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Harley sees first increase in U.S. sales since 2006 Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 5:20PMYork, PA - Cody Cosgrove, 17, stopped by Laugerman's Harley-Davidson on Tuesday to find a tank bag for his 2004 Sportster 1200.
Harley-Davidson stock zooms 9% on bike sales Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 3:52PMHarley-Davidson pulled a wheelie on Wall Street today. Shares of the motorcycle giant shot up 9% Tuesday after it reported that U.S. bike sales rose on an annual basis for the first time in nearly five years. Shares closed at $45.11, up $3.70 on the day.
MarketWatch First Take: Harley-Davidson smooths out a rough ride Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 3:37PMBetter sales at home show the Milwaukee-based motorcycle maker is finally digging out from under a mountain of cheap inventory, writes Jim Jelter.
Recovery adds some gas to Harley-Davidson results Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 3:28PMMotorcycle maker reports higher-than-expected profit, raises full-year forecast
Harley-Davidson Rides Past Estimates Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 12:55PMHarley-Davidson surpassed the Zacks Consensus Estimate of 70 cents per share.
Harley-Davidson Blows Past Estimates Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 7:19AMNEW YORK (TheStreet) -- Harley-Davidson said second-quarter operating income rose 36.8% to $190.6 million, or 81 cents a share, from year-earlier earnings of $139.3 million, or 59 cents a share, on total revenue of $1.34 billion. The results rolled past analysts' estimates of 71 cents a share on $1.3 billion revenue. The motorcycle maker also raised its 2011 forecast of new bikes shipped to ...
Harley-Davidson posts profit, ups shipment guidance Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 7:07AMHarley-Davidson Inc. Tuesday posted a quarterly profit on strong sales of its motorcycles and raised its guidance for shipments.
Harley posts first increase in U.S. bike sales since 2006 Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 7:05AMYork, PA - A 7.5 percent increase in U.S. motorcycle sales leads the comeback by Harley-Davidson this quarter.
Motorcycle dealers ambivalent about Sunday sales Thursday, July 14, 2011 @ 12:39PMLicensed motorcycle dealers will be able to sell, trade or buy bikes on Sundays starting Sept. 6, thanks to new legislation signed into law last week by Gov.
Harley-Davidson Passes This Key Test Thursday, July 14, 2011 @ 10:21AMLook here for a clue.
Three Rivers Festival schedule Tuesday, July 12, 2011 @ 8:57PMThe following events will be hosted by the Fort Wayne Newspapers Three Rivers Festival primarily in downtown Fort Wayne. Weeklong events with daily times that do not change are noted by an asterisk.
Three Rivers Festival schedule Friday, July 8, 2011 @ 10:56AMThe following events will be hosted by the Fort Wayne Newspapers Three Rivers Festival primarily in downtown Fort Wayne. Weeklong events with daily times that do not change are noted by an asterisk.
Hundreds enjoy cars and sun in motorshow Monday, June 27, 2011 @ 12:18PMCAR fanatics and families were treated to perfect weather in Cutteslowe Park for the an-nual Oxford Mail Motorshow.
Ahead of the Bell: Harley-Davidson Monday, June 27, 2011 @ 8:24AMAn analyst raised his price target on the stock of Harley-Davidson Inc. on Monday, citing supply disruptions for its key competitors.
Canine Lifeline rescues dogs from 'death row': Animals in the News Friday, June 24, 2011 @ 7:35AMCanine Lifeline, based in Garfield Heights, rescues dogs from the "death rows" of rural pounds and needs help paying for veterinary care for Red, who was hit by a car, and Toby, who was abandoned with a six-pound tumor.
RLJ McLarty Landers Tops 2011 Auto Dealers List Tuesday, June 21, 2011 @ 10:38AMRobert L. Johnson, founder and chairman of The RLJ Companies and chairman of the board of the automotive group RLJ McLarty Landers Automotive Holdings, LLC ranked first on this year's "B.E. 100s, Auto Dealers," list published annually by Black Enterprise.
Gengras Harley-Davidson Reports Donation to American Red Cross Friday, June 10, 2011 @ 9:13AMGengras Harley-Davidson is proud to report that Harley-Davidson, Inc. recently announced a 100,000 donation from The Harley-Davidson Foundation to the American Red Cross to support relief efforts following the flooding and tornadoes that occurred in the U.S., including Missouri, Alabama and Oklahoma. The Foundation has earmarked 50,000 of the donation to support efforts in Joplin, Missouri. The ...
Lorain car dealerships moving to Avon Thursday, June 9, 2011 @ 2:09AMAVON — Two Lorain car dealerships are leaving the city to build new showrooms in Avon, according to plans on file in that city.
