior surface features Beaufor ® vinyl flooring for durability and lasting beauty. The underbelly of the Vantage is completely enclosed with a fluted polypropylene material and heated to help extend your camping season.
Sidewalls:
One of the most distinctive features of the Vantage is the curved vacuum bonded sidewalls. The curves are what give the Vantage it unique look and livability. Vacuum bonding ensures that every square inch of the wall receives the exact same pressure applied while the materials are being adhered. The result is a sidewall of greater strength and rigidity. Materials include decorate luan, aluminum frame studs, polypropylene insulation, an exterior luan panel topped by a gel-coated, high gloss filon fiberglass skin for lasting beauty and protection.
Roof:
The roof on the Vantage is constructed with arched galvanized steel rafters. This allows an exterior bowed roof, as well as, an interior vaulted ceiling. The roof decking is 3/8” and is fully walkable. The exterior roof material is a seamless EPDM rubber that is rolled over the sidewall edge 7” to ensure water is completely wicked over the side. Another amazing feature to our roof construction is the high insulation factor. In addition to our spun fiberglass insulation we have a layer of heat reflective radiant foil that adds supplemental insulation to keep your unit cooler in the summer and warmer in the late fall.
Exterior features
Front and Rear Fiberglass Caps:
Vantage provides both front and rear fiberglass caps for a sleek high end appearance. These caps are contoured and molded to follow the same unique radius design as the sidewalls, thus improving aerodynamics. In addition they provide top notch protection during travel and inclement weather like hail.
LED Lights:
All of the exterior clearance lights on the Vantage are LED. These lights are the latest technology in lighting. The offer unbelievable brightness, but draw very minimal power, thus having an extremely long lifetime. We even offer a center stop light!
Mor-Ryde CRE-3000 Suspension System:
Replacing the standard steel leaf equalizer the Vantage boasts the industry’s premier upgraded equalizer; the Mor-Ryde CRE-3000. This system utilizes a thick piece of rubber at each pivot point to absorb shock from road imperfections. In addition, the Mor-Ryde CRE-3000 has a unique travel slot that allows up to 1” of further travel. The result is an equalizer system that provides 50% more shock absorption than any other system on the market! That makes for a smooth ride.
All-in-One Convenience Center:
On the road side of the Vantage we’ve included an all-in-one convenience center. This area centrally locates your city and fresh water fills, a black tank flush attachment, cable/satellite TV hook-up, as well as an exterior shower with hot and cold adjustments. There’s also a convenient storage area for your sewer hose. Once your water hoses are attached the handy compartment door can be locked to prevent anyone from tampering with your hookups.
10 gallon DSI Hot Water Heater:
Do you like nice long hot showers? Vantage boasts a 10 gallon DSI Hot Water Heater. This water heater provides an amazing 20 gallon per hour recovery rate. That is the fastest recovery time in the industry! It also has an aluminum tank rather than a stainless steel tank, thus eliminating the need for those pesky anode rods. One more amazing feature is the ink alloy element. If you mistakenly start your water heater without water in the tank you will not “fry” your element like you would with a copper element like the other guys have.
Battery Disconnect:
Located near the convenient dual battery rack is a handy battery disconnect switch. This feature allows you to completely shut off any draw from your battery while you leave for a lengthy period of time. It also extends your battery life!
LP Quick Connect:
Who doesn’t like grilling while you’re out at your campsite? Vantage makes the process as simple as possible by providing an LP quick connect. Just attach an LP hose to your camp grill and Vantage’s quick connect coupler and you’ll truly be “cooking with gas”. It’s nice to know you don’t have to travel with extra propane bottles isn’t it?

