Powersports Business articles from September 2006

Powersports Business archives from September 2006

Benefit cost increases: it's enough to make you sick; Here's how dealers are coping with, according to a national survey, one of their biggest concerns: rising benefit costs.(NEWS)
September 4, 2006... While much has been written about competition from big box retailers, the flow of low-priced goods from Asia and the ability of the Internet to constantly create additional competitors, a top area of concern cited by powersports dealers...

Cross wants KTM share buy-back.(HOTNEWS)
September 4, 2006... Austrian investment company Cross Industries AG wants to buy back a portion of the shares of KTM Power Sports AG bought by Polaris Industries' Austrian subsidiary in 2005. "We have agreed on an option that will allow us to buy back shares...

New York joins 'Justice for All'.(American Motorcyclist Association)(Brief article)
September 4, 2006... New York has enacted a law supporting the goals of the American Motorcyclist Association's "Justice for All" campaign. New York AB-4914, signed into law by Gov. George Pataki on Aug. 16, authorizes mandatory revocation and suspension of...

New Snell board member.(Snell Memorial Foundation appoints Dr. Thomas Gennarelli)(Brief article)
September 4, 2006... The Snell Memorial Foundation's Board of Directors recently announced a new member, Dr. Thomas Gennarelli. Dr. Gennarelli, a clinician and researcher in the field of traumatic head injuries, has been a consultant or special advisor to 20...

ORBA V.P. testifies.(Off-Road Business Association's Jim McGarvie)(Brief article)
September 4, 2006... Appearing at the invitation of Congressman Richard Pombo, chairman of the House Committee on Resources, Off-Road Business Association (ORBA) Vice President Jim McGarvie recently testified at a field hearing on "the importance of border security...

Rucker adds national sales REP.(HOTNEWS)
September 4, 2006... Rucker Performance, Fort Worth, Texas, named former American IronHorse Motor Company employee Jason Meyer as national sales representative. Meyer's new position involves overseeing dealer relations, special events and new dealer...

Motorcycle stamps introduced.(HOTNEWS)
September 4, 2006... The first of 85 million classic "American Motorcycles" commemorative stamps were revealed Aug. 7 at the 66th Sturgis Motorcycle Rally. The stamps became available for purchase last month. The 1918 Cleveland, 1940 Indian Four and 1965...

Eaglerider opens new location in Florida.(HOTNEWS)
September 4, 2006... EagleRider plans to open a new location in Madeira Beach, Fla., between Clearwater and St. Petersburg. The founders of the new EagleRider franchise are Terry Frober and Jerry Leach. "This is such an ideal place to ride a Harley-Davidson,"...

Bush visits Harley plant.(HOTNEWS)
September 4, 2006... President Bush stopped at Harley-Davidson's manufacturing plant in York, Penn., on Aug. 16 to take a tour of the facility and participate in a roundtable on the economy. The sessions were not open to the public. Bush wasn't the first...

Kawasaki teams up with Cabela's: five Cabela's will become "full-service" dealerships.
September 4, 2006... Kawasaki Motors Corp., USA plans to sell ATVs, Mule utility vehicles and associated parts and accessories at select Cabela's stores. The two companies recently entered into an agreement making five Cabela's showrooms "authorized...

ATV sales: numbers might be misleading; The MIC sales decrease may not be a true sign of the industry's health, industry officials say.
September 4, 2006... The fact that sales of ATVs sold by major manufacturers were down in 2005 is indisputable. What it means for the industry is anything but. Data from the companies reporting to the Motorcycle Industry Council (MIC) showed a 4 percent decline...

UTVs take some of ATV's thunder: dealers believe more ATV sales are being lost to the UTV buyer, national survey finds.
September 4, 2006... Dealers from across the nation are noticing a bigger impact from utility vehicles (UTVs) on ATV sales, which appear to be down slightly or at best flat this year. That's one of the findings of a national survey of 150 dealers conducted by...

New form of trail access helps ATV/UTV & mini-quad sales: company sells access pass to private trails.
September 4, 2006... Ask Chris Connelly about his business, TrailPass. "The concept of it is not hard to get," he said. ATVers go to their local dealer and spend $75 for a pass that gives them access to private trails in 11 states, with more to come in six more...

