General Info

Thor Industries is one of the world s largest manufacturers of recreational vehicles and trailers. The company was founded in August 1980 when Wade F.B. Thompson and Peter B. Orthwein acquired Airstream, one of the most recognized names in the motor home and trailer industries. Thor is responsible for such brands as Aerolite, Airstream, Breckenridge, CrossRoads (acquired in 2004), Damon, Dutchmen (acquired in 1984), Four Winds, General Coach (acquired in 1982), Keystone, Komfort, Mandalay, Champion Bus, Eldorado National and Goshen Coach (acquired in 2005). Its Thor America operation in Middleburg, Pa., manufactures Citation and Chateau travel trailers and fifth wheels. Thor Industries has more than 7,000 employees and has been manufacturing outdoor vehicles for nearly 30 years. The company s corporate office is located in Jackson Center, Ohio.