Gunnar Heinemeyer Joins HardDrive Team as V-Twin Product Director
Gunnar Heinemeyer brings with him more than 13 years of experience as a service technician, sales rep and product manager to HardDrive V-Twin Products.
CommanderNE Solution
CommanderNE is an affordable server/client based solution interfaced with Quickbooks, HLSM, PartsmanagerPro, Service Manager Pro and many more.
Lizzy/merX DMS
This Web-based DMS allows dealers to access their data from anywhere, including tablets and smartphones.
ZiiOS Partners with McGraw Powersports Group
Dealers who offer McGraw’s Western Service Extended Contracts will be able to seamlessly complete those contracts for new and used units directly from the ZiiOS platform. The announcement was made at last week’s AIMExpo show in Orlando, Fla.
MagnaFlow Partners with Arlen Ness to Produce American V-Twin Exhaust Systems
MagnaFlow and Arlen Ness Motorcycles announced a new partnership to manufacture and sell a complete line of co-branded exhaust products worldwide. In addition, MagnaFlow has named Chris McGee director of the motorcycle division at MagnaFlow.
Cyclepedia Creates Full Line of KYMCO Manuals
Cyclepedia now offers repair manuals for KYMCO scooters, motorcycles and ATVs in the U.S.
KFI TigerTail Tow System
The KFI TigerTail Two System is designed for ATVs and UTVs and features 12 feet of 12,000-pound average breaking strength rope with wear-resistant coating.
Gibbs Revolutionizing Powersports Industry With Sports Amphibians
Gibbs announced its dealer plans for its sport amphibian Quadski, the world’s first personal sports amphibian. In 2014, Gibbs will launch the ’14 Quadski and expand its dealer network to 100 dealers across the U.S.
NPA Auction Lounge to Simulcast Cincinnati and Atlanta Bids at AIMExpo
The NPA Auction Lounge will simulcast the Cincinnati and Atlanta auction at AIMExpo, allowing dealers to place their bids in real-time on more than 2,500 pre-owned powersports vehicles.
K&L Supply MC625R Heavy Duty Air Lift
The MC625R Heavy Duty Air Lift allows the widest utility vehicles to be serviced and can be extended to add two extra feet to the overall front or rear length for servicing custom bikes.
Bell Celebrates 60 Years: Bullitt Unveiled, Pro Deal Program Announced
Sixty years of technical innovation and classic design ingenuity culminated today as Bell Helmets unveiled its newest creation, the Bullitt. Bell also announced the new “Pro Deal Program,” which offers powersports industry professionals, active military and public service officials VIP status as a sign of gratitude.
NPA to Debut Latest Auction Segment at AIMExpo
NPA Black Market offers dealerships, retailers and service shops the opportunity to purchase non-current name brand powersports gear, accessories and parts in bulk through NPA’s online auction platform.
LeoVince USA Becomes Independent Distributor
Now known as LeoVince USA Specialized Products Distribution, the shift will allow LeoVince USA to continue building strategic distribution partnerships with other quality brands.
Focusing On F&I To Boost Sales
More emphasis is being placed on the F&I department, which is contributing to dealers’ gross profits.
How To Use LinkedIn To Grow Your Business
LinkedIn is better than any other platform for networking. It connects you to more than 50 million affluent, ambitious and influential professionals, and since the relationships within LinkedIn are built upon trusted connections, the likelihood of generating leads from your connections is high.
Six Simple Things That Are Worth Money In Your Pocket
Keeping in mind that F&I is a sales job, your customer is ultimately your most valuable asset. Here are six small things you can do to close more deals.