Spanish Exhibitors to Showcase Brands and Culture at AIMExpo
A collaboration of Spanish exhibitors will dedicate an area of the show floor highlighting the Spanish motorcycling culture. The showcase, themed “Power of Spain,” will display a diverse selection of six of the country’s more well-known companies, as well as a Spanish Lounge.
Renewable Fuels Association Challenges Beliefs Behind AMA’s Fuel for Thought Lobbying Day
Renewable Fuels Association held a teleconference to challenge the AMA’s Fuel for Thought lobbying day’s response to E15 fuel. The teleconference’s organizers stressed that E15 is not for motorcycle use and questioned AMA’s motives.
Right Rider Access Fund Awards More than $500,000 in Grants in Support of Off-Highway Vehicle Safety and Access
Right Rider Access Fund awarded grants to OHV riding areas to repair storm damage, educational groups and research organizations that develop and provide OHV programs, business associations that responsibly preserve OHV recreation, and more.
Bell Helmets Increases International Presence with New Hire
In another move designed to bolster its aggressive international business goals, Bell Helmets has appointed Brett Conley as export sales manager – international. In this position, Conley will work to cultivate and execute against an assertive international strategy that will further broaden Bell’s brand footprint worldwide.
KK Motorcycle Supply Founder Passes Away
JR Kelley died on Dec. 8 at the age of 86. He made numerous contributions to the motorcycle industry by serving as president of the American Motorcyclist Association and establishing various charitable fundraising events.
Three Members Re-elected to Motorcycle Industry Council Board of Directors
Don Emde, Frank Esposito and Steve Johnson bring a wealth of industry experience to the board, ranging from magazine publishing and aftermarket manufacturing to distribution.
Longtime Babcox Media Executive Becky Babcox Passes Away
Automotive aftermarket industry veteran died peacefully on Oct. 15, 2012, after long battle with Multiple System Atrophy.
DFW Honda
How has DFW become an L-5 Power House Honda dealer (one of 40 in the United States) while also earning an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau? The owners credit maintaining a good relationship with their customers while keeping a firm eye on the bottom line. In fact, one of the first things they did after they bought the business was to find an operational accountant (not a CPA) and put him on the management team.
A Conversation With Wayne Allard, AMA’s Vice President For Government Relations
Last October, former U.S. Senator Wayne Allard of Colorado joined the American Motorcyclist Association (AMA) as vice president for government relations. Allard served two terms as a Senator for his home state, but he’d promised his constituents to put a term limit on his service. We recently chatted with Allard and AMA spokesman Pete TerHorst
How the Dealer Stole Christmas
Holiday marketing and merchandising strategies to lure customers away from the retail giants and into your dealership.
2011 Powersports Industry Legislation Update
A rundown of hot-button political issues facing the powersports industry: youth lead ban, off-road access, motorcycle-only checkpoints and helmet laws.
Motorcycle Industry Jobs Partners with Sprocket List
Job seekers can now go to SprocketList.com to check out classified ads for motorcycles, ATVs or accessories and find a job courtesy of MotorcycleIndustryJobs.com, according a recent partnership announcement.
Polaris Supports Grassroots Groups with Sales-Based Contributions
For the sixth consecutive year, state and provincial snowmobile organizations across North America are receiving contributions from the Polaris “Winning Riders” program, which generates support for the groups based on sales of new Polaris snowmobiles.
Kart Industry Council Launches New Website as Part of Its Extreme Makeover
As part of the re-launch of the non-profit trade association for the performance karting industry, the new KIC website will become an important resource that addresses a different point of view for business members of the karting community.
Devils and Dealers: How to be an Employer of Choice
Is letting your people explore other employers really the realm of the devil’s playground?
Dealers Protest Polaris Practices
Robin stumbles into the middle of something that looks like real news. This is getting interesting!