Triumph America throws down gauntlet Wednesday, June 8, 2011 @ 8:57PMPhotographing the Triumph America test bike outside the beautiful granite edifice formerly known as the Auckland War Memorial Museum reminded me of the Japanese admiral, Isoroku Yamamoto, and his less-than- ecstatic reaction to the results of his surprise attack on Pearl Harbour. When he learned that the US Navy's aircraft carriers had not been sunk in the action, Yamamoto feared that all that ...
Industrial Banks Get Support In Report Tuesday, May 31, 2011 @ 4:00AMNevada economic development officials who desperately want to attract industrial loan companies recently got some ammunition for the cause. The Milken Institute, an independent economic think tank based in Santa Monica, Calif., produced a 169-page study
Retro Russian import lures older, easier riders Sunday, May 29, 2011 @ 10:37AMRussia's Irbit Motor Works, which for decades had churned out its signature Ural motorcycle with sidecar attachment, has found salvation in an unlikely niche market: older American riders.
NYT: Retro Russian import lures older, easier riders Sunday, May 29, 2011 @ 10:37AMRussia's Irbit Motor Works, which for decades had churned out its signature Ural motorcycle with sidecar attachment, has found salvation in an unlikely niche market: older American riders.
Maker of Ural Sidecar Motorcycles Finds Niche in U.S. Saturday, May 28, 2011 @ 5:04AMBy the 1990s Irbit Motor Works seemed to be sputtering into the sunset, but then it discovered a niche market in the United States for its sidecar motorcycles.
Harley-Davidson dealers helping flood victims Friday, May 20, 2011 @ 12:32AMThe co-owners of two regional Harley-Davidson dealerships have announced an effort to raise money for flood victims in Southern Illinois and southeast Missouri.
ENC Harley rally begins today at New Bern waterfront Thursday, May 19, 2011 @ 11:07PMNEW BERN — Motorcycle riders are well-known for kicking up their heels. But today’s modern two-wheel pilots aren’t so wild about doing it in the mud or a dust storm. With extremes of weather the past two years at the Craven County Fairgrounds,...
The Mobile Revolution Seminar: Ron Cariker Reveals How to Increase Customer Loyalty on May 23, Overland Park, KS Wednesday, May 18, 2011 @ 5:13AMOKLAHOMA CITY -- What makes the Mobile Revolution Seminar different from all the other summits for Corporate Communications, Marketing, PR and other training events this year? Ron Cariker, Founder and President of 7 Media Group, plans to educate decision makers about mobile advertising and how to integrate mobile into traditional media channels at the Mobile Revolution Seminar, a conference ...
Harley-Davidson of Annapolis earns honor Tuesday, May 17, 2011 @ 10:49PMANNAPOLIS -- Harley-Davidson of Annapolis was awarded Harley-Davidson Motor Company's prestigious Gold Bar & Shield Circle of Excellence Award for the 2010 calendar year.
Sedalia to host the 2012 Missouri State Harley Owners Group (H.O.G.) Rally Tuesday, May 17, 2011 @ 10:13PMHundreds of motorcyclists will roll into Sedalia next year when the city hosts the 2012 Missouri State Harley Owners Group (H.O.G.) Rally.
Bike rally could attract 5,000 to downtown Tuesday, May 17, 2011 @ 6:36PMMotorcycle riders are well-known for kicking up their heels. But today’s modern two-wheel pilots aren’t so wild about doing it in the mud or a dust storm.
Deaths evoke diverse reactions Monday, May 16, 2011 @ 9:39PMCorey Brooks was a 20-year-old Coastal Carolina University student who was going to be a pharmacist, but instead his death became a rallying cry for Myrtle Beach City Council and residents seeking to curb the long-disputed large, annual motorcycle festivals.
Brazen Thief Drives Motorcycles Right Off The Lot Monday, May 16, 2011 @ 6:33PMThe Suspect Has Hit Several Area Harley Dealers A series of thefts at local Harley-Davidson dealerships is under investigation.
Harley-Davidson spring rally makes move to downtown New Bern Sunday, May 15, 2011 @ 4:06PMThe Carolina Harley-Davidson Dealers Association brings its spring rally back to New Bern Friday and Saturday, with a new venue and new prices – free admission to the daytime rallies.
And the Gold Bar and Shield Award goes to. Red Rock Harley-DavidsonAGAIN Friday, May 13, 2011 @ 5:58PMFor the second consecutive year, Red Rock Harley-Davidson has been awarded with Harley-Davidson Motor Companys prestigious Gold Bar and Shield Award. Every year, Harley-Davidson awards the top dealers in the country with this customer satisfaction, service and sales excellence honor.Check out what is being said about Red Rock Harley-Davidson, here .
