BRISTOL, IN – January 14, 2025 – Rengade RV, pioneer of the Super C motorhome and part of REV Group, Inc., announces Chris Cook has been promoted from regional sales manager to director of sales, following the retirement of Dwayne Kazmierczak, effective immediately. In addition, Victor Quezada, who is Renegade’s product development manager, will handle all marketing for Renegade RV. Both Cook and Quezada will report to Mike Lanciotti.
Cook has been part of Renegade RV sales team since 2019, and has a long history in the RV industry, previously working at Thor and Forest River.
Quezada also joined Renegade RV in 2019, and prior to that was working with Fleetwood RV, Holiday Rambler and American Coach brands as the lead designer.
“Renegade RV is a unique brand in the RV industry, where sales remain steady,” said Mike Lanciotti, president, REV Recreational Vehicles Segment. “We wish Dwayne all the best and thank him for his dedication and service to Renegade over the last five years. I am delighted that Chris and Victor will step in and take on his responsibilities and keep Renegade on the right track.”
Renegade MY25 motorhomes will be on display with North Trail RV at the 40th Annual Florida RV SuperShow from January 15-19, at the Florida State Fairgrounds in Tampa, FL. For more information, visit Renegade RV Shows & RV Rallies.
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About Renegade RV
Founded in 1997 and based in Bristol, Indiana, REV Renegade, LLC, the manufacturer of Renegade RV ™, is a leader in the RV industry with respect to performance, quality, and innovation. With roots in motorsports, Renegade RV is known as the pioneer of the Super C motorhome. REV Renegade, LLC is a subsidiary of REV Group, Inc. (NYSE: REVG).
About REV Group, Inc.
REV Group companies are leading designers and manufacturers of specialty vehicles and related aftermarket parts and services, which serve a diversified customer base, primarily in the United States, through two segments: Specialty Vehicles and Recreational Vehicles. The Specialty Vehicles Segment provides customized vehicle solutions for applications, including essential needs for public services (ambulances and fire apparatus) and commercial infrastructure (terminal trucks and industrial sweepers). REV Group’s Recreational Vehicles Segment manufactures a variety of RVs from Class B vans to Class A motorhomes. REV Group’s portfolio is made up of well-established principal vehicle brands, including many of the most recognizable names within their industry. Several of REV Group’s brands pioneered their specialty vehicle product categories and date back more than 50 years. REV Group trades on the NYSE under the symbol REVG. Investors-REVG
Media Contact:
Julie Nuernberg | Senior Director of Marketing & Communications
BROOKFIELD, Wis – January 3, 2025 – William “Bill” Foster, a pioneer and icon in the fire industry and one of the four founders of Spartan Fire Chassis (formerly Spartan Motors), passed away on Wednesday, January 1, 2025, surrounded by his family.
Mike Virnig, Specialty Vehicles Segment President for REV Group said: “Bill’s impact on the fire industry is immeasurable. He will always be remembered for his contributions, including setting the highest standards for professionalism, continuing training and education, exceptional customer service and dependability. Bill will be missed for his generosity, kindness and being a true gentleman.”
Foster served 27 years as a firefighter with the Delta Township (MI) Fire Department where he held many ranks including Assistant Chief. In 1975, Foster and three fellow engineers established Spartan Motors and built their first chassis for Covington (OH) Fire Department. From 1976, Foster served as a co-founder and Vice President and in 1978 became a Director on the Spartan Motors Board. Foster’s unique insights led to the development of specialized fire apparatus that prioritized safety and efficiency. In addition, Foster founded the annual Fire Truck Training Conference (FTTC) in 1994 to enhance the skills of emergency vehicle technicians (EVT) and help ensure the highest standards in vehicle maintenance and safety. For the last ten years of FTTC, an EVT has been awarded the ‘Bill Foster Award’ for exemplary service.
In recognition of his lifelong contributions, Foster received numerous accolades, including the Jim A. Bland Memorial Award presented at the Southwest E.V.T. Conference and a commemorative chrome fire hydrant at the Charlotte (MI) Fire Department, both in 2008. Foster also received a special award for his 30 years of commitment to Emergency Vehicle Technician training and education from the Fire Department Safety Officers Association (FDSOA).