Integrated Screen Doors:
Vantage offers a fully vented screen built right into the main entry door. This feature eliminates having to adjust your screen door constantly. It also lets in an abundance of natural daylight. And lastly, you can have a nice breeze through your unit as your entry door stays locked for security!
Fully Vented Windows:
Speaking of a nice breeze, the Vantage offers fully vented jalousie windows. The whole window hinges to allow an abundance of air to circulate throughout the coach. They can also remain open during rainfall!
Front Rock Guard and Window:
You’ll also notice that every Vantage is built with a panoramic, fully vented window on the front of every coach. This window provides a nice wide view of your campsite while also adding cross ventilation. During travel the convenient rock guard can be closed to protect that front window. It also provides a nice clean appearance!
Power Tongue Jack:
Cranking your front jack up and down from your tow vehicle can be a cumbersome task. That’s why the Vantage offers a power tongue jack. At the push of a button the jack raises and lowers with ease. There’s also a convenient light for illumination at night.

Interior features
101” Wide Body Livability:
On the interior of the Vantage is where the curved walls really show off their advantage. While built on a traditional 8ft wide chassis, the Vantage boasts an incredible 101” wide body of livable space. This not only offers increased livability, but also extra storage space!
7’ Vaulted Ceilings:
As I alluded to earlier, our roof trusses are bowed to allow a 7’ vaulted ceiling. The taller ceilings add to the open concept feeling and also provide extra head room for your taller campers.
LED lighting:
Speaking of the ceiling, please take note of our flush mount LED lights. Vantage utilizes the latest technology in lighting. Again, these lights require very low draw and are a nice color temperature for an inviting feeling. These lights also stay very cool to the touch after hours of illumination!

Stainless Steel Appliances:
Adding to the luxurious feel of the Vantage are stainless steel appliances. The refrigerator, oven, and microwave offer this upscale material typically reserved for much higher priced units.
Pull out sprayer faucet:
Another upgraded feature in the kitchen of the Vantage is a residential single lever, pull-out sprayer faucet. Finding the right water temperature is a snap with the single lever. In addition, the pull out sprayer makes cleaning dishes or filling a pot trouble-free.
Hidden Storage:
With our increased livable space Vantage has found ways to offer you more storage as well. Features like a pull out pantry, pull-out trash storage, and a hidden cubby hole behind the sofa are part of our Max Storage Solutions.
Upgraded Electronics:
What to do on a rainy day? No worries with the Vantage. Included with every Vantage is a 32” high definition LCD TV. You have the choice of hooking into cable, utilizing a satellite receiver, or picking up local channels via digital feed. What about movies and music? Again not a problem with the Vantage. The 12 volt AM/FM/CD/DVD/MP3 player is an all-in-one entertainment center that offers all of your favorite media in one unit. Play a CD, watch a DVD, or plug in your IPod. Not to mention that it IS 12 volt so when the power goes out in inclement weather you still have the ability to tune into emergency instructions on the radio.
True Sleep Queen Bed:
Everybody likes a nice restful night of sleep. Vantage’s True Sleep Queen Bed ensures your comfort with a TRUE sized 60” x 80” Queen Bed. Some other travel trailers in the market like to utilize an “RV Queen” that is only 60” x 74”. Who wants 6” cut off the end of their bed? And good luck trying to find sheets that fit. With the True Sleep Queen Bed you won’t run into that problem.
Air Mattress Hide a Bed Sofa:
Sometimes when you’re camping you may have extra guests. Vantage ensures their sleeping comfort as well with a standard Air Mattress Hide a Bed Sofa. Just pull over the back of the sofa, plug in the motor, turn on the pump, and within minutes you have an extremely comfortable air bed. In the morning, breaking down the bed is a snap also. Just turn the switch to deflate, turn on the motor, and again within minutes the mattress is ready to be folded away.

Super Suite Tub:
Bathrooms and showers in traditional RVs always feel crammed and claustrophobic. Not so in the Vantage. We utilize our Super Suite Tub that offers one of the largest shower areas in the travel trailer industry. It’s an amazing 30” x 43” giving you lots of shoulder room. You’ll also the nice seat for ladies to use while shaving their legs.
Porcelain Foot Flush Toilet:
One more upgraded feature in the bath area is the foot flush porcelain toilet. The toilet is more residential in design when compared to traditional plastic RV commodes. It’s also much easier to keep clean.

