Top RV News: APR 23, 2024

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EasyCare, National Auto Care Announce New Brand Identity

NORCROSS, Ga. – EasyCare and National Auto Care, APCO Holdings brands, announce that they have merged into a unified nationwide F&I force under the EasyCare brand. The merger follows the acquisition of National Auto Care in January 2023. With a combined legacy spanning over 40 years, the brands are renowned for their innovative F&I solutions, award-winning products, and their ability to drive significant results for dealerships nationwide.

“The fusion of National Auto Care and EasyCare enhances our ability to support our ever-increasing dealer portfolio, allowing us to offer a broader range of top-tier product solutions to our dealers and clients,” says Tony Wanderon, CEO of APCO Holdings. “Uniting as EasyCare presents a new face for some of our legacy customers, but our core commitment to providing innovative products and exceptional support to our dealers and agents remains our number one priority. Together, our nationwide salesforce and network of independent agents are armed with even more value they can bring to dealers.”

The rebranding initiative includes a refreshed visual identity, including an updated logo, vibrant color palette, and refined brand messaging—all designed to underscore the brand’s dedication to offering premier F&I solutions.

“The new brand mark symbolizes our commitment to help consumers keep moving forward,” said Jennifer Haddow, Vice President of Marketing for APCO Holdings. “The introduction of a third color in our brand palette represents our ongoing commitment to our dealers, agents, and customers.”

Renogy Appoints Petrivelli, Hundt to Vice President Roles

ONTARIO, Calif. – Renogy, a global leader in renewable energy solutions, is delighted to welcome Fred as its new Vice President of Dealer Partnerships. With over 40 years of experience in the RV Aftermarket, Fred brings an exceptional level industry expertise and strategic insight to his new position at Renogy.

Renogy also welcomes Chris Hundt as the new Vice President of RV OEM Business Development. Chris joins the team with an impressive background, boasting over three decades of experience across the renewable energy spectrum. He has served as Vice President at Dehco, a Patrick Industries Division for years. His expertise is not just rooted in his professional achievements but also in his genuine enthusiasm for driving innovation within the industry.

Petrivelli’s professional journey spans various positions within aftermarket suppliers and distribution, including a notable tenure of 15 years with Keystone Automotive/NTP STAG in sales leadership positions. His expertise is not just rooted in his professional achievements but also in his genuine enthusiasm for driving innovation within the industry.

Brown & Brown Sees 12.7% Revenue Increase in Q1 2024

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla., – Brown & Brown Insurance (NYSE:BRO) Monday announced its unaudited financial results for the first quarter of 2024.

Revenues for the first quarter of 2024 under U.S. generally accepted accounting principles (“GAAP”) were $1,258 million, increasing $142 million, or 12.7%, compared to the first quarter of the prior year, with commissions and fees increasing by 11.6% and Organic Revenue increasing by 8.6%. Income before income taxes was $364 million, increasing 23.8% from the first quarter of the prior year with Income Before Income Taxes Margin increasing to 28.9% from 26.3%. EBITDAC – Adjusted was $466 million, increasing 17.1% compared to the first quarter of the prior year with EBITDAC Margin – Adjusted increasing to 37.0% from 35.7%. Net income was $293 million, increasing $57 million, or 24.2%, and diluted net income per share increased to $1.02, or by 22.9%, with Diluted Net Income Per Share – Adjusted increasing to $1.14, or by 18.8%, each as compared to the first quarter of the prior year.

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