How to Make the Most of RV Shows

If you’re shopping for an RV, RV shows are a great way to see what’s on the market and compare models from different manufacturers. You’ll get the most out of an RV show if you do a little homework on RVT.com first. If you’re new to RVing, start with our RV Buyer’s Guide which gives you an overview of the different types of RVs available. Then browse through our online RV listings to narrow your search. While you’re browsing, make a list of features you like.

Before the show, check the show website for seminar schedules and download a map. RV shows cover a lot of ground, so mark “can’t miss” RV dealer displays and booths on your map before you head for the show. Put on some comfy walking shoes, grab a backpack for carting literature, and don’t forget your smartphone (or take a notepad and digital camera).

When you arrive at the show, start by visiting a large RV dealer where you can make side-by-side comparisons of motorized and towable RVs. After deciding which type of RV you want to buy, walk through comparable models by different manufacturers. To keep all the information about a particular RV together, make your notes on the literature you collect. To help jog your memory, snap photos of the RV models and features you like best.

Check the RVT.com RV show calendar to find an RV show new you.

Next time: Are RV show prices as good as they sound?