CONGERS, NY – May 14, 2013 – (Motor Sports Newswire) – Electric Moto Corporation, Inc. (OTCMarkets/Pink Sheets: EMOT) announced today that it had received official notification from the U.S. Patent Office that a second application “has been examined and is allowed for issuance as a patent.”
Brian Belton , Director of R&D for EMOT, explained that this is the second of the innovations that United States Alternative Energy, LLC. licensed exclusively to EMOT.
According to Belton, “The patent applications began almost three years ago. EMOT provided the capital for the technology, as well as for the various business services— legal and accounting— that were necessary.” Belton went on to describe this patent as applicable to the configuration and type of batteries that would be used with electric motors, one of the most significant areas of innovation in the evolution of electric vehicles. “The power system covered by this patent will increase length of battery life, increase longevity between charges, and greatly enhance top end power. These are among the most important factors that separate one electric vehicle from all the others.”
The prior patent was for a device that significantly increased the cooling capacity of the vehicles, which is additionally critical in enhancing the performance and longevity of electric motors and energy systems.
Robert J. Lancellotti , Chairman and Acting CEO of EMOT: “We are pleased to hear of the U.S. Patent Office’s decision. We believe that the patents will help us to complete strategic affiliations with like-minded individuals and companies, and we fully expect to grow Electric Moto Corporation as a result.”
About EMOT
EMOT is a leading technology and lifestyle company dedicated to the development, manufacturing and distribution of zero-emission vehicles and related products. The 72 Volt Dual Sport Gen 1 Electric Motorcycle, and its Gen 2 successor, lead the charge of EMOT’s “Green vehicles,” along with its “pit bike,” commuter motorcycle, scooter, electric bicycle, ATV, three-wheeled enclosed vehicle, and personal watercraft.
Statements contained in this communication that are not based upon current or historical fact are forward-looking in nature. Such forward-looking statements reflect current views of management with respect to future events and are subject to certain risks, uncertainties, and assumptions. Should one or more of these risks or uncertainties materialize or should underlying assumptions prove incorrect, actual results may vary materially from those described herein as anticipated, believed, estimated or expected, or described pursuant to similar expressions.
Contact: Robert J. Lancellotti
Chairman, Acting CEO
ElectricMoto Corporation, Inc. info@electricmoto.com
845-268-6687
Richard N. Beattie becomes company’s Chief Marketing and Sales Officer.
IRVINE, CA – May 2, 2013 – (Motor Sports Newswire) – Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. (KMC) today announced the hiring of Richard N. Beattie, an experienced automotive industry executive, to the new position of Chief Marketing and Sales Officer, reporting directly to Tak Teranishi, KMC President. Beattie will be responsible for marketing, sales, and product strategy for all of Kawasaki’s recreation and utility products in the United States, Central and South America. Team leaders Bill Jenkins, Chris Brull, and Shuji Yamazaki will report to him in his new role.
In addition to the hiring of Beattie, Jenkins was promoted from Vice President, Sales to Executive Vice President, Sales and Kris Carter, General Manager, Corporate Operations was promoted to Executive Vice President, Customer Services.
Beattie was responsible for marketing and sales at Jaguar Land Rover North America from 2002 to 2007, before taking over the position of Executive Vice President of Marketing and Sales for Jaguar North America in 2009. He also held the post of Chief Commercial Officer at Fisker Automotive, one of the first production plug-in hybrid electric vehicle companies.
Prior to this, he was VP Marketing, Sales, and Service at Lincoln Mercury, having risen through the ranks at Ford both in Europe and the United States, including a posting as President and CEO of Mazda’s North American operations. He brings a solid management record with premium and luxury automotive brands.
“Richard comes to our industry with credentials and experience that will build upon the strong progress KMC has made this year in growing our brand awareness and improving the quality of our market share,” said Teranishi.
