Husqvarna is the latest manufacturer to "bring the thrills of two wheels to the next generation" with the introduction of its twist action throttle 12eDrive and 16eDrive (by H-D subsidiary STACYC). The 12eDrive is designed for kids aged 3 to 5 years old with an inside leg range of 35-51 cm, a choice of three power levels, ultra-low 33 cm seat height, 12" composite wheels with pneumatic tyres, and a child-friendly, manageable light weight of 7.7 kg (including battery). The 16eDrive extends the concept to kids aged 4 to 8 years old with an inside leg range of 45-61 cm.
Sven Mack is the new CEO of Hostettler GmbH at Müllheim (Germany). Part of the Swiss Hostettler Group, the German subsidiary "specialises in the distribution of a comprehensive range of products for the European motorcycle and scooter trade". Mack has been with Hostettler since he sold his Sports Nut GmbH Tübingen business to them in 2014.
According to the latest available figures, Russia spends $61.7 bn a year on defence, which is the 4th highest (behind USA, China and India), representing 3.1% of global defence spending and 4.3% of its GDP - only Saudi Arabia (8.4%) and Israel (5.6%) spend a higher proportion of national GDP on defence.
Brembo reports 2021 full year revenues +25.8% at € 2,777.6m (+7.2% compared to 31 December 2019), with net profit +57% to € 215.5m and EBITDA at € 502.7m on a margin of 18.1%. Brembo decreased net financial debt by € 71.5m and made net investments of
€ 236.2m, completing two significant acquisitions, adding SBS Friction (Denmark) and J.Juan (Spain), inaugurated its Inspiration Lab in Silicon Valley, Ca., and introduced a new intelligent braking system called SENSIFY.
Having been a part of MotoE since its inception in 2019, Michelin is to remain the sole tyre supplier for the FIM Enel MotoE World Cup until at least 2024. The French manufacturer says it is achieving ever-increasing sustainability in its MotoE tyres, including the use of recycled and bio-sourced materials. The front tyres are composed of 33% sustainable resources and the rear tyres 40%, including materials such as lemon and orange peel, pine resin, sunflower oil, worn car and truck tyres and scrap steel!
Polaris owned US clothing manufacturer Klim has joined the motorcycle airbag market, specifically the airbag vest segment with its Ai-1 airbag vest based on the market leading "Detect-Protect-Perfect" technology platform developed by French specialist In&motion. Lightweight (1.5 kg) and well ventilated, the tech is cunningly concealed in the back protector and fits under any motorcycle jacket. The Ai based tech detects dangerous situations by analysing 1,000 movements per second. The constantly evolving algorithm continuously processes data and if it detects a crash, the airbag inflates in less than 60 milliseconds. Operation is via Bluetooth with an (IOS or Android) app.
Husqvarna Motorcycles has extended its partnership with Boise, Idaho based Rekluse through 2022. Owned by Race Winning Brands (of Wiseco fame) and now in its 20th year, the clutch component manufacturer will "continue to support Husqvarna's global racing efforts".
Ducati and Carrera have entered into a multi-year global licensing agreement that will see the creation of a collection of dual-brand sunglasses and eyewear. Carrera also becomes Official Partner of Ducati Corse.
British motorcycle detailing specialist brand Muc-Off is to go dealer-direct in the UK.
Owned in Italy by the MOL Group, Panta Racing Fuel has become the Official Fuel Supplier of the reinvigorated WorldSSP. Already present in WorldSSP300, Panta is also the official supplier for the Red Bull MotoGP Rookies Cup, the FIM Endurance World Championship and the British Superbikes series.
British race veteran Graham Jarvis is to continue racing for Husqvarna in 2022 - for a 9th year. Together with his Jarvis Racing Team, Jarvis will compete on Husqvarna machinery in the FIM Hard Enduro World Championship and other selected national and international events. A five-time Erzbergrodeo winner and six-time Romaniacs Hard Enduro Rallye winner, Jarvis formed his team specifically to take on the FIM Hard Enduro World Championship. He will compete on TE 300i together with fellow Brits Jono Richardson, Sam Winterburn and Grant Churchward.
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