Leading Motorcycling Organizations Meet with DOT Secretary Buttigieg
Three organizations joined forces to share the priorities of the motorcycling community and industry with U.S. Department of Transportation.
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
More States Reclassify Driving Requirements for Three-Wheeled Autocycles
According to Arcimoto, Florida, Hawaii, and Louisiana are the latest states to reclassify driving requirements for next-generation autocycles, removing the need for a motorcycle endorsement and allowing drivers to operate with a standard driver’s license. “On behalf of everyone aiming to adopt ultra-efficient mobility solutions, we would like to sincerely thank the state legislatures and
RTP Wins Funding Boost in House Approved Bill
The Motorcycle Industry Council said that the U.S. House of Representatives recently passed a $715 billion transportation bill that includes up to a 75% increase in funding for the Recreational Trails Program (RTP). The RTP funds trail development, maintenance, and educational materials nationwide. “While there is significantly more work to be done getting the bill
Montana Passes Motorcycle Lane-Filtering Legislation
Montana has become the third state to recognize lane filtering, with the Gov. Greg Gianforte’s signature on a bill legalizing filtering of motorcycles under certain conditions.
American Motorcyclist Association Opposes Year-Round Sales of E15 Fuel
Allowing additional E15 sales increases the risk of inadvertent misfueling by motorcyclists.
Zero Motorcycles Becomes 1st Electric Motorcycle Brand to Be Listed On GSA
Zero Motorcycles, the global electric motorcycle sales and innovation leader, announced that it is the first electric motorcycle brand to be listed on General Services Administration.
MIC Meets with Department of Agriculture and U.S. Forest Service Officials to Highlight Importance of OHV Recreation in National Forests
The MIC urged Department officials to prioritize recreational access, stating that OHV recreation in national forests is vital to the industry and that it is a local and national economic engine.
AMA Congress Convenes at AIMExpo for 50th Annual Meeting
Family enduros, insurance, dual sport rides and political issues were among the topics pertaining to recreational riding that were discussed during AMA Congress.
California Assembly, Senate Pass Bills to Continue OHV Program
California legislators passed two bills that extend the state’s nationally renowned off-highway vehicle recreation program and provide more stability for the program’s future.
Michael Sayre Named AMA Government Relations Manager for On-Highway Issues
Sayre has been working for the organization as grassroots coordinator since January 2016 and has been an AMA member since 2012. He will continue working in the nonprofit association’s Washington, D.C., office.
The New Norm in North America
Apparently we’re not in the business of selling motorcycles anymore – at least not according to Harley-Davidson CEO Matt Levatich. He says H-D is shifting towards a new norm in North America and will now be in the business of bringing in new riders, not selling hardware. Harley, to be certain, had a tough time