Victory Motorcycles to Auction off Customized Bikes in 2010
(12/28/2009)
All Proceeds Benefit Families Affected by the Fort Hood Tragedy MEDINA, Minn. (Dec. 4, 2009) – Victory Motorcycles announced today that it will auction two motorcycles to benefit families and soldiers impacted by the Fort Hood tragedy. A custom Victo...
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Snowmobile Freestyle/Back Country Star Chris Burandt Joins Polaris - the Most Terrain Dominating Team in Powersports
(11/06/2009)
Backcountry Adventure to Feature Polaris RMK Sleds MEDINA, MN (Nov. 6, 2009) – In making the switch to ride Polaris RMK snowmobiles, legendary big-air freestyle rider Chris Burandt joins the most terrain dominating team of freestyle riders, backcount...
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Polaris Reports Third Quarter 2009 Results
(10/15/2009)
Company Raises and Narrows 2009 EPS Guidance Range Third Quarter Highlights:
Net income of $0.94 per diluted share for the third quarter 2009 exceeded Company expectations
Sales declined 25% to $436.2 million in the third quarter 2009, in-line w...
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Polaris Names Darin Gould as Race Coordinator for Western Snowmobile Hillclimb Program
(10/09/2009)
Past Jackson Hole Class King will Mentor & Manage Communication MEDINA, MN (Oct. 8, 2009) – Darin Gould, a longtime Polaris snowmobile hillclimber and past winner of a King of the Hill title at the Jackson Hole World Championships has been named ...
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Polaris-RUSH-SnowGoer-2010-Snowmobile-Of-The-Year
(09/09/2009)
MEDINA, MN (Sept. 4, 2009) – The 2010 Polaris 600 RUSH™, a machine that reflects innovative Polaris engineering and delivers Terrain Dominating Control, has been named the 2010 Snow Goer Snowmobile of the Year. The honor is being publicized in the ne...
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Polaris Industries Introduces Electrifying New Neighborhood Vehicle
(08/21/2009)
New Polaris Breeze™ Set to Roll into Dealerships this Fall MEDINA, MN (Aug. 20, 2009) – Polaris Industries Inc. (NYSE: PII) recently announced the release of its new low-emission, electric-powered neighborhood vehicle, the Polaris Breeze™. With more ...
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Polaris Recalls Ranger Side-by-Side Vehicles Due to Fire Hazard
(08/12/2009)
The following product safety recall was voluntarily conducted by the firm in cooperation with the CPSC. Consumers should stop using the product immediately unless otherwise instructed. Products: 2009 Polaris Ranger “Crew” and “6x6” Side-by-Side Recre...
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The Best Gets Better as Polaris Snocross Racing Teams Form Alliance & Add Racers
(08/03/2009)
Hentges & Judnick Teams Form Alliance, Scheuring Team Names Racers MEDINA, MN (July 29, 2009) – Polaris Racing, proven to be the best snocross race team in the circuit, continues to get better. Polaris is proud to announce the alliance between He...
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Polaris Industries Recalls ATVs Due to Fire Hazard
(07/30/2009)
The following product safety recall was voluntarily conducted by the firm in cooperation with the CPSC. Consumers should stop using the product immediately in subfreezing temperatures unless otherwise instructed. Name of Product: 2009 Model Year Pola...
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Polaris Recalls Snowmobiles Due to Loss of Control Hazard
(07/01/2009)
The following product safety recall was voluntarily conducted by the firm in cooperation with the CPSC. Consumers should stop using the product immediately unless otherwise instructed. Name of Product: 2009 Polaris Assault model SnowmobilesUnits: Abo...
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Polaris Industries Inc. to Present at Wachovia Securities’ 19th Annual Mid-Year Equity Conference
(06/18/2009)
MINNEAPOLIS, MN (June 15, 2009) – Polaris Industries Inc. (NYSE: PII) announced today that it will present at Wachovia Securities’ 19th Annual Mid-Year Equity Conference to be held at the InterContinental Hotel in Boston, MA on Wednesday, June 24, 20...
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Polaris Industries Inc. Schedules Second Quarter 2009 Earnings Release And Conference Call
(06/16/2009)
MINNEAPOLIS, MN (June 15, 2009) ---- Polaris Industries Inc. (NYSE: PII) today announced it will release its second quarter 2009 financial results on Thursday, July 16, 2009, and will hold a webcast conference call at 9:00 am Central Time on the same...
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10th Anniversary Victory Vision Motorcycle Earns “Best of the Best” Industry Recognition
(06/02/2009)
Medina, Minn. (May 27, 2009) -- Victory Motorcycles 10th Anniversary Vision Tour bike has been recognized as the top touring motorcycle in the country by the Robb Report in its 21st annual “Best of the Best” issue. “The 10th Anniversary Vision rede...
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Polaris and Local Dealers Provide RANGERs
(05/19/2009)
Polaris Pennsylvania Dealership, Hernley’s, also helping with effort Minneapolis, May 18, 2009 – Polaris Industries today announced the company is working with West Virginia Dealers, Keefer’s and Route 119 Powersports, to provide two RANGER Side-by-S...
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William Yokley’s RANGER RZR Prevails and Rath takes Third at Mountain Ridge GNCC
(05/19/2009)
Minneapolis, May 19, 2009 – William Yokley and his National Guard RANGER RZR took the overall in the UTV race, and Daryl Rath finished third in “4x4 Open” aboard his Sportsman 850 XP EPS, at the Mountain Ridge GNCC UTV Race, in Somerset, Pennsylvania...
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Polaris Announces Creation of On-Road Vehicle Division
(05/18/2009)
New Division Aims to Further Strengthen Company’s Position in Critical On-Road Marketplace MEDINA, Minn. (May 18, 2009) — Polaris Industries Inc. (NYSE: PII) today announced the creation of a new On-Road Vehicle Division to help continue its drive to...
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Engine Block and Battery Heaters Used on Polaris Snowmobiles Recalled Due to Shock Hazard
(05/14/2009)
The following product safety recall was voluntarily conducted by the firm in cooperation with the CPSC. Name of Product: 2009 Widetrak Snowmobiles and Engine Block and Battery HeatersUnits: About 530Importer: Polaris Industries Inc., of Medina, Minn...
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Jagged X Unleashes New RANGER RZR S
(05/14/2009)
Minneapolis, Minn., (5/12/2009) – After two full, successful "Best in The Desert" racing seasons, the Jagged X crew decided to build a whole new race car to defend their two-time championship tradition. Jagged X has been working day and nig...
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RANGER RZR S Wins Again at M4SX
(05/12/2009)
Minneapolis, Minn., (5/11/2009) – The RANGER RZR took another first and sits atop the Short Course class, at the M4SX Stadium Series, proving this racing season is another incredible success for the Side-by-Side. RJ Anderson won the latest round in P...
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Polaris Dealer Advisory Council Members Recognized as MVPs
(05/12/2009)
MEDINA, MN (May 11, 2009) – Polaris Industries Inc. (NYSE: PII) today recognized 17 dealers from across the United States and Canada for their invaluable contributions as members of the Polaris Dealer Advisory Council. The Advisory Council aids Polar...
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RANGER RZR S Strong at WORCS
(05/06/2009)
Holz and Eichner take class firsts Minneapolis, Minn., (5/6/2009) – The RANGER RZR S continues to have a stronghold in the WORCS series with two more class wins and a one-two in the overall at WORCS Round 4, at Honey Lake MX Park, in Milford, Calif. ...
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Polaris/Rath Team Performs as Hurst Hauls into Top Ten Twice
(05/06/2009)
AMA ATV Pro Am/Pro Am Unlimited Motocross – Round 5 – Walnut, Ill.Titan GNCC Open 4x4/Limited 4x4 – Round 6 - Lafayette, Tenn. Medina, Minn., (5/5/2009) - It was another double header weekend for the Polaris/Rath/Duro Team and it proved to be success...
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Polaris Racer Gabe Bunke Receives USCC ‘Iron Man’ Award for Perseverance & Success
(05/04/2009)
Pro-Class Star Has Raced at Every Event in USCC Circuit History MEDINA, MN (May 4, 2009) – At the United States Cross Country (USCC) snowmobile racing circuit’s season awards banquet, the USCC confirmed what everybody already knew: Polaris racer Gabe...
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Polaris Declares Regular Cash Dividend
(04/22/2009)
MINNEAPOLIS (April 21, 2009) — Polaris Industries Inc. (NYSE: PII) today announced the declaration of a regular quarterly $0.39 per share cash dividend payable on May 15, 2009 to shareholders of record at the close of business on May 1, 2009. About P...
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RANGER RZR Does it Again at Terribles 250
(04/22/2009)
Minneapolis, April 21, 2009 –The RANGER RZR is having another strong racing season with more success at Best in the Desert’s, Terribles 250 at Primm. Mark Holz and Matt Parks took the UTV class finishing eight-and-a-half minutes in front of the secon...
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Top 10s for Polaris at Loretta’s
(04/22/2009)
Minneapolis, April 21, 2009 –Polaris had a great Round 5, at GNCC’s Loretta Lynn’s, in Hurricane Mills, Tenn. The Sportsman 850 XP with power steering continues to show it’s a top contender in cross country racing. Rath Racing Racer, Frankie Batista,...
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Polaris Grants $46,500 to ATV Organizations
(04/10/2009)
MINNEAPOLIS, APRIL 9, 2009 – To complete the third year of the company’s T.R.A.I.L.S. grant program, Polaris Industries announced the granting of $46,500 to five organizations in five states. In more than three years, the Polaris T.R.A.I.L.S. Grant P...
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Polaris Successful at Big Buck
(04/07/2009)
Yokley takes first with his RANGER RZR, Batista third on Sportsman XP Minneapolis, April 7, 2009 –Polaris was on the gas at GNCC Round 4, “The Big Buck,” in Union, SC. Reigning Side-by-Side Champ, Polaris/National Guard/Yokley Racing, William Yokley,...
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Extreme Rider Paul Thacker Sets Snowmobile Jump Record of 301 Feet on a Polaris 600 IQ®
(04/06/2009)
Slednecks Star Breaks His Own Record with Jump at Brainerd, MN MEDINA, MN (March 31, 2009) – Polaris snowmobiles not only deliver Terrain Dominating Control, in the hands of high-flying extreme rider Paul Thacker, they deliver world-record flight cap...
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Polaris Industries Recalls Snowmobiles Due to Fire Hazard
(04/06/2009)
The following product safety recall was voluntarily conducted by the firm in cooperation with the CPSC. Name of Product: Polaris SnowmobilesUnits: About 7,200Importer: Polaris Industries Inc., of Medina, Minn.Hazard: The fuel lines on the snowmobiles...
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Sportsman 850 XP Named “ATV of the Year” by Affinity Publishing
(04/01/2009)
Minneapolis, April 1, 2009 – Polaris Industries today announced the Sportsman 850 XP has been awarded “ATV of the Year” by Affinity Publishing. The award is the fourth recognition by an industry publication for the big bore quad. “Polaris would like ...
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Polaris Enters Agreement with Robby Gordon
(03/31/2009)
NASCAR and Off-Road racer to help with product development and marketing initiatives Minneapolis, March 30, 2009 – Polaris Industries today announced the company has entered into a marketing and product development agreement with famed NASCAR and thr...
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Polaris Plans 2nd Snowmobile ‘Assault Camp’; Register at Sneak Peeks to Win Free Trip
(03/30/2009)
Four Lucky Riders Will Win Trips to ‘Assault Camp – Part Deux’MEDINA, MN (March 27, 2009) – After a high-flying inaugural “Assault Camp,” Polaris is making plans for its second annual backcountry snowmobiling event where four lucky riders join three ...
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Polaris Snocross Racers Win 2 ISOC Pro Titles; Hentges Racing Trio Finishes 1-2-3 in Pro Open
(03/26/2009)
TJ Gulla Wins Pro Open Crown, Levi LaVallee Wins Super Stock Title MEDINA, MN (March 23, 2009) – After battling through eight races on the ISOC circuit’s National Tour, three Polaris snocross racers on the Hentges Racing team made history by finishin...
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USCC Racing: Gabe Bunke Wins at Warroad, Corey Davidson Clinches Young Vets’ Title
(03/19/2009)
Davidson Wins Vet 30+ Crown, Bunke is Second in Pro 600 PointsGabe Bunke won the highly competitive Pro 600 race by less than a 1-minute margin to finish second in the Pro 600 points standings and fellow Polaris racer Corey Davidson won his fifth Vet...
