Western snowmobile rentals showing growth
Tom Kaiser, Senior Editor
May 20, 2013
Rental market increase bodes well for industry Twenty minutes east of the Grand Tetons, high up in the mountains of the Teton National Forest of western Wyoming, snowmobile guides at Togwotee Mountain Lodge start their day at 5 a.m., preparing to take the day’s guests on full-day or overnight trips... Read more »
Off-roading provides family adventure outlet
May 20, 2013
Adventure seekers ride growing boom, add to economy The Phillips family is a bit scattered. Like many households, the kids grew up and moved out to start families of their own, leaving the comforts of Oregon for homes in California and Washington. “We love our kids and grandkids so much, but with everyone... Read more »
Norton launches bike line in Japan
May 20, 2013
Officials from Norton Motorcycles were in Japan in mid-April to launch the brand’s reentry into the country after a 30-year absence. The British Embassy in Tokyo hosted Norton CEO Stuart Garner and head of International Sales Joe Adams, along with the Japanese dealer network, as Norton Japan launched... Read more »
Motor Master reveals VooDoo Axles for lifted ATVs, UTVs
Liz Hochstedler, Managing Editor
May 17, 2013
Product ideal for lifted ATVs and side-by-sides It’s not uncommon to see a recreational ATV or side-by-side lifted a few inches. The problem, however, is that suspension boost puts stress on the OEM axle, often causing it to break. That’s why Motor Master developed VooDoo Axles. VooDoo Axles use... Read more »
E-Z Go parent reports flat Q1 revenues
May 17, 2013
Textron Inc. reported first quarter 2013 income from continuing operations of $0.40 per share, compared to $0.41 per share in Q1 2012. Total revenues in the first quarter were $2.86 billion, approximately flat with the first quarter of 2012. Segment profit was $235 million, down $24 million from the... Read more »
Off-road parts manufacturer expands product lineup, facility
Liz Hochstedler, Managing Editor
May 15, 2013
Parts manufacturer growing with off-road niche More than two decades after launching from a garage, Works Connection is growing, with a move in 2012 and more products on the way. Eric Phipps founded the company with a goal of supplying off-road riders with some of the one-off parts he had seen on factory... Read more »
PowerMadd ready for off-road season
Liz Hochstedler, Managing Editor
May 15, 2013
As snow continued to coat the ground outside Paul LeMere’s Wyoming, Minn., office, he grumbled about the weather. That seems odd for someone like LeMere, whose business relies heavily on the snow and people using their snowmobiles on it. But, as he pointed out, the constantly melting and refreezing... Read more »
ARI unveils new investor relations website
May 15, 2013
ARI Network Services in April announced the launch of its new investor relations website. The new site is designed to provide customers, shareholders and prospective investors with an easy-to-navigate overview of ARI’s business and essential investment-related information. “As a rapidly growing,... Read more »
Next step for PWC exhaust company: Transitioning from sea to land
Liz Hochstedler, Managing Editor
May 13, 2013
Company known for PWC exhausts hits the road with its sport bike line The Coffman’s Exhaust name may be best known in the personal watercraft world, but the company has experience in a variety of segments, and it’s now entering the sport bike market. Coffman’s new sport bike shorty exhausts are... Read more »
Christini debuts new program for clubs
May 13, 2013
Christini AWD Motorcycles has announced a new Christini Club Cash rewards program being offered to members of motorcycle clubs around the country. Riding clubs will be rewarded $500 when an active club member purchases a production Christini All Wheel Drive motorcycle factory direct. For those not in... Read more »
