2. Forward Looking Statements
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This presentation includes certain statements that are “forward looking” statements within
the meaning of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, Section 27A of the
Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of
1934, as amended. These forward looking statements are made based on management’s
current expectations and beliefs regarding future and anticipated developments and their
effects upon Thor Industries, Inc., and inherently involve uncertainties and risks. These
forward looking statements are not a guarantee of future performance. There can be no
assurance that actual results will not differ from our expectations. Factors which could
cause materially different results include, among others, price fluctuations, material or
chassis supply restrictions, legislative and regulatory developments, the costs of
compliance with increased governmental regulation, legal issues, the potential impact of
increased tax burdens on our dealers and retail consumers, lower consumer confidence
and the level of discretionary consumer spending, interest rate fluctuations, restrictive
lending practices, recent management changes, the success of new product introductions,
the pace of acquisitions, the impact of the divestiture of the Company's bus businesses,
asset impairment charges, cost structure improvements, competition and general
economic, market and political conditions and the other risks and uncertainties discussed
more fully in ITEM 1A. of our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended July 31, 2013
and Part II, Item 1A of our quarterly report on Form 10-Q for the period ended October 31, 2013.
We disclaim any obligation or undertaking to disseminate any updates or revisions to any
forward looking statements contained in this presentation or to reflect any change in our
expectations after the date of this presentation or any change in events, conditions or
circumstances on which any statement is based, except as required by law.
3. Who is THOR
Founded in 1980 by Wade Thompson & Peter Orthwein with the acquisition
of Airstream, Inc.
The sole owner of operating subsidiaries that represent one of the world’s largest
manufacturers of recreational vehicles
• #1 in overall RV
34.4% of market*
• #2 in Travel Trailers
32.9% of market*
• #1 in Fifth Wheels
50.8% of market*
• #2 in Motorhomes
23.2% of market**
Approximately 8,300 employees***
107 facilities in 4 US states***
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On July 31, 2013, Thor announced the sale of its bus business to Allied Specialty
Vehicles for $100 million in cash. The sale was completed as of October 20, 2013,
subject to final closing adjustments in accordance with the Stock Purchase
Agreement.
6.5 million square feet under roof***
Source: *Statistical Surveys, Inc., YTD U.S. and Canada units YTD November 2013 **Motorhomes
includes Class A, B and C *** as of July 31, 2013 (continuing operations)
4. THOR’s Product Range
Towable Segment:
Travel Trailers
FY2013 Sales*
Towable Segment:
Fifth Wheels
Motorized
RV's
$591,542
18%
Towable Segment:
Specialty Trailers
Motorized Segment:
Motor Homes
Towable
RV's
$2,650,253
82%
*Fiscal year ended July 31, 2013,
continuing operations
($ in thousands)
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6. Why Invest in THOR
Sustainable Business Model
• Successfully weathered a severe downturn
• Increased capital investments position Thor for growth and margin improvement over
the long term
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Disciplined, Profitable Growth
• Profitable every year since 1980
• All time record $3.2 billion sales FY2013, up 23% from FY2012
• $2.6 billion sales in FY2012, up 13% from $2.3 billion sales in FY2011
• FY2013 net income from continuing operations of $151.7 million, up 36% from FY2012
• FY2013 EPS from continuing operations of $2.86, up 38% from $2.07 in FY2012,
FY2013 EPS of $2.88, up 27% from $2.26 in FY2012
Solid Balance Sheet
• Cash and cash equivalents of $295.0 million on October 31, 2013
• Operations historically generate significant cash
• Solid history of regular quarterly dividends, increased from $0.18 to $0.23 at the
beginning of FY14
7. What Makes THOR Different
Proven business model:
• Entrepreneurial and decentralized
• No ivory tower: approximately 8,300 employees, only 40 in corporate staff*
• Decision-making driven by the customer
• Big, but nimble
• Best management team in the business, as proven by sustained performance
An innovator in each of its business segments
Long-term RV market leadership:
• Best positioned in towable RVs, historically fastest growing area
• #2 in Motorhomes, poised for continued growth
• Well positioned as a leading innovator in the RV market to meet the demands of
dealers and consumers
Strong balance sheet to support growth and shareholder returns
* as of July 31, 2013 (continuing operations)
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8. THOR’s Competitive Advantages