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Polaris Names Wes Barker As Vice President Of Operations
(03/12/2009)
MINNEAPOLIS (March 11, 2009) — Polaris Industries Inc. (NYSE: PII) today named Wes Barker as vice president of Operations. Barker brings more than 20 years of global experience driving lean operations and building efficient business cultures. He has ...
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Polaris Racers Win Both Pro Classes at Hayward Snocross in Pursuit of Historic Title Sweep
(03/12/2009)
Brett Bender Wins Pro Open and TJ Gulla Wins Pro Super Stock MEDINA, MN (March 9, 2009) – Polaris snocross racers won both Pro classes in ISOC racing at Hayward, Wis., on March 6-8, and they head to the season finale poised to win points titles in bo...
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Rath Podiums at GNCC Round 2 for Back-to-Back Podiums
(03/12/2009)
Minneapolis, March 9, 2009 –Daryl Rath is proving the Sportsman 850 XP with power steering is a force to be reckoned with in GNCC by hitting the podium again this past weekend, at GNCC Round 2, The General, in Washington, Georgia. Off his third place...
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Polaris Announces Limited Edition ATVs and Side-by-Sides
(03/12/2009)
Minneapolis, March 9, 2009 – Polaris Industries today announced the company’s limited edition ATV and Side-by-Side offerings for Spring, 2009. ATVs 2009 Sportsman 850 XP EPS LE-Tequila Gold Additional features on the limited edition model include:
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Polaris Podiums in Two Race Circuits
(03/11/2009)
Eichner takes third overall in both WORCS Pro ATV and UTV races, Rath takes third at GNCC Minneapolis, March 4, 2009 –It was lucky No. 3 for Polaris this past weekend with Doug Eichner taking third on both his Outlaw 450 and RANGER RZR S at Round 2, ...
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RANGER RZR Continues to Do-It-All on the Racing Scene
(03/11/2009)
Side-by-Side captures King of the Hammers and podiums at WORCS Minneapolis, March 4, 2009 – The RANGER RZR added a few more notches to its belt taking first and second in the King of the Hammers Side-by-Side race and topping the UTV Class at WORCS Ro...
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Polaris Debuts 2010 Snowmobile Lineup, Offering Industry-First, Terrain Dominating Control
(03/11/2009)
New 600 RUSH with PRO-RIDE Chassis, Suspension Introduced as Flagship Performance Model MINNEAPOLIS, MN March 3, 2009 – With 55 years as the industry leader in snowmobile ride and handling, powersports frontrunner Polaris Industries Inc. (NYSE: PII) ...
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Polaris Racers Win Grueling 1,900-Mile Alaska Iron Dog Snowmobile Race in New Record Time
(02/17/2009)
Todd Minnick & Nick Olstad Win With Polaris Terrain Dominating ControlMEDINA, MN (Feb. 16, 2009) – Polaris snowmobiles demonstrated their Terrain Dominating Control as Polaris cross-country racers Todd Minnick and Nick Olstad won the 1,971-mile T...
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Polaris Snocross Racers Win Both Pro Classes in New York, Climb Higher in ISOC Points Standings
(02/17/2009)
TJ Gulla, Shaun Crapo Earn Victories, Levi LaVallee on Podium TwiceMEDINA, MN (February 16, 2009) - Polaris snocross racers won both Pro races, earned four of six Pro-class podium spots and elevated themselves toward the top of the points standings w...
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Polaris ATVs Win Three “Best in Class” Awards from All Terrain Vehicle Magazine
(02/13/2009)
Minneapolis, February 13, 2009 – Polaris Industries today announced Polaris ATVs won three of the six ATV “Best in Class” awards offered by All Terrain Vehicle Magazine. The Sportsman 850 XP won “Best Sport Utility ATV,” the Outlaw 525 IRS took “Best...
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RANGER RZR S Named 2009 Performance Side-by-Side of the Year by ATV/SxS Illustrated Magazine
(02/13/2009)
Minneapolis, February 13, 2009 – Polaris Industries today announced the RANGER RZR S was named “2009 Performance Side-by-Side of the Year” by ATV/SxS Illustrated Magazine. The magazine stated the RANGER RZR S won the award for, “Charging across new g...
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Polaris Snocross Racers Fill Half of Pro Podium Spots at Brainerd; Set Sights on Points Titles
(02/11/2009)
Racers on IQ® Race Sleds Poised to Battle for ISOC Championships MEDINA, MN (Feb. 11, 2009) – Polaris snocross racers captured three of six Pro-class podium spots in February 6-8 ISOC racing at Brainerd, Minnesota, to put themselves in prime position...
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Polaris Announces 2009 Race Teams and Contingency
(02/09/2009)
Polaris to have representation in GNCC, WORCS, AMA ATV Motocross, ITP QuadCross, Best in the Desert, SCORE and Mud Bogging Minneapolis, February 4, 2009 –Polaris will hit the racing circuit full bore this year competing in the Grand National Cross Co...
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Polaris Sportsman 850 XP EPS and RANGER RZR Podium at WORCS
(02/03/2009)
Minneapolis, January 29, 2008 –Don Higbee, Owner of Karst Motorsports, a Polaris dealership in Casper, Wyoming, hit the podium at the first WORCS race of the year in Phoenix, Ariz., on January 25. Higbee was aboard a brand-new, off-the-showroom floor...
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Polaris RUSH™ Will Revolutionize Snowmobile Industry
(01/26/2009)
‘Feel the RUSH’ and Ride Longer, Harder, and Ride Again Tomorrow on the All-New Terrain-Dominating PRO-RIDE RUSH MINNEAPOLIS (January 24, 2009) – Polaris Industries Inc. today launched its Model Year 2010 600 RUSH snowmobile, the first snowmobile wit...
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Polaris Industries Announces Workforce Reduction
(01/23/2009)
Reducing workforce and production capacity in response to weakening retail demand.
Will announce 2008 financial results and 2009 outlook on January 29, 2009.MEDINA, Minn., (January 22, 2009) — Polaris Industries Inc. (NYSE: PII) today announced ...
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Polaris Cross-Country Star Corey Davidson Finishes Third in USCC Red Lake I-500
(01/23/2009)
Davidson Finishes 30 seconds Out of Second After 3 Days of RacingMEDINA, MN (Jan. 18, 2009) – Polaris cross-country racing legend Corey Davidson fought for the lead over three days of grueling racing and finished third in the USCC Red Lake I-500, whi...
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Polaris Finishes Three at DAKAR
(01/21/2009)
First manufacturer with official team sees three of four finish! Minneapolis, January 20, 2009 –The 2009 DAKAR saw 23 ATVs start with only 13 finishing. Of that 13, three were members of Team Polaris! French Racer Hubert Deltrieu, winner of the DAKAR...
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Sportsman 850 XP Tops in France
(01/21/2009)
The Sportsman 850 XP has won “European ATV of the Year” from France’s Quad Passion Magazine. The quads were ranked in five categories; Design, Fit and Finish, Ergonomics; Technical Tracks; Baroud Conditions; and Cross Country Ride. The Sportsman 850 ...
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Polaris Snocross Racers Use Strong Canterbury Finishes to Position Themselves for Points Races
(01/20/2009)
Polaris Pilots Will Push Toward ISOC Titles in 5-Race ‘Second Half’ MEDINA, MN (Jan. 15, 2009) – Polaris snocross racers earned podium spots in all four premiere race classes and amassed valuable points in ISOC racing at the Air Force National presen...
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RANGER RZR Starts 2009 with a Bang!
(01/20/2009)
Jagged X keeps win streak alive, Matt Lube takes WORCS/PIAA eight-hour endurance race Minneapolis, January 14, 2009 – Jagged X picked up the 2009 Best in the Desert Series where they left off in 2008, taking first at the Epic Products Parker 250 for ...
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Polaris Brings ATV Team to DAKAR
(01/08/2009)
Company becomes the first manufacturer to have an official DAKAR race team Minneapolis, January 5, 2009 –For this year’s DAKAR, Polaris will be the first manufacturer to participate with an official ATV Team. Polaris France has four members, racing i...
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Polaris Snocross Racers Swarm ISOC Pro Finals at Ironwood, Fill 4 of 6 Podium Spots
(12/15/2008)
Snocross Results: Levi LaVallee Makes Podium in 2 Pro Finals at Ironwood, MI MEDINA, MN (Dec. 15, 2008) – The Pro-class finals were loaded with Polaris snocross racers, who earned four of six podium positions and piled up valuable championship points...
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Whitecourt, Alberta, Snowmobile Club to Host Polaris Pro Freestyle Snowmobile Air-Offs
(12/11/2008)
X Games Stars – Including Polaris Freestyler Sam Rogers – to Take PartMEDINA, MN (Dec. 9, 2008) – Polaris is teaming up with the Whitecourt (Alberta) Trailblazers Snowmobile Club to present the high-flying action of the Polaris Pro Freestyle Snowmobi...
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RANGER RZR Captures SCORE Championship for Fourth Series Championship this Year
(12/11/2008)
RANGER RZR wins championships with SCORE, BITD, GNCC and WORCS for 2008 Minneapolis, December 11, 2008 –Mark Lindsay and his RANGER RZR captured the SCORE “UTV Sportsman” championship leading the class with 204 points, 40 points ahead of the second-p...
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Jagged X’s RANGER RZR Finishes “Best in the Desert” Series Strong and Takes Championship for Second Year in a Row
(12/09/2008)
Minneapolis, December 9, 2008 – Jagged X and their No. 1919, RANGER RZR finished the “Best in the Desert” series strong with another win at the “Henderson Fabtech Desert Classic” this past weekend. The win finished another dominating season that brou...
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Polaris Launches Webcast Training Sessions to Dealer Network
(12/08/2008)
Medina, Minn, December 8, 2008 – Polaris Industries Inc. has launched the first of many webcast training sessions for their dealerships focused on their newest ATV products, the Sportsman 850 and 550 XP. Through a combination of video, presentations,...
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Polaris' Doug Eichner Crowned 2009 Open Pro ITP QuadCross Series Champion
(12/03/2008)
Minneapolis, Minn., December 3, 2008-On November 30, 2008, the Polaris/Lone Star/Eichner Racing team prepared ATV racing legend and Multi-Time World and National Champion Doug Eichner for the ninth and final round of the ITP QuadCross race held at Gl...
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Polaris Industries Inc. to Present at Wedbush Morgan Micro-Small-Mid-Cap Conference
(12/03/2008)
MINNEAPOLIS, MN. December 1, 2008 – Polaris Industries Inc. (NYSE: PII) announced today that it will present at the Wedbush Morgan Micro-Small-Mid-Cap Conference at The Fairmont Hotel in Santa Monica, California on Wednesday, December 10, 2008 at 11:...
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Victory Vision Named Top Touring Bike by U.K.’s Leading Motorcycle Magazine
(12/01/2008)
Motor Cycle News Honors Victory Vision in Bike’s First Year in EnglandMEDINA, MN (Dec. 1, 2008) – The award-winning Victory Vision is now an international award winner, as it was recently named “Tourer of the Year” by Motor Cycle News, the U.K.’s lar...
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Polaris Racers Win Both Semi-Pro Classes at Duluth Snocross; Earn Pro Podium Spots
(12/01/2008)
Bobby LePage, Dylan Martin Open ISOC Season With Semi-Pro WinsPolaris racers swept the Semi-Pro classes and earned podium positions in both the Pro classes at the ISOC season opener held November 28-30 in Duluth, Minnesota.Polaris racer Bobby LePage ...
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Polaris Will Host Four Lucky Riders at Western ‘Assault Camp,’ Led by Three Primo Free-Riders
(12/01/2008)
REGISTRATION DEADLINE is DEC. 7, 2008, for Chance at Backcountry TripMEDINA, MN (Nov. 26, 2008) – It’s “exciting” to step onto the rails of the all-new Polaris Assault RMK, the only stock sled purpose-built to mercilessly rip the backcountry. But it ...
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Polaris Offers Snocross Fans FREE Pit Passes for ISOC National Races
(11/11/2008)
Participating Polaris Dealers Have Passes That Provide FREE Pit AccessPolaris is helping snocross fans get close to their favorite racers by offering a limited number of FREE passes into the pit area at Amsoil Championship Snocross Series (ACSS) race...
