Australia’s grey nomads, from Macarthur to Maroochydore, are still on the march if Australian Recreational Vehicle production statistics are any guide.
But it’s not just so called grey nomads who are into caravans – more and more Australian families are choosing caravans as a way to go on holiday.
The figures for April, released this week, show an increase in production of 3.2 percent compared with April 2014, and year to date production is 10.3 percent higher compared to last year’s numbers.
This is the fourth consecutive monthly production increase in RV production this year, as Australians’ appetite for caravanning and camping supports local
manufacturing.
Caravan Industry Association of Australia estimates that we are up for another record year of production.
“These new figures for 2015 are on the back of yearly production in 2014 that was the second highest in two decades,” says Caravan Industry Association of Australia CEO Stuart Lamont.
“Our research shows that more and more, families are turning to caravanning and camping for leisure in Australia.”
Caravan Industry Association of Australia research shows the largest domestic user group in the sector is 30-54 year olds, making up 50 percent of the market (followed by 55-70 year olds who make up 25 percent.)
As the market grows, so will production.
“Over 70 percent of RVs bought in Australia are made here,’’ says Mr Lamont.
“As increasing numbers of Australians hit the roads around Australia in search of that great Aussie holiday, local RV production will increase to supply demand.
“This is great news both for Australian manufacturing, and for the industry.
[social_quote duplicate=”no” align=”default”]“We love knowing that caravanning and camping provides a very special experience to Australian families of all shapes and sizes, and is continuing to reach more and more Australians every season.”[/social_quote]
