ELKHART, Ind. – Forest River, Inc., the largest manufacturer of recreational vehicles, cargo trailers, pontoon boats, buses, vans, and commercial vehicles in North America, has emerged victorious in a trademark infringement lawsuit against inTech Trailers Inc. The jury’s unanimous verdict of willful infringement and the subsequent award of millions in damages reaffirms Forest River’s commitment to protecting its trademark rights.
Forest River’s East To West brand, known for its DELLA TERRA travel trailers featuring a distinctive mountain design, has been a success in the market since its launch in 2018. However, in late 2020, inTech Trailers Inc. introduced a new travel trailer named “Terra” that bore striking similarities to Forest River’s DELLA TERRA design. Forest River promptly demanded that inTech cease and desist from selling the Terra trailers, citing trademark violations under federal and state law. InTech, however, refused to comply, claiming ownership of the “Terra” name.
After a legal battle, the court ruled in September 2023 that Forest River held a protectable interest in its DELLA TERRA and mountain design trademarks, rejecting inTech’s priority claim over the name “Terra.” Subsequently, on March 4, 2024, an eight-person jury unanimously found inTech guilty of willful infringement and ordered the payment of millions in damages. The jury’s deliberation lasted less than three hours before reaching this decision.
InTech has responded to the verdict by announcing a rebranding of its Terra line to “Aucta,” as stated in a previous release. Forest River’s victory not only enables them to defend their trademarks but also reinforces their commitment to upholding their brand identity.
Forest River, Inc., founded in 1996 by Pete Liegl, has become the leading manufacturer of recreational vehicles, cargo trailers, pontoon boats, buses, vans, and commercial vehicles in North America. With more than 14,000 employees across over 100 facilities in multiple states, Forest River’s expansive portfolio includes towable and motorized RVs, cargo trailers, and pontoon boats. As the top supplier of commercial vehicles and buses for both private and public sectors, Forest River takes pride in its commitment to excellence and customer satisfaction. The company is proud to be a subsidiary of Berkshire Hathaway.
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