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Polaris RANGER RZR Crushes at Heartland Challenge
(11/11/2008)
Minneapolis, Minn., Nov. 11, 2008- The Polaris RANGER RZR continues its winning ways, this time taking two of the three podium spots overall, at the first-annual Heartland Challenge UTV endurance race, in Carlisle, Iowa. The three-hour UTV race, saw ...
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Eichner Doubles the Fun and Claims Pro ATV Win at the Ricky Johnson Off-Road GP
(11/11/2008)
Saturday, November 8, 2008 was a fast, furious and winning day for the Polaris / Lone Star / Eichner Racing Team. Eichner, straight off the track from his Pro win at the Lake Elsinore Grand Prix, along with support from his trusted motor builder, Geo...
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Polaris/Rath Sportsman 850 XP EPS Hauls at Heartland Challenge
(11/11/2008)
Minneapolis, November 11, 2008- It was a weekend about firsts. This was the first-annual Heartland Challenge, it was the first time the new Polaris Sportsman 850 XP EPS competed at an AMA /ATVA Sanctioned event, and it was the first time a Polaris 85...
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Polaris / Lone Star / Eichner Racing's Doug Eichner takes Ninth Pro Win at the 40th Anniversary Lake Elsinore Grand Prix
(11/11/2008)
Minneapolis, Minn, November 11, 2008-Saturday, November 8, 2008 marked the 40th anniversary of the Historic Elsinore Grand Prix. Eichner is no stranger to the Lake Elsinore Grand Prix and considers it to be one of his most enjoyable races. Friday bef...
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Team High Lifter-Polaris Sweeps the Podium at the Tennessee Mudfest
(11/10/2008)
Shreveport, November 5, 2008 – Lebanon, Tennessee saw its first organized mud bog competition at the Wilson County Fairgrounds. Gooches Powersports of Nashville hosted “The High Lifter Pro Series Racing” event and invited all the bog teams from acros...
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Team High Lifter-Polaris Racing Continues Their Winning Streak at Mudstock
(11/10/2008)
Shreveport, November 5, 2008 – Team High Lifter-Polaris Racing continues to keep their winning streak going competing at Mudstock held at Mud Creek Off Road Park, in Jacksonville, Texas, on October 11. This year, Mudstock featured the Swampcross, Bud...
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Polaris RANGER RZR takes 2008 Racing Season by Storm
(11/03/2008)
Jagged X, Eichner and Yokley win series Minneapolis, October 31, 2008 – The Polaris RANGER RZR continues to be a force by impressively taking the Best in the Desert, WORCS and GNCC racing championships for 2008. “Polaris Racing is very excited to hav...
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Doug Eichner Brings Home WORCS UTV National Championship
(11/03/2008)
Minneapolis, Minn, Oct. 30, 2008-Honolulu Hills, ironically named for the desert type terrain of Taft, California, was home to the final round of the World Off-Road Championship Series, held October 23 - 25. Eichner had his sights on two things - top...
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Polaris Schedules 2008 Third Quarter Earings Release And Conference Call
(10/27/2008)
MINNEAPOLIS (October 1, 2008) ---- Polaris Industries Inc. (NYSE: PII) announced today that it will release financial results for its third quarter 2008 the morning of Tuesday, October 14, 2008. The Company has scheduled a conference call to discuss ...
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Polaris Declares Regular Cash Dividend; Appoints CEO Scott Wine To Board Of Directors
(10/23/2008)
MINNEAPOLIS (October 23, 2008) — Polaris Industries Inc. (NYSE: PII) today announced the declaration of a regular quarterly $0.38 per share cash dividend payable on November 17, 2008 to shareholders of record at the close of business on November 3, 2...
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Doug Eichner Charges to the Checkers at ITP QuadCross Round 8
(10/22/2008)
Doug Eichner continuing his charge on behalf of the Polaris/Lone Star/Eichner Racing Team, bringing home the Open Pro win aboard the Polaris Outlaw 525 S, at the ITP QuadCross Round 8, held October 18-19. The ITP QuadCross was held at the Competitive...
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Polaris/Rath Racing’s Landon Hurst Podiums at Pismo
(10/14/2008)
October 14, 2008 - Landon Hurst piloted his Outlaw 450MXR to a second place Pro finish at the famous Pismo Beach Race, at Oceano Dunes, in Pismo Beach, Calif., on October 12. Endurance riding in the sand, which gets rougher and rougher and more whoop...
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Polaris/Rath Racing Launches New Web Site
(10/14/2008)
Minneapolis, October 13, 2008 – Get up-to-the-minute information about the Polaris/Rath Racing Team on their new site, www.polarisrathteam.com. The newly-created site brings the race team to life for every fan, sponsor and enthusiasts alike. It featu...
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Polaris Reports Third Quarter 2008 Results, Sales Grew Seven Percent To A Record $580.3 Million
(10/14/2008)
Third Quarter Highlights:
Results exceeded the Company’s expectations driven by strong ATV sales primarily from growth in the RANGER™ side by side business, increased PG&A and International sales
Sales reached a record of $580.3 million in th...
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Jagged X RANGER RZR Wins Best in the Desert’s Bilek Silver State 300
(10/08/2008)
The Jagged X/Polaris Racing number 1919 team was able to pull off another win at the Bilek Silver State 300, in Mesquite Nevada. Jagged X started in second place with a smaller-than-usual field of only five vehicles. The Mesquite venue was billed as ...
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Polaris Postpones Sand Riot 2008
(10/08/2008)
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Sand Riot, scheduled for Friday, November 21-Sunday, November 23, in Glamis, Calif., has been postponed. Polaris will make an announcement on the new date in the future.About PolarisWith annual 2007 sales of $1.8 billion, Polaris desig...
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Polaris Presents Sand Riot 2008 in Conjunction with H-Bomb Films
(09/23/2008)
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Polaris Industries will present the second-annual Sand Riot in conjunction with H-Bomb Films. The three-day dune extravaganza will include demos of the 2009 Polaris Outlaws and RANGERs, customized Polaris vehicles, live DJs and bands, ...
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Eichner Soars Aboard the Polaris Outlaw 525 S
(09/23/2008)
The hot Arizona temperatures and Doug Eichner both soared at Round 7 of the ITP QuadCross Series held Saturday, September 20, 2008. The temperatures at Arizona's Speedworld were more than 100 degrees during the day which made for grueling practice se...
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Factory Polaris/Rath Rider Frank Batista Finds Home on Snowshoe Mountain GNCC Podium
(09/17/2008)
Minneapolis, September 17, 2008-The Factory Polaris/ Rath /Dunlop Team headed from Minnesota to another well-known winter haven, Snowshoe Mountain, last weekend to compete in the Round 10 GNCC Cross Country event. This may be a ski resort but last we...
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Polaris Industries Inc. to Present at Thomas Weisel Partners 2008 Consumer Conference
(09/17/2008)
MINNEAPOLIS, MN. September 17, 2008 – Polaris Industries Inc. (NYSE: PII) announced today that it will present at Thomas Weisel Partners 2008 Consumer Conference at the Mandarin Oriental New York on Monday, September 22, 2008 at 2:05 pm ET. Michael M...
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RIDER Magazine Praises the Comfort, Power & Handling of the Victory Vision Tour
(09/15/2008)
Legendary motorcycle journalist Clement Salvadore rode the Victory Vision Tour to Death Valley and sang the praises of the luxury-touring bike in an article titled “Vision Quest,” that appeared in the June 2008 issue of the magazine.
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Team High Lifter-Polaris Racing Battles Adversity in Mississippi
(09/11/2008)
Minneapolis, September 11, 2008 – The Members of Team High Lifter-Polaris Racing were not about to let the threat of hurricane Gustov keep them from racing as they made their way to the ATV Mudfest in Perkinston, Mississippi, just outside of Gulfport...
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Polaris Announces Factory Support for the Yokley Racing/National Guard GNCC Team
(09/10/2008)
Yokley to race Polaris Outlaw and RANGER RZR in GNCC Minneapolis, September 10, 2008 – Polaris Industries today announced Polaris Racing will support the Yokley Racing/National Guard race team for the 2009 Grand National Cross Country (GNCC) season. ...
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Jagged X’s RANGER RZR Dominates “Vegas to Reno”
(08/27/2008)
Minneapolis, August 27, 2008 –Jagged X and their No. 1919 RANGER RZR repeated history and continued to dominate the Best in the Desert Series by taking their second “Vegas to Reno” win. The team finished the race in 17 hours and 26 minutes, a full ho...
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Polaris / Lonestar / Eichner Racing Team Demonstrate True Grit at WORCS Round 6
(08/22/2008)
Minneapolis, Aug. 22, 2008 - The Polaris / Lonestar / Eichner Racing team showed determination at the World Off-Road Championship Series race held in Olympia, Washington, August 15 - 17, 2008. Team Captain, Doug Eichner, who entered WORCS Round 6 wit...
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Daryl Rath Puts a Polaris Sportsman on the Podium - Spartan GNCC- Round 7
(06/04/2008)
Minneapolis, June 4, 2008 –The 2008 season is quickly becoming a memorable year as the Polaris/Rath relationship is off and racing. Once again, the Polaris/Rath/Dunlop team made a little history. The anticipation has been growing since the announceme...
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Polaris Ind Expands Recall of ATVS Due to Fire Hazard
(06/04/2008)
The following product safety recall was voluntarily conducted by the firm in cooperation with the CPSC. Consumers should stop using the product immediately unless otherwise instructed. Name of Product: Polaris All-Terrain Vehicles (ATVs)Units: About ...
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RANGER RZR Continues to Dominate Race Circuits
(05/27/2008)
Past weekend brings wins in WORCS and BITD Minneapolis, May 22, 2008 –The RANGER RZR dominated the WORCS and Best in the Desert races this past weekend with two podium finishes at the Hollister Hills WORCS race and two podiums at BITD’s Bluewater Gra...
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Polaris Obtains Favorable Settlement in Patent and Trade Dress Rights Infringement Suit
(05/27/2008)
Company Brought Action Against Jerrico and CSK for import and sale of ATVs MINNEAPOLIS (May 21, 2008) – Polaris Industries Inc. (NYSE:PII), a powersports company, today announced a favorable result regarding the enforcement of its intellectual proper...
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Polaris Grant Program Tops $700,000 in Aid to Local, State and National ATV Organizations
(05/21/2008)
$108,400 in New Funds Announced MINNEAPOLIS, May 20, 2008 – Polaris Industries is proud to announce the completion of its second year of T.R.A.I.L.S. grants. In more than two years, the Polaris T.R.A.I.L.S. Grant Program has granted $700,057 in funds...
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Polaris Sportsman 800 Touring Named “ATV of the Year” by Affinity Powersports Media’s ATV Magazine
(05/21/2008)
Minneapolis, May 14, 2008 – Polaris Industries today announced the Sportsman 800 Touring was named “ATV of the Year” by Affinity Powersports Media’s ATV Magazine. The ATV also received a “Best in Class” award for being the “Best Two-Passenger ATV.” T...
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Polaris Outlaw Dominates Dakar Series
(05/20/2008)
Outlaw podiums in First and Third Minneapolis, May 7, 2008 –The Outlaw 525 IRS is seeing successes abroad. In the recent Dakar Series, the Outlaw 525 IRS finished on the podium in First and Third place. The race, which took place in Hungary and Roman...
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Jagged X’s RANGER RZR Puts on Impressive Show at Best in the Desert’s “Terrible 250”
(04/29/2008)
Minneapolis, April 29, 2008 – Jagged X and their No. 1919, RANGER RZR made an impressive comeback to finish second at Best in the Desert’s, “Terrible 250,” held in Primm, Nevada, on April 19. With a total of 15 entries, Jagged X’s RANGER RZR, pi...
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Polaris Declares Regular Cash Dividend
(04/27/2008)
MINNEAPOLIS (April 25, 2008) — Polaris Industries Inc. (NYSE: PII) today announced the declaration of a regular quarterly $0.38 per share cash dividend payable on May 15, 2008 to shareholders of record at the close of business on May 1, 2008. Ab...
