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?”
Fulmer Helmets’ National Sales Manager John Linn Retires
Fulmer Helmets is celebrating the career and retirement of National Sales Manager John Linn after 43 years with the organization. For over four decades John has been instrumental in the growth and development of Fulmer Helmets across the United States.
VARTA AGM Powersports Batteries
Johnson Controls, a global manufacturer of lead-acid batteries, launched its premium VARTA AGM powersports battery line in North America last October. The powerful line-up of powersports batteries are made for active enthusiasts who expect the highest level of performance and durability.
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.
Dealer Registration Opens for 2014 American International Motorcycle Expo
Dealer registration for the 2014 American International Motorcycle Expo (AIMExpo) is now open through the event’s newly re-launched website. Powersports retailers have exclusive opportunities to improve their business, see new products and interact with their peers during the event’s exclusive trade days on October 16-17.
Tim Calhoun Forms SpeedMob, Inc.
Tim Calhoun, CEO and President of LeoVince USA, announced the formation of a new business venture, SpeedMob, Inc. This new company will specialize in managing premium brands for the powersports, automotive and bicycle sectors.
Suzuki MotoGP Team Tests in Austin, Texas
With its recent test at the Circuit Of The Americas (COTA) in Austin, Texas, Suzuki reinforced that message by showcasing 2014 Suzuki GSX-R1000 sportbikes alongside Suzuki GSX-R race bikes that compete on national and international circuits.
KYMCO Celebrates 50 Years With Return to AIMExpo in 2014
KYMCO USA will return as an OEM exhibitor at the second annual AIMExpo show October 16-19 in Orlando, Fla. KYMCO was a founding manufacturer exhibitor at the inaugural AIMExpo and, as part of its 50th anniversary celebration this year, the brand plans to expand its presence at the event.
Polaris Cancels American Victory Rally
Polaris Industries Inc. announced it is canceling the 2014 American Victory Rally due to extensive transformation of manufacturing lines at the company’s Spirit Lake, Iowa facility, home of the Victory product line and annual rally.
Harley-Davidson Launches Training With Riding Academy
For the first time ever, those dreaming of riding can now learn on a genuine Harley-Davidson motorcycle. Harley unveiled the new Harley-Davidson Riding Academy – the only national rider training program hosted by H-D dealerships and conducted on an all-new H-D motorcycles.
Powersports Webinar – 2014 Riding Season Sales Strategies
An upcoming Dominion Powersports Solutions Pulse webinar will outline how to drive more in-store traffic and better attract a growing consumer base. The webinar will be held Wednesday, April 30 at 11 a.m. PST/2 p.m. EST. Registration is free.
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.
Worldwide Harley-Davidson Retail Motorcycle Sales Climb
Harley-Davidson, Inc. first-quarter 2014 diluted earnings per share of $1.21 grew 22.2% from the previous year on higher motorcycle shipments and continued improvement in operating efficiencies. First-quarter net income was $265.9 million on consolidated revenue of $1.73 billion.
LeoVince USA GPRV4 Steering Stabilizer Applications
The GPRV4 steering stabilizer is now available for the 2013-’14 MV Agusta F3, 2010-’14 Triumph Scrambler, 2013-’14 Triumph Street Triple and the 2013-’14 Yamaha FZ-09. LeoVince USA Specialized Products Distribution has the new applications available, along with all other GPRV4 applications.
Spring is Here, Finally!
There’s something about spring when it finally arrives and you live in a climate where you haven’t seen your lawn in more than three months. And it’s more than in the air for a lot of powersports dealers, too. Being more of a kinesthetic-kind-of-guy rather than a rational-numbers-guy, you can feel spring in everything from