Beattie owns and rides a touring motorcycle and also is an avid private pilot and a member of the Board of Directors of the Experimental Aircraft Association. He formerly served as a member of the Dean’s Advisory Council at the University of California Irvine Business School.
About Kawasaki
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. (KMC) markets and distributes Kawasaki motorcyles, ATVs, Side x Sides, and personal watercraft through a network of more than 1,200 independent retailers. KMC and its affiliates employ nearly 3,100 people in the United States, with 300 of them located at KMC’s Irvine, Calif. headquarters.
Kawasaki’s tagline, “Let the good times roll.™”, is recognized worldwide. For five decades, the Kawasaki brand has become synonymous with powerful, stylish and category-leading vehicles. Information about Kawasaki’s complete line of powersports products and Kawasaki affiliates can be found on the Internet at www.kawasaki.com.
COSTA MESA, CA – May 1, 2013 – (Motor Sports Newswire) – NADAguides, the leading resource for new and used vehicle pricing and specifications, announces that NADAguides Powersports data now includes five additional years of Motorcycle values. Beginning May 1, 2013, Motorcycle data will include 20 years of valuations ranging from model years 1994 to 2013. NADAguides Powersports Appraisal Guidebook and CONNECT digital solution provides values for motorcycles, sidecars, trailers, sports & utility ATVs, snowmobiles and personal watercraft.
NADAguides provides Powersports data through a variety of products including print guidebooks, digital solutions and integration. The appraisal guidebook is published three times per year with updated data while CONNECT, Web Services and WindowLink are updated six times per year.
CONNECT is a web-based digital solution with features including VIN decoder, ability to create custom hang tags with dealer add-ons and dealer logo, as well as inventory management features that allow printing and saving of itemized value reports that are updated automatically.
WindowLink, a web syndication product seamlessly implements NADAguides powersports data within your existing website design and layout.
Web Service is a backend integration product that implements NADAguides powersports data into your applications, platforms and/or website.
“With an additional five more years of values, our Powersports data becomes even more extensive than ever and with six updates a year, NADAguides is able to further ensure industry leaders that they have the most current and relevant data,” stated Don Christy, Jr. , President & CEO of NADAguides.
To learn more or to order CONNECT, WindowLlink or Web Service, contact NADAguides at 800.966.6232 or online at nadaguidesstore.com.
About NADAguides
NADAguides is the largest publisher of the most market-reflective vehicle pricing and information available for automotive, classic cars, motorcycles, boats, RVs and manufactured homes. NADAguides offers in-depth shopping and research tools including, a broad range of data, products and services, informational articles, as well as tips and advice. NADAguides also produces software, mobile applications, raw data, web services, web-syndicated products and print guidebooks. NADAguides is an alliance partner of NADA Services Corporation.
COMPTON, CA – December 4, 2012 – (Motor Sports Newswire) – Sudco International is your leading source for OEM quality Stock Replacement and Aftermarket High Performance Electrical Components for Current and Classic Japanese and British Motorcycles, ATVs and Personal Watercraft.
Sudco carries the industry’s leading brands including NGK Spark Plus and Ignition Cables, Nology Coils and Cables, Boyer-Branson Electronic Ignition Systems for Classic British Bikes, GS and Power Source Batteries, Dyna Performance Ignition Systems and Components, complete wiring harnesses and OEM Quality Ignition Stators, Starter Solenoids, Ignition Switches, Handlebar Switch Assemblies, Turn Signal Assemblies, Fuses and much more. Even it you don’t see it in Sudco’s Catalog, just give them a call, they’ve probably got it.
For additional information and to order, contact your local motorcycle parts dealer or Sudco direct. Dealers call Sudco for a copy of the Sudco Main Products Catalog featuring a compete line of stock replacement and high performance parts, including Keihin and Mikuni Carburetors, for dirt bikes, street bikes, ATVs and personal watercraft. The Catalog is also available digitally on their website. Sudco International, 2410 South Sequoia Drive, Compton CA 90220. Ph 1-310-637-8330 / www.Sudco.com.