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Team High Lifter-Polaris Racing Shine at Mud Nationals
(04/24/2008)
Minneapolis, April 25, 2008 – Team High Lifter-Polaris Racing had a great showing at the 2008 High Lifter ATV Mud Nationals, held at Mud Creek Off-Road Park, in Jacksonville, Texas. The week long extravaganza featured spectacular mud riding, spec...
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Polaris /Lone Star/Eichner Racing Team Deliver Blazing Performances at the ITP QuadCross Round 2
(04/16/2008)
The Polaris/Lone Star/Eichner Racing Team rolled into the Arizona Cycle Park under the hot sky of Buckey, Arizona for round 2 of the ITP QuadCross Series, held April 13. With continued dominance aboard the Polaris Outlaw 525S, Doug Eichner deliv...
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Polaris Reports Record First Quarter 2008 Results; EPS Increased 62% On 22% Sales Growth
(04/13/2008)
First Quarter Highlights: First quarter results exceeded Company’s expectations despite economic headwinds Sales grew 22% to $388.7 million – all product lines produced sales growth during the quarter Earnings from continuing operations per di...
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Polaris Hillclimbers Prove Rocky Mountain King Truly is “The King” With Dominating Performance
(04/06/2008)
Keith Curtis Wins 3 Stock Titles, Wins ‘King of Kings’ on Stock 800 RMK at 2008 World Championship Jackson Hole Hill Climb MEDINA, MN (April 7, 2008) – Racers like “King of Kings” Keith Curtis added to the legendary history of Polaris Deep Sno...
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Polaris Schedules First Quarter 2008 Earnings Release And Conference Call
(04/01/2008)
MINNEAPOLIS (April 2, 2008) ---- Polaris Industries Inc. (NYSE: PII) announced today that it will release financial results for its first quarter 2008 on the morning of Tuesday, April 15, 2008. The Company has scheduled a conference call to disc...
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Polaris Oval Racing Star Nick Van Strydonk Named USSA Driver of the Year for 2007-2008
(03/27/2008)
17-Year-Old Was Circuit’s High-Point Driver with Three Class Titles MEDINA, MN (March 27, 2008) – While most high school juniors hope to scrounge up gas money or get a prom date, Polaris snowmobile racer Nick Van Strydonk is focused on loftier goals ...
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Polaris Racers Continue the Domination; Winning Four Premier WPSA Points Titles
(03/27/2008)
Polaris Decimates the Competition and Rules WPSA Season-End Awards MEDINA, MN (March 27, 2008) – Polaris snocross racers completed another dominating season on the WPSA race circuit by winning season points titles in Pro Open, Pro Women’s Super ...
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Back-Country Free-Riders Drop, Huck and Whip the Aggressive New Polaris 800 Assault RMK
(03/27/2008)
The First True Production “Sledneck” Targeted Snowmobile Teams Up with the Best Back-Country Free-Riders in North America. MEDINA, MN (March 20, 2008) – The all-new king of back-country riding, the 2009 Polaris 800 Assault RMK, will be in extr...
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Polaris/Lone Star/Eichner Racing Team Celebrate More than Easter at WORCS Round 3
(03/25/2008)
The Polaris/Lone Star/Eichner Racing Team enjoyed a warm Easter weekend and an awesome team performance at WORCS Round 3, held March 21-23, 2008, at Lake Havasu, Arizona. The relaxed, but always-focused and determined ATV racing super-star, Doug...
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Eichner Extends Relationship with Polaris
(03/18/2008)
MEDINA, MN (March 19, 2008) – Polaris Industries today announced Factory Racer and Professional ATV Racing Icon, Doug Eichner has extended his racing commitment with the company. The contract has Eichner racing the Polaris Outlaw in WORCS and other...
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Polaris Racers Punctuate Winning Performance, Claim Four Premier WPSA Points Titles
(03/16/2008)
Polaris Racers Win Pro Open, Pro Women & Both Semi-Pro Crowns MEDINA, MN (March 17, 2008) – Polaris snocross racers completed another dominating season on the WPSA race circuit by winning season points titles in Pro Open, Pro Women’s Super St...
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Polaris Announces 2008 RANGER Race Teams
(03/12/2008)
Minneapolis, March 13, 2008 – With more opportunities in 2008 to race side by sides, Polaris RANGER hopes to continue their 2007 successes. Polaris will have RANGER race teams competing in the Grand National Cross Country series (GNCC), World Off R...
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How The West Was Won - Polaris / Lone Star / Eicher Racing Team Claims Victories At Round 1 Of The ITP Quadcross
(03/11/2008)
MEDINA, MN (March 12, 2008) – Polaris Industries, Inc. is thrilled with the performance of the Polaris/Lone Star/Eichner Racing Team as they demonstrated the abilities of their high-powered Polaris Outlaws showing “how the West was won” at Round 1 of...
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Polaris Rolls Out New Snowmobile Line-up That Brings Dominant Products and Performance to Riders in Every Segment
(03/09/2008)
New Model Year 2009 Sleds Deliver on Polaris' Tradition of Superior Ride and Handling MINNEAPOLIS, March 7, 2008 – Polaris Industries Inc. (NYSE: PII), the leader of Ride and Handling in the snowmobile industry for over 54 years, today announce...
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Polaris to offer a WPSA QTC Kit for Sportsman 700 and 800
(03/09/2008)
Minneapolis, March 07, 2008 – Polaris Industries today announced that PURE Polaris will offer a WPSA QT Kit for their Sportsman 700 and 800 models. The kit, which will be used by Daryl Rath on his Sportsman 700 for WPSA’s Quad Terrain track, is ...
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Polaris Announces Increase in First Quarter 2008 Sales and Earnings per Share Guidance; Reaffirms Full Year 2008 Guidance
(02/28/2008)
Raising first quarter 2008 earnings from continuing operations guidance to $0.44 to $0.49 per diluted share on expected first quarter 2008 sales growth of 15 to 18 percent Reaffirms guidance of 3 to 5 percent sales growth and earnings from continu...
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Eichner and Butler Take Classes at Mesquite WORCS Race
(02/27/2008)
Eichner finishes first in “Rhino Mod,” Butler in “Women A” Minneapolis, Feb. 28, 2008 – The Polaris/Lone Star/Eichner Racing team rolled out of the Mesquite, NV WORCS with a win in the “Rhino Mod” class and their second first place of the season...
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Polaris Industries Inc. Recalls ATVs Due to Risk of Injury to Riders
(02/27/2008)
The following product safety recall was voluntarily conducted by the firm in cooperation with the CPSC. Consumers should stop using the product immediately unless otherwise instructed. Name of Product: Certain “Outlaw IRS” ATVs, Model Year 2006-2008...
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Polaris Industries Inc. to present at the Raymond James Institutional Investors Conference
(02/27/2008)
MINNEAPOLIS, MN. February 26, 2008 – Polaris Industries Inc. (NYSE: PII) announced today that it will present at the Raymond James 29th Annual Institutional Investors Conference at The Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress in Orlando, Florida on Monday, March ...
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Polaris Cross-Country Racer Aaron Christensen Wins USCC Pro Open Class at Brainerd
(02/25/2008)
Christensen and Gabe Bunke Are in Hunt for ‘Triple Crown’ & Points Titles MEDINA, MN (Feb. 25, 2008) – Polaris cross-country racer Aaron Christensen won the Ryde FX Pro Open Class on his Polaris IQ® race sled at the United States Cross Count...
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Xtreme Riders Pilot Polaris Snowmobiles on World Record-Setting Jumps
(02/21/2008)
Paul Thacker Braves Winds to Soar Record 271 Feet at Shakopee, MN MEDINA, MN (Feb. 20, 2008) – A double dose of Polaris Liberty® power, guts and the desire to fly propelled extreme snowmobilers Paul Thacker and Delene Dippel to world record-le...
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Riders Can Get First Look at Hot New 2009 Polaris Snowmobiles at ‘Sneak Peek’ Events
(02/21/2008)
2009 Manufacturer Sneak Peek Tour will Showcase the Latest 2009 Snowmobiles at Cities Across the Snowbelt MEDINA, MN (Feb. 21, 2008) – Polaris and the other three major snowmobile manufacturers are offering riders the opportunity to see all the hot n...
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Polaris Snocross Racers Overflow the Podium at Valcourt, Winning 3 of 4 Classes Contested
(02/21/2008)
Polaris Racers Sweep Pro Classes, Run 1-2-3-4 in Pro Super Stock MEDINA, MN (Feb. 17, 2008) – Polaris snocross strengthened their WPSA stronghold on the points leads in the premier classes as they won both Pro titles and one of two Semi-Pro titl...
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Polaris Oval Racer Dustin Wahl Sweeps All Three Pro Champ Finals at Valcourt Grand Prix
(02/21/2008)
Ice Oval Star Dominates Premier Class at Historic Quebec Track MEDINA, MN (Feb. 20, 2008) – It was fitting that in hockey-mad Canada, Polaris ice oval racer Dustin Wahl scored a hat trick. The Greenbush, Minnesota, racer won the Pro Champ class ...
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Polaris Announces ATV Racing Contingency
(02/18/2008)
Contingency spans eight racing series Minneapolis, Feb. 19, 2008 – Polaris Industries today announced the company is offering an industry-leading ATV race contingency program for all youth and adult classes, in eight ATV racing series, with a total p...
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Polaris Industries Expands Recall of ATVs Due to Fire Hazard
(02/13/2008)
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwi...
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Polaris Racer Doug Eichner takes Saboba Grand Prix
(02/11/2008)
Eichner wins race on Outlaw 525 S with commanding lead Minneapolis, Feb. 11, 2008 – Polaris celebrates and congratulates, ATV Racing Legend, Doug Eichner on his Pro win at the two-hour Saboba Grand Prix, Sunday February 9-10, on the Outlaw 525 S...
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Polaris Announces New Limited Edition 2008 RANGER Models
(02/07/2008)
Minneapolis, Feb. 8, 2008 – Polaris Industries today announced its new hardest working, smoothest riding 2008 Limited Edition (LE) RANGER Side by Sides. The lineup includes five, customized models which will be available at select US and Canadian d...
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Polaris Announces Limited Edition ATVs for 2008
(02/07/2008)
Minneapolis, Feb. 8, 2008 – Polaris Industries today announced the company’s limited edition ATV offerings for 2008. ATV enthusiasts will be able to get “The World’s Toughest ATVs” in six limited edition packages. New 2008 Polaris LE ATV models...
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Polaris Outlaw Riders Bring Home A Little Sunshine from WORCS, Round 1
(02/03/2008)
The Polaris /Lone Star/Eichner Racing team weathered the storms at Round 1 of the World Off-Road Championship Series (WORCS) at Speedworld, in Phoenix, Arizona January 25-27 bringing home a little sunshine from the team's initial outing. With th...
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Polaris Reports 2007 Fourth Quarter And Full Year Results; Full Year 2007 EPS From Continued Operations Increased 14% On 7% Sales Growth
(01/28/2008)
Highlights Fourth quarter and full year results met Company’s expectations in a tough economic environment Fourth quarter 2007 sales increased 21% and earnings per diluted share increased 15% while dealer inventories declined in the fourth quar...
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Flippin’ for Gold: Polaris Racer Levi LaVallee Makes History With Snowmobile Freestyle Win
(01/27/2008)
Second X Games 12 Gold Gives Him Medals in Four Disciplines MEDINA, MN (Jan. 28, 2008) – Polaris snocross racer Levi LaVallee made Winter X Games history on Sunday by becoming the first competitor to win medals in four different snowmobile discipline...
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Polaris Snocross Racer Levi LaVallee Scores First-Ever Gold in X Games Speed & Style as Polaris Athletes Finish Sweep Podium
(01/24/2008)
Racing Star Dominates to Open Quest for Three Golds in One Games MEDINA, MN (Jan. 25, 2008) – Polaris snocross racer Levi LaVallee became the answer to a trivia question on Thursday night. The question? “Who was the first to win the gold medal...
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Polaris Snocross Racers Depart Unusual Race Weekend With Points Leads, Hunger for Wins
(01/24/2008)
Polaris Racers Head to X Games With Solid Footing in Points Races MEDINA, MN (Jan. 29, 2008) – Polaris snocross racers left wintry West Yellowstone, Montana, hungry for more WPSA wins, but pleased to be standing strong in the season points rac...
