Features
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Q&A with Danny Phillips, Executive Vice President, Advanstar
With stops in 13 large markets across the United States, the Progressive International Motorcycle Shows are arguably the largest consumer…
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AMA disappointed in Babbitt comments on public land
News Release Former U.S. Interior Secretary Bruce Babbitt is wrong to urge President Obama to use executive powers to close…
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House of Harley relies on winter storage and repairs for added work
Once snow starts flying and temperatures drop below freezing in the northern part of the U.S., most motorcyclists trade their…
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Three wheels, and one hot segment pushing growth
Conversion company sees growth as riders turn to three wheels It was just this summer when Powersports Business reported an…
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Florida dealer drives margin with add-on package
Head into an automotive dealership, and it’s rare to see an inventory of base-model offerings. Instead, the majority of cars…
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BMW’s U.S. bike sales up 44 percent in November
BMW Motorrad USA reported sales of 777 motorcycles in November, an increase of 43.6 percent from a total of 541…
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Vectrix teams up with Daimler for smart scooter
Stuttgary, Germany-based Daimler announced in November that its smart brand is expanding its portfolio of electrically-driven vehicles designed for urban…
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1199 Panigale sales reach 7,500 in 2012
The Ducati 1199 Panigale made quite a splash in its 2012 debut. More than 7,500 Panigales have been sold in…
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Cardo’s scala rider G9 tackles 14K ride in India
Ryan and Colin Pyle used the Cardo scala rider G9 for communication throughout “The India Ride,” their 14,000-kilometer, 54-day motorcycle…
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Ninja 300 expected to add to lightweight sales trends
Kawasaki’s newest entry a formidable replacement for 250 You’d be hard-pressed to find someone who has ridden the 2013 Kawasaki…
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KBB.com data shows street bikes, cruisers at top
Harley-Davidson, Honda are most-viewed OEMs on Kelley Blue Book site Consumer interest in used powersports products has been consistent throughout…
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Consignment volumes on the rise at auction
Pre-owned sales market remains healthy, NPA’s Woodruff says Following his highly informative presentation during the Powersports Business State of the…
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A rich showroom display for Honda dealership
Off-Road Express once again a zone winner Off-Road Express Honda and Kawasaki didn’t repeat as national champion of the annual…
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Layaway helps dealers move units
Pre-owned dealers offer financing option to boost sales When most shoppers think of layaway, they probably think of holiday gifts…
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Model-year 2007 a hot seller for metric dealers
ADP Lightspeed study shows 2006 models top V-twin used sales In a study of the model year of used motorcycle…
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Creating Community
Used bikes, apparel focus of new Seattle Used Bikes When a young rider — soaked from rain, dressed in a…
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AIMExpo exhibitor list reaches 100
Mike Webster brings decades of powersports industry experience to his role as president of the Trade Show Division at Marketplace…
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An open-air showroom and open for business
Nelsons Speed Shop aiming for early 2013 move into new building The Sno-Motion event at Nelsons Speed Shop in Greenville,…
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ADP Lightspeed targets dealership growth
As a way of improving dealership operations and business results, ADP Lightspeed is unveiling new products in its lineup that…
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Renovation gives Sam’s Powersports Garage a boost
Consultant hears positive feedback on training tool Sam’s Powersports Garage may be less than one year old, but the online…
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