THOR Industries, Inc. (THO) is the world's largest manufacturer of recreational vehicles (RVs). The company's history spans over four decades and hosts an extensive portfolio of some of the world's most recognized and admired RV brands. THOR was founded on August 29, 1980, by Wade F. B. Thompson and Peter Busch Orthwein, and is headquartered in Elkhart, Indiana, United States.
Renowned for its comprehensive and diverse range of RVs, THO's product line includes everything from affordable towable trailers to luxury motorhomes. Its primary operating subsidiaries include Airstream, Heartland RV, Jayco, and Keystone RV Company, among others. Through these units, THO offers a range of services, including sales, service, and financing to dealers and consumers.
THOR Industries, Inc. operates through three segments: North American Towable Recreational Vehicles, North American Motorized Recreational Vehicles, and European Recreational Vehicles. The company is committed to continuous quality improvement, a philosophy that values their customers' input and draws upon their collective experience to enhance RV ownership and enrich the passion for the outdoors with innovative features, durable construction, and service professionals worldwide.
One of its leading brands, Airstream, absolutely personifies the American spirit of freedom and adventure. Airstream’s distinct, rounded-aluminum, silver-bullet shape is instantly recognizable and admired for its design as well as the craftmanship and luxuries it provides to the modern traveler.
The company changed the RV industry by being the first to provide its customers with the ability to custom design the floor plan of their new RV. This level of customization reflects THOR's commitment to meeting the ever-changing tastes and needs of its diverse customer base.
THOR Industries, Inc. takes its corporate social responsibility (CSR) seriously, where it demonstrates environmental stewardship by creating fuel-efficient products, promoting recycling in its facilities, and using more environmentally friendly materials in its products. The company also encourages and supports volunteerism and philanthropy among its employees and has made significant contributions toward initiatives for the betterment of the communities where it operates.
Driven by an innovative spirit and commitment to providing the highest quality products and services, THOR continues to grow, maintaining its rank as a leader in the RV industry. From an investment perspective, THO is listed on the New York Stock Exchange and has been recognized for delivering solid revenue growth and shareholder returns. The company's proven performance and ongoing investments in new technology and production capacities remain key to its long-term business sustainability and success.