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Dealers
Editor’s column: Why dealers belong on Capitol Hill this year
If the past 18 months have taught powersports dealers anything, it’s this: the biggest threats to your business aren’t always…
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Motorcycle
Kansas enacts Motorsports Venue Protection Act as Wisconsin veto highlights divide
Momentum for “Right-to-Race” legislation continued in Kansas while facing a setback in Wisconsin, underscoring a growing divide among states over…
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UTV
ORBA relaunches with expanded advocacy strategy, new leadership and industry tools
The relaunch comes at a time when access to public lands remains a critical issue for the powersports industry, making…
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Motorcycle
MIC’s 2026 Capitol Hill Fly-In open for registration
MIC members are encouraged to register for the 2026 Capitol Hill Fly-In that will take place May 18-19 in Washington,…
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ATV
Public land sale provision cut from megabill after pushback and industry advocacy
While the immediate threat has been neutralized, stakeholders say they will remain vigilant as Senator Lee has pledged to continue…
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Motorcycle
Motorcycle industry unites on Capitol Hill for 2025 Ride to Work Day
The event marks a growing collaboration between the AMA, MIC, and federal leaders to ensure that motorcycles — and those…
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ATV
Court rules against California agency’s off-roading ban
The California Coastal Commission overstepped its authority by banning off-road vehicles from driving through Oceano Dunes on California’s Central Coast,…
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Dealers
MIC seeks dealers and companies to lobby for industry in D.C.
There may be no more important time in recent years for powersports companies and dealerships to speak about their key…
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Legal Experts
AIMExpo to host Powersports Performance & Compliance roundtable
A roundtable discussion covering state and federal regulations and why it’s crucial to pay attention will take place at AIMExpo…
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Latest News
Congress passes EXPLORE Act, expanding outdoor recreational opportunities
The EXPLORE Act is a groundbreaking step forward in enhancing outdoor opportunities, economic vitality, and equitable access to public lands.…
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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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Dealers
MIC: Powersports supply chains at risk in dockworker strike
About 45,000 dockworkers have gone on strike for the first time in decades at 36 U.S. ports from Maine to…
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Motorcycle
European motorcycle associations gather with EU leaders
“Cultural and economic activity that supports hospitality, tourism and rural economies” was the hot and exciting topic of the meeting.
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Kawasaki
Kawasaki hosts California assemblymember at headquarters
The visit emphasized the importance of Kawasaki’s economic footprint to the region as well as the commitment of Assemblymember Dixon…
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Motorcycle
Congress celebrates AMA’s 100th anniversary with resolution
The Co-Chairs of the Congressional Motorcycle Caucus introduced H. Res. 1391 in the House of Representatives, honoring the anniversary.
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Motorcycle
AMA joins coalition in support of right to repair legislation
The Auto Care Association, on behalf of the AMA and other REPAIR Act stakeholders, urged Congress to pass the REPAIR…
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Dealers
Supreme Court overturns ‘Chevron deference’
Dating to a 1984 Supreme Court decision, Chevron's deference referred to the directive that federal courts accept the judgment of…
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Motorcycle
AMA joins legislative leaders on Ride To Work Day
An organized ride through Washington, D.C., emphasized awareness for motorcycles on the open road.
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Motorcycle
Minnesota becomes sixth state to pass lane-filtering into law
Minnesota is now the easternmost state to legalize lane filtering. It joins California, Utah, Montana, Arizona, and Colorado—which also signed…
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Latest News
U.S. Senate honors 50 years of MSF
10,000,000 motorcyclists have taken the Basic RiderCourse taught by MSF RiderCoaches in the last 50 years.
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