VALCOURT, QUEBEC – September 24, 2012 – (Motor Sports Newswire) – BRP dealers and distributors from around the world gathered in Maryland, U.S. to attend the unveiling of model year 2013 Can-Am Spyder roadsters andSea-Doo watercraft. BRP also introduced two additional new products to its current 2013 Can-Am off-road line-up: the Can-Am Maverick sport side-by-side vehicle and a new Can-Am Outlander ATV.
The highlight of the Can-Am roadster line-up is the all-new sport-touring roadster. After the Can‑Am Spyder RS roadster in 2008 and the Spyder RT model in 2010, BRP is introducing its third model to the lineup: the Can-Am Spyder ST roadster: a sport touring vehicle with the right blend of comfort and sportiness to set it apart from the others. With its sport-touring rider ergonomics, added footboards for more legroom*, the same muscular Rotax 991 V-Twin engine and all BRP-renown safety features such as VSS, the Spyder ST roadster is as comfortable and nimble for a quick jaunt around town, as it is on a spirited ride on a favourite country lane, or a week-long getaway up the coast.
Innovations to the 2013 Can-Am roadster line-up also include the Brembo brake system specifically designed for Can-Am roadsters, a new suspension for better handling and performance and new front fenders with integrated LEDs for refined style and improved aerodynamics.**
“The Can-Am Spyder ST roadster complements the existing Spyder RS and Spyder RT line-ups perfectly,” said Yves Leduc, vice-president and general manager, North America division.”It offers confidence-inspiring handling and control, as well as a ride that’s as unique as it is exhilarating.”
Dealers and distributors also had a chance to try last week’s star of the Sand Sports Super Show in San Diego, California, where BRP unveiled its first sport side-by-side vehicle, the Can-Am Maverick. The new-from-the-ground-up Can-Am Maverick 1000R side-by-side vehicle is built to offer industry-leading 101 HP performance, precision-engineered handling and a driver-focused design unlike any sport side-by-side vehicle to date. Powered by a Rotax 1000R V-Twin powerpack that is unrivalled in the side-by-side vehicle market, the new Can-Am Maverick model offers the most powerful engine within the industry and leads its class in torque, acceleration and power-to-weight ratio. The Maverick side-by-side vehicle’s muscular set-up is complemented by a unique, sport-tuned front-and-rear suspension, a rigid frame with a centralized mid-engine layout, advanced ergonomics and a stunning design that make it stand out in a crowd.
“The Can-Am Maverick side-by-side vehicle is sure to please the most dedicated hardcore off-road sport enthusiasts with its unmatched and aggressive styling industry-leading performance, both of which unquestionably reflect the Can-Am brand,” said Chris Dawson, vice-president and general manager, International division.
Other features of the Maverick sport side-by-side vehicle include: high-flow dynamics, Intelligent Throttle Control (iTC), dual exhaust, continuously variable transmission (CVT) with Zylon reinforced drive belt, a steel frame engineered in way that it offers supreme traction, athletic agility and confidence-inspiring handling while at the same time offering improved rigidity versus the competition. A revolutionary and compact Torsional Trailing A-arms (TTA) independent rear suspension improves traction while also reducing unsprung weight and eliminating bump steer for extremely predictable handling. A strategically designed exterior gives the Maverick side-by-side vehicle its own look, while the innovative and purpose-built performance package rewards owners with unmatched comfort, convenience and safety. The Maverick side-by-side vehicle is made for recreational enjoyment, but also caters to true adventurists with its multi-function rear rack with LinQ system compatibility.
BRP also introduced its 2014 Can-Am Maverick MAX 4-seat model, available worldwide next summer.
