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Motorcycle
AMA Washington rep appointed to Motorcyclist Advisory Council
In his role with the MAC, Zach Farmer will work alongside other stakeholders within the motorcycling community to provide insight…
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Motorcycle
AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame announces 2026 nominees
The AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame Class of 2026 will be announced shortly after voting is closed, and the class…
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Dealers
Inflation ticks up, adding pressure to big-ticket consumer purchases
U.S. inflation accelerated in April, raising additional concerns for consumers considering large purchases such as motorcycles, ATVs, side-by-sides, boats and…
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Features
The Dealer Lab: Delight by default
Industry veteran Max Materne talks about setting software and other dealer tools to the side and putting the focus back…
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Snowmobile
Tariff uncertainty ripples across powersports industry as OEMs, associations respond
Recent announcements from companies including Polaris Inc. and BRP Inc., along with advocacy efforts from industry groups such as the…
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Dealers
U.S. rolls out tariff refund system to reimburse businesses
U.S. importers will finally have access to the $166 billion collected from tariffs that were ruled unconstitutional by the U.S.…
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Motorcycle
AMA Hall of Fame honoree Steve Wise dies at 68
Considered one of the most multitalented riders ever, Wise is the only racer ever to win AMA motocross, AMA Supercross…
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Motorcycle
AMA adds new department to focus on organizer relations, riding and events
AMA veteran employee and former board member Joe Bromley will lead the newly formed Membership Development & Activity Department.
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Dealers
MIC rallies against 50% tariffs threatening powersports industry
According to MIC, the tariffs mean that nearly every powersports vehicle with foreign-produced steel components is now subject to steep…
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Dealers
Department of Commerce expands tariffs on steel and aluminum
The expansion now reaches beyond raw metals to a variety of finished goods, meaning powersports parts and accessories could fall…
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Dealers
MIC warns of tariff impact amid strong U.S. Q2 growth and global trade tensions
The MIC is warning that recently imposed and expanded U.S. tariffs could carry serious consequences for the powersports sector, even…
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e-bike
MIC appoints Martins as new EV director
Henrique Martins is MIC's newest director of EV policy and infrastructure, bringing with him 25 years of experience in regulatory…
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Motorcycle
EU announces possible $107 billion response to US tariffs
The new measure would slap duties of 25% on U.S. imports amounting to $23.5 billion, which includes motorcycles and other…
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Dealers
Goldman, other U.S. economic forecasts more dire as tariff impacts becoming a reality
Josh Schafer of Yahoo Finance recently reported that Goldman Sachs is among the financial firms worried about the U.S. economy…
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Dealers
MIC: What will taxes on imports mean for powersports?
MIC seeks input from members and leaders across powersports on what these new taxes will do to their businesses.
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Motorcycle
Mexican motorcycle sales surge to 1.85 million units in 2024
According to data from AMFIM, the Mexican motorcycle industry achieved record-breaking sales in 2024, with 1.85 million units sold from brands such…
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Dealers
Trump administration goes ahead with tariffs after month-long pause
President Donald Trump said last month that he was imposing tariffs on Canada and Mexico, our North American allies and…
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Dealers
Moto Canada: Tariffs pose significant risk to powersports industry
The Canadian powersports association says it understands and supports a strong Canadian response. However, if enacted, counter-tariffs on motorcycles and…
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Dealers
Dockworkers return as ports re-open, but automation looms
The Maritime Alliance increased its offer amid public pressure from the Biden administration to submit a contract offering higher wages.
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Motorcycle
Panelists demand action on outdoor recreation industry policy threats
Industry stakeholders emphasized that ongoing trade disruptions and the expiration of essential trade programs, such as the Generalized System of…
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