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Four-wheel market share: Who gained, who lost for 2009?
There’s a new, interesting tease of data concerning North America market share for the four-wheel side of the market. I…
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A behind-the-scenes look at Triumph’s dealer meeting
ORLANDO, Fla. — Usually it’s the new bike model that gets unveiled at the dealer meeting. You know, where the…
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Uncovering the golden nugget at Dealer Expo
It’s hard to own up to this, but here goes: In a sea of parts and accessories at the recently…
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Don’t let it go to waste
There is an intelligent, valid effort under way to promote retail sales for the industry that is falling on deaf…
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An ugly number that needs more explaining
From a dealer perspective, it’s very easy right now to get down on scooters as a viable profit center. Inventories…
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What’s the best way to move that noncurrent unit?
If you’re trying to move noncurrent major unit inventory, do you discount it, or add value to it? Of course,…
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The craziest powersports ‘prohibition’
Here’s a crazy thing to think about: Currently, there is no difference between the retailing of illegal drugs and youth-designed…
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The new bike buyer quiz
How well do you know your motorcycle buyer? Take this quick test and find out. A sport bike consumer walks…
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How to figure out your New Year’s resolution
Test time. Put down the eggnog for a moment and see if you can answer these. In fact, let’s do…
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An idea to boost your customer loyalty
In the current era of “do more with less,” this idea holds plenty of promise. Take a small stipend from…
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