The MIC numbers: traditional U.S. ATV market slows.
September 4, 2006... Depending on one's perspective, the ATV market in the United States is either accelerating or slowing down. For dealerships and traditional OEMs, the latter could be a popular perception as Motorcycle Industry Council (MIC) data on sales of...

Firms team up for dealer services: RPM Group and Dealership University will work together on two projects.
September 4, 2006... Two companies are working together to provide dealers easier access to training opportunities and a new approach at hiring salespeople. RPM Group, the largest 20 Group company in the industry, and Dealership University (DU), a training...

Q & A with Ducati's CEO.(Federico Minoli)(Interview)
September 4, 2006... SALT LAKE CITY, Utah -- Federico Minoli, Ducati's chairman and CEO, sat down with Powersports Business to talk about events of the past year, including the Italian company's new owners and what steps the company will take to become more...

'We're placing our bets on U.S. market': Ducati execs anticipate big 2007 with new product and dealer programs.(NEWS)
September 4, 2006... SALT LAKE CITY, Utah -- Two CEOs, normally separated by thousands of miles, stood side-by-side, merely inches away from it. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] A few feet away stood almost 90 percent of the 160-plus Ducati North America dealer...

Ducati opts out of superbike series for 2007.(NEWS)(Brief article)
September 4, 2006... SALT LAKE CITY, Utah -- Ducati North America will cease having a factory team in the AMA Superbike Championship at the end of this season, the company announced during its national dealer meeting. The decision will be re-examined in the...

The big box factor on overzealous regulations.(OPINION)
September 4, 2006... The continuing presence of powersports vehicles in big box retail locations is largely a divisive issue in this industry. The issue surfaced again recently when Cabela's announced the addition of Kawasaki ATVs to some of its U.S. stores....

KHI: consumer products a 'core' business.(FINANCIAL)
September 4, 2006... Tadaharu Ohashi, president of Japan's Kawasaki Heavy Industries, Ltd. (KHI), says the company's consumer products division has been selected as a "core" business deserving increased investment. KHI's businesses include shipbuilding, plant...

H-D turns to 'HOG' on NYSE.(DIGEST)
September 4, 2006... Harley-Davidson, Inc. is getting a new ticker symbol: HOG. The U.S. producer of heavy-weight motorcycles, whose products have long been known as "hogs," changed its New York Stock Exchange ticker symbol from HDI to HOG, effective with the...

Fairchild Corp. fields offer to go private.(DIGEST)
September 4, 2006... Powersports apparel and accessories supplier Fairchild Corporation, McLean, Va., has received a $68 million acquisition offer that would take the company private. Fairchild, which also operates in the aerospace industry, said the offer...

UTI announces senior executive promotion.(DIGEST)
September 4, 2006... Universal Technical Institute, Inc., a provider of technical education training, announced the promotion of Sherrell Smith to senior vice president of operations, responsible for all campus operations and educational services. UTI offers...

Arkona revenue up, income down.(Brief article)
September 4, 2006... Arkona, Inc., a Salt Lake City-based supplier of business management solutions to power-sports dealerships, said revenue for its first quarter ended June 30 was $2.97 million, up from $2.52 million during the same three-month period in 2005....

Patriot signs with Textron, approved by GEICO.(DIGEST)
September 4, 2006... Patriot Motor Corporation, parent company of Patriot Motorcycle Corporation, has established a dealer-flooring program with the financial division of Textron, Inc., for its Steed brand of V-twin motorcycles. In related news, Patriot also...

Market watch.(POWERSPORTS BUSINESS STOCK MARKET WATCH)
September 4, 2006... MARKET WATCH Change 8/17/06 from 7/28 % Change Powersports Business Index [up arrow] 108.989 1.172 0.01% Dow Jones Index ...

Stock market activity.(POWERSPORTS BUSINESS STOCK MARKET WATCH)
September 4, 2006... Source. A.G. Edwards & Sons, Inc. [GRAPHIC OMITTED]

Powersports Business winners and losers.(Statistical table)(Brief article)
September 4, 2006... POWERSPORTS BUSINESS WINNERS AND LOSERS Stock Price Percent Company Ticker 08/17/06 Change Featherlite, Inc. FTHR $6.33 47.9% Fairchild Corp. ...

Foreign currency exchange.(POWERSPORTS BUSINESS STOCK MARKET WATCH)
September 4, 2006... FOREIGN CURRENCY EXCHANGE Baseline 8/17/06 1 Month Ago 6 Months Ago Ticker Price Price % Change Price Australian Dollar ad.fx 1.31 1.34 1.9% 1.35...