Continuing with surprises, BRP also introduced an all-new Can-Am Outlander 650 X mr ATV, its newest hero for mud-riding enthusiasts. The 650 X mr ATV is every bit as tough and polished as the big-bore 1000 X mr model, but its ability to seamlessly cross over from the mud to the trails adds to its versatility and makes it a whole new breed in the industry.
Among BRP’s new Sea-Doo product updates is the GTI Limited 155 watercraft, a striking, luxurious watercraft in all-new Anthracite Grey colour. The GTI Limited 155 model comes with BRP’s industry-exclusive Intelligent Brake & Reverse (iBR) technology and cruise control with the Intelligent Throttle Control (iTC) system with ECO Mode for best fuel efficiency. BRP continues to push the water sports world with the only tow-specific watercraft with the 2013 Sea-Doo WAKE models. BRP’s award-winning Sea-Doo RXP-X 260 carries on the BRP performance heritage, leading the musclecraft benchmark with the new T3 hull and Ergolock system empowering riders to ride like pros with less effort.
“More than 800 on-site dealers and distributors were delighted to see how many innovations and new products were introduced during this meeting,” concluded Leduc. “It really shows our commitment to remain the leader in the industry and to provide our network with a variety of products to grow their business.”
For more information on the new Can-Am and Sea-Doo line-ups, please visit brp.com.
Bombardier Recreational Products Inc. (BRP), a privately held company, is a world leader in the design, development, manufacturing, distribution and marketing of motorised recreational vehicles. Its portfolio of brands and products includes: Ski-Doo and Lynx snowmobiles, Sea‑Doo watercraft and boats, Evinrude and Johnsonoutboard engines, Can-Am all‑terrain and side-by-side vehicles and roadsters, as well as Rotax engines. BRP products are distributed in more than 100 countries. BRP currently employs more than 6,000 people worldwide.
* Applies to all Can-Am roadster models, except base.
** Available on Spyder ST and Spyder RT specific SE5 packages.
Some models, equipment and accessories may not be available in all countries.
Sea-Doo, Ski-Doo, Lynx, Evinrude, Johnson, Can-Am, Rotax, iBR, iTC, ECO, Outlander X, Maverick, GTI, RXP, X, T3, Ergolock, LinQ and the BRP logo are trademarks of Bombardier Recreational Products Inc. or its affiliates. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
For information:
Johanne Denault
Manager, Corporate Communications
Tel: 450.532.5173 johanne.denault@brp.com
For products informations:
Canada & U.S.
Chaz Rice
Manager, Media and Public Relations, Can-Am
Tel: 450.532.5120 chaz.rice@brp.com
International:
Marc Lacroix
Marketing Director, International Product Management
Tel: 450.532.5023 marcr.lacroix@brp.com
Unique story to be told on SPEED and FUEL TV episodes.
IRVINE, CA – August 13, 2012 – (Motor Sports Newswire) – Early this year, thousands of drag racers chased the dream and entered Kawasaki’s nationally-promoted “Zero to Hero Challenge,” hoping for the opportunity to face-off against multi-time champion Rickey Gadson and take home a new Kawasaki Ninja® ZX™-14R. Beginning this week, the drama that led to the ultimate winner takes center stage on both SPEED and FUEL TV.
Both cable networks will treat viewers to an inside look at the process all contestants went through on their way to challenging Gadson on the Las Vegas Motor Speedway drag strip in May. The SPEED episodes begin this week, playing on-the-hour every hour during prime time. FUEL TV time slots are scheduled to get underway beginning Aug. 20.
Just getting there wasn’t easy.
Kawasaki’s call for entries drew more than 3,000 names and each submitted an essay describing “Why I am qualified to race Rickey Gadson.” These were all vetted and eventually eight semi-finalists were selected and their entries were posted on www.kawasaki.com, asking the public to vote for the final four who would board planes for Las Vegas.
The four—plus an alternate—were given the opportunity to participate in a two-day Rickey Gadson Drag Racing School at the famous venue, and each was then put through NHRA testing to qualify for ET Motorcycle Competition licenses. This then allowed them to take to the pavement for an official shot at one of the best known drag racers ever to don leathers.
