Camping World Holdings Announces Deal to Acquire EZ Living RV in Illinois
Camping World Holdings (NYSE: CWH) announced its acquisition of EZ Living RV in Braidwood, IL, expected to close in March 2021. CEO Marcus Lemonis stated that the acquisition expands Camping World's market share and enhances service capabilities to RV customers. The new facility will transition to the Camping World brand and serve as the sixth location in Illinois, offering a variety of new and used RVs, accessories, and outdoor products. Currently, Camping World operates over 170 SuperCenters nationwide, focusing on expanding its market presence and enhancing customer service.
- Acquisition of EZ Living RV expands market share and enhances service capabilities.
- New location will offer a wide range of RVs and outdoor products, boosting revenue potential.
- Currently operates over 170 SuperCenters, indicating strong market presence.
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Camping World Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: CWH) (“Camping World”), America’s Recreation Dealer, today announced an agreement to acquire EZ Living RV in Braidwood, IL. The acquisition is anticipated to close in March 2021.
“We continue to pursue dealership acquisitions to expand our market share,” said Marcus Lemonis, CEO and Chairman of Camping World Holdings. “The EZ Living RV acquisition fills a void in our footprint and allows us to more effectively service our RV and outdoor customer base.”
The facility, located at 800 EZ Street in Braidwood, just off I-55 south of Joliet, will transition to the Camping World brand and open in late March. This will be the company’s sixth location in the state of Illinois. The SuperCenter will include a wide range of new and used RVs from top manufacturers in addition to a full assortment of RV and outdoor products and accessories.
The company currently has operating dealerships, agreements to acquire existing RV dealerships, is under new construction or has land acquisition pending in all 48 states.
Camping World Holdings, the nation’s largest network of RV and outdoor lifestyle centric locations, currently owns and operates over 170 SuperCenters nationwide and a comprehensive ecommerce platform, specializing in RV sales and service, RV parts and accessories, outdoor lifestyle products and its entire portfolio of Good Sam products and services. From new strategic acquisitions, new store development and facility upgrades, the Company’s network will continue to expand and evolve while serving its customers' outdoor, RV and camping needs.
Camping World is always looking for seasoned and professional RV sales associates, technicians, and retail support to assist with locations across the country. Individuals interested in applying for a position may visit http://www.campingworldcareers.com/.
About Camping World Holdings, Inc.
Camping World Holdings, headquartered in Lincolnshire, Illinois, is America’s leading recreational vehicle and outdoor retailer, offering an extensive assortment of recreational vehicles for sale, RV and camping gear, RV maintenance and repair, other outdoor and active sports products, and the industry’s broadest and deepest range of services, protection plans, products and resources. Since the Company's founding in 1966, Camping World has grown to become one of the most well-known destinations for everything RV, with more than 170 locations in 38 states and a comprehensive e-commerce platform. For more information, visit www.CampingWorld.com.
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