Powersports Business stocks.(Statistical table)
September 4, 2006... POWERSPORTS BUSINESS STOCKS POWERSPORTS BUSINESS INDEX COMPONENTS Stock Price Price Company Ticker 8/17/06 07/17/06 Arctic Cat, Inc. ACAT $18.47...

JAMA: 37.26 million units sold in 2005.(Japan Automobile Manufacturers Association)(Brief article)
September 4, 2006... The Japan Automobile Manufacturers Association (JAMA) says nearly 40 million two-wheelers were produced and approximately 37.26 million two-wheelers were sold worldwide in 2005. According to JAMA, global motorcycle production reached nearly...

Germany's cycle sales drop 24 percent in June.(FINANCIAL)
September 4, 2006... Motorcycle sales in Germany in June totaled 18,674 units, down 24 percent from 24,600 units retailed in June 2005, according to the Federal Bureau of Motor Vehicles and Drivers (KBA). The organization said sales for the six months ended...

U.K. two-wheeler sales down 8 percent in June.(Motor Cycle Industry Association reports )(Brief article)
September 4, 2006... Two-wheeler sales in the United Kingdom in June totaled 14,227 units, down 8 percent from the 15,525 units retailed in June 2005, according to trade group Motor Cycle Industry Association (MCI). While motorcycle sales dropped 5 percent to...

Italy's two-wheeler sales down 6.7 percent in July.(Brief article)
September 4, 2006... Sales of two-wheelers in Italy in July dropped 6.7 percent or 7,000 units compared to sales in July 2005, according to motorcycle association Confindustria ANCMA. While motorcycle sales slid a mere 0.8 percent, scooter sales dropped 9.2...

New two-wheeler sales in Taiwan down 9.3 percent in July.(Brief article)
September 4, 2006... Sales of two-wheelers in Taiwan in July dropped 9.3 percent compared to sales in July 2005. China's Ministry of Transportation and Communications (MOTC) says economic factors negatively influenced consumer financing, which in turn played a...

Brazil production: 804,198 units in seven months.(Brief article)
September 4, 2006... Brazil's motorcycle manufacturers produced 804,198 units from January through July, a 17.5 percent increase from the 684,653 units built during the same seven-month period in 2005. Brazil, the fifth largest motorcycle market in the world,...

Expectations differ on coming season.(snowmobiles market )
September 4, 2006... After years of declining sales, snowmobile OEMs have set their sights a little lower this year as they hope to maintain market share. Fall programs set the stage for snowmobile sales as dealers gear up for the season and buyers in the northern...

Women's sled fashion evolves.(PSB FOCUS: Snowmobiles)
September 4, 2006... For decades, the bibs drop seat was the lone concession to women's snowmobile clothing. Other than that decidedly unfashionable device, women were all but ignored, left to purchase men's small sizes or cut-down garments repackaged for women....

OEMs find snow, and sales, in Europe, Russia.(PSB FOCUS: Snowmobiles)
September 4, 2006... Worldwide snowmobile sales remain gloomy, but growing demand in Russia and Scandinavia offers a sprinkling of sunshine amid the bad news. For the 2005-2006 selling season, worldwide snowmobile sales dipped 5 percent to 164,860 units,...

Can renting sleds build sales in U.S.?
September 4, 2006... New snowmobile sales were down again in 2005-'06. At this point, that's not exactly ground-breaking information. So how can the industry start moving units? One possible idea is to introduce potential first-time buyers to the sport through...

Altimate Energy.(PRODUCT SHOWCASE)
September 4, 2006... The new lace-up Energy boot from Altimate features a three-color TPR sole, heat reflecting Mylar shell, Nubuck pvc upper with comfort cuff, snowproof membrane, Hi tech 8 inner component liner with web handle for easy entry, Thermolite...

Castle Ladies Switch.(PRODUCT SHOWCASE)
September 4, 2006... The 2007 Ladies Switch Jacket features 420D high tenacity nylon shell. REISSA Waterproof/Breathable. 2.5oz Thermolite Active Insulate shell, 2.5oz Thermolite Active Removable Liner. YKK Waterproof main zip. Zippered chest, under-arm and back...

