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Sedona Tire and Wheel Announce New Wheels   Boise, ID — Sedona Tire & Wheel is excited to introduce five new ATV/UTV wheel models arriving at Western Power Sports dealers this spring. This marks Sedona’s most significant wheel launch in more than six years and brings new innovation, expanded fitment options, and bold styling to the off‑road market. Leading the lineup are the Adapt Beadlock Wheel and Fusion Wheel, the first dual‑drilled beadlock and non‑beadlock wheels to enter the ATV/U

PUYALLUP, WA. – Red Dot Corporation, a 60-year leader in heavy-duty mobile HVAC systems, has acquired the assets of TSI Products, Inc., and its subsidiary, Texas-based International Climate Systems (ICS), an innovative manufacturer of HVAC systems for offroad gas/diesel and electric vehicles. This move marks the latest step in Red Dot’s strategy to bring its legacy of innovation, quality manufacturing and product durability to new markets. Acquiring ICS expands Red Dot’s industry presence into

March 24, 2026 — ALPHARETTA, Georgia All three trim levels feature drive modes, cruise control and expanded capability Pioneer 1000 Elite becomes Honda’s first fully enclosed side-by-side and the first Honda side-by-side equipped with a factory-integrated HVAC system Honda celebrates the 10th anniversary of its flagship multipurpose side-by-side platform with a complete overhaul of the Pioneer 1000 lineup, highlighted by two all-new Deluxe trims. In addition, Honda is confirming the all-n

DIAMOND BAR, Calif. (March 19, 2026) – The Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) is expanding the SEMA Show’s powersports presence by launching a dedicated Powersports / SxS / Lifestyle section at the upcoming Show, held November 3-6 in Las Vegas. This strategic expansion creates a unified home for the rapidly growing intersection of the automotive and powersports communities. The initiative is a direct response to clear market demand and the evolving habits of the modern enthusiast. SE

Based on the Can-Am Defender platform, the MeatEater Defender is equipped with Can-Am LinQ accessories and finished with custom one-off components. Valcourt, Quebec, March 13, 2026 – Can‑Am, an iconic brand of BRP Inc. (TSX/NASDAQ: DOO), is proud to unveil the MeatEater Defender, a custom-built Can‑Am Defender HD11 MAX Lonestar designed in collaboration with MeatEater as part of a growing partnership between the two brands. Purpose‑built for backcountry hunting and deep-woods exploration, this

McKinney, TX – March 13, 2026 – Segway Powersports made history at this year’s legendary Mint 400, marking the brand’s first-ever competitive appearance at the iconic Las Vegas desert race, a part of the American Off-Road Racing Championship (AORC) series. Under the Segway Factory Racing banner, driver Jacob Zuccone and co-driver Samantha Rode took on one of the toughest offroad competitions in North America. Competing in the highly competitive UTV Pro Stock Modified class, the Super Villain de

Newly published BRP Patent filing points to a quieter, positive-engagement drivetrain for a side-by-side, and the real question is, when will it be here? Patent filings do not guarantee a production machine, but this newly published BRP-Rotax application is one that off-road enthusiasts will want to watch closely. The patent is titled “Transmission and Method for Shifting Gears” and it lays out a gear-driven transmission for an off-road side-by-side vehicle. There is no belt-driven CVT shown

Heger Makes History as the First Limited-Class SxS Racer to Finish the Mint 400 in Under Seven Hours Polaris Racer Mitch Guthrie Jr. Secures Impressive Second Overall, as the RZR Pro R Platform Powered Six of the Top 10 Finishes MINNEAPOLIS, MN (March 9, 2026) – This past weekend Polaris Off Road and the RZR Factory Racing team returned to Las Vegas, Nevada, for the Mint 400, one of the most prestigious and historic races in American off-road motorsports. There, reigning champion Brock Heger d

Brock Heger, of the Polaris Factory Race Team, has done it again: back-to-back Limited Race victories at the Mint 400. This time he did it in under seven hours, which a UTV racer had never done before. Racing his T96 RZR Pro R in the UTV Pro class, he and co-driver Justin Wilson finished in 6:57:56. Brock Heger Mitch Guthrie and Phil Blurton, also running BFGoodrich Baja T/A KR2 SXS/UTV tires, rounded out the podium in second and third place, respectively. Polaris Factory Race teamers Ethan Gr

Justin Smith and Sean Geiser have officially reacquired Shock Therapy, Geiser Performance, and Upfit UTV from Fox Factory, bringing the brands back under founder-led ownership. For Justin and Sean, this isn’t just a business move — it’s a return to the roots that built these companies in the first place. With the brands back in their hands, they’re doubling down on what matters most: innovation, performance, and staying closely connected to the off-road community. At the same time, they’ll con

Justin Smith and Sean Geiser have officially reacquired Shock Therapy, Geiser Performance, and Upfit UTV from Fox Factory, bringing the brands back under founder-led ownership. For Justin and Sean, this isn’t just a business move — it’s a return to the roots that built these companies in the first place. With the brands back in their hands, they’re doubling down on what matters most: innovation, performance, and staying closely connected to the off-road community. At the same time, they’ll cont

A 20-minute, factory-audio upgrade that uses Polaris’s pre-ran rear sub harness to deliver serious low-end without a full audio rebuild P/N: 260-RZ6-UNPHZD-BS10V CAMARILLO, Calif., March 4, 2026 – SSV Works (www.ssvworks.com). SSV Works, the original UTV audio brand and a global leader in weatherproof off-road audio systems, today announced the launch of its new Plug-&-Play Rear-Seat 10″ Subwoofer Add-On Kit engineered specifically for the 2026 Polaris RZR Pro R factory audio system. For