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Polaris Industries Announces Increase In Share Repurchase Authorization And Declares Increase In Cash Dividend
(01/23/2008)
Board of Directors approves a 3.5 million share increase in share repurchase authorizationApproves a 12 percent increase in the regular quarterly cash dividend MINNEAPOLIS (January 24, 2008) Polaris Industries Inc. (NYSE:PII) announced today t...
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Tiller to Step Down as Polaris CEO at End of 2008
(01/15/2008)
Medina, MN, (January 16, 2008) -- Polaris Industries Inc. (NYSE: PII) announced today that its Chief Executive Officer, Tom Tiller, expects to step down from his position by the end of 2008 when his current employment contract expires. Tiller, 46, ha...
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Polaris Announces 2008 Factory Racing Sponsorships
(01/13/2008)
Minneapolis, January 14, 2008 – Polaris Industries is going full throttle into the ATV racing season with the company’s biggest effort, to date, in factory racing sponsorships. For 2008, Polaris will have racers competing in the Grand National Cros...
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RANGER RZR Starts Off New Year with a Bang
(01/09/2008)
One, Two, Three at first Best in the Desert Race Minneapolis, January 9, 2008 – Continuing its winning ways in 2008, the RANGER RZR took all three podium spots at Best in the Desert’s Epic Racing Products Parker “250” in Parker, AZ. With 19 Side...
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Canadian Couple Completes Cross-Continent Quadtrek on Polaris ATVs
(01/09/2008)
Sportsman 800 X2s carried couple from Canada to Mexico in six months Minneapolis, January 9, 2008 – Marc Joinville and France Labonté have spent the last six months traveling cross-continent on their Polaris Sportsman 800 X2s. At the beginning o...
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Polaris Schedules Fourth Quarter And Full Year Earnings Release And Conference Call
(01/02/2008)
MINNEAPOLIS (January 2, 2008) ---- Polaris Industries Inc. (NYSE: PII) announced today that it will release financial results for its fourth quarter and full year 2007 the morning of Tuesday, January 29, 2008. The Company has scheduled a confe...
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Jagged X’s RANGER RZR Strikes Again
(12/10/2007)
The RANGER RZR wins Henderson’s Terrible 400 and 2007 Class Champ Chase Minneapolis, Dec. 11, 2007 – Jagged X’s Polaris RANGER RZR finished the Best in the Desert season with a bang dominating both the Henderson’s Terrible 400 and finishing firs...
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Polaris ‘Winning Riders’ Program Awards Funds to State & Provincial Snowmobile Associations
(12/06/2007)
Organizations Can Use Funds for the Programs of Their Choice MEDINA, MN (December 6, 2007) – For the third consecutive year, Polaris has made contributions through its “Winning Riders” program to state and provincial snowmobile associations base...
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Polaris Facility Achieves Leed Certification
(12/06/2007)
Wyoming, MN site honored for its sustainable green building practices MINNEAPOLIS (December 6, 2007) — Polaris Industries Inc. today announced that its Research & Development site in Wyoming, MN has officially achieved the coveted Leadership...
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Polaris Recalls Certain Ranger Utility Vehicles Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
(12/02/2007)
The following product safety recall was voluntarily conducted by the firm in cooperation with the CPSC. Consumers should stop using the product immediately unless otherwise instructed. Name of Product: Model Year 2008 Polaris Ranger RZR 800 EFI U...
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Polaris Finishes Longest Baja 1000 on First Outing
(11/29/2007)
Polaris team finishes fifth on Outlaw 525 IRS Minneapolis, Nov. 29, 2007 – The Polaris Outlaw continues to flex its muscle in the racing world, this time by finishing the longest Baja 1000 on its first attempt. Hancock Racing, consisting of J...
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Polaris Offers Snocross Fans ‘Hot Seats’ Up Close to the Action in Custom Polaris RANGER
(11/27/2007)
Winners Will Watch WPSA Finals from ‘Hot Seats RANGER’ in Infield MEDINA, MN (November 21, 2007) – Polaris is offering snocross racing fans the best seats in the house for Pro finals at WPSA National events through its “Hot Seats RANGER” promo...
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DOMINATION in DULUTH: Polaris Snocross Racers Rule in WPSA Season Opener
(11/25/2007)
Polaris Wins 10 of 12 Podium Spots, Finishes 1-2-3-4-5 in Pro Super Stock MEDINA, MN (Nov. 26, 2007) – The competition would probably like a “do-over” after the Polaris snocross racers exploded out of the gate and completely decimated t...
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Polaris Defense Introduces Multi-Passenger Military Vehicle
(11/25/2007)
Company Delivers First MVRS800 to the Army MINNEAPOLIS (November 26, 2007) — Polaris Industries Inc. today announced the Company has delivered a military version of Polaris’ “Hardest Working, Smoothest Riding” RANGER™ utility vehicle to the U....
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Polaris Snowmobile Racing Contingency Program Offers Over $350,000 to Winning Racers
(11/19/2007)
Racers Earn Awards for Race Wins and Season Points Titles MEDINA, MN (November 19, 2007) – Polaris is offering one of the sport’s most lucrative racing contingency programs to Polaris racers who this season win weekend titles, season points ti...
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Eichner Ends 2007 WORCS Season with a Bang
(11/15/2007)
MEDINA, MN (Nov. 16, 2007) –Polaris Factory Racer, and professional ATV racing legend Doug Eichner finished the 2007 WORCS racing season with complete domination at the final race of the WORCS series in Taft California. Not only did he out run th...
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The 2008 Polaris 800 Dragon® RMK® is Named Snowmobile of the Year by Off-Road.com
(11/14/2007)
New Engine & New RAW RMK Chassis Impress Test Riders MEDINA, MN (November 15, 2007) – This winter will be a treat for deep snow riders on the new Polaris 800 Dragon® RMK®, which Off-Road.com recently named the 2008 Snowmobile of the Year f...
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Worldwide Winning Performance: Polaris Wins Swedish Pro 440 Title for 5th Straight Season
(11/14/2007)
Marcus Evensson Pilots the Polaris IQ® Race Sled to the Swedish Crown MEDINA, MN (November 15, 2007) – In any language, on any continent, Polaris stands for “Winning Performance”. This past season it was proven again as Polaris captured the...
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Polaris Continues to Raise the Bar with T.R.A.I.L.S. Grant Program
(11/12/2007)
$591,657 Given to Local, State & National ATV Organizations MINNEAPOLIS, November 12, 2007 – Polaris Industries is proud to announce the completion of its second year of T.R.A.I.L.S. grants. In two years, the Polaris T.R.A.I.L.S. Grant Pr...
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Judnick Motorsports & Snocross Champion Ross Martin Extend Their Contracts With Polaris
(11/09/2007)
Team Also Adds Jack Links Beef Jerky as Major Sponsor MEDINA, MN (Nov. 4, 2007) – The powerful Judnick Motorsports snocross racing team and its leading rider, Pro Open champion Ross Martin, have signed three-year contract extensions with Polar...
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Outlaw 525 IRS Shines in the Best In The Desert Avi 150 U.S. Championship
(11/08/2007)
MEDINA, MN (Nov. 9, 2007) –Polaris Factory Racer and ATV racing legend, Doug Eichner, is no stranger to desert racing as evidenced by his multiple Best in the Desert Championship titles, SCORE Championship titles and past winner of the prestigious...
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Polaris Presents First “Sand Riot”
(11/06/2007)
MEDINA, MN (Nov. 7, 2007) –What do you get when you mix ATVs, Side by Sides, bands and sand? One awesome event! Polaris will be hosting the first-ever “Sand Riot” in Glamis, Calif., November 30-December 2. Along with checking out all the modified ...
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Polaris Industries Inc. Recalls Certain Snowmobiles Due to Fire Hazard
(11/06/2007)
The following product safety recall was voluntarily conducted by the firm in cooperation with the CPSC. Consumers should stop using the product immediately unless otherwise instructed. Name of Product: Snowmobiles Units: About 28,000 Manufacturer: Po...
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Polaris Snocross Racers Are Focused on Thanksgiving Weekend Season Opener
(11/05/2007)
Race Teams Make Final Adjustments to New 600 IQ® Race Sleds MEDINA, MN (Nov. 5, 2007) – Polaris snocross racers are eagerly looking forward to Thanksgiving weekend, but not because of turkey dinners and football. No, the high-flying Pol...
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Polaris Dominates First GNCC Side by Side Race
(11/05/2007)
Minneapolis, Nov. 2, 2007 – At this past weekend’s GNCC Ironman in Crawfordsville, Ind., Polaris Side by Sides were out in full force for the first-ever GNCC Side by Side race. The race, dominated by RANGER side by sides both in entry and results, wa...
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Eichner Dominates the Sand with Outlaw 525 S
(10/25/2007)
Polaris Factory Racer Doug Eichner was smokin’ in the sand this past weekend at the WORCS race at Pismo Beach. Eichner, aboard the Polaris Outlaw 525 S, pulled the holeshot and never looked back, winning the race by more than two and a half minutes.E...
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Team High Lifter Polaris Racing Dominate at Mudstock
(10/21/2007)
MINNEAPOLIS (October 19, 2007) —Team High Lifter Polaris Racing continues to rule the mud with another impressive showing at Gap Broadcasting’s Can-Am Mudstock 2007 Presented by Gorilla Axle, held at Mud Creek Off Road Park, in Jacksonville, Texas...
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Polaris Employees Ride for Cancer
(10/18/2007)
MINNEAPOLIS (October 19, 2007) —To raise money for the American Cancer Society, a group of Polaris employees made the journey from their Research & Development facility in Wyoming, Minn. to the birthplace of Polaris, Roseau, Minn. The trek...
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Polaris Side by Sides Dominate BITD Vegas 300
(10/15/2007)
Polaris continues to flex its muscle in Side by Side racing most recently taking first and third place in Best in the Desert’s Vegas 300. Jagged X’s RANGER RZR crossed the finish line in five hours and 18 minutes to take the class and Matt Park’s ...
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Polaris Reports Strong Third Quarter 2007 Results, Sales Grew 11 Percent To A Record $544 Million; Earnings Per Diluted Share From Continuing Operations Increased To $1.07
(10/15/2007)
Third Quarter Highlights: Results exceeded the Company’s expectations driven by record sales and improved gross margins Sales for the third quarter 2007 reached a record high of $544.0 million driven by ATV sales growth of 15%, primari...
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Polaris Schedules Third Quarter Earnings Release And Conference Call
(10/11/2007)
MINNEAPOLIS (September 20, 2007) ---- Polaris Industries Inc. (NYSE: PII) announced today that it will release financial results for its third quarter 2007 the morning of Tuesday, October 16, 2007. The Company has scheduled a conference call t...
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2008 Polaris 600 IQ® Race Sled Features Powerful New Engine & Renewed Focus on Durability
(10/09/2007)
IQ® Chassis & Liberty Engine are a Proven Winning Combo Among members of the Polaris snowmobile engineering staff, there’s no such thing as resting on your laurels. So even though Polaris snocross racers dominated their racing discipli...
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Strong Sponsors Fuel the Success of Polaris Snowmobile Racing Program
(10/09/2007)
Sponsors Provide Support & Premium Equipment That Leads to Victory To build the finest race sleds and field the best race teams, Polaris snowmobile racers rely on the outstanding support of several sponsors who share the Polaris commitment...
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Polaris Heads into New Snocross Season With Rosters Full of Winning, Experienced Racers
(10/09/2007)
Strong Pro Lineup Returns Virtually Intact, Focused on WPSA Titles Fresh off a successful season that included three WPSA Pro points titles, the Polaris snocross racing teams head into the 2007-’08 season with high hopes of maintaining their w...
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Polaris Snowmobile Racers Are Carrying High Hopes Into 2007-'08 Season
(10/09/2007)
Strong ’06-’07 Finishes, New Race Sleds Fuel Optimism Coming off two of the best seasons in the long, proud history of Polaris snowmobile racing, and armed with an improved IQ® Race Sled, everyone involved with the Polaris Snowmobile Racing pr...
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Polaris Defense Delivers New Military All Terrain Vehicles
(09/25/2007)
MV800 4X4 ATV Features New Engine Powered by Military JP8 Fuel MINNEAPOLIS (September 26, 2007) — Polaris Industries Inc. today announced the Company has completed first production and received orders from the U.S. Department of Defense for it...
