Grand Design RV Expands Access to RV Lifestyle; Introducing Transcend Lite
MIDDLEBURY, Ind., June 12, 2026 – Grand Design RV® is proud to announce the launch of Transcend Lite, a new addition to its Transcend lineup thoughtfully designed to make RV ownership more attainable for a wider range of travelers. The first floorplan, the 121RBL, features a compact, easy-to-manage design built with simplicity and convenience in mind. Transcend Lite units are expected to arrive on dealer lots beginning in June.
Built on the trusted foundation of the Transcend lineup, Transcend Lite offers a streamlined approach that focuses on the essentials that matter most, making it an ideal choice for those wanting to get into the RV lifestyle for the first time. Perfect for campers transitioning from tent or pop-up camping, Transcend Lite provides a comfortable, approachable step up with the added benefits of hard-sided construction, residential touches, and everyday convenience.
Transcend Lite features a lightweight build and manageable size, making it towable by a wider range vehicles. This combination of ease of towing and user-friendly design helps remove common barriers for first-time buyers, opening the door to more families and adventurers looking to hit the road and explore the outdoors. Transcend Lite focuses on practical features, ease of use, and quality construction, to deliver an exceptional balance of aordability and comfort, making it one of the best values for those beginning their RV journey.
“Transcend Lite is designed to make getting into the RV lifestyle more attainable without losing sight of what matters most to our customers,” said Matt Eppers, Sr. Product Manager, Transcend. “By building on the proven Transcend platform and focusing on simplicity, towability, and essential comforts, we’re able to offer a product that delivers outstanding value alongside the trusted construction Grand Design is known for.”
With the introduction of Transcend Lite, Grand Design continues its commitment to creating RVs that combine thoughtful design, proven quality, and real-world value while welcoming a new generation of campers into the RV lifestyle.
For more information on Transcend Lite, visit https://www.granddesignrv.com/Transcend-Lite
About Grand Design RV
Grand Design RV®, headquartered in Middlebury, Indiana, manufactures a comprehensive portfolio of award-winning towable and motorized RVs. Its lineup includes the market-leading Reflection® fifth wheel and travel trailer, the flagship Solitude® extended-stay fifth wheel, the luxury Momentum® toy hauler, the lightweight Imagine® travel trailer, the introductory Transcend™ travel trailer, the Foundation™ destination trailer, and the Lineage™ motorized product line. Since its founding in 2012, Grand Design RV has become one of the fastest-growing companies in the RV industry and is consistently rated among the highest quality RV manufacturers.
About Winnebago Industries
Winnebago Industries, Inc. is a leading North American manufacturer of outdoor recreation products under the Winnebago, Grand Design, Chris-Craft, Newmar and Barletta brands, which are used primarily in leisure travel and outdoor recreation activities. The Company builds high-quality motorhomes, travel trailers, fifth-wheel products, outboard and sterndrive powerboats, pontoons, and commercial community outreach vehicles. Committed to advancing sustainable innovation and leveraging vertical integration in key component areas, Winnebago Industries has multiple facilities in Iowa, Indiana, Minnesota, and Florida. The Company’s common stock is listed on the New York Stock Exchange and traded under the symbol WGO. For access to Winnebago Industries' investor relations material or to add your name to an automatic email list for Company news releases, visit http://investor.wgo.net.