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The clock is ticking on “The Final Countdown” — but we are talking about something more timely than one-hit-wonder 80s Hair Band Europe.
In advance of AIMExpo, BRP (Booth # 1859) busted out its “Electric Rebellion” marketing blitz for the Can-Am Pulse and Origin electric motorcycles.
Citing factors like “improved collaboration with key partners worldwide,” Zero is shifting its headquarters from Scotts Valley, CA to Amsterdam.
Shifting Gears
While the bombshell dropped that Sullivans had sold to LeMans Corp. and the rockets’ red glare announced Joe Rocket was reuniting with its Canadian roots, Parts Unlimited continued its hiring spree.
Prior to picking up Sullivans, Parts Unlimited added to its rep force. Tim Queen is now calling on dealers in the Central East Region covering southern Pennsylvania and West Virginia.
Citing a need to restore confidence in the company, KYMCO USA, Inc. has brought in a couple familiar faces. Frank Yang stepped up as Interim CEO effective October 30, 2025, marking a renewed commitment to the brand’s future in the United States. Yang’s order of business was to bring back former KYMCO USA Vice President Joe Wofford — AKA “KYMCO Joe” — as the new Senior Vice President.
THE FINAL COUNTDOWN! The clock is ticking on "The Final Countdown" — but we are talking about something more timely than one-hit-wonder 80s Hair Band Europe. This deadline is for Dealers to get registered for AIMExpo without having to pay the onsite late fees. In just a few weeks, thousands of industry pros and hundreds of OEMs, distributors and top aftermarket brands take over the Anaheim Convention Center for #AIMExpo2026! Get ready for new product reveals, game-changing education and nonstop networking with the people shaping the future of our industry. Subscribe To #Dealernews To See The Full Story: https://dealernews.com/Home/post/the-final-countdown/
#happybirthday to former Dealernews publisher, OEM exec, SCPBRA stalwart and all-around good guy Mike Vaughan! Thank you for your service.. and for the time you spent in the trenches with DN.
#SHIFTINGGEARS AT PARTS UNLIMITED While the bombshell dropped that Sullivans Inc had sold to LeMans Corporation and the rockets' red glare announced JOE ROCKET MOTORCYCLE APPAREL was reuniting with its Canadian roots, Parts Unlimited continued its hiring spree. As the newest sales rep for the Northeast Region, Brooks Laisi is calling on dealers in central Connecticut, Rhode Island and Massachusetts. Subscribe To #Dealernews To See The Full Story: https://dealernews.com/Home/post/shifting-gears-at-parts-unlimited-2/
PARTY TIME! Nothing like getting into the holiday spirit at a dealership, so Triumph Motorcycles is inviting riders to come to their dealers and join the fun on a nationwide day of good cheer with great motorcycles! The Triumph National Dealership Holiday Parties, hosted at participating dealerships across the United States and Canada, takes place on Saturday, December 13th, 2025. The plan is to give riders and Triumph enthusiasts the perfect excuse to visit their local Triumph dealership while they’re wrapping up their shopping. Subscribe To #Dealernews To See The Full Story: https://dealernews.com/Home/post/party-time/
Dealer News: under new ownership at Towers' Quad Cities Harley-Davidson
Motorcycle Industry Council is hiring! Help wanted in Washington, DC according to this Motorcycle Industry Jobs posting:
MOTUL TO BACK MOTOGP THROUGH 2030 Motul (Booth #1508 at AIMExpo) has been a proud partner of the world’s most prestigious motorcycle championship, MotoGP for more than 15 years, so it makes sense they would renew the support of the series... This long-term collaboration aims to reinforce Motul’s global brand awareness and further strengthen its leading position in powersport. In addition to the series, Motul has also locked down title sponsorship of the Motul Japan Grand Prix and the Motul Valencia Grand Prix. To further demonstrate its unwavering commitment to motorsport, Motul announces the renewal of its partnership with the FIM Superbike World Championship for the next five years, reinforcing its global engagement with fans, teams, media and markets through key activations across the championship calendar. Subscribe To #Dealernews To See The Full Story: https://dealernews.com/Home/post/motul-to-back-motogp-through-2030/
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Milan returns as the world capital of two wheels as the 82nd edition of EICMA — Esposizione Internazionale Ciclo Motociclo e Accessori,— goes off this week!
Fresh from its recent successes in the Motocross World Championship with Romain Febvre, Just1 Racing, will showcase its full range of helmets from its 2026 catalog at EICMA.
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.




