Strong market share in all RV reportable segments
• Provides scale and purchasing power
• Low cost producer
Balance sheet supports acquisitions and organic growth
Meaningful, strategic capacity
Diversified lineup of innovative product offerings
Preferred partnership in retail/wholesale financing
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Focus on assembly - not heavy manufacturing
• Limited vertical integration – only where it makes sense
• Flexibility – performance in any market condition
• Low overhead costs
• High return on assets employed
Strength to pay warranty and honor repurchase agreements, important to dealers and
consumers
9. RV Industry Conditions
Market is still competitive, though improved from year ago
• Top three RV competitors account for 79.1% of industry units*
• “Flight to quality” – consumers, dealers, lenders all seek to do
business with strong companies like Thor
Industry better balanced today for supply and demand
Pricing & promotional environment remains competitive, but improved over
prior year
Consumer confidence has been stabilizing as final results were 81.2 in
January 2014 down from 82.5 in December, but up from 73.8 a year ago as
middle- and lower-income consumers were concerned about lackluster
growth in employment and income levels**
Wholesale and Retail lenders are prudent - applying “healthy discipline”
RV buyers seek the “power of choice” – want variety in brands and models
*Source: Statistical Surveys, Inc., U.S. and Canada YTD November 2013
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** Source: University of Michigan Preliminary Consumer Sentiment Index for January 2014
13. RV: State of Balance
Dealers
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Continued optimism
Right-sized towable inventory
Lean motorized inventory
Access to wholesale credit
Financial health
Consumers
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Better access to retail credit
Historically low interest rates
Great demographic trends
Renewed focus on family
vacations
Will shorten trips to reduce
fuel usage
Backlog: January 31 ($ millions)
RV
2012
% change
Towables
$501.9
$375.4
+33.7%
Motorized
$343.3
$241.2
+42.3%
TOTAL
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2013
$845.2
$616.6
+37.1%
14. THOR RV Dealer Inventory
Total Dealer inventory remains appropriate for current conditions,
towable inventory is stable, motorized inventory is somewhat light
Dealer inventory at October 31, 2013 up 4.9% compared with
October 31, 2012, in line with 5.1% RV sales growth in the fiscal first
quarter
Lenders still comfortable with current dealer inventory turns and
current credit line utilization, year-over-year turns have increased
resulting in reduction in average age of Thor units on dealers’ lots
Dealer Inventory: October 31 (units)
2013
RV
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2012
% change
53,716
51,206
+4.9%
15. The RV Market Ahead
Retail demand has driven rebound in towables, rebound in motorized continuing
Wholesale & Retail units should be fairly balanced going forward
Calendar Year
2010
2011
2012
2013 YTD
Industry Retail
Registrations*
246,180 units
(+8.6%)
262,803 units
(+6.8%)
290,317 units
(+14.5%)
Industry
Wholesale
Shipments**
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226,776 units
(+10.6%)
242,300 units
(+46.2%)
252,407 units
(+4.1%)
285,749 units
(+13.2%)
299,451 units
(+12.2%)
* Statistical Surveys, inc., includes US and Canada. 2010, 2011 & 2012 Full Year Actual, 2013 YTD through November
** RVIA wholesale shipments for full years 2010, 2011 and 2012, 2013 YTD through November
16. Acquisition of Bison Coach
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On October 31, 2013 Thor acquired the net assets of specialty trailer manufacturer
Bison Coach based in Milford, Indiana for $16.7 million in cash, subject to post-closing
adjustments
Bison’s products include an innovative line of equine trailers with Living Quarters (LQ),
constructed of light-weight aluminum and aluminum over steel construction
Bison is a leader in equine LQ trailers, and they are one of only two competitors that
construct their own living quarters, an area where Thor can leverage its RV expertise
17. Acquisition of Livin’ Lite
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On August 30, 2013 Thor acquired the net assets of innovative RV manufacturer Livin’
Lite based in Wakarusa, Indiana for aggregate cash consideration of $16.8 million
Livin’ Lite’s products are complementary to existing product lines, with light-weight
aluminum construction targeting a niche market within the overall Towable RV market
Livin’ Lite also provides an entry into two markets that Thor subsidiaries have not
participated in – folding camping trailers and truck campers
Lightweight products are typically sold at a modest premium compared to traditional
products, with opportunities for growth through licensing agreements with Jeep and
others
18. Three-Year Strategic Plan
Thor’s management team developed a three-year strategic plan focused on growth and