 The company’s Class C motorhomes captured the #1 market position in 2011 and accounted for nearly 24% of all Class C sales. These results showed Thor Motor Coach’s Class C brands grew fastest amongst the top manufacturers with a 17.5% increase.  In addition, Thor Motor Coach’s Class A motorhome brands lead the market in 2011, capturing 23.7% of all gas powered Class A sales.

Success at the retail level is only possible with a talented dealer network.  The partnerships formed between Thor Motor Coach and its dealers solidify the foundation to develop innovative products with superior value.

“Reines RV and Thor Motor Coach have been partners for over 12 years. Finding the right motorhome manufacturer was an important factor for our long term success as an RV dealership. Thor Motor Coach’s products have always been known as “the best value” with a solid reputation for standing behind their motorhomes”, said Lindsey Reines, owner Reines RV in Manassa, Virginia.

Consumer focused programs such as “Gold Star Inspections” and “Concierge Connection” emphasize a commitment to quality driven products.  These industry unique programs create unyielding partnerships with dealers and retail customers.

“You cannot be the top single brand retailer of motorhomes without partnering with great dealers. These alliances are essential, allowing us to provide our customers a superior ownership experience”, emphasized Jeff Kime, President of Thor Motor Coach.

For more information on Thor Motor Coach motorhomes, call (800) 860-5658, visit http://ThorMotorCoach.com, or write to: Thor Motor Coach, Inc., PO Box 1486, Elkhart, Indiana 46515.

About Thor Motor Coach

Thor Motor Coach, Inc is an operating unit of Thor Industries, Inc. (NYSE:THO), producing various motorized recreation vehicles that are sold throughout the United States and Canada. Thor Motor Coach RV brands include Class A Diesel; Astoria, Palazzo, Serrano, and Tuscany, Class A Gas; ACE, Daybreak, Challenger, Hurricane, Outlaw Toy Hauler, and Windsport, Class B+; Siesta, Siesta Sprinter, Citation, and Citation Sprinter, Class C Gas and Diesel; Four Winds and Chateau.

Goshen, Indiana

Beginning March 1, campers will be able to register each week for a chance to win a number of prizes including free camping nights and camping merchandise.  The Grand Prize of a new $40,000 Keystone Vantage will be awarded in October to one lucky winner.

We will reach out to millions of camping families through the KOA 50^th Anniversary Celebration,” said Matt Zimmerman, president of Keystone RV Company.  “This partnership is a perfect match between two organizations serving the same customer.  Many KOA campers already know the Keystone brand and this is a golden opportunity for Keystone to reacquaint these families with all the benefits Keystone has to offer.  This is also an opportunity to introduce Keystone to families not already familiar with us.”

Says KOA CEO Jim Rogers, “We think this will be a very fun way to celebrate our 50^th birthday. We partnered with Keystone RV Company last year to give away a great Keystone Springdale RV, and it proved to be wildly popular with campers. So, being able to offer a brand new Keystone Vantage – which is now in its very first year of production – is a real treat.”

About the Keystone Vantage:  Vantage combines timeless beauty with modern technology to create a new travel trailer unlike anything on the market today. By utilizing curved, laminated fiberglass sidewalls and an arched roof, Vantage delivers wide-body livability and comfort in a look that clearly stands apart. And the Vantage interior is also extraordinary–tastefully incorporating contemporary-glazed maple cabinets, two-tone fascia, and an open spaciousness that is uncommon and pleasing.

Campers can enter their names once each week at http://koakompass.com/win-a-keystone-vantage-rv-in-koas-50th-anniversary-giveaway  For a complete list of contest rules, go to www.KOAKompass.com.