Dealer Expo On The Move
In a move that many in the industry dubbed reactionary to the timing of the inaugural American International Motorcycle Expo (AIME) to be held in Orlando, Oct. 16-20, 2013, in September, Advanstar announced that the Dealer Expo would move the date of its Indianapolis-based show to October starting in 2013. But it looks as though plans have shifted again with September 2014 show dates hitting the Dealer Expo website in December.
Parts Unlimited Withdraws From Dealer Expo
Parts Unlimited/Drag Specialties has announced plans to withdraw from the 2013 Dealer Expo to focus on launching two new regional dealer showcases in 2013. The distributor will produce a West Coast Regional Showcase March 23-24, 2013 in Anaheim, Calif., and a Northeast Regional Showcase on April 6-7, 2013 in Valley Forge, Penn.
MPN Launches 2012 Dealership Superstar Competition
The 2012 Dealership Superstar Competition sponsored by Western Power Sports has officially opened. Nominate a Dealership Superstar today!
The AIM Expo Narrows Search of Potential Host Cities
Starting with an initial list of more than 10 cities, the search for the ideal venue for the American International Motorcycle Expo, set for Fall 2013, has been pared to two locations, according to show promoters. The efforts of searching for a location by the Marketplace Events team will soon payoff in an announcement in the weeks ahead.
Spring Sales Show Measured Growth
After last month’s big changes in pricing in the powersports market, values continue to go up again this month.
PartStream Challenges 50 Below and PSN Parts Lookup
ARI Network Services, Inc., a provider of eCatalogs delivered via SaaS and DaaS, is quickly becoming a dominant online parts lookup provider for powersports dealers’ websites.
AMA Announces Two New Board Members
The American Motorcyclist Association (AMA) has announced the election of two corporate directors to the AMA Board of Directors: John Ulrich, founder and owner of Roadracing World and Motorcycle Technology, and Sean Hilbert, CEO of Cobra Moto. The elections occurred at the annual AMA corporate members meeting in Indianapolis on Feb. 18.
MIC Give to Ride Auction Brings in $50k
Several key land use initiatives willbenefit from $52,100 donated to the Right Rider Access Fund (RRAF), following the first-ever Give to Ride Breakfast and Auction.
WPS and FLY Racing Roll Out Highlights Reel
WPS and FLY Racing were out in force at this year’s Indianapolis Dealer Expo, check out this show highlight reel, shot by Crossrut Films’ Patrick Uebelhor.
Husqvarna Named Title Sponsor of AMA Dual Sport Trail Riding Series
Officially announced at the Dealer Expo in Indianapolis on Friday, Feb. 17, Husqvarna’s sponsorship reintroduces the iconic brand to American Motorcyclist Association (AMA) members as the title sponsor of the 2012 AMA Husqvarna National Dual Sport Trail Riding Series.
New Video Ad for Right Rider Breakfast, Auction at Dealer Expo
A new video ad for the upcoming Right Rider breakfast and auction is now available online. The ad features motorcycle industry personalities Eric Anderson and Tom White providing key details about the auction that will be taking place at 7:30 a.m. Saturday, February 18, in the Wabash Conference Room of the Indiana Convention Center during Dealer Expo in Indianapolis.
Christini Launches 2012 Line of AWD Motorcycles
Christini Technologies recently launched its 2012 line of production all-wheel-drive (AWD) motorcycles. The new models feature CHRISTINI’s revolutionary AWD system, which provides stability, performance and traction in all conditions.
DragonFire to Unveil New Exhaust Systems at Dealer Expo
DragonFire continues to celebrate the Lunar New Year in style, as they are set to take the wraps off two all new exhaust systems at Dealer Expo in Indianapolis.
ICON Motosports Unveils New Line at V-Twin Expo
At the recent V-Twin Expo, Icon Motosports unleashed its latest collection of gear onto the motorcycle market. The ICON1000 line had been years in the making, according to the company, which it says represents the pinnacle of design and craftsmanship.
Manheim Specialty Launches Quarterly Video Blog
Manheim Specialty has launched a quarterly video blog as part of its social media initiative, designed to engage dealers and demonstrate the many informational and business uses of social media. The first installment features General Manager Karen Braddy discussing 2011 pricing trends for motorcycles hosted through the company’s YouTube channel.
R&G Racing to Display at Twisted Throttle Indy Booth
R&G Racing, manufacturers of motorcycle crash and damage protection products, will be exhibiting at its U.S. distributor Twisted Throttle’s booth during Dealer Expo in Indianapolis, which runs from February 17-19.