margin improvement
The Strategic Plan was developed using a bottoms-up approach involving each of the
Company’s operating subsidiaries and management teams
Key elements of growth include product innovation and capacity expansion – targeting
mid- to high-single-digit growth
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Key elements of margin expansion include improved product quality, value added
content and features, and volume leverage – targeting 200 basis points of gross margin
improvement over the planning horizon
Currently in process of reviewing the strategic plan and expect to provide an update in
the third quarter of fiscal 2014
19. Comments on 2nd Quarter 2014 Preliminary Sales
Towable RV revenue softened in the quarter to $474.1 million, down 9.3% from last year as
sales were impacted by severe winter weather during the quarter as well as operational moves
made over the past few months that resulted in initial slowing of production. Towable sales for
the first six months fell 5.2% to $1.10 billion, from $1.16 billion in the first six months of 2013
Ongoing strength in motorized RVs, as the market recovery continued to gain momentum,
motorized sales increased 42.5% to $162.2 million for the second quarter of 2014. Motorized
sales for the first six months grew 43.8% to $339.3 million, from $236.0 million in the first six
months of 2013
Dealers remain optimistic, dealers and lenders comfortable with current inventory levels
overall, as towable inventory is appropriate for current demand, while motorized inventory is
somewhat less than ideal
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Strong sales growth in motorized offset by somewhat softer towable sales resulting in a slight
decrease in sales from continuing operations of $636.3 million. Sales from continuing
operations for the first six months were $1.44 billion, up 2.9% from $1.40 billion in the first six
months of 2013
Increasing RV backlog, total backlog up 37.1% to $845.2 million. Towable backlog increased
33.7% to $501.9 million while motorized backlog increased 42.3% to $343.3 million.
Motorized backlog driven by strong industry growth and market acceptance of new product.
20. Comments on 1st Quarter 2014 Results
Net income from continuing operations for the first quarter was $36.4 million, up 27% from
$28.7 million in the prior-year first quarter. Diluted earnings per share (EPS) from continuing
operations for the first quarter was $0.68, up 26% from $0.54 in the first quarter last year
Including discontinued operations from the Bus business, net income was $41.1 million, up 33%
from $31.0 million in the first quarter of fiscal 2013. Diluted EPS including discontinued
operations was $0.77, up 33% from $0.58 in the first quarter last year
Towable RV sales were $622.9 million, down 3% from $639.2 million in the prior-year period.
Income before tax was $45.6 million, up 7% from $42.7 million in the first quarter last year.
Towable RV income before tax increased to 7.3% of revenues from 6.7% a year ago, as a result
of specific actions taken to improve operating efficiencies
Motorized RV sales were $177.1 million, up 45% from $122.2 million in the prior-year first
quarter. Income before tax was $13.4 million, up 60% from $8.4 million last year. As a percent of
revenues, motorized RV income before tax rose to 7.6% of revenues from 6.9% a year ago,
driven by improved volumes and enhanced operating efficiencies
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Consolidated sales for the first quarter of fiscal 2014 were $800.0 million, up 5% from $761.4
million in the first quarter last year, based on strong growth in motorized recreational vehicle
(RV) sales offsetting a small decrease in towable RV sales
Increasing RV backlog, total backlog up 41.9% to $733.2 million. Towable backlog increased
13.5% to $419.8 million while motorized backlog more than doubled to $313.4 million
21. THOR - Key Takeaways
Profitable every year since inception
Successfully weathered a severe downturn in 2008-09
Increased capital investments position Thor for growth and margin improvement over
the long term
#1 overall RV market share in North America*
Rock-solid balance sheet. Significant cash on hand and historic cash generation
Diversified and innovative products
Strong consumer, dealer and lender relationships
Experienced team
* Statistical Surveys, Inc., YTD U.S. and Canada units YTD November 2013
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23. Corporate Integrity
No golden parachutes
No ‘pro forma’ earnings. We report net income, not adjusted earnings to cover up
performance
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Consistent focus on shareholder value
Simple compensation philosophy:
• Mainly cash compensation, without a cap, based on pre-tax income – a true pay
for performance philosophy
• Shift focus from stock options to restricted stock units
24. THOR’s RV Competitive Advantage
U.S. and Canada Retail Registrations (units)
THOR
Forest River*
Jayco
Winnebago
K-Z Inc.
