SpeedMob, Inc. Acquires Assets and Inventory of Geared Up Powersports
SpeedMob, Inc. has announced that it has purchased the operating assets and majority of inventory of Geared Up Powersports, LLC (DBA LeoVince USA). SpeedMob, Inc. will take over distribution of most of the brands previously carried by Geared Up Powersports.
CV Performance Hires V-Twin Marketing as Agency
Ken Mendelson, President and owner of CV Performance said, “We are happy to be partnering with V-Twin Marketing – we believe their years of experience and deep industry connections with dealers and bike builders is just what we need.”
National Powersport Auctions Publishes NPA PowerNews
National Powersport Auctions (NPA), has introduced its latest in a long line of innovative services for dealers – NPA PowerNews. Launched as a quarterly publication, the goal is to answer the fundamental question many dealers have regarding the pre-owned market: “What’s in it for me?”
2014 FIM Jr. Motocross World Championship Team Announced
The American Motorcyclist Association has selected some of the fastest youth motocross racers in the country to compete at the 2014 Federation Internationale de Motocylisme Jr. Motocross World Championship Aug. 9-10 in Bastogne, Belgium. Three riders have been selected for each class 65cc, 85cc and 125cc.
Novation North America Separates From D2M
Novation North America, Inc. (NNA), exclusive distributor of TCX boots in the USA, announces its intention to separate from D2M Inc. as part of a broader restructuring strategy. TCX will continue to be distributed directly to dealers, through NNA’s network of sales representatives.
Gart Sutton & Associates Dealership Owner Training
Gart Sutton & Associates is offering dealership management, sales management, F&I Level 1 / Level 2, parts management, service management and service advisor workshops taking place in fall 2014. The training facility is located near the airport in Denver.
Dainese USA Chooses Dispatch as Communications Agency
Dainese USA, the U.S. subsidiary for Dainese and AGV, announced a new relationship with Dispatch Communications, LLC, a full-service marketing and communications agency. Dispatch will provide both of the brands with public relations and marketing services in the North American motorcycle industry.
BMW Motorcycles of Alcoa Joins BMW Dealer Network
BMW Motorrad USA expanded its brand in Tennessee with the addition of BMW Motorcycles of Alcoa. The new BMW motorcycle dealership, located at 2019 Topside Road, Louisville (a suburb of Knoxville), offers a complete line of BMW motorcycles, parts, accessories, apparel and service capabilities.
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February 2014 F&I Department Performance
Although February does not give us much depth for the data, we still get an early peek at what the market has been doing this winter. Total store sales were up across the board and margins came up almost 2 points for this group (Chart 1). The Top Five dealers are just above that benchmark number
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Mechanisms of Fuel Delivery: The Float Valve
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Dominion Powersports’ DX1 Technology Team Expands
Dominion Powersports Solutions is adding experienced industry professionals to its growing DX1 dealership management team. The new members join an established team of powersports professionals who implement and support DX1, an end-to-end business management platform.
Tucker Rocky / Biker’s Choice To Merge With Motorsport Aftermarket Group
Tucker Rocky / Biker’s Choice announced on March 27 it has agreed to merge with Motorsport Aftermarket Group (MAG). LDI Ltd., LLC (LDI), the sole shareholder of Tucker Rocky / Biker’s Choice, will become the majority shareholder of the combined company.