Special Issue — Coast Distribution

McGUIRE

After several years of inviting Thomas "Tim" McGuire, CEO, The Coast Distribution System, Inc., to be the subject of a feature story in RV News, he has finally relented. McGuire seems to bring an emotional reaction from fellow industry members, some admire him while others question his goals and vision for Coast Distribution. Learn how McGuire ended up in the RV industry and discover what his vision is for the company he leads, the largest RV warehouse distributor in North America. Read his side of the story on issues that have become controversial and what his focus is going to be in the next two years.

A Candid Conversation with Tim McGuire on Controversial Issues

Coast’s CEO answers the tough questions. Over the past four years Tim McGuire has chosen not to respond to RV News’ questions about some controversial issues. Recently, he reversed that practice and agreed to participate in a no-holds-barred question and answer session. Does Coast knock-off other companies’ products? Does Coast own Travel Lux, a company that sells to WalMart? From Coast’s point of view, what’s the story behind Reese’s and Thetford’s decision to cease doing business with Coast? When is Coast going consumer-direct? Read McGuires’ answers to these and other questions.

 

Jeff Wannamaker

Coast’s New President Is Ready to Meet Challenges

In February, Coast veteran Jeff Wannamaker was elevated to president of Coast Distribution. He takes over during a time when Coast is facing unique challenges. Read what Wannamaker feels his challenges are and how he intends to address them.

Cover Photo: Tim McGuire, CEO, Coast Distribution, in San Jose, California, World Headquarters.

COLUMNS

Editorial
The Camping World-Affinity Group Marriage — Our Opinion

RV News takes a look at the Affinity Group’s acquisition of Camping World and comes to some conclusions about whether or not it is going to be good for the industry.