GBC Motorsports enjoyed a busy but exciting weekend with plenty of action from all around southern California and Nevada, including another round of FNL Fall ATV MX Series, the Pro Armor Fall Fun Ride, and the Best in the Desert Henderson 250.

As part of the FNL Fall ATV MX Series at Milestone MX Park in Riverside, CA, GBC Motorsports is raffling off a set of their Bomb Squad MX tires at each round of the series.

On Saturday, December 3rd at Round 3 of the series, Nick Walker became the most recent tire raffle winner. Victor of the 450 Intermediate class, Nick walked away with a brand new set of Bomb Squad MX tires from GBC Motorsports. The next and final round of the FNL Fall ATV MX Series at Milestone MX is scheduled for Saturday, December 17th.

GBC Motorsports reps also enjoyed a weekend out in the California deserts as they attended Pro Armor’s 2nd Annual Fall Fun Ride in Ocotillo Wells, CA.

The Friday through Sunday event drew a festive crowd of bike, ATV and UTV enthusiasts from around Southern California. The weekend’s trail rides were highlighted by a GeoCache ride on Saturday followed by a taco dinner accompanied by live music.

The Best in the Desert Series wrapped up this past weekend as well as three teams piloted their GBC-equipped vehicles through the harsh desert terrain in the 2011 TransWest Ford Henderson 250.

Lacrecia Beurrier and Corina Fallon finished 1st in the UTV Sportsman class. The team of Rocker Head, Cory Peterson and Gary Peterson finished 6th in the UTV Pro class, while Lucas Hand, Frankie Randell, Rich Panek and Nick Dempowski finished 8th in the UTV Pro class.

GBC Motorsports is proud to support local and national ATV and UTV racing and looks forward to more fun in coming weeks. For more information on GBC’s full lineup of tires for all occasions visit www.gbcmotorsports.com.

For the 2012 ATV and side-by-side racing season, BRP has added certain Can-Am Outlander and Renegade ATV models and Can-Am Commander side-by-side vehicles to its amateur racer support program that has included the Can-Am DS 450 ATV for the past three racing seasons.

To complement the additional models added, BRP will also support new 4×4 ATV and side-by-side classes and series adding to its industry-leading Can-Am X-Team Racing contingency program.

“BRP understands the value of an ATV racing contingency program and has already established itself as an industry leader with the DS 450 Amateur Racer Support Program,” said Jimmie O’Dell, Race Manager, Can-Am. “We added 4×4 ATV models and side-by-side vehicles as way to support those amateur racers who choose to race 4×4 ATVs and side-by-sides. BRP wants to fuel their desire to compete and make it more feasible to chase their dreams, whether it be on a local or national level.”

Starting right now, eligible units in the program include all new or unused 2010, 2011 and 2012 Can-Am Outlander and Renegade ATVs, and all 2011 and 2012 new or unused Can-Am Commander side-by-side vehicles.

Benefit of the program includes a $1000 factory discount on all eligible ATV models and a $1500 factory discount on all eligible side-by-sides.

Full details of the Can-Am X-Team racing contingency program will be released in the following months. This new 4×4 support program joins the existing DS 450 Racer Support Program and begins immediately.

Amateur racers who compete in their local series or a nationally recognized racing circuit can qualify for the model rebate. They will need to register with an authorized Can-Am dealer and purchase a qualifying ATV or SxS. However, the number of vehicles eligible for the program is limited and once BRP reaches that number, the program will end.

Racers, who meet the 4×4 contingency program qualifications can earn the rebate and also receive cash payouts in the amount earned based on their finishing position in an event.

The payment is mailed directly to the participant or legal guardian. BRP will also continue to award contingency for overall championships at the conclusion of the racing season.

Contingency cash is paid out in all major U.S. national racing series, including the Can-Am Grand National Cross Country (GNCC) series, World Off-Road Championship Series (WORCS), High Lifter Mud Nationals as well as numerous local off-road racing series.

The list of qualified racing series has expanded for 2012 to include even more racing circuits, from desert events to hare scrambles to endurance events in the U.S. and Canada. The 2012 Can-Am X-Team Racing Contingency Program will be announced at a later date.

For complete details of the program and more racing information, visit www.can-amxteam.com.

Polaris has chosen Progressive Insurance as its preferred ATV, Side x Side, snowmobile and neighborhood vehicle insurer.

By joining forces, Progressive—one of the country’s leading insurance providers—and Polaris—a leader in the power sports industry—are making it easier for riders to get coverage that protects them and their vehicles, both on and off their property.

“We’re working together so it’s not only easier for Polaris owners to buy affordable insurance, but to really understand what they’re buying,” said Progressive Product Manager, Charlotte Elek. “We’re available anytime by phone; and our website is filled with information to help Polaris owners make even smarter choices about coverage that protects them and their vehicle.”

“We are very excited to partner with Progressive,” said Polaris Financial Services Manager Kelly Clawson. “They will be able to serve our riders with years of power sports knowledge and experience.”

