
THOR Industries, Inc.
The world's largest recreational vehicle manufacturer, headquartered in Elkhart, Indiana, owner of Airstream, Jayco, Keystone, and Hymer.
Company Type
public
Founded
1980
Headquarters
Elkhart, Indiana, USA
Stock
New York Stock Exchange: THO
Revenue
Approximately $9.6 billion (FY2026, ended July 31, 2026)
Employees
Approximately 22,000
Primary Market
Global
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Does THOR own Airstream?
Yes. THOR was founded in 1980 by acquiring Airstream, which still operates as a subsidiary in Jackson Center, Ohio.
Does THOR own Tiffin?
Yes. THOR acquired Tiffin Motorhomes in December 2020 for approximately $300 million.
Is THOR Industries publicly traded?
Yes. It trades on the NYSE under ticker THO.
What European brands does THOR own?
Through the Erwin Hymer Group: Hymer, Dethleffs, Buerstner, Carado, Eriba, Laika, Sunlight, LMC, Niesmann+Bischoff, Elddis, Buccaneer, Etrusco, CrossCamp, and Xplore.
Who is the CEO of THOR Industries?
Bob Martin, chief executive officer.
History of THOR Industries, Inc.
Wade Thompson and Peter Orthwein founded THOR in 1980 when they acquired Airstream from Beatrice Companies, returning the silver trailer maker to profitability within a year.
Growth came almost entirely through acquisitions: Dutchmen in 1991, Four Winds, Komfort, and others through the 1990s, Keystone RV in 2001, Heartland in 2010, and the 2010 consolidation of Damon and Four Winds into Thor Motor Coach.
Two deals reshaped the company at scale. The 2016 acquisition of Jayco for $576 million added the best-selling travel trailer lineup in America, and the February 2019 acquisition of Germany's Erwin Hymer Group for roughly 2.1 billion euros made THOR the largest RV manufacturer in the world, with a full European portfolio.
Tiffin Motorhomes joined in December 2020 for about $300 million, and components supplier Airxcel was acquired in 2021 for $750 million, adding a parts and aftermarket arm alongside Postle Aluminum.
THOR Industries, Inc. Sustainability & Ethics
THOR publishes an annual sustainability report covering manufacturing efficiency, solar-equipped product lines, and supplier standards across its global operations.
Controversy, Regulation & Public Scrutiny
The industry faces dealer-level safety recall exposure handled by each operating company through NHTSA processes. No defining corporate controversies are on record.
Brands Owned by THOR Industries, Inc.
THOR Industries, Inc. owns 10 brands in our database. Explore the ownership tree below — click categories to expand and see individual brands.
THOR Industries, Inc.
public · Founded 1980 · Elkhart, Indiana, USA
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THOR Industries, Inc. Ownership: Pros & Cons
Advantages
- +Largest RV maker in North America by units and revenue
- +Two-continent portfolio through Erwin Hymer Group
- +Decentralized brand model with strong dealer relationships
- +Components income through Airxcel and Postle
Considerations
- -Highly cyclical discretionary demand tied to rates and consumer confidence
- -Dealer inventory swings
- -European segment margin pressure
- -Fragmented competition including Forest River and Winnebago
Frequently Asked Questions About THOR Industries, Inc.
Does THOR own Airstream?
Yes. THOR was founded in 1980 by acquiring Airstream, which still operates as a subsidiary in Jackson Center, Ohio.
Does THOR own Tiffin?
Yes. THOR acquired Tiffin Motorhomes in December 2020 for approximately $300 million.
Is THOR Industries publicly traded?
Yes. It trades on the NYSE under ticker THO.
What European brands does THOR own?
Through the Erwin Hymer Group: Hymer, Dethleffs, Buerstner, Carado, Eriba, Laika, Sunlight, LMC, Niesmann+Bischoff, Elddis, Buccaneer, Etrusco, CrossCamp, and Xplore.
Who is the CEO of THOR Industries?
Bob Martin, chief executive officer.








