Polaris Industries reports improved retail sales
January 29, 2010
Polaris Industries reported record net income for its fourth quarter, but also continued to see soft retail sales in its major vehicle categories. The manufacturer, however, did see improvements in several areas, including in its motorcycle retail sales. Victory’s retail sales rose 30 percent above... Read more »
Arctic Cat makes big strides over previous-year quarter
January 29, 2010
Although Arctic Cat continues to see its sales decline in a difficult retail environment, the company says it has picked up market share in each of its key vehicle categories. Arctic Cat reported earnings of $2.6 million in its recent quarter, a marked improvement over the year-ago loss of $2.7 million.... Read more »
Free dealer marketing program offers holiday e-card
January 29, 2010
Just in time for Valentine’s Day, the Motorcycle Industry Council (MIC) has a sweet treat for member companies and dealerships: a free, animated e-card that promotes the industry’s Revive Your Ride! promotional campaign. “Who needs chocolate? The best Valentine’s Day present for the biker... Read more »
Yamaha 2009 FX10 snowmobiles voluntarily recalled
January 29, 2010
About 2,500 model year 2009 FX10 Yamaha snowmobiles were voluntarily recalled by the manufacturer. In cooperation with the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Yamaha Motor Corp., recalled the sleds because of a possible loss of steering control, according to the CPSC. There have been no injuries... Read more »
A return to positive retail numbers in 2010?
January 29, 2010
According to one outlook, retail sales will do an about-face this year, with modest growth rather than a modest decline. The National Retail Federation, the world’s largest retail trade association, projected retail industry sales will rise 2.5 percent in 2010 after declining by that same percentage... Read more »
Do customers always know best?
January 29, 2010
Henry Ford once said, “If I had asked my customers what they wanted, they would have asked for a faster horse.” What about your customers? Do you call your customers to ask them about their sales experience in your dealership? If so, good for you, since the very act of following-up with customers... Read more »
Yamaha snowmobiles recalled
January 28, 2010
About 2,500 model year 2009 FX10 Yamaha snowmobiles were voluntarily recalled by the manufacturer. In cooperation with the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Yamaha Motor Corp., recalled the sleds due to possible loss of steering control, according to the CPSC. There have been no injuries reported,... Read more »
Polaris launches snowmobile riders’ Web site
January 28, 2010
Polaris has formed an exclusive partnership with WeatherNation to give snowmobilers free access to weather and travel information that allows riders to learn about weather conditions, forecasts, snow cover, trail conditions and more from their computers or handheld devices, according to a press release... Read more »
New incentive to participate in Take a Friend Snowmobiling Week
January 28, 2010
The snowmobile community is excited to announce the second annual Take a Friend Snowmobiling Week, which will be held Feb. 12-22. This elongated week celebrates friends and family snowmobiling for 11 days, including two weekends, according to the International Snowmobile Manufacturers Association (ISMA). The... Read more »
SnoBarons of Blaine, Minn. named Snowmobile Club of the Year
January 28, 2010
For the first time, the International Snowmobile Hall of Fame (ISHOF), located in Eagle River, Wis., named its first annual Snowmobile Club of the Year Award. The recipient was SnoBarons of Blain, Minn. No other snowmobile club has achieved the level of excellence the SnoBarons of Blaine, Minn., has... Read more »
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