IDS 2024 RV Industry Trends Report

The modern customer seeks continuity. They want the ease of booking services online, the flexibility of digital payment methods, and the reassurance of personalized post-purchase interactions. This ongoing relationship, facilitated through digital channels, forms the core of brand loyalty and repeat business. In an IDS survey of RV dealers across North America , 53% noted that the most notable change they’ve observed in their customers' expectations for RV service and maintenance is increased demand for faster service turnaround times. The world has become accustomed to instant gratification, thanks to on-demand services and next-day deliveries. The RV industry is no exception.

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Have you observed any changes in customer expectations regarding RV service and maintenance?

9 %

Increased demand for faster service turnaround times Increased demand for mobile or on-site service options No significant changes in customer expecations Not applicable, I'm not involved in RV service Other (please specify)

53 %

34 %

Personalized Email Marketing to Customers

How IDS Engage Helps Personalizes Emails • Utilize insights from your DMS data to craft sincere and relevant messages. Authenticity is key to trust-building. • Deploy automated service reminders and feedback surveys to show customers you’re genuinely invested in their experience, valuing their feedback and ensuring their RV journey remains smooth. • With prebuilt, mobile-responsive templates, you can promote deals and offers that genuinely cater to your customers’ needs. Such targeted, relevant promotions further underline your commitment to serving the customer's best interests.

Email is an enduring mode of communication that provides an intimate channel to build and sustain this trust. But as with any intimate dialogue, the success of email marketing rests largely on its relevance, relatability, and resonance. This is where personalization becomes critical with a tool like IDS Engage.

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