Columns
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OPINION – An alarming view of the ATV industry
The latest national election has come and gone and the best thing I can remember from it is a candidate’s…
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OPINION – There’s little to share but a lot to like
This is a dangerous confession. Even as I write this, I’m subconsciously asking myself, “Isn’t there another way? Can’t you…
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OPINION – It’s a trick to see more than the illusion
This could be one of those chicken and the egg questions that seem so insignificant, but here goes. What’s more…
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OPINION – Dealing with an aftermarket anxiety
It was a conversation about Chinese manufacturing, of all things, that eased my mind about the state of the aftermarket…
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OPINION – The big box factor on overzealous regulations
The continuing presence of powersports vehicles in big box retail locations is largely a divisive issue in this industry. The…
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Follow up: To change or not to change – September 4, 2006
Powersports dealerships are destination points that customers visit with intention. The intention is to see if a powersports product is…
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OPINION – Tackling two of the industry’s vexing questions
Wil Garland’s question was justification enough that this column should be devoted to strong statements, regardless if they’re seen by…
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OPINION – ATV competitors band together for industry’s sake
The threat was obvious, even to the beginner’s eye. A bishop, placed slightly askew in its black square, stared straight…
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OPINION – New look, new attitude, same great news
A few years ago as I walked the Dealer Expo floor at Indy for the first time, I said to…
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OPINION – How to make your case in writing for protective legislation
I was pleased to meet with a large contingent of Nebraska motorcycle dealers in Lincoln earlier this month. A great…
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