Yes, one of the contestants went home with the new Kawasaki. But the story is as much related to the “how” as it is to the “who” in this unique competition. And the drama will play out over the course of the scheduled episodes on both cable networks.
The SPEED programming is slated for Aug. 13 through Aug. 16, with each of the four episodes receiving multiple plays in all time categories. A similar schedule on FUEL TV follows.
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. (KMC) markets and distributes Kawasaki motorcycles, ATVs, Side x Sides, and personal watercraft through a network of more than 1,200 independent retailers, with an additional 7,400 retailers specializing in Kawasaki power products and general purpose engines. KMC and its affiliates employ nearly 3,100 people in the United States, with 300 of them located at KMC’s Irvine, California headquarters.
Kawasaki’s tagline, “Let the good times roll.™”, is recognized worldwide. For five decades, the Kawasaki brand has become synonymous with powerful, stylish and category-leading vehicles. Information about Kawasaki’s complete line of powersports products and Kawasaki affiliates can be found on the Internet at www.kawasaki.com.
COMPTON, CA – June 5, 2012 – (Motor Sports Newswire) – Sudco International is renown worldwide in the powersports industry for their professionally designed and tested, easy-to-install Keihn and Mikuni Performance Carburetor Kits for any Motorcycle, ATV, Personal Watercraft and Snowmobile application. The also carry all individual carburetors, replacement parts, tuning components, cables and twist throttles to help with any maintenance or restoration project.
Sudco now offers full Mikuni and Keihn Carburetor Rebuilding Services by their qualified technicians using all new OEM parts. Pricing is dependent on the Carburetor Model, Reconditioning and Parts need after our tear-down Inspection of your Carburetor Assembly. We can Re-Jet / Re-Tune your Carburetor at the same time if needed. Contact your Sudco Sales Representative for more information.
For additional information, contact a Sudco Sales Representative. Dealers call Sudco for a copy of the Sudco Main Products Catalog featuring a compete line of stock replacement and high performance parts, including Keihin and Mikuni Carburetors for dirt bikes, street bikes, ATVs and personal watercraft. Sudco international, 2410 South Sequoia Drive, Compton, CA 90020. Phone 1-310-637-8330. www.Sudco.com
DECATUR, IL – June 04, 2012 – (Motor Sports Newswire) – World of Powersports announced today that it has joined the Association of the United States Army (AUSA) as a sustaining member.
Sustaining Members are major industry leaders, businesses and professional organizations from around the world that are involved in the research, development and production of weapons, equipment and services for the U.S. Army and form the nation’s defense industrial base.
World of Powersports and its website built for the defense industry at www.MilitaryAtvParts.com are supporting today’s military with product and logistics support for wide array of specialized vehicles in the LTATV family; or what is commonly known as UTVs or side by sides in the civilian sector. MilitaryAtvParts.com provides soldiers and agencies the ability to research vehicles; order parts, accessories and vehicles from a simple to use interface available 24/7. Mr. Jackson said, “Joining the AUSA as a sustaining member was essential for World of Powersports to be able to show its support to the association, and the warfighters it represents.”
Since 1950, the Association of the United States Army has worked to support all aspects of national security while advancing the interests of America’s Army and the men and women who serve. AUSA is a private, non-profit educational organization that supports America’s Army – Active, National Guard, Reserve, Civilians, Retirees, Government Civilians, Wounded Warriors, Veterans, and family members. AUSA provides numerous Professional Development Opportunities at a variety of events both local and National.
