Winnebago Industries in the United States is the most prominent manufacturer of recreational vehicle. It is also a manufacturer and distributor of boats, fifth wheel, and towable goods. It is present in Texas, Iowa, Minnesota, Indiana and Indiana. It manufactures products under the Winnebago and Grand Design brands. Winnebago can be traded on the New York Stock Exchange. It is headquartered in Forest City since 1958.
Winnebago Industries manufactures a range of motor homes and fifth wheels as well as pontoons and a wide variety of outdoor lifestyle products. The company employs 2,850 workers in four facilities in Iowa and Minnesota.
Winnebago Industries began manufacturing RVs in the early 1960s, when the company was founded in the small town of Forest City, Iowa. Five Midwesterners formed the company. The company uses automotive-style assembly lines to manufacture its products. It employs a network of independent authorized dealers.
Winnebago RVs provide a comfortable and enjoyable living environment. Their vans come with all-wheel-drive, solar panels, and bump-outs for more sleeping space. Winnebago RVs are available in a range of prices, from hundreds to thousands of dollars. Its reliability and quality are a major factor in Winnebago's goodwill.
Winnebago Industries strives to be ahead of the curve in technological advances. The company's Advanced Technology Innovation Center will be geared towards incubating, prototyping, and testing innovative products and technologies. The company's goal is to find industry-changing products, develop and evaluate them, and apply them to its portfolio of products.
Winnebago's recreational vehicle offerings have expanded in recent years. In 2010, Winnebago purchased SunnyBrook RV's brand and opened a new Waverly manufacturing plant. The company expanded its marine business presence with the 2018 acquisition Chris-Craft. It now offers self-propelled mobile homes, diesel and gas powered boats, and pontoons.
Winnebago's reliability vehicles and exceptional customer service are what make it so popular. Winnebago customers have the option to make appointments with their dealer network, or shop in a store close to them. The company offers an optout option for its mailing list.
The company's 2022 Corporate Responsibility Report highlights the company's achievements in many areas of social responsibility and environmental responsibility. It includes baseline data to support the company’s commitment to net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2020. It also describes the company’s investments in diversity and environmental sustainability as well as corporate governance.
Winnebago joins Make-A-Wish. He is also a partner at RV Retailer. The company donates $500,000 to the new career center at North Iowa Area Community College in November. Its gift shop is closed during holidays. It partners also with the Winnebago-Itasca Travelers Club.
Winnebago Industries Headquarters in Forest City (Iowa) are just a few miles away from Waldorf College's Pammel RV Park and Pilot Knob State Park. The company's 200-acre farm includes a sawmill as well as a plastics facility. There are also main assembly areas. The sewing and design departments are located there as well. Winnebago is also well-known for its decorative stripes.