RV News: Grand Design Reveals Next-Gen Solitude Fifth-Wheel, Palomino’s Lightest Truck Camper Yet, and More

It was a relatively quiet time for the RV industry this past week, but there are still a few stories to share. Here are the most interesting news items that you might want to know about:

• Grand Design Debuts Next-Generation Solitude Fifth-Wheel Trailers: The Solitude fifth-wheel trailer has been a mainstay in the Grand Design lineup since the company first burst onto the scene over a decade ago. This week, that iconic camper got some serious upgrades, including fully redesigned floor plans, a refreshed interior, and other important enhancements. New to the lineup are the 394RO and 320RK models, which are rear office and rear kitchen layouts, respectively. New features include a completely reengineered frame, a more durable fiberglass roof, a standard king bed in all models, three 18K BTU ducted A/C units, and 600W solar with a 2000W inverter. Check out all the details on the Grand Design website. 

• Gear Patrol Checks Out the Pause Roamer X: The burly and off-road-ready Pause Roamer X is an interesting travel trailer, packing a ton of features into a relatively small form factor. The rig includes such luxury items as a dishwasher, a fireplace, and a rear deck, yet is still capable of going off-grid in very remote locations. That’s helped by a 2.16Ah lithium battery and 3160W of solar, not to mention a MORryde air suspension and all-terrain tires. It doesn’t come cheap, though, with pricing starting at just under $200k. This week, Gear Patrol took an inside look at this intriguing overlanding towable. 

• Palomino Rolls Out HS-600 Truck Camper: Innovation in the truck camper space continues apace, with Palomino showing off its new Backpack HS-600 model this week. The new rig is the lightest hard-side model in the company’s lineup, tipping the scales at a mere 1641 lbs. It comes standard with 400W of solar, a 100Ah lithium battery, a queen bed, and a cozy dinette. Truck Camper Magazine has the full scoop here. 

• New Study Reveals How Long It Takes to Sell an RV: Ever wonder how long an RV has been sitting on the dealer’s lot? A new study from National Vehicle offers some insights. The online RV sales company monitored 10,991 RV listings and 5,174 confirmed customer sales over a two-year period from October 2024 through September 2026 and determined that the average selling time sits at about 69 days. Unsurprisingly, different types of RVs sold at different rates, with Class B vans and Class C coaches selling within 60 and 61 days, respectively. Meanwhile, fifth-wheels hit the exact 69-day average, while travel trailers crept up to 74 days and Class A motorhomes took 80 days on average to find a buyer. For more details on the study, click here. 

• Escapees RV Club Now Selling Tickets for Escapade 2027: Registration and ticket sales are now open for the Escapees RV Club’s Escapade 2027 gathering. Next year’s event is set to take place on March 21–26 in Tucson, AZ, with a host of fun activities on the docket. Those include an RV Bootcamp for teaching basic skills, education seminars and workshops, a vendor marketplace, live entertainment, and five nights of themed parties and activities. Learn more here. 

• Storyteller Overland Announces First-Ever STO Fest: Adventure van and overlanding vehicle manufacturer Storyteller Overland announced its first big customer event this week, inviting its fans to come join in the fun next year. Dubbed STO Fest, the gathering will take place in Johnson Valley, CA on October 14–17, 2027. Attendees will be able to take part in learning labs, share campfire tales, interact with vendors, and enjoy live music, good food, and cold drinks. Registration is now open, and interested parties can learn more here. 

• Segway Xyber Air Now on Sale: A few weeks back, we told you about the new lightweight version of the Segway Xyber Air e-bike, which at the time was still coming soon. The new ride is now available and has started shipping to customers. With a dirt-bike-inspired design, a 717Wh battery giving it 58 miles of range, and an 80mm suspension, this looks like a great new option for riders. MSRP is $1999.99. Learn more here. 

That’s a wrap for this week. See you next Friday for another rundown of the latest RV news.