AIMExpo Rushes Onto The Scene With Turning Point
AIMExpo began with a “Turning Point,” a fast-paced perspective on the motorcycle and powersports industry, and a vision of its future. AIMExpo Champion Kenny Roberts concluded the opening ceremonies with a ride to the exhibitor floor on his yellow custom Star Bolt.
Yamaha Highlights The FZ-09 and Custom-Built Star Bolts
Yamaha highlighted the recently released FZ-09 and announced the winners of the 2013 Star Bolt Custom Build-Off contest during today’s press conference.
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.
Motorcycle Industry Council Adds Newest Member to Dealer Advisory Council
Rick Alcon, owner of R&S Powersports Group in Albuquerque, N.M., joins seven other members of the newly formed council.
Intended to represent the needs and interests of new dealer members, the council was implemented with the MIC’s decision to include dealers in its membership for the first time since 1974.
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.
Made In America, Sold Around The Corner
While big box stores and online retailers continue to bite the biggest chunk out of the retail market, there’s a growing movement towards buying local, which is great news for independent retailers like you.
Focusing On F&I To Boost Sales
More emphasis is being placed on the F&I department, which is contributing to dealers’ gross profits.
ATVs and Utilities Segments Up, Off-Roads Lead Decline
For September, prices in most segments we cover in the motorcycle and powersports market are down in a rather dramatic fashion.
Provide Service Specifications To Your Techs
1. Veteran technicians have the knowledge and experience to perform the operations of day-to-day service jobs in their sleep. If you give a good tech a list of service items and a vehicle he has never seen before, he will be able to work out how to perform the procedures on his own. However, without
Getting the Band Together: The Entwistle Effect
Your dealership is like a rock band. Think about this: You need to have the right musicians to make great music (or what I like to call “classic rock”). In addition to writing and recording memorable songs that stand the test of time, there are two primary factors that determine a band’s success: ability and
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.
Kawasaki Unveils More Powerful, More Feature-Rich Ultras
While rumors of the brand’s departure from the market were indeed off the mark, so too were the hints of something radically new for 2014. Instead, Kawasaki chose to once again build on its proven strengths, bringing back both the existing STX-15F and Ultra LX, and tweaking the rest of the Ultra line both in terms of horsepower and amenities.
Cardo Systems: Paving The Way For The Motorcycle Bluetooth Market
While it’s safe to say that Cardo Systems Inc. is an industry leader in the motorcycle Bluetooth communications market, the company wasn’t always interested in motorcycles. Established in 2001, Cardo originally focused on the personal communications business. “In 2005, we saw a need for personal headsets for motorcyclists, and in 2006 we released some of
WPS/FLY Racing to Distribute POD ACTIVE Knee Braces
The manufacturer of medical grade knee braces has chosen to part ways with its current distribute. The partnership with WPS will officially begin Nov. 1, 2013.
‘Turning Point’ Program to Kick Off AIMExpo
Hosted by veteran motorcycle television personality Greg White, the program will celebrate the history of motorcycling while also looking ahead to a brighter future, with AIMExpo serving as a driver of that success.