Motorcycle & Powersports News March 2015 Digital Edition
The March 2015 edition of MPN features our 2015 Powersports Industry Profile, which takes an in-depth look at what the numbers are telling us about the state of powersports. We also take a look at the world of auctions, visit inside San Jose Harley-Davidson, and discover what leads to success at MTA Distributing.
Shifting Gears: Printing All The News That Fits
Here is the latest dirt from around the off-road market: Motocross legend Mike Bell is on a roll … literally.
Kawasaki Mule Pro-FXT Wins Farm Industry News FINOvation Award
Kawasaki’s all-new workhorse Mule Pro-FXT has been recognized by Farm Industry News as the top SxS in the utility category with its prestigious FINOvation award.
Held USA Renews Partnership with Penguin Motorcycle Racing School
Held USA has renewed partnership with Eric Wood and Penguin Roadracing School. The instructors will be outfitted with Held’s Titan Evo, Phantom II and waterproof Race-Tex motorcycle gloves. Students of the school will also be able to test the gloves on the track. “We are very pleased to renew our partnership with Held USA and
Shifting Gears: Printing All The News That Fits
Between the 2nd Annual AIMExpo in Orlando and Biketoberfest in Daytona, Florida was the epicenter of the powersports industry for a week, which made it the perfect time and place to announce that V-Twin industry leader Bob Kay joined the team at Marketplace Events Motorcycle Group, producers of theAmerican International Motorcycle Expoas V-Twin Director. Long-time
Kit Palmer Named Editor of Cycle News
The MAG Media Group has announced that Kit Palmer will take over as the editor of Cycle News, effective November 1. Palmer, who has worked at the weekly publication and website for 31 years, will replace long-time editor Paul Carruthers, who will become the Communications Manager for MotoAmerica, the company that will produce the North
Kit Palmer Named Editor of Cycle News
The MAG Media Group has announced that Kit Palmer will take over as the editor of Cycle News, effective November 1. Palmer, who has worked at the weekly publication and website for 31 years, will replace long-time editor Paul Carruthers, who will become communications manager for MotoAmerica.
Printing All The News That Fits
The AIMExpo will play host to the announcement that Ryan Keefe has been appointed to director of marketing for National Powersport Auctions (NPA), the world’s leading powersport remarketing company. “Ryan has developed a wealth of experience in our industry and has a proven track record in delivering success, which makes him a huge asset
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?”
BIG News From Triumph
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Motorcycle & Powersports News Announces Staff Changes
Babcox Media Inc. is pleased to announce the appointment of Brendan Baker to the position of editor of Motorcycle & Powersports News (MPN). In conjunction with Baker’s new appointment, Robin Hartfiel has been appointed to the position of editor-at-large for MPN. Colleen Brousil, editor of MPN, who has served in a variety of editorial capacities with the brand since 2002, leaves her role with Babcox Media to take another position within the industry, as director of marketing for ARI, a technology solutions company based in Milwaukee, Wis.
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Motorcycle Writer Offers Free Newsletter Writing Service to Dealers
Geared toward educating and inspiring female riders, content in Alisa Clickenger’s monthly “Ask MotoAdventureGal” column will feature topics in a question-and-answer format. Topics will address general riding, motorcycle travel concerns and motorcycle gear. Content is not brand-specific and includes all makes, models, riding styles and brands of motorcycles and apparel.
National Speed Sport News Adds Cory Jonson to Sales Team
Jonson brings more than 20 years of experience in powersports product sales and long-term strategic planning with clients to the company. Prior to joining NSSN, Jonson was instrumental in driving sales and brand marketing for companies such as Leo Vince, Sunstar Engineering/Braking and Pirelli/Metzeler Motorcycle Tires.