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Harley-Davidson Facing Class Action Lawsuit for Allegedly Defective Anti-Lock Braking System

Due to an alleged defective wiring harness in the affected motorcycles’ Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS), there is a possibility of sudden, unexpected ABS braking failure for over 150,000 motorcycle owners across the country.

AirHawk International Files Lawsuit Against Wild Ass

AirHawk International recently announced that it is suing Wild Ass for patent infringement on three of its products, false advertising in violation of the Lanham Act, unfair competition under California law, tortious interference and claims against the owners of Wild Ass individually.

Arctic Cat Awarded $46.7 Million in Patent-Infringement Lawsuit Against BRP

A federal court judge for the Southern District of Florida (Miami) has awarded Arctic Cat Inc. triple damages of $46.7 million USD in a patent-infringement suit filed by the company against Bombardier Recreational Products Inc. and BRP U.S. Inc.

AirHawk International Files Lawsuit

AirHawk International announced that it recently filed in the United States District Court Central District Of California Southern Division a Complaint for Patent Infringement, False Advertising, Tortious Interference, and Unfair Competition against various parties related to a product called “Wild Ass Motorcycle Cushion.”

Dainese Responds to Lawsuits Against Alpinestars

With respect to Alpinestars’ “Statement regarding press coverage of Patent Challenge,” and for the sake of clarity, Dainese deemed it necessary to reply to the claim.

Helmet House Settles Patent Lawsuit with Olympia, Grants License

Helmet House, Inc., one of the nation’s largest powersports apparel distributors and manufacturers, announced settlement of its patent and trademark litigation against RPM Gear, Inc. – doing business as Olympia Moto Sports.

BRC Seeks Role In Snowmobile Lawsuit

The BlueRibbon Coalition (BRC) has filed papers seeking to enter a lawsuit threatening snowmobiling on lands throughout the National Forest System.

To E-Bike or Not to E-Bike?

When it comes to e-bikes, it’s the wild, wild West out there.

People Are Dealers’ Biggest Asset: Top 10 Ways to Attract and Retain Them

Lessons learned in a 30-year powersports dealer career.

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Ep. 51: New BFFs and MotoGP Racing is On Fire

KTM and MV Agusta are joined at the hip now.

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Harley-Davidson’s Hardwire Plan Is the Motor Co.’s Latest Reinvention

The Hardwire plan, released in February 2021, memorializes Harley-Davidson’s push to reinvent itself.

Motorcycle and Powersport Lubricant Technology

When an oil is engineered for any application, it all starts with a base oil. The base oil is then blended with additives for a specific use and the formulated oil is packaged and distributed for sale to consumers.

Judges Strike Down EPA Rule Allowing Year-Round E15 Fuel Sales

The U.S. Court of Federal Appeals for the District of Columbia on July 2 struck down a 2019 rule that allowed for the sale of a 15 percent ethanol gasoline blend during the summer months by concluding that the Trump-era waiver fell out of the administration’s legal jurisdiction.  The American Motorcyclist Association joined the American

Microsoft Executive Abruptly Closes 5 Seattle Dealerships

In a report by The Seattle Times, five Seattle-area motorcycle dealerships, including BMW and Ducati, were closed by their owner, a Microsoft executive and avid motorcycle racer.

Summer Market Report: Strengths, Weaknesses and New Riders

As you tuck away your flip flops and sunscreen and replace them with pumpkin spiced lattes and cozy sweaters, you might be noticing some market trends that could affect your sales.

Certified Parts Corporation Wins Legal Case Against Platinum Equity and Rudolf Strobl

Certified Parts Corporation (CPC) has won a seven-figure damage award against Platinum Equity Advisors LLC and one of its former employees, Rudolf Strobl, president of TecumsehPower, in a recently concluded case in Rock County, Wisconsin.