Road trip, day 2: Ambassadors Friday, May 13, 2011 @ 10:56AMAs we traveled, I looked forward through our pack and thought about the Harley-Davidson brand. Obviously, I'm staring at seven Harleys with riders wearing Harley gear. It was a constant brand message.
Bikers reflect on changes of bike rally Thursday, May 12, 2011 @ 1:49PMNewsChannel 15 takes a look at the history of the Harley Motorcycle Rally on the Grand Strand, from its humble beginning in May of 1940, to its heyday when attendance reached around half a million bikers, to its recent decline, to the new hope for a Bike Rally renaissance.
High on Harley Friday, April 29, 2011 @ 1:39PMIn India, Harley Davidson wants to sell to people who live up to the bike’s image rather than anyone with a stash of cash.
Avon Lake man aims to honor troops with area-wide motorcycle ride and rally Friday, April 29, 2011 @ 1:02PMHis only connection to the troops serving abroad is a deep respect. Yet, Avon Lake resident John "KIKS" Kikol's support for them and their families is exceptional.
Bar & Grilled: John Beldock Thursday, April 28, 2011 @ 2:25AMJohn Beldock, 45, runs Erico Motorsports at 2855 Walnut St. He's been in the two-wheeler business since 1993, selling European cycles and scooters. He's married to Tai Beldock, and they lives in Five Points with their daughter. He's proud of the shop, his family, his Jewish heritage. He sat down recently with Bill Husted at The Walnut Room.
Dents and dings removed at JR's Paintless Dent Removal Tuesday, April 26, 2011 @ 11:13AMJim Rodemaker, of JR’s Paintless Dent Removal, demonstrates how, with the use of lighting, he is able remove dings and dents from a truck hood. (Press-News photo by Jim Cross)
Motorcycle fatalities in Florida drop since 2009 Friday, April 22, 2011 @ 8:53AMAuthorities say there were 80 fewer fatalities involving motorcyclists over the first nine months of last year after years of increases in biker deaths. In Florida, there were seven fewer motorcycle fatalities during that time.
Off-base festivities Thursday, April 21, 2011 @ 10:06AMCRAFT FESTA 2011 (Kanagawa prefecture): April 21-24; 10:30 a.m.-6 p.m.; various crafts are on display and sale; Yokohama Red Brick Warehouse; 15-minute walk from JR Kan-nai Station; 050-2200-8485.
Off-base festivities, April 21 Thursday, April 21, 2011 @ 9:36AMCRAFT FESTA 2011 (Kanagawa prefecture): April 21-24; 10:30 a.m.-6 p.m.; various crafts are on display and sale; Yokohama Red Brick Warehouse; 15-minute walk from JR Kan-nai Station; 050-2200-8485.
18. US, Asian stocks higher(update2) Wednesday, April 20, 2011 @ 5:30AMNEW YORK: Strong earnings from Johnson & Johnson helped stocks rebound Tuesday, a day after suffering their worst one-day drop in more than a month.
Traveling Back Wednesday, April 20, 2011 @ 4:13AMbull Twenty-five members of the Peninsula Chamber Singers performed as part of a 200-voice choir at Carnegie Hall on Sunday afternoon. Due to the relationship between Don Richter, Ephraim, director of the Peninsula Chamber Singers, and director John Leavitt, the local group was asked to participate in Ensemble Spotlight Series, which featured several groups during the afternoon.
Business news briefs Tuesday, April 19, 2011 @ 11:20PMBank of New York Mellon Tuesday reported first-quarter profits climbed 12 percent, to $625 million from $559 million in the same three months last year, while per-share profits rose 9 percent to 50 cents from 46 cents. Revenue increased 9 percent to $3.6 billion from $3.4 billion. Excluding special items, earnings per share were 55 cents vs.
Harley-Davidson reports positive first quarter 2011 Tuesday, April 19, 2011 @ 5:35PMThe company reported a 'modest level' of interruption following Japanese earthquake and tsunami.
On the Call: Harley CEO says company is not losing significant sales due to tight supply Tuesday, April 19, 2011 @ 5:15PMHarley-Davidson Inc.'s first-quarter net income more than tripled to $119.3 million. Although global motorcycle sales rose 3.5 per cent, sales in the U.S. fell 0.5 per cent.
Harley-Davidson hit by disruption in Japan Tuesday, April 19, 2011 @ 1:58PMLowers forecast for motorcycle shipments in 2011; shares tumble
Profits at Harley-Davidson rise Tuesday, April 19, 2011 @ 11:56AMMotorcycle maker Harley-Davidson says it remains cautious about 2011 despite seeing a rise in first-quarter profits.
7 Reasons Not to Worry This Week Monday, April 18, 2011 @ 9:37AMNot every company will be posting lower earnings this week.