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There has been a notable increase in RV frauds nationwide. Major Financial Institutions in Canada have reported multiple instances of RV fraud come through their Indirect Lending channels in recent months. Falsified documentation and identity (ID) theft have been identified as core challenges - especially where remote applicants are involved.
  
Canada RECT Dashboard - May 2024
• May's average cycle times were reduced to 39 days - 3 days quicker than April's average and the quickest May average since 2022.  
• The cycle time for work orders impacted by the two main bottlenecks had small improvements in May.   
  > The average cycle time for work orders with at least 1  out-of-stock part was 98 days-1 day quicker than April's average and the fastest May average since 2019.  
  > Cycle time for work orders with  warranty coverage was reduced to a 62-day average in May - 2 days quicker than April's average and the fastest May average since 2021.  
  
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We are thrilled to announce the official launch of the new RVDA of Alberta website, along with refreshed logo and a dynamic new look and feel for our flagship events!
  
The Quarterly Economic Review is intended to deliver a comprehensive look at the economic indicators affecting the RV industry in Canada.
  
Warranty administrator training is the latest addition to the Mike Molino RV Learning Center’s selection of online courses designed to help dealers and fixed operations professionals meet the needs of a new generation of customers. 
 
The Warranty Administrator Online Course offers first of its kind training that covers processing RV repair orders, handling warranty claims, managing payments, maintaining customer and manufacturer/supplier relations, and checking in new units. To register for the course, click here
  
If you have any information regarding this stolen RV please contact the RCMP or the owner immediately.
  
RVDA has launched the 2024 Dealer Satisfaction Index (DSI) survey and U.S. and Canadian dealers will have until September 11th to rate the manufacturers/brands whose products they sell.
 
When rating their brands/manufacturers,  RVDA asks dealers to express their level of satisfaction on four core issuesReliability/quality; Parts Support; Warranty Support; and Sales Support.
 
This is the 30th year RVDA has conducted the DSI survey and is one of the tools the association uses to improve dealer-manufacturer relations.
 
 
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Spader Business Management®
As the market shifts and leaders face new challenges, let's make sure your team has what they need to make effective decisions. The four-step leadership process in Spader's Leading for Success and Satisfaction workshop will arm your key players with the principles and systems to improve coaching and decision-making skills by 40-50%.

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The schedule for the 2024 RVDA Convention/Expo at Paris Las Vegas is coming together with more events added each week leading up to the event, Nov. 11-15.
 
Best-selling author and successful marketing executive Kevin Brown will deliver the keynote address, sponsored by Wells Fargo Inventory Finance, during the opening general session on Tuesday, Nov. 12. Nearly 30 Vendor Training +Plus sessions are slated and eight Partners of Progress dealer-manufacturers meetings are scheduled throughout the week. 
 
 
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At Huntington, your inventory financing needs are our focus. We create floorplan solutions designed to fit your unique business goals. Our dedicated specialists provide custom dealer onboarding with easy access to real-time data and reporting.
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TD Auto Finance is proud to provide you with the support you need to grow your business! Our specialized Recreational Sales, Credit and Funding teams are here to assist you with all your RV financing needs.
 
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Introducing Roadie, your dedicated AI assistant, custom-built for RV dealerships. Imagine a reliable, always-on team member who knows your inventory inside out and is ready to answer queries about your RVs and services.
 
Adopting Roadie means embracing a hassle-free, tech-savvy approach to enhance your dealership's productivity and customer satisfaction. 
  
In 2024, iA Dealer Services commemorates its 30th anniversary of partnership with RVDA of Canada as their exclusive F&I endorsement partner.
 
We are proud to celebrate this milestone with you as we continue to uphold our commitment to providing your customers with best-in-class protection programs.
 
With the most extensive product offering in the market, equip your customer with the security and financial peace of mind they want with their new unit with products like loss of employment protection, certified pre-owned programs backed by a 90-day warranty, and theft deterrent and recovery programs. Increase customer retention by providing the reassurance your customers want with value-added protection products they can rely on.  Contact us today to learn more: https://iadealerservices.ca 
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