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False Report of Polaris Snowmobile Plant in Europe
(09/17/2007)
Company Has No Plans To Construct New Snowmobile Facility in Romania or Bulgaria MEDINA, MN (September 14, 2007) – Polaris Industries Inc. today announced that a report which appeared on Reuters.com about company plans to build a new snowmobil...
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Jagged X’s RANGER RZR Wins BITD’s “Vegas to Reno”
(08/29/2007)
The RANGER RZR is the only Side by Side to finish longest desert race Minneapolis, August 29, 2007 – The Polaris RANGER RZR proved its grit , dependability and incredible staying power in the desert this past weekend when it was the only side-...
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Polaris, Victory & Rider Groups Team Up to Accelerate the Cause in the Fight Against Cancer
(08/29/2007)
Upper Midwest Riders are Raising Funds for American Cancer Society MEDINA, MN (August 29, 2007) – Polaris and Victory Motorcycle dealers in Minnesota and Wisconsin are teaming up with Polaris ATV, RANGER and Victory riders to raise funds for t...
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Local Polaris Dealer M&M Lawn & Leisure Provides Polaris Vehicles for Southern Minnesota Floods
(08/23/2007)
Polaris ATVs and RANGERs to Aid in the Effort Minneapolis, August 24, 2007 – Polaris Industries today announced Rushford Minnesota Dealer, M&M Lawn & Leisure has provided Sportsman ATVs and RANGER side by side vehicles to help with the...
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Polaris Sponsors Mafia Industries RANGER RZR Race Team
(08/22/2007)
Team Mafia will race RANGER RZR in 2007 Minneapolis, Aug. 23, 2007 – Polaris Industries today announced Mafia Industries is its newest factory sponsored race team for the RANGER RZR. The partnership couples one of the industry leaders in short course...
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Polaris Signs Bomb Squad for WPSA Races
(08/20/2007)
H-Bomb Racers to Ride Outlaw 450 for Remaining 2007 Season Minneapolis, August 21, 2007 – What do you do when you have a newly-announced 450 MX quad raring to race? Call in the Bomb Squad! Polaris today announced it has signed H-Bomb’s Bomb...
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U.S. Army Awards Polaris ATV Contract
(08/19/2007)
Relationship Drives Company's Growth in Adjacent Market Segments MINNEAPOLIS (August 20, 2007) — Polaris Industries Inc. today announced the Company was awarded a contract by the U.S. Army TACOM Life Cycle Management Command to continue to pro...
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All New RANGER RZR Named Field & Stream's Best of the Best!
(08/15/2007)
Keep an eye out for the September issue of Field & Stream Magazine. The RANGER RZR took top honors in the ATV category capturing the “Best of the Best” award. The RANGER RZR beat out stiff competition and was called “an absolute deal changer i...
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Polaris Racer Gives Outlaw 525 S First Pro Win
(08/14/2007)
Doug Eichner takes first in the Pro Class at ITP QuadCross Minneapolis, August 14, 2007 – Doug Eichner has increased Polaris Outlaw "firsts" in the racing world by giving the Outlaw 525 S its first Pro win at the ITP QuadCross Series, Sunda...
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Polaris and Local Dealer Digger's Polaris & Marine to Provide Units for Interstate 35W Bridge Recovery
(08/05/2007)
Polaris Sportsman ATVs and Polaris RANGERs to Aid in the Effort Minneapolis, August 6, 2007 – Polaris Industries today announced the company is working with Minnesota Dealer, Digger’s Polaris & Marine, to provide Sportsman ATVs and RANGER ...
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Polaris and High Lifter Partner to Dominate the Bog
(07/29/2007)
Team High Lifter-Polaris Racing takes the competition circuit by storm Minneapolis, July 30, 2007 – Let the mud bog domination begin! By combining the most powerful force in Utility ATV and Side-by-Side Promotion with the strongest and most i...
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Polaris Industries Inc Appoints John P Wiehoff To Its Board Of Directors
(07/25/2007)
MEDINA, Minn., July 26, 2007 – Polaris Industries Inc. (NYSE: PII) today announced the appointment of John P. Wiehoff to the Company’s Board of Directors effective July 26, 2007. Mr. John Wiehoff, 45, is the chief executive officer of C.H. R...
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Polaris Asphalt Drag Racer Jeff Cullen Wins 3rd Straight ‘King of the Tar’ Title
(07/24/2007)
Maine Racer Outruns the Open Class Competition in NSA Racing MEDINA, MN (July 24, 2007) – In any season, on any surface, Polaris Winning Performance puts Polaris racers into the winner’s circle. Polaris racer Jeff Cullen proved that ...
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Polaris Reports Second Quarter 2007 Results
(07/16/2007)
Second Quarter Highlights: Reported earnings per diluted share from continuing operations increased 17 percent to $0.62, from $0.53 per diluted share last year Gross margin percentage improved 130 basis points to 23.0% due primaril...
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Polaris Schedules Second Quarter Earnings Release And Conference Call
(06/21/2007)
MINNEAPOLIS (June 21, 2007) ---- Polaris Industries Inc. (NYSE: PII) announced today that it will release financial results for its second quarter 2007 the morning of Tuesday, July 17, 2007. The Company has scheduled a conference call to discu...
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ATVs Recalled Due To Fire Hazard
(06/20/2007)
The following product safety recall was voluntarily conducted by the firm in cooperation with the CPSC. Consumers should stop using the product immediately unless otherwise instructed. Name of Product: Polaris "Outlaw 525" ATVs U...
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Polaris_T.R.A.I.L.S._Program
(06/18/2007)
National, State and Local ATV Clubs & Organizations Benefit MINNEAPOLIS, June 18, 2007 – Polaris Industries is proud to announce the third round of ‘T.R.A.I.L.S.’ grant recipients, with grants totaling $105,320 for a grand total of $500,458 gra...
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Polaris Recalls Hawkeye ATVs for Steering Post Failure
(06/04/2007)
The following product safety recall was voluntarily conducted by the firm in cooperation with the CPSC. Consumers should stop using the product immediately unless otherwise instructed. Name of Product: Polaris Model Year 2006 Hawkeye 2x4 and ...
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Polaris Recalls Select Hawkeye Models
(06/04/2007)
The following product safety recall was voluntarily conducted by the firm in cooperation with the CPSC. Consumers should stop using the product immediately unless otherwise instructed. Name of Product: Polaris Model Year 2006 Hawkeye 2x4 and Hawkeye ...
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Polaris Announces Vermillion South Dakota Distribution Center Expansion
(05/30/2007)
Expansion Supports Cost Structure Efficiencies Allowing for Continued Investment in PG&A Growth MEDINA, Minn., (May 31, 2007)— Polaris Industries Inc. today announced it will add 128,000 square feet to its Vermillion parts, garments and ...
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Polaris Gets First Factory Pro Win
(05/14/2007)
Doug Eichner Pilots Outlaw 525 to the Podium in WORCS Race MEDINA, MN (May 15, 2007)-At the Round 5 of the WORCS Racing Series in Los Olivos, CA, Doug Eichner gave Polaris its first Pro WORCS win by taking the Pro Class on his Outlaw 525. This...
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Polaris Announces Senior Leadership Appointments Strengthening the Company's International Division
(04/17/2007)
Truls Tvete Accepts Position as General Manager of International Operations; Mark Blackwell Continues as Vice President of Victory Motorcycles and International Operations MEDINA, MN (April 17, 2007) – Polaris Industries Inc. (NYSE: PII) today r...
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Polaris Reports First Quarter 2007 Results
(04/11/2007)
First Quarter Highlights: Reported earnings from continuing operations per diluted share of $0.34, up 31 percent from $0.26 per diluted share last year Gain of $4.8 million, pretax, or approximately $0.09 per diluted share, was realized on the...
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Polaris RMK Models Win 45% of All Titles at Jackson Hole Hill Climb
(04/09/2007)
Rick Ward Wins 3 Titles, Jeremy Osler Wins 2 and is Mod King of the Hill MEDINA, MN (April 11, 2007) – Which brand dominates in the steep and deep? Check the facts: Racers on Polaris RMK® deep snow models won 45% of the class titles and the Mo...
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Polaris Industries Inc. Recalls Snowmobiles Due to Loss of Control Hazard
(03/30/2007)
The following product safety recall was voluntarily conducted by the firm in cooperation with the CPSC. Consumers should stop using the product immediately unless otherwise instructed. Name of Product: Model Year 2006 FS Classic, FS Touring,...
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Polaris Cross-Country Racer Gabe Bunke Wins Top Two USCC Titles Aboard Polaris IQ
(03/28/2007)
Consistently Strong Finishes Earn Him the Pro Open & Pro 600 Crowns MEDINA, MN (March 26, 2007) – Polaris cross-country snowmobile racer Gabe Bunke used the power, handling and reliability of the Polaris IQ® chassis to post incredibly cons...
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Polaris Schedules First Quarter Earnings Release And Conference Call
(03/28/2007)
MINNEAPOLIS (March 28, 2007) ---- Polaris Industries Inc. (NYSE: PII) announced today that it will release financial results for its first quarter 2007 on the morning of Thursday, April 12, 2007. The Company has scheduled a conference call to...
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Polaris Introduces New Snowmobile Line-Up That Allows Riders to Climb HIgher, Take Tighter Turns and Ride Farther
(03/20/2007)
New Model Year Machines Build on Polaris’ Industry Leading Ride and Handling Excellence MINNEAPOLIS, March 14, 2007 – Polaris Industries (NYSE: PII), recognized for inventing the sport of snowmobiling more than 50 years ago, today announced th...
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Polaris Racers and the IQ Racer Sweep All 3 WPSA Pro Class Points Titles
(03/19/2007)
Ross Martin, TJ Gulla and Kylie Abrahamson Win Pro Crowns; Polaris Dominates the Season Podium Tally, Winning More Than Any Other Brand! MEDINA, MN (March 19, 2007) – Polaris snocross racers on the IQ race sled showed both their individual str...
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Polaris RANGER Makes History at SCORE Tecate Baja 250
(03/15/2007)
RANGER was first official finisher in SCORE’s UTV class Minneapolis, March 15, 2007 –It’s official! A Polaris RANGER is the first utility vehicle to win the UTV class at a SCORE International event. The RANGER, piloted by Polaris Regional Sa...
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Polaris Announces 2007 Factory Racing Sponsorships
(03/07/2007)
Outlaw 525 will strut its stuff with new pro riders and new series Minneapolis, March 8, 2007 – Polaris Industries today announced its 2007 ATV racing sponsorships, the continuation of industry’s largest ATV contingency program for Grand National Cro...
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Polaris Signs WORCS Pro Racer Doug Eichner
(02/27/2007)
Eichner to run No. 1 plate with an Outlaw 525 Minneapolis, February 28, 2007 –Polaris today announced the company has signed World Off Road Championship Series (WORCS) Pro Doug Eichner to race the Outlaw 525. Eichner will run the No. 1 plate a...
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Polaris Sells 1.11 Million Shares of KTM Power Sports to Cross Industries Subsidiary
(02/20/2007)
Completes first closing under previously announced agreement Agreement provides for completion of sale of an additional 0.27 million shares on or before June 15, 2007 MINNEAPOLIS – February 20, 2007 -- Polaris Industries Inc. ...
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Polaris Announces Limited Edition ATVs for 2007
(02/08/2007)
Minneapolis, Feb. 9, 2007 – Polaris Industries today announced the company’s limited edition ATV offerings for 2007. ATV enthusiasts will be able to get “The World’s Toughest ATVs” in eleven limited edition packages. New 2007 Polaris LE ATV m...
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Polaris Announces New Limited Edition 2007 RANGER Models
(02/08/2007)
Minneapolis, Feb. 9, 2007 – Polaris Industries today announced its new hardest working, smoothest riding 2007 Limited Edition (LE) RANGER utility vehicle models. The lineup includes six, customized models which will be available at select US and C...
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Polaris Freestyler Wins X Games Silver
(01/30/2007)
Aleksander Nordgaard Lands Record-Setting Backflip to Earn Silver MEDINA, MN (Jan. 29, 2007) – Polaris snowmobile freestyle rider Aleksander Nordgaard of Norway landed a record-setting backflip on his final jump and earned a silver medal with ...