March 4, 2026 — LAS VEGAS, Nev. Jamie Campbell-owned team to make 2026 debut this weekend Two-time Dakar champion Ricky Brabec, two-time SCORE champion Ricky Torres to compete in Mint 400 Ahead of this weekend’s Mint 400—the flagship event in the newly formed American Off-Road Racing Championship—American Honda announced today that Team Raceco Honda will manage the manufacturer’s official side-by-side desert-racing effort. The team will campaign the remainder of the new series, which unif

Owned by off-road veteran Jamie Campbell, Raceco-USA is known for its extensive line of aftermarket components for the Honda Talon platform, as well as for offering top-level off-road fabrication services. In recent years, Team Raceco Honda ran Honda’s official short-course project, competing for two years in the Championship Off-Road series’ highly competitive Pro Stock class and scoring the win at the prestigious Crandon, Wisconsin, round in 2023. This season, the team will compete in the A

Every tire brand claims durability. Every race team talks about confidence. But at King of the Hammers, the rocks don’t care about marketing — they expose weaknesses fast. In 2026, OBOR Racing showed up not just to participate — but to prove something. Johnson Valley’s brutal granite ledges, sharp-edge climbs, and endless desert transitions are widely regarded as the ultimate proving ground for off-road tire technology. This year, OBOR arrived with more teams, deeper engineering, and a bold

Every tire brand claims durability. Every race team talks confidence. But at King of the Hammers, the rocks don’t care about marketing — they expose weaknesses fast. In 2026, OBOR Racing showed up not just to participate — but to prove something. Johnson Valley’s brutal granite ledges, sharp-edge climbs, and endless desert transitions are widely regarded as the ultimate proving ground for off-road tire technology. This year, OBOR arrived with more teams, deeper engineering, and a bold move int

By Cain Smead Over 65 Pro Class UTVs have entered for the 2026 BF Goodrich Mint 400, totaling the highest car count we’ve ever seen in any race. The novelty pro, non pro, and youth classes make up the rest of the 172-car field.  I am still baffled why promoters offer so many classes and why racers don’t try to enter classes with the most entries, allowing a better opportunity for prize money and competition. For example, you have classes like Pro Stock and Pro Stock Modified. If your car is st

Company to Appoint Two New Independent Directors and Form Transformation Committee Focused on Operational Excellence and Margin Improvement Company Enters into Cooperation Agreement with Engine Capital DULUTH, Ga., Feb. 09, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Fox Factory Holding Corp. (Nasdaq: FOXF) (“Fox Factory” or the “Company”), a premium brand and a global leader in the design, engineering and manufacturing of performance-defining products and systems for customers worldwide, today announced that fol

Privateer Jeff Martin takes his Can-Am Maverick X3 shoed with Maxxis tires to victory at KOH. Renowned as one of the toughest off-road races in the world, the 2026 Can-Am UTV Hammers Championship course raised the bar once again. The unforgiving rock trails of Johnson Valley took out several front-runners and caused lead-swapping chaos. Through the carnage, Martin preserved his machine and made his move late in the race, climbing to the front and never relinquishing the lead. After ten hours

Huntington Beach, CA — February 12, 2026 — MRT Tires delivered a major statement on one of off-road racing’s biggest stages at the King of the Hammers 2026, one of the toughest races in event history, as Cole Clark (#24) drove his Single Seat Polaris RZR Pro R on 37” MRT Rocky RX tires to a 2nd place class finish and 2nd Overall in the UTV Hammers Championship. Tackling one of the most brutal off-road races in the world, Clark’s podium result — achieved with Zero Flats — underscores not only dri

Valcourt, Quebec, February 10, 2026 – Can‑Am, iconic brand of BRP Inc. (TSX/NASDAQ: DOO), extended its legacy of performance at the 20th anniversary of King of the Hammers. The highlight of the week came in the 2026 Can‑Am UTV Hammers Championship, where Jeff Martin piloted his Can‑Am Maverick X3 to a dramatic overall victory, marking one of the most hard‑fought UTV wins in event history. Renowned as one of the toughest off-road races in the world, the 2026 Can-Am UTV Hammers Championship cours

February 10, 2026 — ALPHARETTA, Georgia Larger tires further enhance performance over rough terrain Talon 1000X trim levels retain 28-inch tires to prioritize nimble handling American Honda has confirmed the return of its Talon sport side by side lineup for the 2026 model year, featuring six purpose-built configurations across both two-seat and four-seat platforms. Building on its reputation for high-performance off-road capability and driver-focused engineering, the Talon family delivers

American Honda has confirmed the return of its Talon sport side by side lineup for the 2026 model year, featuring six purpose-built configurations across both two-seat and four-seat platforms. Building on its reputation for high-performance off-road capability and driver-focused engineering, the Talon family delivers renowned versatility for weekend trail riders, serious enthusiasts and anyone in between. This year, the two “R” trim levels receive factory-equipped 30-inch tires to increase groun

Electronics are increasingly redefining vehicle dynamics, and Suspension Direct’s E-LINK represents one of the most practical applications of that shift for off-road enthusiasts and racers alike. Rather than rigid or manually disconnecting sway bar links, E-LINK introduces electronic control into the link assembly itself — giving riders the ability to tailor roll stiffness and articulation with precision.  At its heart, the E-LINK system replaces traditional fixed sway bar links with electronic

Honda Powersports & Products and 6666 Ranch proudly announce a landmark partnership, uniting two icons in their respective realms, each defined by hard work, durability and an uncompromising commitment to doing things the right way. As the Official Powersports Partner of 6666 Ranch, Honda brings its trusted Pioneer, ATV and power-equipment products to a legendary ranch that has embodied the spirit of real work for over one and a half centuries. Through the three-year partnership, Honda wi