Winnebago Industries is America's largest manufacturer of recreational cars. It also manufactures boats, fifth wheels and towable products. It has an office in Texas, Minnesota, Indiana, and Iowa. It produces products for the Winnebago-Newmar, Grand Design and Chris-Craft brands. Winnebago is an openly traded company that trades at the New York Stock Exchange. It is headquartered in Forest City since 1958.
Winnebago Industries produces a variety motor homes, fifth-wheels and pontoons as well as many outdoor lifestyle products. There are 2,850 employees at the company's four Iowa and Minnesota facilities.
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. To produce its products, the company uses auto-style assembly lines. It also has a network authorized dealers.
Winnebago RVs offer comfortable living. Their vans feature solar panels, all-wheel drive, and bump-outs for extra sleeping space. Winnebago RVs range in price from hundreds to several thousand dollars. Its quality and durability has been a defining factor in the company's reputation.
Winnebago Industries is committed to staying ahead of technological developments. The Advanced Technology Innovation Center of Winnebago will help incubate, prototype, and test innovative products. The company's vision is to develop and test innovative products that will change the industry and to then add them to their product line.
Winnebago expanded its recreational vehicle product line in recent times. The company purchased SunnyBrook RV in 2010 and opened a Waverly, Iowa production plant. The company recently acquired Chris-Craft 2018, expanding its reach in the marine sector. It now offers self-propelled mobile dwellings, gasoline and diesel powered boats, as well as pontoons.
Winnebago is known for its dependable vehicles and customer service. Winnebago customers can make appointments with its dealer network and shop in a local store to purchase products. The company also offers an opt-out option on its mailing lists.
The 2022 Corporate Responsibility Report of the company outlines progress made in several areas. It includes baseline data to support the company’s commitment to net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2020. It also details the company's investments and practices in diversity, sustainability, corporate governance, and corporate governance.
Winnebago is an associate of Make-A-Wish as well as a partner in RV Retailer. In November, the company donated $500,000 to North Iowa Area Community College for a new career centre. The gift shop is closed on holidays. It also partners up with the Winnebago-Itasca Travelers Club.
Winnebago Industries' headquarters in Forest City, Iowa, are a few miles from Waldorf College, 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's decorative striping is another trademark.