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Introducing a RANGER Like No Other
(01/25/2007)
RANGER RZR Offers Razor Sharp Side-by-Side Performance Starting today, the game has changed. Introducing RANGER RZR, the first trail capable, side-by-side vehicle that screams down the trails as the fastest accelerating and lightest side-by-si...
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Polaris Reports 2006 Fourth Quarter And Full Year Results
(01/24/2007)
Highlights: Earnings per share from continuing operations for fourth quarter and full year 2006 in line with guidance Victory motorcycles sales up 13% and financial services income increased 22% for full year 2006 Polaris repurchas...
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Polaris Snocross Racers, Freestyle Riders Cleared for Landing Atop X Games Podium
(01/23/2007)
Racing on TV Start Friday Night; Snocross Finals Are Saturday Night MEDINA, MN (January 23, 2007) – Polaris snocross racers – and snowmobile freestyle athletes – have been cleared for landing atop the podium at the Winter X Games, which will b...
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Polaris Racers Tie Record for Derby Victories & Dominate Top Snocross Classes at Eagle River
(01/23/2007)
Nick Van Strydonk Wins 4 Oval Titles & Snocrossers Sweep Pro, Semi-Pro MEDINA, MN (Jan 22, 2007) – Polaris oval racer Nick Van Strydonk tied a record for victories and Polaris snocross racers dominated the podium during racing at the 44th ...
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Polaris Announces Extension of Employment Agreement with CEO
(01/18/2007)
MINNEAPOLIS—(BUSINESS WIRE)—January 18, 2007—Polaris Industries Inc. (NYSE/NYSE Arca: PII) announced today that it has renewed and extended the employment agreement of its Chief Executive Officer, Tom Tiller. The current term of the new agreement...
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Polaris Outlines Long Term Strategy And Growth Opportunites Through 2009
(01/18/2007)
MINNEAPOLIS (January 19, 2007) — Polaris Industries Inc. (NYSE/Arca: PII) announced today its new sales and earnings goals for the Company through 2009. Specifically, the Company reported that it has established goals for total Company sales to...
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Polaris Declares 10 Percent Increase In Cash Dividends
(01/18/2007)
MINNEAPOLIS (January 18, 2007) — Polaris Industries Inc. (NYSE/Arca: PII) today announced that its Board of Directors has approved an 10 percent increase in the regular quarterly cash dividend effective with the 2007 first quarter dividend. The f...
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Polaris Snocrossers Solidify Points Standings at Brainerd
(01/17/2007)
TJ Gulla Pilots IQ® Race Sleds to First & Second in Pro Classes MEDINA, MN (Jan. 16, 2007) – Polaris snocross racer TJ Gulla (Hentges Racing) won Pro Open and finished second in Pro Stock on his IQ® race sleds during a busy weekend of ra...
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High-Flyin' Polaris Snowmobile Freestylers Are Among Favorites to Win Winter X Games Gold
(01/11/2007)
MEDINA, MN (Jan. 11, 2007) – Aleksander Nordgaard has discovered one sure way to minimize track wear on his Polaris snowmobile: Spend more time in the air than on the ground.Nordgaard is one of the world’s leading snowmobile freestyle riders and he i...
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Polaris Industries to Host Analyst Meeting on January 19, 2007
(01/08/2007)
MINNEAPOLIS (January 9, 2007) ---- Polaris Industries Inc. announced today that the executive management team of Polaris will host an Analyst/Investor Meeting on Friday, January 19, 2007 at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center, 655 West 34th Stre...
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Polaris Racers Pilot IQ Race Sleds to Win in Regionals
(12/26/2006)
Polaris Paints the Podium Red from the Midwest to N.Y. & Into Canada MEDINA, MN (Dec. 22, 2006) – When the WPSA National PowerSports Tour takes a week off, Polaris snocross racers head home and dominate regional WPSA events on their Polari...
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Victory Receives High Ratings From J.D. Power and Associates
(12/20/2006)
Product Performance, Service and Cost of Ownership Lead List of High Consumer Ratings For The New American Motorcycle. MEDINA, MN (Dec. 21st, 2006) – “With the release of this information from J.D. Power and Associates, we believe it’s clear t...
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Polaris Updates Accelerated Share Repurchase Transaction
(12/07/2006)
MINNEAPOLIS (December 8, 2006) — Polaris Industries Inc. (NYSE/Arca: PII) announced today that it has repurchased 3.55 million shares of Polaris common stock at an initial purchase price of approximately $165.6 million, or $46.64 per share in connect...
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Polaris Announces Increase in Share Repurchase Authorization
(12/05/2006)
Board of Directors approves 7.0 million share increase in share repurchase authorization Polaris enters into an accelerated share repurchase agreement with Goldman, Sachs & Co. to immediately repurchase an aggregate of up to $200 ...
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Polaris ATVs Receive Accolades
(12/03/2006)
ATV Enthusiast Press Recognizes “The World’s Toughest ATVs” Minneapolis, Dec. 4, 2006 – Tis the season where the ATV press awards their industry best and Polaris ATVs, once again, have received various top honors. Three new and one current mod...
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Polaris Industries Inc. to Voluntarily Delist From NYSE Arca
(12/03/2006)
MINNEAPOLIS (December 1, 2006)—Polaris Industries Inc. (NYSE: PII) today announced plans to voluntarily withdraw its common stock from listing on NYSE Arca, Inc., formerly known as the Pacific Exchange, Inc. Polaris’ common stock will continue...
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Polaris Dominates WPSA Opener
(11/26/2006)
Ross Martin Cleaned-Up Pro Ranks; Brett Bender Wins 2 in Semi-Pro MEDINA, MN (Nov. 27, 2006) – Second-year Pro Ross Martin defied any trace of a sophomore jinx by utilizing the superior ride and handling of his Polaris 440 IQ race sleds to...
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Polaris Industries Announces Organizational Changes
(11/07/2006)
Three-pronged initiative to improve competitiveness MEDINA, Minn., (November 8, 2006) — Polaris Industries Inc. today announced targeted organizational changes as part of an overall plan to improve Polaris business over the next 12 to 15 month...
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Polaris To Continue Winning Riders Program This Season
(11/01/2006)
Organized Snowmobiling Initiative Increases Awareness to State and Provincial Snowmobile Associations; Encourages Membership and Provides Cash Donations MEDINA, MN – (November 1, 2006) Polaris Industries today announced the continuation of its...
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Polaris Outlaw Shines in 2006 GNCC and WORCS Series
(10/31/2006)
Minneapolis, Nov 1, 2006 – With the 2006 Grand National Cross Country (GNCC) and World Off Road Championship Series (WORCS) meets concluding at the end of October, the Polaris Outlaw proved it was a worthy competitor its inaugural year on the race...
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Polaris CEO Claims Victory
(10/25/2006)
Tiller’s Challenge Goes Unanswered Minneapolis, Oct., 26, 2006 – After granting a last chance extension to his original challenge of a live, head-to-head competition to settle who really has the toughest ATVs, Polaris CEO Tom Tiller today clai...
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Polaris CEO Extends Deadline for Challenge
(10/19/2006)
CEO gives competition more time to consider and sweetens the pot Minneapolis, Oct., 20, 2006 – On October 9, Polaris CEO Tom Tiller challenged the CEOs of the other major ATV manufacturers to a live, head-to-head competition. “The Duel,” was t...
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Polaris Declares Regular Cash Dividend
(10/19/2006)
MINNEAPOLIS (October 19, 2006) — Polaris Industries Inc. (NYSE/PSE: PII) today announced the declaration of a regular quarterly $0.31 per share cash dividend payable on November 15, 2006 to shareholders of record at the close of business on Novemb...
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Polaris Donates $60,000 Worth of Coats and Gloves
(10/11/2006)
MINNEAPOLIS, Minn., October 12, 2006 – Today, as temperatures dip and snow is in the forecast, Polaris is presenting $60,000 worth of coats and gloves to the The Salvation Army’s Coats for Kids program to keep kids warm this winter. The donation ...
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Polaris Announces Cancellation of 2007 WOW Relay
(10/11/2006)
WOW Event Planned again in 2008 MEDINA, MN (October 11, 2006) – Polaris has announced it has cancelled the 2007 International WOW (Way Out Women) Relay, a cross-continental snowmobile relay ride by women to raise funds for breast cancer resear...
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Polaris Reports Third Quarter 2006 Results
(10/11/2006)
Third Quarter Highlights: Earnings per share from continuing operations in line with guidance Victory motorcycle sales grew 60% Revising full year 2006 earnings from continuing operations guidance to $2.68 to $2.73 per diluted share Full...
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ATVS They're Not Just for Boys Anymore
(09/11/2006)
Polaris Introduces Youth Quads Designed for Girls Minneapolis, Sept. 12, 2006 – Pretty in pink has a whole different meaning these days. Walk into an ATV dealership or open any ATV-related publication and you’ll see an increasing amount of rid...
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Polaris 440 IQ Race Sled Refined For 2007
(09/09/2006)
SLED HAS WINNING COMBINATION OF IQ™ CHASSIS & POWERFUL LIBERTY ENGINE MEDINA, MN (September 9, 2006) – Polaris has refined its 440 IQ™ race sled – a proven winner on the world’s most demanding snocross race circuits – w...
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Polaris Fields Deepest Roster For 2006-07 Season
(09/09/2006)
FOCUS IS ON DOMINATING PODIUMS & WINNING WPSA POINTS TITLES MEDINA, MN (September 9, 2006) – For the Polaris snowmobile racing program, the time is now. With seasoned Pro racers poised for their best season ever, and up-and-coming race...
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Polaris Grants an Additional $125,000 to ATV Clubs
(08/17/2006)
National, State and Local ATV Clubs & Organizations to Benefit MINNEAPOLIS, August 18, 2006 – Polaris Industries is proud to announce the second round of ‘T.R.A.I.L.S.’ grant recipients, with grants totaling $125,871, for a year-to-date to...
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Polaris Inducts Five Long-Time Contributors into Company's Hall of Fame
(08/17/2006)
Individuals, Dealerships & Valued Supplier Are Honored MEDINA, Minn. (August 13, 2006) – Polaris Industries Inc. honored five key contributors to the company’s long-term success by inducting them into the Polaris Hall of Fame at the National Sale...
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Dealers Win Big At Polaris Summer Dealer Meeting
(08/02/2006)
Kicker Ford F150, Ness Signature Series Victory Motorcycle and a Kicker RANGER highlighted the night Orlando, Florida August 2, 2006 – To wrap up the final night of the 2006 Summer Dealer Sales Meeting, Polaris pulled out all the stops by offering at...
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Polaris Unveils 2007 Models That Build On Current Success
(08/01/2006)
New Products Reflect Recent Innovations and Consumer Demand Orlando, Florida August 1, 2006 – If the key to business success is giving the customers what they want, then Polaris Industries is in for another successful year. The powersports industry f...
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Polaris & KTM to Continue Strategic Partnership As Independent Companies
(07/27/2006)
Polaris to Maintain 25% Ownership Stake in KTM MINNEAPOLIS (July 28, 2006) — Polaris Industries Inc. (NYSE/PSE: PII) and KTM Power Sports AG (“KTM”) today jointly announced that they will continue their strategic partnership at an operationa...
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Polaris Industries Inc. Appoints William Grant Van Dyke To Its Board Of Directors
(07/19/2006)
MEDINA, Minn., July 19, 2006 – Polaris Industries Inc. (NYSE/PSE: PII) today announced the appointment of William Grant Van Dyke to the Company’s Board of Directors effective July 19, 2006. Mr. Van Dyke, 61, was the Chairman of the Board of Do...
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Polaris Receives Delivery Order to Supply Light Weight All-Terrain Vehicles to the US Military
(07/17/2006)
4X4 and 6X6 ATV’s to be supplied to United States Special Operations Command (USSOCOM) MEDINA, MINN-- (July 18, 2006) Polaris Industries Inc. today announced it has received another delivery order from USSOCOM to ship another 50 Light Weight...
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Outlaw Flexes Its Muscle at Endurance Events
(07/16/2006)
Minneapolis, July 14, 2006 – With its successes in the Stock classes in GNCC and WORCS, the Outlaw has already proven to be a competitive machine right out of the box. With its recent performances in endurance events, Outlaw has further proven its...
