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5 min readThe RV industry is bracing for a shakeup. In a single week, the CEO of Lippert Components—the company that makes the frames and parts for most RVs built in Indiana—stepped down abruptly after 32 years, and a YouTuber with over a million subscribers was sued by Battle Born Batteries for allegedly false and misleading reviews. Meanwhile, the hosts of the RV Miles Podcast spent four days in a Nouveau van exploring Grand Canyon National Park, where they discovered that the park's historic buildings—designed by pioneering architect Mary Colter—have been turned into gift shops instead of the lounges and gathering spaces they were meant to be.
Lippert's Abrupt CEO Change
Jason Lippert, the third-generation CEO of Lippert Components, stepped down effective immediately. The company, which manufactures most of the frames and components used in RVs built in Indiana and beyond, announced the change without explanation. A board member and former Camping World executive has taken over on an interim basis while the company conducts both an internal and external search for a permanent replacement. The hosts note that this follows a failed potential merger with Patrick Industries, and they speculate whether that played a role in the decision. Jason Lippert had been with the company for 32 years, and his grandfather founded it. The abruptness of the departure—and the fact that he is relati
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What you'll learn
- 1 (00:31) **Grand Canyon Trip & Battle Born Lawsuit Preview** - Jason and Abby introduce the two main segments: a new perspective on Grand Canyon National Park and a YouTuber being sued by Battle Born batteries.
- 2 (01:26) **Lippert CEO Steps Down Abruptly** - Jason Lippert, third-generation CEO of the major RV supplier, resigns effective immediately.
- 3 (04:10) **Battle Born Sues YouTuber Will Prouse** - Dragonfly Energy (owner of Battle Born) sues Will Prouse over critical battery teardown videos, alleging false statements and undisclosed financial ties.
- 4 (26:35) **Grand Canyon Trip: Fuel Scare & Arrival** - The hosts recount their Nouveau van trip, starting with a near-empty fuel crisis due to poor cell service and a lack of GPS.
- 5 (31:40) **Camping at Mather Campground** - A description of the quintessential national park campground experience at the South Rim.
- 6 (36:00) **Exploring the Historic Grand Canyon Village** - A full day spent touring the historic village area, focusing on the architecture and stories of early park settlers.
- 7 (50:05) **Route 66 & Boondocking Adventure** - The hosts begin their return to Vegas, driving a scenic section of Route 66 and finding a memorable boondocking spot.
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Show Notes
This week, join us as we get caught up on two major news stories from the week- a major change in leadership at Lippert and a lawsuit involving Battle Born Batteries and Will Prowse. Plus, we wrap up our 4-day trip in the Noovo Plus with a stop at the Grand Canyon, Mather Campground, and a peaceful boondocking spot off of historic Route 66. Finally, our fresh tank/black tank segments touch on concert season, Mountain Gazette Magazine, and a heartbreaking insurance reminder, and YouTube content creators just can't stop attacking their own.
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00:00 Intro
01:21 Lippert CEO Shakeup
04:10 Battle Born Lawsuit
24:23 Sponsor Break
26:35 Grand Canyon Fuel Scare
31:40 Mather Campground Stay
36:00 Why Grand Canyon Rules
37:36 Grand Canyon Village Walk
38:27 Kolb Studio Time Capsule
41:48 Gift Shop Takeover
45:08 Bright Angel Lodge History
50:05 Route 66 Boondocking Night
51:53 Mayfly Screen Invasion
54:29 Van Life With Noovo
56:56 Fresh Tank / Black Tank
57:39 Insurance Reality Check
01:00:17 Mountain Gazette Magazine
01:04:18 YouTube Drama Cycle
01:09:35 Jimmy Eat World
01:12:55 Homecoming And Farewell
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