World of Powersports, Inc (www.worldofpowersports.com) is owned by Matthew & Mark Jackson and is located in Decatur, Illinois. Its Parts Division is the largest OEM Parts dealer in the United Sates; offering Genuine OEM Parts for Honda, Kawasaki, Yamaha, Suzuki, Polaris, Sea-Doo, Bombardier and Arctic-Cat, Motorcycles, ATVs, Personal Watercraft and Snowmobiles. Contact Matthew Jackson at (217) 423-6521 for more information or visit the http://www.militaryatvparts.com/ausa.html
Distribution deal complements new-for-2012 LiFePO4 batteries
SHARPSBURG, GA – April 13, 2012 – (Motor Sports Newswire) – Racing Batteries USA has become a distributor of the OptiMate Lithium Battery Charger, a product that complements a new-for-2012 line-up of lightweight & dependable Lithium Ion Nano Phosphate (LiFePO4) batteries.
OptiMate’s newly developed lithium battery charger offers 5 amps of charge current using a unique multi step ampmatic TM program that tests, charges and maintains Racing Batteries quickly and efficiently, protecting your investment and guaranteeing your lithium battery will perform as advertised.
In related news, Racing Batteries’ 2012 product range offers two new batteries designed to accommodate most motorized two-wheelers: The RB150200 (MSRP $165) is suitable for 600cc four-cylinder bikes and singles up to 450cc, and the RB240400 (MSRP $295) is suitable for 1000cc four-cylinder bikes and singles up to 650cc.
A cost effective way to save vehicle weight for whichever motorsport you participate in, Racing Batteries’ applications are available for on and off-road motorcycles, scooters, ATVs, SxS vehicles, personal watercraft, snowmobiles, karts and race cars.
Racing Batteries’ range of batteries replace the heavy lead acid unit in your vehicle with the latest in safe, lightweight LiFePO4 technology. Not only are Racing Batteries much lighter than a standard AGM (typically 1/3 the weight) but – made of 200 PCA cells instead of 120 amp cells – they are also more powerful than any other lithium units, typically last longer than five years, and do not lose charge when not in use/disconnected.
All of those attributes combine to insure your vehicle fires up time and time again for trips from the starting line to the checkered flag.
To learn more, visit Racing Batteries USA online at http://www.racing-batteries.com and visit the Racing Batteries Facebook & Twitter pages.
Racing Batteries USA, Sharpsburg, Ga. was established to import UK-manufactured Lithium Ion Nano Phosphate (LiFePO4) batteries for all types of race applications, including motorcycles, scooters, ATVs, SxSs, personal watercraft, snowmobiles, karts and performance passenger vehicles. Racing Batteries lightweight batteries replace heavy lead acid units with the latest in LiFePO4 technology. We only manufacture in the UK, in a professional quality controlled factory, using state of the art CAD/CAM machinery and test gear. www.racing-batteries.com
TORRANCE, CA – March 5, 2012 – (Motor Sports Newswire) – American Honda proudly announces its Amateur Trackside Motocross support program for the 2012 season. This year’s program will provide support to all Honda racers at the following events: Daytona Amateur Supercross, World Mini Grand Prix, Hangtown Amateur Motocross, Loretta Lynn’s Amateur Motocross Championships, Branson Motocross and Mini Olympics.
“We are really excited to once again provide national-caliber technical support to Honda amateur racers regardless of their racing classification or age,” said Ray Conway, Honda Race Director, Motorcycle Sports. “With a mix of National Championship races and regional events scheduled, we can provide assistance to Honda riders who wouldn’t otherwise get such assistance.”
This trackside support program follows the announcement of Honda’s 2012 Red Riders Reward program, where Honda owners have more than 28,000 opportunities to earn payouts at more than 600 race events across the United States. For program details and a list of all eligible units, visit HondaRedRiders.com.
About Honda
American Honda Motor Co., Inc. is the sole distributor of Honda motorcycles, scooters, ATVs, MUVs and personal watercraft in the U.S. American Honda’s Motorcycle Division conducts the sales, marketing, and operational activities for these products through authorized Honda dealers. For more information on Honda products, go to www.powersports.honda.com.
