Powersports Associations Praise Order to Expand Recreation on Public Lands
The powersports industry is praising an order, signed by U.S. Secretary of the Interior Ryan Zinke, that directs bureaus within the Interior Department to create plans that develop or expand recreational opportunities on public lands.
OptionSoft Named ‘Endorsed Vendor’ for Powersport Association
OptionSoft has announced that the Louisiana Marine and Motorcycle Dealer Association (LMMDA) has chosen them as an endorsed vendor.
Powersports Associations Hire Berger as Associate General Counsel
Attorney Alexander Berger has been hired as the new associate general counsel for the Motorcycle Industry Council, the Specialty Vehicle Institute of America, the Recreational Off-Highway Vehicle Association, and the Motorcycle Safety Foundation.
Erik Buell to Present at Wisconsin Business Association Meeting
Erik Buell will be a presenter during a meeting of the Independent Business Association of Wisconsin (IBAW) held at the Wisconsin Club in Milwaukee on December 15.
Industry Mourns ‘On Any Sunday’ Filmmaker Bruce Brown
Mr. Brown’s early acclaim resulted from his groundbreaking surfing movie, “Endless Summer,” which was released in 1966. “On Any Sunday,” released in 1971, helped spur the explosive growth of motorcycling in the 1970s.
Suzuki Named Dinner Sponsor for 2017 AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony
The American Motorcyclist Association announced that Suzuki Motor of America Inc. will be the dinner sponsor for the 2017 AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony on Sept. 22 during the American International Motorcycle Expo at the Greater Columbus Convention Center in Columbus, Ohio.
USA Today Features Motorcycle Industry Council’s Snapshot Infographic for Ride To Work Day
MIC received mainstream media coverage as USA Today featured a Ride To Work Day infographic on the front of the Life section June 19, as motorcyclists everywhere commuted to their jobs, saving fuel and parking spaces while enjoying the trip. It was 26th annual Ride To Work Day, with motorcycle and scooter clubs across the country encouraging
MIC Gives Update on U.S. Trade Representative Proposed Tariff on Certain European Motorcycles
The Motorcycle Industry Council (MIC) is calling for members to reach out to their Representatives or Senators to block the proposed U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) tariff on motorcycles with an engine size of 50cc to 500cc imported from the European Union.
Nationwide Becomes Presenting Sponsor of the American International Motorcycle Expo
The American International Motorcycle Expo (AIMExpo) has announced a multi-year agreement with Nationwide (Nationwide) to serve as presenting sponsor of the powersports industry’s major expo, beginning with the event’s landmark fifth year in 2017, set for September 21-24 in Columbus, Ohio.
Department of the Interior, Recreation Industry Representatives Meet on Improving Access to Public Lands
The Outdoor Recreation Industry Roundtable hosted the meeting at Skyland Resort, operated by National Park concessioner Delaware North. In addition to Department of the Interior and Forest Service officials, more than 30 outdoor recreation industry representatives and several industry CEOs attended the meeting.
MIC Directors Elect New Leadership for Powersports Trade Association
The Motorcycle Industry Council Board of Directors elected a new chair, vice chair and secretary/treasurer to help guide the industry as it looks to strengthen market expansion efforts. The board also approved a process to refine the industry’s strategic plan during its latest meeting.
Senate Motorcycle Caucus Helps Us
As we were ready to go to press and I was still ruminating over what to write my column about, in comes some late breaking news that changes everything. The Senate has formed a Motorcycle Caucus! This will certainly be welcomed by the industry and receive strong support from the Motorcycle Industry Council and American
Industry Not Used to Optimisim
According to one of those social media quizzes that gets passed along from your high school buddy who you haven’t talked to since graduation but who invites you to play every game and test online, I’m an optimist. I was surprised because I’m not used to thinking that I’m one of those people. And I
American Motorcyclist Association Announces Recipients of 2017 AMA Awards
The American Motorcyclist Association has announced the recipients of its 2017 AMA Awards. The individuals and organizations selected by the AMA Board of Directors have made outstanding contributions to the motorcycling community and their efforts support the AMA mission to promote the motorcycle lifestyle and protect the future of motorcycling.
American Motorcyclist Association CEO Testifies Against Proposed Motorcycle Tariff
A proposed tariff on European motorcycles would harm U.S. consumers by pricing affected models beyond the reach of American families, American Motorcyclist Association President and CEO Rob Dingman told a federal trade committee today, February 15, 2017. Dingman said motorcycles should be removed from the list of products included in the proposed tariff.
American Motorcyclist Association CEO to Testify Against Motorcycle Tariff
American Motorcyclist Association President and CEO Rob Dingman will testify Feb. 15 against a 100 percent tariff on some European motorcycles proposed by the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative.
