A Proud History of Quality and Value
In 1964, Coachmen Industries was founded by three brothers: Tom, Keith and Claude Corson. The Corson brothers built the company on principles such as:
- "Practice the Golden Rule"
- "Our Word is our Bond"
- "Business goes where it is invited and stays where it is well cared for"
- "Dedicated to the enrichment of your life"
By staying committed to these principles, Coachmen has grown to become one of the largest full–line manufacturers of RVs in the world.
The Corson brothers started Coachmen Industries, Inc. in a 5,000 square foot plant in downtown Middlebury, Indiana. First year production included 12 travel trailers, a single truck camper and 80 truck caps. Since that time Coachmen Companies have produced nearly 600,000 recreational vehicles of all sizes and types.
In 1969, the Company became a public company, and in 1972 Coachmen was first listed on the American Stock Exchange. In January of 1978, the stock was approved for trading on the New York Stock Exchange. In 1984, Coachmen joined the ranks of the prestigious Fortune 500.
Today Coachmen Industries, Inc. has grown to become a diverse corporation. Aside from the Company's recreational vehicle operations, Coachmen Industries also is the country's largest producer of modular housing.
Coachmen Recreational Vehicle Company is the largest division and cornerstone of Coachmen Industries, Inc. and continues to be one of the industry's fastest growing companies in terms of sales and market share.
Our main headquarters and primary manufacturing facilities are located in Middlebury, Indiana. We also have manufacturing facilities in Fitzgerald, Georgia. In all, we occupy nearly 700,000 square feet of manufacturing space on nearly 120 acres. Over 1,600 dedicated workers will produce approximately 15,000 Coachmen RVs within the year.
You will find proof of our dedication in our innovative and user–friendly products and our wide range of customer benefits and services. We are driven by a deep concern for your safety, comfort, pride of ownership and pleasure – in short, your Ultimate Satisfaction.
Coachmen – Celebrating Over 40 Years as "Leader to the Great Outdoors."
