U.S. Department of Interior Celebrates Powersports in Summer Video
A new U.S. Department of the Interior summer video posted on YouTube features exciting scenes of off-road motorcycling on public lands.
Black Book Valuation Data to Integrate With Goldpoint Systems
Black Book announced the integration of its vehicle valuation data with GOLDpoint Systems, a leading loan origination system across the United States.
Dan Lawlor to Lead MIC Research and Statistics
Dan Lawlor was named the new director, research and statistics at the Motorcycle Industry Council and will lead the work on one of the association’s most important member benefits.
MIC Reorganizes Leadership, Prioritizes Ridership Growth During April Meeting
The Motorcycle Industry Council Board of Directors met in April and re-elected Paul Vitrano as board chair, Chuck Boderman as vice chair and Jim Woodruff as secretary/treasurer. The board also committed to doubling down on efforts to attract new riders during its two-day strategic planning meeting in May.
Destination Dealership: LCC Powersports
“The most important thing is and has always been caring about the customers,” Heishman said. All of the staff is aware that this is the M.O. of LCC Powersports and they know this is what sets them apart and creates a caring and fun working environment.
Energica Announces Surprising First Quarter 2018 Results
Energica Motor Company S.p.A., an Italian manufacturer of high-performing electric motorcycles, closed the first quarter 2018 with a current order book that exceeds the total sales of the previous year.
BRP Takes Home Multiple Red Dot Design Awards
The Red Dot design awards debuted in 1955 to acknowledge cutting-edge products evolving industries and seeking to improve customer experience with emerging tendencies.
Harley-Davidson Honored for Research Contributions at 2018 MDA Clinical Conference
Director of Government Affairs Ed Moreland presented with a symbolic white research coat to recognize Harley-Davidson’s support of the children and families MDA serves.
Moseley Wins Re-election to AMA Board of Directors
Tony Moseley won re-election to the American Motorcyclist Association Board of Directors in voting that ended Jan. 15. Moseley’s challenger for the South Central Region seat was Nancy Broen of Georgetown, Texas.
Ackerman Retires from MIC Board after Decades of Service
Powersports industry icon Arnold W. Ackerman has retired after many years of service, stepping away from his seat on the Motorcycle Industry Council Board of Directors, his chairmanship of the MIC Aftermarket/Allied Trades Committee, and being active in numerous, far-ranging MIC committees.
Yamaha Outdoor Access Initiative Celebrates 10 Years, Tops $3.5 Million in Funding and Support
The Yamaha Outdoor Access Initiative (OAI), the powersports industry’s premier access program dedicated to ensuring outdoor recreation opportunities for future generations, is celebrating its 10-year anniversary in 2018.
Eric Anderson and Jim Woodruff Re-elected to MIC Board of Directors
Eric Anderson and Jim Woodruff were re-elected by members of the Motorcycle Industry Council to serve on the Board of Directors, representing the aftermarket and allied trades members.
Ray Price Harley-Davidson / Triumph New Ownership
The family of hall-of-fame motorcycle racing legend Ray Price has announced its decision to sell Ray Price Harley-Davidson/Triumph to John Morotti, an experienced businessman from Arizona who owns and operates three motorcycle dealerships in that state.
Nominees Announced for Diversity Volume Leadership Awards
More than 14 million personal new vehicle registrations were analyzed to identify which consumer groups are winning and driving sales with top global automotive and motorcycle brands.
Mahindra Vehicle Sales and Service Joins ROHVA
As a ROHVA associate member, MVSS intends to be regularly engaged in wholesale ROV distribution in North America within one year.
MIC Meets with Department of Agriculture and U.S. Forest Service Officials to Highlight Importance of OHV Recreation in National Forests
The MIC urged Department officials to prioritize recreational access, stating that OHV recreation in national forests is vital to the industry and that it is a local and national economic engine.
