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ProfitX success leads to 2012 commitments (video)

September 30, 2011

“My guys loved ProfitX. We just rebooked our Fall meeting on the back of ProfitX 2012.” That’s how one 20 group consultant described the feedback from his dealer group at the 3rd annual Profit Xcelerator, Powersports Business’ conference and expo. ProfitX, which wrapped up Tuesday at... Read more »

Polaris gets $54 million contract from Army

September 30, 2011

Polaris Industries announced the company has received a $54-million, three-year contract to provide ATVs, spare parts and trailers to Afghan and Iraqi security forces, the U.S. government and other allied governments. The contract was received from the U.S. Army Contracting Command-Warren and includes... Read more »

Five ways people interact with your dealership online

September 30, 2011

A discussion by 50 Below on LinkedIn’s Powersports Business Group reveals five ways that potential customers are interacting with your dealership outside of your website. Check out the informative posting by clicking here. For more of the latest news, click here.

Parts/Drag releases 2012 helmet, apparel catalog

September 30, 2011

The 2012 Parts Unlimited/Drag Specialties Helmet & Apparel catalog has been published. The book features more than 600 pages of jackets, race wear, casual gear and helmets. Dealerships should contact their Parts Unlimited sales rep to receive a copy. For more of the latest news, click here.

KTM partners with Athena products

September 30, 2011

KTM has announced a worldwide partnership with Athena, a manufacturer of motorcycle cylinders, gaskets and pistons, and makers of GET ECUs, data acquisition systems and video devices for motorsports. “What started with a good relationship when Claudio de Carli joined the KTM factory team management... Read more »

Bautista joins KLD Energy Technologies

September 30, 2011

KLD Energy Technologies, Inc., has hired John Bautista to lead its business development and research group. Bautista has an extensive background in automotive, motorcycle, motorsports, marine, automotive aftermarket and environmental technology industries, including serving as director of mechanical... Read more »

Schuberth North America to celebrate first year

September 30, 2011

Schuberth North America’s First Year Celebration will be held Tuesday, Oct. 4, at the company’s newly expanded headquarters in Aliso Viejo, Calif. The event will include a sneak peak at upcoming Schuberth helmets for North America, including motorcycle, auto racing and police tactical wear. Presentations... Read more »

IronPlanet Motors unveils shipping calculator

September 30, 2011

IronPlanet Motors has introduced a shipping calculator that provides customers with estimated shipping costs for items selling in IronPlanet Motors auctions. “IronPlanet Motors is dedicated to helping customers bid with confidence,” said Randy Berry, senior vice president of operations and services... Read more »

Triumph auction bike to get Roland Sands touch

September 30, 2011

A Triumph Scrambler enhanced by Roland Sands Design will be up for auction at the Tony Hawk Foundation event Sunday, Oct. 2, in Beverly Hills. Check out the rendering of the bike here. For more of the latest news, click here.

H-D dealership benefits from Sparta transaction

September 30, 2011

Sparta Commercial Services, Inc. announced that Essex Fells, N.J., has become the most recent jurisdiction to join the growing number of municipalities across the country that are utilizing Sparta’s Municipal Lease Program for the acquisition of their essential equipment. Essex Fells is the fifth New... Read more »

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