“This is the most innovative and thrilling time in powersports history, and we can’t wait to share that excitement at North America’s biggest powersports show,” said Cinnamon Kernes, vice president of market expansion and events at the Motorcycle Industry Council. “With AIMExpo 2025, we’re ready to give our exhibitors, dealers and attendees an experience they’ll never forget.”

AIMExpo 2025 is already on track to be the biggest show yet, with OEMs out in full force. Suzuki, Kawasaki, Triumph, Moto Morini and Segway will be on-hand to give attendees an up-close look at their newest lineups, and many more OEM partners will be announced. An expanded roster of distributors is lined up to showcase their exciting new products and services, including Automatic Distributors, Parts Unlimited, Rocky Mountain ATV/MC and Turn 14 Distribution.

Returning in 2025 is the Italian Pavilion with numerous popular Italian brands. This will be one of several international pavilions planned to showcase the most cutting-edge and innovative powersports products from across the globe.

Additional new features planned for AIMExpo 2025 include: 

• AIMExpo Starting Line, an experiential area that will welcome attendees onto the show floor with an expanded New Product Central, a charity auction hosted by NPA, motocross and MotoGP simulators provided by Moto Trainer, a movie lounge and more.
• The return of Disruptive Thinking, the main-stage education experience where industry thought leaders share outside-the-box strategies inspired by MIC Symposium to level-up businesses.
• An expanded MIC Business Center with complimentary meeting rooms and business services, plus lunch, beverages and snacks available to all MIC members.
• AIMExpo Tech Sector, featuring technology solutions to help the powersports industry work faster, smarter and better.
• The return of the world-famous Industry Party Powered by Turn 14 Distribution, which now starts earlier to enable more networking and fun.

That’s just the beginning. AIMExpo 2025 will be a can’t-miss event for powersports professionals.

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A family-owned company, Automatic Distributors is a full-line distributor of powersports parts and accessories for the streetbike, ATV, UTV, motorcross, snowmobile, marine and trailer industries. Automatic carries more than 85,000 products from over 350 brands at very competitive prices. Dedicated to providing dealers with the highest level of customer service, Automatic is always looking for ways to assist in forward momentum and growing the market.

“We are increasing our footprint across the country and are looking forward to sharing specials and connecting with even more dealers at the show,” said Jeff Graham, president and CEO, Automatic Distributors. “We just added a new Northern Nevada location, and we’re now able to provide even better service to the western part of the country.”

“With the momentous addition of Automatic Distributors to AIMExpo 2024, we now have four major distributors exhibiting, helping to solidify this show as the cannot-miss powersports event for 2024,” said Cinnamon Kernes, Motorcycle Industry Council vice president of market expansion and events. “All the components of the event are coming together for this show to be a place where even more business gets done, more connections are made and more actionable information is shared.”  

To date, more than 17 OEMs, four major distributors and hundreds of powersports companies have committed to the 2024 show. The more than 225,000-square-feet show floor at the Las Vegas Convention Center is already 95% sold out.

Additional show features include AIMExpo’s Disruptive Thinking stage, which will feature an impactful education program delivered by Motorcycle & Powersports News and AIMExpo; New Product Central; two e-Bike demo tracks; the Dealer Recharge Zone; the MIC Business Center; the AIMExpo Industry Party powered by Turn 14; and more.

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“It has been a tremendous effort from our entire team to make this dream a reality. I could not be more excited to experience this incredible time with the best team in the business as Automatic continues our astounding growth. The dedication and support of our incredible team members is now expanding with the inauguration of our newest distribution center,” said Automatic Distributors President Jeff Graham.

As a leading powersports industry distributor for more than 65 years, this growth of new business has made Automatic’s expansion a necessity to ensure it’s properly serving its western customers. This facility delivers increased space for future growth and additional logistics stations to increase end-to-end efficiency. As a result, Automatic dealers will experience an enhanced business experience when working with our team.

“This facility has been a long time coming. I am pleased to say that this expansion is going to deliver incredible benefits for our dealers, and we look forward to delivering our superior and fast distribution solutions to our western dealer network,” Graham said.

Automatic’s new distribution hub is officially open and shipping orders to the entire western dealer network. For more information, visit www.autodist.com.

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Beginning in 1958 as a ski pole manufacturer, Scott USA, the now iconic action-sports company, has grown in fame to become one of the most worn off-road goggle brands in the industry. It entered the motocross market in 1970 and has continued to build innovative, high-performance and quality products loved around the world. Every product emphasizes the company’s mission: “Innovate-Technology-Design,” and “No Shortcuts.”

“Scott is the pinnacle of combining innovation and technology to create some of the best sports products in the world. Our purpose at Automatic is focused on these same principles to enhance the dealer experience and increase their ability to serve powersports enthusiasts everywhere,” said Jeff Graham, Automatic Distributors president, about the new deal.

Automatic Distributors will offer Scott motosport products, with dealer orders now being accepted and product ready to ship. For more information on how to become an Automatic dealer, visit www.autodist.com. To learn more about Scott, visit www.scott-sports.com.

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“We are excited to partner with Automatic Distributors. We do not solicit direct-to-consumer sales, and we are devoted to supporting Automatic’s hard-working reps and their dealers. Our focus is to have healthy dealer margins and to always have every part number in stock, ready to ship. We appreciate Automatic’s expertise in servicing dealers and the dealers’ expertise in supporting the customer. This three-tier distribution system helps us focus on what we do, making the best motorcycle hardware kits available,” said Dave Nichols, owner and founder of Bolt Motorcycle Hardware.