K & N Engineering, Inc.(PRODUCT SHOWCASE)
September 4, 2006... K & N's selection of Universal High-Flow Clamp-On Filters are ideal for any Extreme Snowmobiler, Snow-Crosser or Grass Drag Racer. Combine this with the use of a K & N Dry-Charger for increased air induction performance and protection. ...

Woody's Grip Kit.(PRODUCT SHOWCASE)
September 4, 2006... Woody's Traction and Control Products' new Grip Kit is pre-packaged and contains the exact amount of 5/16" studs, the accurate amount of aluminum Round Digger and/or Double Digger support plates, nuts, a track marker and a track drill. Kits are...

PowerMadd Handguard Gauntlet.(PRODUCT SHOWCASE)
September 4, 2006... PowerMadd's Handguard Gauntlet provides complete, yet safe, protection for your hands from the cold, rain, mud, and snow. The design utilizes the handguard for support which allows the gauntlet to remain in an open position. This gives the...

HMK Cruiser 2 Women's boot.(PRODUCT SHOWCASE)
September 4, 2006... HMK will donate 5 percent of each Cruiser 2 Women's boot sales to Pink Ribbon Riders to help spread awareness and prevention of breast cancer. Made with all-weather water-resistant TPU construction, a synthetic leather and textile shell, the...

Arctiva women's Tempest jacket.(PRODUCT SHOWCASE)
September 4, 2006... With a suggested retail price of $200, the three in one Tempest jacket features a removable insulated inner jacket that can be worn as a jacket by itself. Outer shell portion is waterproof/breathable/windproof, made of mini rip-stop nylon with...

Caliber Grip Glides.(PRODUCT SHOWCASE)
September 4, 2006... Caliber, the designer and manufacturer of trailer accessories including Trax Mat, Multi Glides and Flex Glides, has a new innovation: Trailer Ramp Grip Glides. Caliber Grip Glides deliver a friction-free glide surface for open-frame ramps on...

ORBA adds 21 members.(Off-Road Business Association)(Brief article)
September 4, 2006... Twenty-one companies recently joined the Off-Road Business Association, a trade group composed of off-road related businesses united to promote common goals that support the prosperity and growth of the off-road industry. [ILLUSTRATION...

BlueRibbon annual meeting slated for Sept. 23.(BlueRibbon Coalition)(Brief article)
September 4, 2006... The BlueRibbon Coalition's Board of Directors plan to consider proposed amendments to the organization's Articles of Incorporation and bylaws during a meeting Sept. 23 in Pocatello, Idaho. The fall board meeting includes a schedule to...

Chinese rivals shape Taiwan's ATV offerings.(ATV Report)
September 4, 2006... Taiwan's major ATV manufacturers say the pricing of small displacement quads built in mainland China has been a force fueling the island nation's producers into developing larger displacement models. Representatives of Kwang Yang Motor...

Polaris T.R.A.I.L.S., round 2.(Polaris Industries Inc.'s Trail Development, Responsible Riding, Access, Initiatives, Lobbying and Safety)(Brief article)
September 4, 2006... Polaris Industries recently offered $125,871 to 13 organizations in 12 states as part of the company's T.R.A.I.L.S. grant program. T.R.A.I.L.S. stands for: Trail Development, Responsible Riding, Access, Initiatives, Lobbying and Safety....

Florida updates ATV laws.(ATV Report)
September 4, 2006... Laws are about to change for ATV riders in Florida. At the moment, ATVs are banned on Florida's roads, but come Oct. 1, a new statute will allow them on unpaved public roads where the speed limit is less than 35 mph. The statute has...

A controversial ATV proposal: some dealers think one of the proposed ATV regulation changes is unfair.
September 4, 2006... The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has proposed changes to federal ATV safety and manufacturing standards. One of these controversial changes requires consumers to sign a document at the point of sale acknowledging the potential...

Pro Power.(World of Powersports Inc.'s Matthew and Mark Jackson)(Interview)
September 4, 2006... CONTACT World of Powersports, Inc. 2635 N. 22nd Street Decatur, III. 800/432-8937 www.worldofpowersports.com OWNERS Matthew and Mark Jackson BUSINESS PROFILE With more than 75 employees, World of...

