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Energica Announces Surprising First Quarter 2018 Results

Energica Motor Company S.p.A., an Italian manufacturer of high-performing electric motorcycles, closed the first quarter 2018 with a current order book that exceeds the total sales of the previous year.

Video: Yamaha Introduces TY-E Trial Bike Concept at Tokyo Motorcycle Show

The Yamaha TY-E trial bike concept is an advanced electric bike that is packed with features and ready for action during this summer’s 2018 FIM Trial-E-Cup.

Harley Invests in Alta Motors to Collaborate on Future Electric Motorcycle Development

Harley-Davidson, Inc. recently announced that it has made an equity investment in Alta Motors and that the two companies will collaborate on electric motorcycle technology and new product development.

Curtiss Motorcycles Unveils First New Bike in 100 Years

The announcement marks the first product release since Confederate Motors rebranded to Curtiss Motorcycle earlier this year.

Zero Motorcycles Forms Exclusive Partnership with Northpoint Commercial Finance

Northpoint will be the financier of Zero’s dealer network across the United States and Canada.

Textron Off Road Goes Electric with 2018 Prowler EV/EV iS

The new 2018 Prowler EV and Prowler EV iS from Textron Off Road delivers premium electric vehicle performance for a full range of riders, according to the company.

Cummins Acquires Brammo to Accelerate its Electrification Platform

Cummins Inc. has announced that it is acquiring the assets of Brammo, Inc. for its battery pack expertise and resources in an effort to become a global electrified power leader.

Zero Motorcycles Announces 2018 Model Line with Improved Performance and Range

Zero Motorcycles recently unveiled its 2018 model line that it says “raises the bar” for electric motorcycles by increasing battery capacity and range. The company also launched a new high-speed on-board charger option that increases charging speeds by 6X.

BRP Launches Rotax Electric Powerpack for Karting

The Rotax electric powerpack will be distributed through RIC TECH, a joint venture between subsidiary BRP-Rotax and Italian partner SMRE SPA.

BMW Motorrad USA Announces Pricing, Product Details for HP4 Race and C Evolution

The 2018 HP4 race bike will be a handmade dream come true for 750 enthusiasts, and the C evolution will initially be introduced in the U.S. as part of a pilot program.

Hudson Valley Motorcycles Adds Alta Motors To Brand Lineup

Bringing Alta Motors into the family allows HVMC to lay the groundwork for future technology in the electric motorcycle segment.

EV Pioneer Alta Motors Closes $27 Million of Preferred Stock in Latest Financing Round

Alta Motors recently announced it has closed a total of $27 million of preferred stock in its latest round of financing led by Grassy Creek Ventures, who is joined by Mountain Nazca and motorcycle industry legend, Bob Fox, among others.