In addition to making it easy to understand and buy coverage, Progressive helps Polaris owners save and manage their money through a variety of features:

A variety of discounts—Customers save if they own a home, have a clean driving record, complete a safety course, pay in full—and more.

Disappearing deductibles—Customers reward themselves with a 25 percent reduction in their deductible for each claim-free renewal period.

After four claim-free renewals, the deductible disappears altogether. Progressive offers this currently in 24 states, and will roll it out to all states in coming months.

Easy payment options—Customers can choose to pay in full; or pay in installments by electronic funds transfer, mail, online or over the phone.

To learn more and get a quote with Progressive, Polaris’ preferred insurer, visit progressive.com/polaris, or call 1-800-895-2880.

Polaris has chosen Progressive Insurance as its preferred ATV, Side x Side, snowmobile and neighborhood vehicle insurer.

By joining forces, Progressive—one of the country’s leading insurance providers—and Polaris—a leader in the power sports industry—are making it easier for riders to get coverage that protects them and their vehicles, both on and off their property.

“We’re working together so it’s not only easier for Polaris owners to buy affordable insurance, but to really understand what they’re buying,” said Progressive Product Manager, Charlotte Elek. “We’re available anytime by phone; and our website is filled with information to help Polaris owners make even smarter choices about coverage that protects them and their vehicle.”

“We are very excited to partner with Progressive,” said Polaris Financial Services Manager Kelly Clawson. “They will be able to serve our riders with years of power sports knowledge and experience.”

In addition to making it easy to understand and buy coverage, Progressive helps Polaris owners save and manage their money through a variety of features:

A variety of discounts—Customers save if they own a home, have a clean driving record, complete a safety course, pay in full—and more.

Disappearing deductibles—Customers reward themselves with a 25 percent reduction in their deductible for each claim-free renewal period.

After four claim-free renewals, the deductible disappears altogether. Progressive offers this currently in 24 states, and will roll it out to all states in coming months.

Easy payment options—Customers can choose to pay in full; or pay in installments by electronic funds transfer, mail, online or over the phone.

To learn more and get a quote with Progressive, Polaris’ preferred insurer, visit progressive.com/polaris, or call 1-800-895-2880.

KYMCO USA announces that Eric Bondy has resigned his position as President & CEO to pursue a new opportunity. To assist in the transition to new leadership, Bondy will continue with the company until December 15, 2011.

Mr. Ming Hsin Lee, current Senior Vice President of KYMCO USA, will assume the title of President and CEO effective December 16, 2011.

A native of Taiwan, Lee spent the past four years stateside working as a liaison between KYMCO USA’s strong team of experienced U.S. Powersports professionals and the overseas factory.

He joined KYMCO in 1984 and has since amassed experience in production, R&D, sourcing, quality control, IT, accounting and dealer development.

Bondy assumed day-to-day responsibility for all operational aspects of KYMCO USA in 2005 following nine years in various sales and marketing roles with Arctic Cat, Inc.

Bondy, named “Executive of the Year” in 2008 by Powersports Business magazine, was instrumental in building KYMCO USA to its position among the foremost scooter and ATV suppliers in the nation.

Under Bondy’s leadership, the company also expanded its reach beyond the Powersports industry via strategic relationships with partners like the Indy Racing League (IRL), National Hot Rod Association (NHRA), Coca-Cola Co. and Ford Motor Co.

“I’ve been blessed and honored to be a member of the KYMCO USA team for the past seven years and the relationships gained over that time are cherished,” Bondy said in announcing the reorganization. “I leave the company in very capable and experienced hands with the naming of Mr. Lee to the CEO position. With the management team in place, I’m confident we’ll see great things in the future from KYMCO in the US market.”

About KYMCO – KYMCO’s roots in the power sports industry go back to its founding in 1963 as the Kwang Yang Motor Co. Ltd. With headquarters in Kaohsiung, Taiwan, KYMCO has long been a leader in quality, fuel economy and versatility. Today KYMCO is the largest scooter manufacturer in Taiwan, exports to 89 countries worldwide, and manufactures scooters, motorcycles, ATVs and UXV side-by-side vehicles at five ISO-9001 quality accredited plants in Asia.

KYMCO USA, wholly owned by Kwang Yang Motor Co. Ltd., is the exclusive importer/distributor of KYMCO brand products in the United States. With its headquarters, marketing and distribution based in Spartanburg, S.C., KYMCO USA serves more than 700 dealers in the U.S. and Caribbean and is dedicated to building the brand’s reputation and market share through superior value, frequent new product introductions, excellence in dealer network support, participation in enthusiast events, race support and sponsorship, and strategic industry partnerships with organizations such as the National Hot Rod Association (NHRA), Indy Racing League (IRL), Ford Motor Co., Full Throttle (Coca-Cola) and Geico. Learn more at www.KYMCOUSA.com