Whether you’re getting ready to hit the road for the first time or you’ve been an RV enthusiast for years, some of these facts may well surprise you! Test yourself and see how many you get right!
How many Americans go RVing every year?
A. 100,000
B. Over 1 million
C. Over 5 million
D. Over 25 million
How many Americans live in an RV full-time?
A. 10,000
B. 100,000
C. 1 million+
D. 5 million+
What age group is most likely to own an RV?
A. 18 – 25: After all, they’re not quite ready to settle down yet.
B. 25 – 35: It’s time to make lasting family memories!
C. 35 – 54: Dreams do come true, and those dreams are made of adventure.
D. 55+: Once you’re approaching retirement (or already there), you have more time to spend in your RV. Why not make the investment?
How much money can RVers save over a typical airplane/hotel vacation?
A. None – it’s way more expensive to vacation in an RV
B. None – everything is so costly now
C. 10% – it may not be a lot, but everything adds up
D. Up to 60% – RVing makes family vacations truly affordable
How far does the average RV travel before arriving at their campsite?
A. 110 miles
B. 190 miles
C. 340 miles
D. 560 miles
Quiz Answers:
N o. 1
How many Americans go RVing every year?
Answer: D. According to the Recreational Vehicle Industry Association, over 25 million Americans hit the road in a recreational vehicle every year.
N o. 2
How many Americans live in an RV full-time?
Answer: C. While ~11 million Americans own an RV (the highest number ever recorded), just over 1 million call one home year-round.
N o. 3
What age group is most likely to own an RV?
Answer: C. 35 to 54-year-olds are the most likely to own an RV, followed by seniors. The younger generation, though, has big plans. Over half of Millennials are interested in purchasing an RV, and 26% say they’re highly likely to do so.
N o. 4
How much money can RVers save over a typical airplane/hotel vacation?
Answer: D. RV vacations are right around 60% less expensive than traveling by plane and having to get a hotel room, making it a perfect way to spend
time together as a family, whether you can get away for only a couple of days or spend several weeks on the road.
N o. 5
How far does the average RV travel before arriving at their campsite?
Answer: B. While it differs dramatically between RV adventurers, the average is 190 miles, often following the 2/2/2 rule. That is, drive no more than 200 miles each day. Stop every two hours to stretch and move your body. Arrive at your destination campsite by 2 p.m. And stay for at least two nights. This helps with planning, prevents travel fatigue, and saves on gas for a happier, more positive RV experience.
