National RV Included in FORTUNE's '100 Fastest Growing Companies'
1 September 1999
National RV Holdings Included Among FORTUNE Magazine's '100 Fastest Growing Companies'; Up From 1998 RankingPERRIS, Calif., Sept. 1 -- National RV Holdings, Inc. , a leading manufacturer of recreational vehicles today announced that it has again earned a ranking by FORTUNE Magazine in the Sept. 6, 1999 issue featuring the "100 Fastest Growing Companies." FORTUNE selected this exclusive group of companies based on their profits, revenue gains and stock market returns. This year, National RV Holdings appeared on the list in the 65th position, two slots above last year's rank. Commenting on the company's inclusion, Wayne Mertes, National RV Holdings' CEO said, "We take great pride in our accomplishments. Naturally, the recognition we receive from major financial publications is something we value. It has been a remarkable year for us and one that we are striving to build upon." In May, Business Week Magazine positioned National RV Holdings as number 24 in its list of 100 "Hot Growth Companies" and The Wall Street Journal, California Edition also wrote a feature article on the company. National RV Holdings, Inc., is a leading manufacturer of Class "A" motor homes. Through its Country Coach division, the Company designs, manufactures and markets high-end (Highline) Class "A" motor homes and bus conversions under brand names including Concept, Affinity, Magna, Intrigue and Allure. Through its National RV division, the Company designs, manufactures and markets Class "A" motor homes and fifth-wheel travel trailers under brand names including Dolphin, Sea Breeze, Tropi-Cal, Tradewinds, Surf Side and Sea View. This release and other statements by the Company contain forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Investors are cautioned that forward-looking statements are inherently uncertain. Actual performance and results may differ materially from that projected or suggested due to certain risks and uncertainties including, without limitation, the cyclical nature of the recreational vehicle industry, seasonality and potential fluctuations in the Company's operating results; the Company's dependence on chassis suppliers, the integration by the Company of acquired businesses and management of growth; potential liabilities under repurchase agreements; competition; government regulation; product liability; dependence on key personnel and dependence on certain dealers and concentration of dealers in certain regions. Additional information concerning certain risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from that projected or suggested is contained in the Company's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) over the last 12 months, copies of which are available from the SEC or from the Company upon request.