Blud Lubricants Introduces Next Generation Synthetic Oils for the Powersports Market at AIMExpo
Blud Lubricants introduced three new 100% synthetic lubricants designed for the powersports market called HAWGBLUD, BIKERBLUD and DIRTBLUD at AIMExpo last week.
Just My Perspective
My first motorcycle industry trade show experience was in February 1979 at the Dealer Expo in Cincinnati, Ohio. Most of you have heard the story how I headed out to Cincy with a 10’x10’ display full of nothing but bungee cords. The Cincinnati Dealer Expo was the show back then! I was thrilled to be
Strong Growth Reported in ATV/UTV Segment
Our latest survey of powersports dealers indicates that the off-road vehicle market saw strong UTV and ATV growth in the end of July, although the rest of the month saw lackluster demand, it appears the demand has carried over into August. Indeed, dealers noted that aggressive pricing is the primary driver of new unit sales
UTV Market Still Being Driven by Innovation
In our opinion, the intensity of promotions across the UTV universe has caused the UTV/ATV price gap to narrow to never-before-seen levels, which is driving incremental cannibalization to the UTV market.
Oh, The Places You’ll Go: ARGO Continues to ‘Go Anywhere’ by Launching an ATV lineup
“It’s the most fun you’re going to have under 25 mph,” says Brad Darling, president of ARGO, speaking about ARGO’s XTVs. The ‘Go Anywhere’ extreme terrain vehicle manufacturer was back again this year with a new ride-and-drive event at ERX Motor Park located outside Minneapolis. Following its event last year in Austin, TX, where ARGO
It’s Almost Go Time In Columbus!
It’s just about go time in Columbus! It was a bold move by the folks at Motorcycle Industry Council (MIC) to move the AIMExpo to the Midwest, but judging by the number of exhibitors participating and excitement surrounding this year’s show, it’s going to be “YUGE,” believe me.
NPA Adds Aicardi to Northeast Sales Team
National Powersport Auctions (NPA) has added industry veteran Mike Aicardi to the team as Regional Sales Manager for the Northeast. Most recently the general manager of Wagner Motorsports International in Worcester, Massachusetts, Aicardi is now serving the needs of all New England dealers.
AIMExpo Show Floor 95 Percent Sold Out with Most OEM Exhibitors to Date
With less than two months until opening day, the American International Motorcycle Expo (AIMExpo) will welcome a record number of exhibiting original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) in its debut at the Greater Columbus Convention Center in Ohio, from September 21-24.
The Black Hills, Cats with Money and Einstein!
Dear Ma, I hope you’re doing well up there in Heaven. Things are groovy down here in Dallas. Well, actually, things are more “funky” than “groovy.” Ya know, life is funny and I don’t mean funny “ha ha,” I mean funny “strange!” My business has changed so much over the last 20 plus years. For
Trikes: An Idea Whose Time Has Come
The three-wheeled motorcycle concept came out two years before Karl Benz was credited with creating the automobile. However, they have more or less been relegated to a small niche market within the industry.
Slight Uptick in Retail Sales Environment
Our latest survey of powersports dealers indicates that the retail sales environment improved sequentially in the month of April. It appears that after starting off slowly (in part due to unfavorable weather conditions), sell-through trends picked up as the month progressed and comparisons eased (lapping the Polaris stop-sale last April). Now that Can-Am’s Maverick X3
Red Line Oil Powersport Products for UTV and ATV
Red Line Synthetic Oil now offers a series of motor oils, gear oils and a lube kit for some of the most popular powersports applications in the marketplace. Red Line launched its 10W50 Powersports Motor Oil and new UTV/ATV Gear case Oil.
Houser Racing Partners with Get Financing
Houser Racing’s customers now have a financing option to allow them to get all of the products they need to outfit their ATV or UTV and manage one low monthly payment, as the company recently announced it will begin offering flexible financing terms through Get Financing.
Lower Priced Units Remain In Demand
Our latest survey of powersports dealers indicates that the retail sales environment remained weak in March. The general theme in the marketplace is that consumer interest was focused on lower-priced ATV units and utility products from Can-Am, Polaris and Honda. In the recreational market, Can-Am’s Maverick X3 Max was a major topic of discussion as
Passion Makes Perfect at Indian Motorcycle Charlotte
Mark Moses is a man who stands out in a crowd. Clearly marching to the beat of his own drum, the owner and general manager of Indian Motorcycle Charlotte is not only committed to outrageously high standards of customer service, but also crafting his customers’ experience in his own image.
Shifting Gears (May): Printing All The News That Fits
Building a better mousetrap? Tucker Rocky has brought supply chain management specialist Dan Bradley onboard as VP of operations. In his new role, Bradley will apply his 25 years of experience with parts distribution facilities and logistics networks to stabilize and refine the company’s distribution operations, ensuring that dealers get the right part, at the