Pro Power.(Pro Italia Motorcycles)
September 4, 2006... CONTACT Pro Italia Motorcycles Pro Italia Los Angeles 3319 North Verdugo Road Glendale, Calif. 818-249-5707 Pro Italia Santa Barbara 320 West Carrillo St. Santa Barbara, Calif. 805-884-8443 ...

WyoTech celebrates new facility.(Cycle Report)
September 4, 2006... A number of representatives of the powersports industry in Southern California stopped by WyoTech Fremont on Aug. 19 for an open house celebrating the educational institution's new state-of-the-art motorcycle technology training facility. ...

Griffith Park Sidecar Rally scheduled for Oct. 22.(Brief article)
September 4, 2006... Learn all about sidecars and see some of the most unusual hacks in the world at the 35th annual Griffith Park Sidecar Rally, scheduled for Oct. 22 at Crystal Springs Picnic Area in Los Angeles' Griffith Park. Presented by Side Strider,...

Team Sheriff rides Honda.(Cycle Report)
September 4, 2006... American Honda donated two Honda CBR600RR motorcycles to L. A. County based Team Sheriff Racing, Inc., a unique law enforcement outreach program designed to provide youth and adult motorcycle riders with alternatives to unlicensed motorcycle...

Cycle Barn sets speed record with ZX-14.(Cycle Report)
September 4, 2006... The Lynwood Cycle Barn in Lynwood, Wash., has a new way to increase store traffic--a world record-setting motorcycle. The Cycle Barn MotorSports Group, in cooperation with Faulkner-Livingston, recently set a world record for the fastest...

Florida cycle theft gang nabbed.(Cycle Report)
September 4, 2006... Motorcycle retailers and riders in South Florida can feel a bit more secure when parking their bikes in public following recent arrests in Broward and Miami-Dade counties. A year-long investigation into a motorcycle theft ring ended August...

A change at the top for AIH: former CEO Garland expects his successor to continue dealer buildup.(MOTORCYCLE)
September 4, 2006... Wil Garland's two-year reign as American IronHorse (AIH) CEO ended with an offer that was "too good to turn down," the AIH executive said in an interview with Powersports Business. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Garland was slated to leave the...

H-D donates $1 million, offers special models.(MOTORCYCLE)
September 4, 2006... Harley-Davidson presented the Disabled American Veterans (DAV) a $1 million donation in support of the services provided to America's veterans. The Harley-Davidson Foundation, Inc. presented the funds Aug. 15 at DAV's national convention...

MIC, AMA: EPA regulations positive for industry; Recent 'Letter of Guidance' clarifies federal position.(MOTORCYCLE)
September 4, 2006... The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has adopted an on-highway motorcycle engine emissions certification option that allows a small volume manufacturer, custom builder, assembler or individual to purchase and install an engine that...

Snell updates M2005 list.(Snell Memorial Foundation)
September 4, 2006... Snell Memorial Foundation's M2005 Standard presents methods for identifying motorcycle helmet models that meet specified standards for impact protection and retention system strength. Manufacturers voluntarily submit helmets to be tested to...

Helmet use varies across country.
September 4, 2006... In the early 1970s, virtually all states had laws requiring all motorcyclists to wear helmets. But Illinois repealed its law in 1970 and, by 1980, many states had abandoned or substantially limited helmet laws, usually restricting coverage to...

Made in China PWC rumored to be on their way.(personal watercraft)
September 4, 2006... Rumors continue to swirl over the possibility of Chinese-manufactured PWC potentially entering the U.S. marketplace. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] China already is in the early stages of entering the world auto market, reportedly bringing...

Ocean Pro returns.(PWC Report)
September 4, 2006... Ocean Pro Engineering, in business since 1977, was a household performance name during the sport's aftermarket heyday but has since had a diminished role in the industry. But the company now appears poised to make a potential comeback. ...

Top racer's departure fuels Hydrospace rumors: nevertheless, company still on track, says U.S. distributor.(PWC)
September 4, 2006... Hydrospace, the Austrian manufacturer of the industry's first production four-stroke stand-up personal watercraft, unexpectedly terminated the company's contract with high-profile race team leader Chris MacClugage in mid-August. As is...

PowerSki: ramp-up continues.(PWC)(Brief article)
September 4, 2006... Officials at PowerSki International Corporation (PSI) say they are continuing to ramp up stock of the Powerski Jetboard Igniter 330s. To date, PSI has manufactured, assembled and shipped approximately 190 PowerSki JetBoards from its San...

