Free F&I training Webinar available to dealers
February 26, 2010
Ideal Computer Systems, a provider of dealer management systems, is sponsoring Troy Simon’s Foundation for Profitable F&I training Webinar to help dealers boost profitability. Simon, an independent F&I consultant, will use his 16-plus years of experience in the F&I and banking industry... Read more »
About 1,300 snowmobiles recalled
February 26, 2010
Arctic Cat voluntarily conducted a snowmobile recall in cooperation with the Consumer Product Safety Commision (CPSC) because of a fire hazard. All model year 2010 Arctic Cat 500 Sno Pro models, about 1,300, were recalled because fuel can leak from the fuel pump at the fuel tank mounting screws, posing... Read more »
Manufacturer introduces new scooter
February 26, 2010
Lance Powersports unveiled its 2010 Cali Classic 125 (MSRP: $1,999), which was inspired by the cruiser segment, the company said in a press release. Lance’s Cali Classic 125 incorporates the latest ceramic coating cylinder technology to achieve improved properties of high hardness (wear resistance)... Read more »
Hyosung debuts 700cc cruiser
February 26, 2010
At the 2010 Chicago International Motorcycle Show, Hyosung unveiled its ST7 cruiser (MSRP: $7,299). The ST7 is a classically styled 700cc cruiser loosely based on the popular GV650 platform from Hyosung. “Consumers and industry people alike were very impressed with what our GV650 offered. Still,... Read more »
Cycle Country Accessories replaces board member
February 26, 2010
Cycle Country Accessories Corp. elected Paul DeShaw to its board of directors, filling the vacancy created by the resignation of L.G. Hancher, Jr., the company announced in a press release. DeShaw was elected as a Class II director, subject to re-election at the 2010 shareholder meeting. Effective... Read more »
Royal Enfield adds two executives to its staff
February 26, 2010
Royal Enfield USA has added two industry veterans to its executive roster, according to a release from the company. Royal Enfield selected Ron Greene as its vice president of sales and dealer development. Greene’s focus at Royal Enfield will be developing the dealer network, and he will oversee development... Read more »
An educated guess, or a history of success?
February 24, 2010
Who are you marketing to? The answer to this question shapes your entire campaign, yet is overlooked too often. Of course, most dealers would say the logical answer of “I’m looking for people who are interested in motorcycles and ATVs, etc.” as your goal is to drive people who will buy something... Read more »
Kawasaki’s North American sales dip 39 percent
February 23, 2010
Kawasaki’s North American sales in North America have dropped 39 percent for its first three quarters compared to a year ago, the company said in its latest earnings report. That total revenue for North America of $1.1 billion includes all of the company’s products, including powersports sales. The... Read more »
Former AMA board chairman sentenced to prison
February 23, 2010
Former American Motorcyclist Association (AMA) Board Chairman Dal Smilie recently was sentenced to eight months in prison and two years probation for embezzling more than $100,000 through fraudulent travel reimbursement claims submitted to the AMA over a period of years ending in 2007. Smilie pleaded... Read more »
Bank joins loan-processing platform for dealers
February 23, 2010
Wolters Kluwer Financial Services announced MB Financial Bank has joined its platform to automate and help simplify loan processing for motorcycle dealers. MB’s Indirect Finance Program provides retail loan financing and commercial banking services to motorcycle dealers across the United States. The... Read more »
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