Harley warns union of possible move
August 31, 2010
In the midst of discussions with Wisconsin unions, Harley-Davidson Motor Co. has said it will consider moving its Milwaukee-area production if it can’t reach a suitable labor agreement. “Our goal and our preference is to find a way to close the large cost gaps and create a flexible operation in Wisconsin... Read more »
Metric exports to the U.S. decrease sharply
August 31, 2010
Metric manufacturers’ new motorcycle exports to the United States continued the 2010 trend in July, decreasing sharply. Metric OEMs’ exports totaled 5,445 units, a 39 percent decrease compared to the year-ago month, according to the Japan Automobile Manufacturers Association (JAMA). The association... Read more »
New Hall of Fame entrees to include LeMans Corp. CEO
August 31, 2010
The weekend of Sept. 16-19 will see 14 recreational and racing snowmobilers inducted into their respective Hall of Fames at the World Snowmobile Headquarters in Eagle River, Wis. “The International Snowmobile Hall of Fame (ISHOF) is one of the main snowmobile organizations that the Headquarters showcases,”... Read more »
Study looks at the health benefits of off-road riding
August 31, 2010
Evidently, ATV and off-road riding is much more than just fun, it’s also good for your body and soul. That’s the preliminary findings from a York University report. The purpose of the research was to characterize the physiological demands of recreational off-road vehicle (ORV) riding under typical... Read more »
Brewer Cycles wins PSB’s e-news contest
August 31, 2010
Brewer Cycle owner Chris Brewer signed up for the Powersports Business e-newsletter this spring, and as a result his Eastern North Carolina powersports dealership is the winner of a new netbook computer. The HP Mini Notebook PC was awarded as part of a recent contest sponsored by Powersports Business... Read more »
Signs of revenue growth, nationwide
August 31, 2010
Is it possible there is a dealership segment that nationwide is averaging more revenue in a pretty rocky 2010 compared to the year before? Apparently yes. That segment? E-commerce. Powersports Business is surveying dealers across the nation about their online revenue and their e-commerce practices for... Read more »
Arctic Cat reaches milestone
August 27, 2010
Arctic Cat produced its 1 millionth snowmobile, a 2011 Crossfire 800 LTD. It’s the 1 millionth sled since August of 1983 when Arctic Cat started producing snowmobiles again. To commemorate the occasion, the Crossfire 800 LTD made its way through the assembly line and more than 1,100 employees signed... Read more »
Possible tax would force cutbacks in consumer spending
August 27, 2010
In an effort to reduce the federal deficit some policymakers are proposing a new Value Added Tax , but consumers say it would force them to cut back on spending, according to a survey conducted for the National Retail Federation (NRF) by BIGresearch. Nearly two-thirds of those surveyed – 64 percent... Read more »
KYMCO unveils three new scooters
August 27, 2010
KYMCO released three new scooter models, which all feature a two-year factory warranty. The models include the Downtown 300i, Like 200i and Super 8 50 2T. The new Downtown 300i (MSRP: $5,599) has an estimated 69 mpg rating and features an all new four-valve electronic fuel-injected engine. It also has... Read more »
Industry veteran leaves ITP/Carlisle
August 27, 2010
Craig Petersen has left the Carlisle Tire & Wheel Company and its subsidiary Industrial Tire Products (ITP) to pursue new business opportunities. Petersen had been with ITP/Carlisle since 1986, most recently serving as director of sales and marketing for the powersports segment. “I sincerely... Read more »
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