BRP to Introduce Electric Models for Each Product Line by 2026
BRP plans to invest $300M over five years in product development, specialized equipment, infrastructure, production tooling and facilities.
RumbleOn, RideNow Announce Definitive Agreement to Combine Companies
The integration of RideNow’s extensive footprint and strong retail brand with RumbleOn’s technology platform will transform the nation’s largest powersports dealer into the first omnichannel powersports platform in North America.
Honda South Carolina Produces 300,000th Side-by-Side
Honda of South Carolina Mfg. produced its 300,000th side-by-side vehicle, a Pioneer 1000 Deluxe five-seat model, and celebrated with associates at the Timmonsville plant.
How Much ‘Gubment’ Cheese Is Too Much?
The COVID-19 virus continues to paralyze our world. The numbers are reaching record highs and hospitals are busting at the seams. The state of Texas has closed all bars in the state, mine included.
Powersports Values Ease Into Normal Seasonal Patterns
The past several months have been a roller coaster ride of severe drops in value followed by a historic increase in pricing for June. After all that, this month actually looks sort of normal…believe it or not.
Following the Trail of the 2020 Off-Road Market
As the saying goes: hindsight is 20/20, but nothing we have experienced in 2020 so far has given us a clue as to what would happen next. It has been one of the most unpredictable and tumultuous six months that we can remember. However, the powersports industry has adapted and thrived in many cases as we move into a new normal.
SxS Market Update in the COVID-19 Crisis
The side-by-side market was on an upward trajectory until March, when the world was hit with the COVID-19 pandemic. Most of the powersports industry, and country, shut down or reduced staff and limited retail operations.
Can Ya Dig It: God, The World Really Needs You to Smile Upon Us
Dear Ma, you wouldn’t believe what is happening right now in this crazy world. It’s like nothing I’ve ever seen in my lifetime. There’s this virus called COVID-19 that is sweeping the planet.
J.Juan Announces Strategy to Adapt China Plant to Coronavirus
The Catalonian company’s factory in Jiaxing is operating at 25% capacity due to lack of personnel. Its top priorities are to re-establish normal production and to prevent any cases of covid-19 in the factory at any cost.
AMA Announces James Holter as Chief Operating Officer
Holter, most recently the AMA vice president of communications and marketing, assumes the responsibilities of Jeff Massey, who is leaving his position as AMA chief operations officer on March 6.
Lonski and Associates Adds Marine Industry Veteran to Recruiter Team
With a focus on expanding recruiting services for Lonski and Associates’ commercial marine segment, Macri will help to connect marine clients with highly qualified candidates for trade positions including welders and electricians to project managers and top level executives.
F&I: How to Clean up a Credit Report
The process of trying to clean up a credit report takes time and patience. Some companies claim to be able to clean up a credit report and improve the credit score immediately. This is almost impossible and any company that guarantees it can do that instantly should be investigated very carefully.
MV Agusta Secures Funding to Execute 5 Year Plan
The historic Italian company MV Agusta, a global player in the production of premium motorcycles, has just announced its five years business plan.
Motorcycling, ATV Riding, Side-by-Side Driving Among Nation’s Largest Outdoor Recreation Activities
The MIC reported that motorcycling, ATV riding and side-by-side driving are among the country’s five largest traditional or conventional outdoor recreation activities.
Honda Celebrates 40 Years of Manufacturing in America
After Honda became the first Japanese automaker to build products in the U.S., automobile production quickly followed on Nov. 1, 1982, at the adjacent Marysville Auto Plant in Ohio.
Triumph Motorcycles Announces Collaboration for Electric Motorcycle Capability
Triumph Motorcycles announced a unique collaboration with UK industry experts, academic leaders and Innovate UK, to develop specialist electric motorcycle technology and innovative integrated solutions.