The new partnership will open the door for Automatic’s rapidly growing dealer network to offer the entire Bolt Motorcycle Hardware lineup to its customers who are in need of the specialized pieces that keep them riding. From weekend warriors to professional supercross race teams, Bolt products are proven to deliver the ultimate performance for all levels of rider.

“Bolt has been the go-to source for aftermarket motorcycle hardware, and their products enable dealers and customers to take their machines to the next level and have confidence in the performance Bolt will deliver. Their hardware is unbeatable, and having them in our brand network gives our dealers access to the best motorcycle hardware in the industry,” said Automatic Distributors President Jeff Graham.

The complete lineup of Bolt Motorcycle Hardware products are available now and ready to ship to Automatic dealers nationwide. For more information on how to become an Automatic dealer, visit www.autodist.com. To learn more about Bolt Motorcycle Hardware, visit www.boltmotorcyclehardware.com.

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Nelson Rigg’s Director of Business Development Deb Drinan said, “We are proud to include Automatic as part of our distribution family.” Both companies share a customer-centric focus and want to ensure powersports enthusiasts across the country have the equipment needed to take on any adventure, rain or shine. Products like the Rigg Gear Trails End LITE Tank and Trail bags, Rigg Gear Hurricane luggage collection featuring its patented Rigg-Strap mounting system and Solo Storm waterproof rainwear enable riders to get the most of their trips.

“Nelson Rigg USA has a deep history of driving innovation and designing some of the highest quality motorcycle riding accessories on the market. Their passion for powersports and dedication to delivering exceptional customer experiences aligns perfectly with the Automatic values. We are excited to join forces with them and help bring Nelson Rigg products to our dealers around the country,” said Automatic Distributors President Jeff Graham.

The complete lineup of Nelson Rigg products are available now and ready to ship to Automatic dealers across the nation. For more information: www.autodist.com or www.nelsonrigg.com.

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The past year has been a whirlwind for many of us. While the world has seen its fair share of uncertainty, our focus has remained on you, our dealers. Without our incredible dealer network, we would not be able to play our part in getting more consumers outdoors and enjoying their choice of powersports.

As we continue to navigate these extraordinary times, our dedicated team has been tirelessly working at delivering more value to you, our dealers, and elevating your experience with us. Now more than ever, consumers are not just expecting, but also demanding fast fulfillment of their needs. That is why we are so excited to share that we have extended our normal operating hours to now include Saturdays!

Effective immediately, Automatic Distributors is now open and shipping orders on Saturdays! Our trusted logistics partners will be accepting and inducting these orders into their networks, which will provide earlier delivery to you and your dedicated customers.

As we transition to our new operating hours, we expect to provide same-day shipment of all orders received by 2 p.m. EST. This opens the door for delivery to your door by as early as Monday!

In addition, we have also extended our customer service hours to include Saturday. The Automatic Distributors customer care team will be operating from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. EST effective immediately. This opens the ability for you to now be covered in the event you need to contact our customer care team through phone, e-mail, chat or text messaging on Saturdays, one of the busiest days of the week for many of you!

We could not be more excited to offer these new hours to you, our dealers. We are only as strong as those who support us, so it is critical that we continue increasing our dealer-level support whenever possible. We hope that these new hours will have an immediate benefit to your business and look forward to continuing to grow together for all of 2021. From the entire team at Automatic, thank you again for your continued support!

Link: Automatic Distributors

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“We are excited to come aboard with Automatic Distributors,” said Jared Williams, general manager, Bridgestone Motorcycle Tire Business in the United States and Canada. “Jeff Graham and the team at Automatic have built an awesome culture focused on personalized dealer service in the powersports industry, and we couldn’t be happier to be a part of the team now.”

With models ranging across multiple riding disciplines, Bridgestone offers a solution for every level of rider. If you love track days and pushing the limits of your bike while chasing lap times, the RS11 and S22 will deliver unmatched performance! Cruising canyons on your bagger? The Battlecruise H50 and Exedra MAX will keep you grounded for those long runs. Or maybe you’re ripping through ruts on MX tracks across the country and need the proven ability of the Battlecross X series. No matter your need, Bridgestone delivers on performance and reliability in every riding scenario.

“Bridgestone has been a household name since their inception and a partnership with one of the most iconic brands in moto is the type of commitment to excellence our dealers demand from us. Our aligned focus on innovation and technology makes for a perfect pairing. This new partnership demonstrates our willingness to invest in the future of our company and, more importantly, the success of our dealers,” said Automatic Distributors President Jeff Graham.

The complete line of Bridgestone motorcycle tires will be made available and ready to ship to Automatic dealers across the nation on March 1^st, 2021. For more information on how to become an Automatic dealer, please visit autodist.com.

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Anaheim based GBC offers some of the highest-quality tires in the industry and consumer demand continues to increase year after year. Whether it be the well-known Dirt Commander, the 10-ply Mongrel, or the sporty XC-Master, GBC offers a tire to tackle nearly any terrain where you will find an off-road vehicle.

“GBC has a phenomenal reputation and offers incredible value throughout their entire line of products. Between the demand from our dealer network and our combined focus on efficient and effective customer service, GBC is an ideal partner for our portfolio,” said Automatic Distributors President, Jeff Graham.

The complete off-road line of GBC Tires is available and shipping now to Automatic dealers across the nation.

For more information on how to become an Automatic dealer, please visit autodist.com.

To learn more about GBC and the Greenball Corporation, please visit gbcmotorsports.com.

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