Hidden value in your store.(Jon Bertolino's 'Vintage Snowmobilia')(Brief article)
September 4, 2006... The back room of your dealership may have more value than you think. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] According to the new book "Vintage Snowmobilia" by Jon Bertolino, vintage dealer signs and display material can fetch prices of more than...

Books released.(Canada's Best Snowmobiling--Your Ultimate Travel Guide)(Illustrated Guide to Snowmobile Racing)(Brief article)(Book review)
September 4, 2006... Two more snowmobile-related books became available this summer. The "Illustrated Guide to Snowmobile Racing," by Linda and David Aksomitis, was released in July. The book gives a historic overview of snowmobile racing and race machines, as well...

It's show time.(Snowmobiles)(Brief article)
September 4, 2006... The fall snowmobile consumer show season will officially kick off in the beginning of September and go through November. Here's a list of major events, including two organized by AGI Events, whose parent company also owns Powersports Business....

Five join Polaris Hall of Fame.(Polaris Industries Inc.)(Company overview)(Brief article)
September 4, 2006... Five new inductees are part of the Polaris Hall of Fame. The inductees include: * Ed Skomoroh, a company officer from 1982 through his retirement in 2000. As vice president of sales and marketing, he introduced numerous innovative programs...

Haydays, September 9-10.(Sno-Barons Snowmobile Club)(Brief article)
September 4, 2006... The 40th annual Haydays Grass Drags and Swap Meet is scheduled for Sept. 9-10 in Forest Lake, Minn. Often referred to as "the official start of winter for the snowmobile market," the event last year attracted more than 40,000 visitors, 140...

Growing sales in a down market.(Arctic Cat Inc.)(Choko Design International Inc.)(Bikeman Performance Inc.)
September 4, 2006... A quick look at recent stats makes the snowmobile business look like it's going out of business: sales decreases, multiple low-snow seasons and shocking quarterly earnings results. The good news: there's still money in snowmobiling, and...

Polaris, MTM extend relationship with Mercury Castings.(DIGEST)
September 4, 2006... Mercury Castings, a division of Mercury Marine, has reached a long-term agreement with Polaris Industries and Manitowoc Tool & Machine for die-cast production of components attached to Polaris ATVs. The agreement encompasses existing...

PKC buys BRP supplier Electro Canada.(DIGEST)
September 4, 2006... Finnish cabling group PKC plans to spend nearly Euro 9.5 million to buy wiring harness producer Electro Canada Ltd. and the shares of Electro Canada SA de CV and Electro USA, Inc. PKC says the deal makes it the main global supplier of...

VP Racing Fuels restructures senior management.(DIGEST)
September 4, 2006... Steve Burns, founder, principal owner and Director of Research and Development for VP Racing Fuels, Inc., has reassumed the position of president and CEO, replacing Fred Morrison. Morrison, president of the company since 1985, recently left VP....

An expanding national presence: Western Power Sports is continuing to look at ways of growing its reach.
September 4, 2006... BOISE, Idaho -- Western Power Sports' ongoing transition from a regional distributor to a national one will accelerate in the near future with planned expansions in facilities and personnel. The Boise, Idaho-based distributor held its...

FMF Racing's unique partnership expands.(AFTERMARKET)
September 4, 2006... BOISE, Idaho -- FMF Racing's partnership with a European aftermarket company--a rare alliance for the California-based manufacturer--is continuing to evolve. FMF National Sales Manager Doug Muellner said STM, an Italian company known for...

S and W sees positive gains from F & I kiosk.
September 4, 2006... Additional finance options have helped S & W, an Alabama dealership involved in a year-long effort to modernize its business, build up its F & I business. S & W recently had a F & I kiosk placed in its dealership. The kiosk, which is run...

They're growing with Western.(Western Power Sports')
September 4, 2006... BOISE, Idaho -- Several of Western Power Sports' vendors have grown as rapidly or, in some cases, more rapidly than the distributor. Here's a look at some of those companies that were at WPS' national sales meeting on Aug. 14-17: COMETIC...

Shopping PG & A from a consumer's viewpoint.
September 4, 2006... This series of articles recaps a portion of the opportunities that were uncovered by Gart Sutton and Associates' powersports specialists during consulting visits. These opportunities are followed by recommended actions that address the...