Fleetwood RV**
Subtotal
All Others
Grand Total
YTD 11/30/13
Total
Share %
100,005
34.4%
96,514
33.2%
33,519
11.5%
8,233
2.8%
7,560
2.6%
5,813
2.0%
251,644
86.7%
38,673
13.3%
290,317
100.0%
Y/E 12/31/12
Total
Share %
91,960
35.0%
81,871
31.2%
30,913
11.8%
7,053
2.7%
7,210
2.7%
5,839
2.2%
224,846
85.6%
37,957
14.4%
262,803
100.0%
Source: Statistical Surveys, Inc., U.S. and Canada YTD November 2013
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* Forest River includes Palomino, Coachmen, Prime Time, Shasta and Dynamax
** Fleetwood RV includes Monaco
Y/E 12/31/11
Total
Share %
85,636
34.8%
74,035
30.1%
29,333
11.9%
5,549
2.3%
6,778
2.8%
6,168
2.5%
207,499
84.3%
38,681
15.7%
246,180
100.0%
Y/E 12/31/10
Total
Share %
78,903
34.8%
64,005
28.2%
25,785
11.4%
5,808
2.6%
6,368
2.8%
6,913
3.0%
187,782
82.8%
38,994
17.2%
226,776
100.0%
25. Sales, continuing operations ($ millions)
Fiscal years ended July 31, Year-to-Date through January 31
$3,242
$2,640
$2,340
$1,849
$1,398
$1,436
2013 YTD
2014 YTD Preliminary
$1,115
2009
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2010
2011
2012
2013
26. Net Income, continuing operations ($ millions)
Fiscal years ended July 31, Year-to-Date through October 31
$151.7
$111.4
$91.2
$91.6
$36.4
$28.7
$2.5
2009
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2010
2011
2012
2013
2013 YTD
2014 YTD
27. Diluted EPS, Continuing Operations
Fiscal years ended July 31, Year-to-Date through October 31
$2.86
$2.07
$1.72
$1.66
0.54
0.68
$0.04
2009
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2010
2011
2012
2013
2013 YTD
2014 YTD
28. 1st Quarter Financial Summary
Net Sales
Gross Profit
% of Sales
SG&A
% of Sales
Impairment charges
% of Sales
All Other
Income Before Tax
% of Sales
Income Taxes
Net Income (cont. ops.)
Diluted EPS (cont. ops.)
2013 % Change
2014
5.1%
761.4
800.0
14.0%
92.3
105.2
12.1%
13.1%
3.5%
46.7
48.3
6.1%
6.0%
n/a
0.0
0.7
0.0%
0.1%
1.4
1.8
23.3%
44.2
54.4
5.8%
6.8%
15.5
18.0
26.8%
28.7
36.4
25.9%
$ 0.68 $ 0.54
Order Backlog
369.9
419.8
Towables
146.8
313.4
Motorized
516.7
733.2
Total
*Amounts in millions except per share data
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13.5%
113.6%
41.9%
Net Sales by segment:
• Towables -2.6%, motorized +44.9%
Income before tax by segment:
• Towables 7.3%, up from 6.7%
• Actions to improve operating
efficiency
• Motorized 7.6%, up from 6.9%
• Volume leverage, improved
operating efficiency
• EPS from continuing operations of
$0.68 up from $0.54 in first quarter
of 2013