FOREST CITY, Iowa -- Winnebago Industries Inc. celebrates its 50th anniversary with the introduction of the 2009 Winnebago, Itasca and ERA brand motor homes during the company's Dealer Days event held May 12-15, 2008, at The Mirage in Las Vegas, Nev. With a theme of "50 Years on the Road," Winnebago Industries displayed 50 motor homes representing key elements of the Company's 23 model lines and 78 floorplans, 46 percent of which are new or redesigned for 2009.

"Winnebago Industries broadened the product differentiation between the Winnebago and Itasca brands for 2009, providing our dealer partners with new and exciting motor homes to fit each of their needs," says Bob Olson, Winnebago Industries Chairman, CEO and president.

The Winnebago Adventurer has been merged with the Voyage product line to create a new Class A gas coach. Redesigned for 2009, the Adventurer features new floorplans that include a new full-wall slide 32H, a triple slide 35A, double slide 38N and a new triple slide 35Z featuring a unique optional wardrobe with bunk beds. Wardrobe doors open fully to reveal the beds that fold down when in use. When the bunk beds aren't in use, the space can be utilized for storing clothing, bedding, or souvenirs.

The Winnebago Destination has been redesigned for 2009. Offered in two Class A chassis choices, the Freightliner XC rear engine diesel chassis is standard and the Workhorse UFO rear engine gas chassis is optional. The 37G and 39W models feature enhanced styling elements, including traditional cabinetry (contemporary curved cabinetry is optional), LCD TVs and new features.

Winnebago Journey Class A diesel motor homes have also been redesigned for 2009 and feature a larger entry door and traditional cabinetry (with contemporary curved cabinetry optional on most floorplans), as well as a new 34Y floorplan. The 34Y triple slide offers big coach livability in a more convenient size.

The Winnebago Vectra Class A diesel motor home features a new 40WD triple-slide floorplan with a full-wall slide on the passenger side and a large driver's side slide, providing a spacious living room and galley area with a U-shaped dinette. A 37-inch high-definition TV sits mid-coach while a second 32-inch high-definition TV is mounted in the front overhead cabinets for viewing throughout the front living area of the motor home. The bathroom provides easy access to the rear bedroom and features a contemporary above-counter sink and a curved glass shower. The bedroom features a king-size bed and wardrobe storage.

The Winnebago Vista Class A gas motor home features a new floorplan in 2009. The 26P is roomy with two slideout rooms, and offers an angled galley, bedroom with a large wardrobe and a private bathroom. The Vista also offers a 30B and 32K floorplan in 2009.