History & Timeline

Thor Industries, Inc. was founded on August 29, 1980, when Wade F. B. Thompson and Peter B. Orthwein acquired Airstream, the most recognized name in the industry. Despite its venerable image, Airstream had not fared well during the economic downturn of the late 1970s. By focusing on improving quality while reducing costs, Airstream returned to profitability in its very first year under the new Thor management.

Our Brands

Together, the Thor Industries family of RV companies makes up one of the world’s largest RV manufacturers. We’ve chosen our family wisely, so your choice is that much easier.