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Getting a jump on its 80th anniversary Vespa celebrated on the world’s biggest stage, the 111th edition of EICMA.
While not exactly Cary Grant and Audrey Hepburn, a Roman Holiday is set for Vespa’s 80th anniversary.
National Powersport Auctions (NPA) kicked off its European expansion at EICMA.
Moto Morini returned to its roots at EICMA, unveiling its updated take on one of its more iconic models of the past: The Kanguro.
KLIM continues in its quest to redefine rider protection with the global debut of its “Rogue” integrated armor system at EICMA.
Shifting Gears
Piaggio Group Americas added industry veteran Shahin Alvandi to the team just in time for EICMA. Alvandi stepped in as the new West Coast Regional Sales Manager.
Let the good times roll! Industry veteran Paul Riffle’s journey has taken him from eCommerce pioneer to the OEM ranks.
Land use advocate and long-time go-to guy at the dealership level Ted Cabral brings decades of powersports experience to the ZiiDMS team.
Dream job! “I’ve officially started my new role as Membership Coordinator at the Motorcycle Industry Council (MIC),” says Daniel Dégallier.
As part of the go-forward plan, Carolwood has tabbed Mike Kennedy to serve as CEO of the new independent Indian Motorcycle organization once the deal closes.
VESPA TURNS 80 #FlashbackFriday Getting a jump on its 80th anniversary Vespa celebrated on the world’s biggest stage, the 111th edition of Eicma. This iconic scooter has evolved into 160+ different models over time, but all paying tribute to (the design patent filed on 23rd April 1946. Vespa looks back at its legacy with a special commemorative Primavera and GTS models revisiting elements of the original bike’s unique, inimitable style. Subscribe To #Dealernews To See The Full Story: https://dealernews.com/Home/post/vespa-turns-80/
#ShiftingGears PIAGGIO PERSONNEL POST Piaggio Group Americas added industry veteran Shahin Alvandi to the team just in time for Eicma. Alvandi stepped in as the new West Coast Regional Sales Manager. Most recently GM for legendary SoCal dealership Pro Italia and MotoCorsa in Portland before that. However he actually started as the Sales & Finance Manager at Seminole Harley-Davidson. Subscribe To #Dealernews To See The Full Story: https://dealernews.com/Home/post/shifting-gears-piaggio-personnel-post/
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