Bill Foster’s obituary and funeral details are here: William F. Foster | Estes Leadley Funeral Homes
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About Spartan Emergency Response
Spartan Emergency Response, comprised of REV Group subsidiaries Spartan Fire, LLC, Smeal SFA, LLC, Smeal LTC, LLC and Smeal Holding, LLC, is a North American leader in the emergency response market and offers brands including Spartan Authorized Parts, Spartan Factory Service Centers, Spartan Fire Chassis, Smeal, and Ladder Tower. Spartan Emergency Response vehicles are well known for safety, quality, durability, aftermarket product support, and first-to-market innovation. The company operates facilities in Michigan, Pennsylvania, South Dakota, and Nebraska.
About REV Group, Inc.
REV Group companies are leading designers and manufacturers of specialty vehicles and related aftermarket parts and services, which serve a diversified customer base, primarily in the United States, through two segments: Specialty Vehicles and Recreational Vehicles. The Specialty Vehicles Segment provides customized vehicle solutions for applications, including essential needs for public services (ambulances and fire apparatus) and commercial infrastructure (terminal trucks and industrial sweepers). REV Group’s Recreational Vehicles Segment manufactures a variety of RVs from Class B vans to Class A motorhomes. REV Group’s portfolio is made up of well-established principal vehicle brands, including many of the most recognizable names within their industry. Several of REV Group’s brands pioneered their specialty vehicle product categories and date back more than 50 years. REV Group trades on the NYSE under the symbol REVG. Investors-REVG
Media Contact:
Julie Nuernberg | Senior Director of Marketing & Communications
BRANDON, S.D. – December 17, 2024 – Smeal SFA LLC, a subsidiary of REV Group, Inc., and a leading manufacturer of fire apparatus located in Snyder, NE, is pleased to announce the Pueblo Fire Department in Colorado has taken delivery of a Smeal 125’ Rear Mount Aerial which was sold by Smeal dealer Mile-Hi Fire Apparatus, Inc.
“We were honored to partner with Pueblo Fire Department and Mile-Hi Fire Apparatus in producing this fire apparatus,” said Nick Hummel, director of sales, Spartan Emergency Response. “The 125’ Rear Mount Aerial with its four-section ladder design, 750-pound tip load and 13’ short jacking capability is a great addition to Pueblo’s fleet that will help it to better serve its residents and community.”
Key features of the Smeal 125’ Rear Mount Aerial include:
Spartan Gladiator chassis
Cummins X15 565 HP engine
LH Mid Cab EMS Locked Compartment accessible from outside/inside
Large Transverse compartment with roll-out tool storage each side
Street and Curbside Receiver for 9,000 lb. winch for technical rescues
Blue Rung Lights
445 cubic feet of compartment storage
Custom striping to represent Pueblo’s Military Veterans
Believed to be the tallest aerial in Colorado, this apparatus expands the department’s response package, according to Fire Chief Barbara Huber. “It allows us to have a bigger reach for some of our high rises, and also allows us, for rescue purposes along the river, to be able to reach certain things,” Huber said. “So, it creates a diverse response for us.”
For more information, visit https://spartaner.com/brands/smeal/.
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About Spartan Emergency Response
Spartan Emergency Response, comprised of REV Group subsidiaries Spartan Fire, LLC, Smeal SFA, LLC, Smeal LTC, LLC and Smeal Holding, LLC, is a North American leader in the emergency response market and offers brands including Spartan Authorized Parts, Spartan Factory Service Centers, Spartan Fire Chassis, Smeal, and Ladder Tower. Spartan Emergency Response vehicles are well known for safety, quality, durability, aftermarket product support, and first-to-market innovation. The company operates facilities in Michigan, Pennsylvania, South Dakota, and Nebraska.
About REV Group, Inc.
REV Group companies are leading designers and manufacturers of specialty vehicles and related aftermarket parts and services, which serve a diversified customer base, primarily in the United States, through two segments: Specialty Vehicles and Recreational Vehicles. The Specialty Vehicles Segment provides customized vehicle solutions for applications, including essential needs for public services (ambulances and fire apparatus) and commercial infrastructure (terminal trucks and industrial sweepers). REV Group’s Recreational Vehicles Segment manufactures a variety of RVs from Class B vans to Class A motorhomes. REV Group’s portfolio is made up of well-established principal vehicle brands, including many of the most recognizable names within their industry. Several of REV Group’s brands pioneered their specialty vehicle product categories and date back more than 50 years. REV Group trades on the NYSE under the symbol REVG. Investors-REVG
Media Contact:
Julie Nuernberg | Senior Director of Marketing & Communications