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Polaris Reports Second Quarter 2006 Results
(07/12/2006)
Second Quarter Highlights: Earnings per share from continuing operations in-line with expectations Gross margin percentage improved 27 basis points to 21.7% due to quality improvements, currency benefits and various cost reduction initiatives i...
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Outlaw Shows its Out-of-the-Box Brawn
(07/04/2006)
Minneapolis, July 5, 2006 – With the Grand National Cross Country (GNCC) and World Off Road Championship Series (WORCS) taking their mid-season breaks, the Polaris Outlaw has shown its out-of-the-box brawn by blazing the trails in both series. ...
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Polaris Previews the Strongest, Deepest Roster of Racers for the Upcoming Snocross Season
(06/26/2006)
Pro Stars Shaun Crapo and Danny Poirier Join Team Polaris MEDINA, MN (June 27, 2006) – Team Polaris Racing is in the midst of its most successful and productive off-season in recent years and has assembled the deepest roster of talented snocro...
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WOW Relay Raises Over $230,000 for Breast Cancer Research & Education
(06/26/2006)
Relay Has Raised More Than $800,000 in Three Years MEDINA, MN (June 2006) – The 30 women who teamed up to ride Polaris snowmobiles across Canada on the 2006 International Way Out Women (WOW) Relay rode 29,233 kilometers and raised $253,742.36 ...
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Grand Prize of 'Ride With Kyle Petty' Contest is Cross-Country Ride
(05/03/2006)
Want to take a ride with NASCAR star and longtime Victory rider Kyle Petty?How about a ride across the country?You could win that opportunity through the “Ride With Kyle Petty” contest. The grand prize winner will receive a spot on the 2006 Chick-fil...
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Polaris Still Australia's Fastest Growning ATV Brand
(05/02/2006)
‘Bet you $100’ deal pays off The March 2006 official Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI) figures have just confirmed Polaris’ has continued market share growth in Australia’s competitive ATV industry. Official figures show that year to da...
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Polaris Adds Private Label Winch
(05/01/2006)
The 2500-lb. winch offers consumers top-quality at a great value Minneapolis, May 2, 2006 – Polaris Industries today announced the introduction of a Polaris brand winch to its PURE Polaris product line of ATV accessories. The new, 2500 lb w...
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Polaris Grants More Than $260,000 to ATV Clubs
(04/23/2006)
National, State and Local ATV Clubs & Organizations to Benefit MINNEAPOLIS, April 24, 2006 – Polaris Industries is proud to announce the first round of ‘T.R.A.I.L.S.’ grant recipients, with grants totaling $269,267. Polaris issued grants to 34 or...
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Polaris Announces New General Manager Snow Division
(04/17/2006)
Scott Swenson appointed to lead the company’s Snow business MINNEAPOLIS, April 18, 2006 - Polaris Industries Inc. (NYSE/PSE: PII) today announced the appointment of Scott Swenson as General Manager, Snow Division, effective immediately. Sw...
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Polaris Reports First Quarter 2006 Results
(04/12/2006)
First Quarter Highlights: Results in-line with expectations Operating cash flow used for continuing operations improved $27.2 million primarily due to lower factory inventories Victory motorcycle sales grew 8% Revising guidance for full yea...
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Polaris Schedules First Quarter Conference Call
(04/12/2006)
MINNEAPOLIS (March 28, 2006) ---- Polaris Industries Inc. (NYSE/PSE: PII) announced today that it will release financial results for its first quarter 2006 the morning of Thursday, April 13, 2006. The Company has scheduled a conference call to...
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Polaris and Red Bull Presents Red Bull Fuel and Fury Back Country Competition
(04/04/2006)
MEDINA, MN (April 3, 2006) – Select Polaris dealerships will host Voting and Viewing Party/Open House events in conjunction with the Red Bull Fuel & Fury freestyle snowmobile competition, April 8-15, 2006. Already an active partner with R...
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Polaris Recalls Snowmobiles for Steering Hazard
(04/02/2006)
The following product safety recall was voluntarily conducted by the firm in cooperation with the CPSC. Consumers should stop using the product immediately unless otherwise instructed. Product: Polaris Snowmobiles with Electric Starts and Mod...
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Polaris Wins King of the Hill Honors at Jackson Hole
(03/28/2006)
Hill Climb Legend Rick Ward Wins Three Class Titles & Stock ‘King’ Honors MEDINA, MN (March 31, 2006) – Polaris snowmobile hillclimbers used a total team effort powered by Polaris Liberty™ engines to claim five World Championships – along ...
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Polaris 4-Stroke Snowmobile Wins SAE 2006 Clean Snowmobile Challenge
(03/22/2006)
PLUS: Consumers Ride Polaris 4-Strokes 1,000 Miles in 24 Hours MEDINA, MN (March 23, 2006) – The clean, efficient performance of Polaris 4-stroke snowmobile engine technology was reconfirmed through testing by an independent party when a team of Univ...
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Polaris Garners Most Pro Podiums in 2005-2006 WPSA Competition
(03/22/2006)
Ross Martin Named Pro Rookie of the Year & Finishes Second in Pro Open & Stock Points; Mike Schultz Named Most Improved Pro MEDINA, MN (March 23, 2006) – Team Polaris Racing followed up their dominating season of a year ago, with another one ...
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Riders' Demand Cleaner, More Efficient, Smoother Riding Snowmobiles
(03/19/2006)
New Model Year Machines Unveiled to Snowmobile Community Worldwide Via Industry-First Webcast MINNEAPOLIS, March 17, 2006 – Polaris (NYSE: PII), a fixture in the snowmobile industry since 1954, brought its riders’ voice to life Tuesday as it u...
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Polaris To Unveil 2007 Snowmobile Lineup at Special Showings Across Canada
(03/13/2006)
Shows Coincide with Ground Breaking Snow Check Factory Connection Spring Order Program.MEDINA, MN (March 14, 2006) – Snowmobilers across Canada will get an early look at the Winning Performance of the 2007 Polaris snowmobile lineup at 2007 Premier Sn...
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New Polaris AF-1 Helmet Provides Snowmobilers With New Anti-Fog Performance
(03/13/2006)
Breath Deflection & Shield Coating Deliver Consistently Clear View MEDINA, MN (March 14, 2006) – Winning Performance cannot be bred in a laboratory setting. That’s why Polaris combined development work done in the Polaris engineering center with ...
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Polaris To Unveil 2007 Snowmobile Lineup In The Industry's First Ever LIVE Webcast
(03/09/2006)
Live Streaming Web Cast Tuesday, March 14 at 8:00pm CST MEDINA, MN (March 9, 2006) – Polaris is about to make history on the worldwide web. For the first time ever in the snowmobile industry, Polaris will introduce the Winning Performance of its 2007...
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Atlanta Area Polaris Dealerships Team to Raise Money for the Victory Juction Gang Camp
(03/08/2006)
Dealerships to donate $10 of each Polaris ATV and RANGER Sale to Kyle and Pattie Petty’s Camp and will present the Pettys with a special gift before the Golden Corral 500 WHAT: To kick off the 2006 NASCAR racing season at Atlanta Motor Speed...
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KTM becomes Polaris' Distributor in Germany
(03/06/2006)
Minneapolis, March 7, 2006 – Polaris Industries Inc. (NYSE/PSE: PII) today announced that effective March 1, 2006 KTM-Sportmotorcycle AG has become Polaris’ exclusive distributor in Germany for Polaris All Terrain Vehicles, Quadricycles, Snowmobil...
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Polaris Announces ATV and Utility Division Promotions
(02/28/2006)
Matt Homan and Jeff LeFever Promoted MEDINA, MINN-- (March 1, 2006) Bennett Morgan, president and chief operating officer of Polaris Industries Inc. (NYSE/PSE: PII) today announced the promotion of Matt Homan to general manager, Utility Divi...
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16 Teams in SAE Snowmobile Challenge
(02/26/2006)
The annual Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) Snowmobile Challenge is to be held March 13-18 at Michigan Technological University (MTU) in Houghton, MI. Sixteen teams are entered in this year's SAE Snowmobile Challenge competition. Three t...
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Polaris Unleashes the Outlaw 500
(02/20/2006)
Company announces Outlaw rider sponsorships and racing contingency programs Minneapolis, February 20, 2006 – Polaris Industries today announced its 2006 ATV racing sponsorships, the continuation of industry’s largest ATV contingency program f...
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Polaris Racer Ross Martin Sweeps Pro Classes at Park X
(02/13/2006)
Victories Increase His Pro Open Lead & Put Him First in Pro Stock MEDINA, MN February 13, 2006 – Polaris snocross racer Ross Martin took a major step closer to two season points titles by winning both Pro classes on his Polaris IQ race sle...
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Polaris Cross-Country Success Continues
(02/08/2006)
Josh Davis & Eric Slominski Claim Early-Season Victories MEDINA, MN (February 8, 2006) – Chassis get updated and engines get refined, but one constant in cross-country snowmobile racing for over 40 years is the Polaris heritage of performance and...
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Polaris Announces 2006 Limited Edition RANGER Lineup
(02/05/2006)
Minneapolis, February 6, 2006 – Polaris Industries today announced its hardest working, smoothest riding 2006 Limited Edition (LE) RANGER utility vehicle models. The lineup includes four customized models which will be available at select US and Cana...
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Polaris Announces Limited Edition ATVs for 2006
(02/02/2006)
From hunters to racers, lineup offers something for everyone Minneapolis, January 31, 2006 – Polaris Industries today announced ten limited edition ATVs for 2006. As with all models, Polaris secured feedback from consumers, dealers, Way Out Training ...
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Two Young Polaris Racers Reach Podium At The Winter X Games
(02/01/2006)
Last-lap Get-off Costs Levi LaVallee the Gold; Ross Martin Takes Third MEDINA, MN February 2, 2006 – Joy turned into heartbreak and gold became silver in the blink of an eye in the snocross final at the Winter X Games in Aspen, Colorado, on January 3...
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Polaris Reports 2005 Fourth Quarter And Full Year Results
(01/25/2006)
Full year 2005 earnings per share increased 8 percent on 5 percent sales growth Highlights 2005 represents the 24th consecutive year of record earnings per share from continuing opera...
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Polaris Declares 11 Percent Increase In Cash Dividend
(01/25/2006)
MINNEAPOLIS (January 19, 2006) — Polaris Industries Inc. (NYSE/PSE: PII) today announced that its Board of Directors has approved an 11 percent increase in the regular quarterly cash dividend effective with the 2006 first quarter dividend. ...
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Polaris Kicks Off 2007 Early With Demo Rides
(01/23/2006)
’07 600 HO IQ™ and 600 HO RMK 155” to Debut in February MEDINA, MN (January 23, 2006) – Polaris is producing a limited number of two powerful new 2007 snowmobiles so it can give riders the chance to see – and ride – next year’s performance leaders ea...
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Polaris Introduces TRAILS Grant Program
(01/19/2006)
Grants Available to U.S. National, State & Local ATV Organizations MINNEAPOLIS, January 19, 2006 – Polaris Industries is proud to announce the launch of the ‘T.R.A.I.L.S.’ grant program for ATV clubs, associations and grassroots groups. The progr...
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Polaris Totally Dominates Canterbury Snocross
(01/17/2006)
Polaris Racers Go 1-2-3 in Pro Open and Take 6 of 9 Places in Pro Stock MEDINA, MN (January 17, 2006) – To say Polaris snocross racers on the new IQ™ race sled dominated the Air Force Canterbury National Snocross on January 14-15 in Shakopee, Minneso...
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Polaris Signs Licensing Agreement With Browning
(01/16/2006)
Agreement brings limited-edition Browning ATV and RANGER models to market Minneapolis, January 17, 2006 – Polaris Industries today announced a three-year licensing agreement with Browning to offer limited-edition Polaris/Browning ATV and RA...
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Polaris Schedules Fourth Quarter and Full Year Conference Call
(01/08/2006)
MINNEAPOLIS (January 5, 2006) ---- Polaris Industries Inc. (NYSE/PSE: PII) announced today that it will release financial results for its fourth quarter and full year 2005 the morning of Thursday, January 26, 2006. The Company has scheduled...
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Itinerary Set for 2006 WOW Relay Across Canada
(01/04/2006)
A dedicated group of Canadian women snowmobilers are riding across Canada on the 2006 International WOW (Way Out Women) Relay to raise funds for breast cancer research.Polaris is providing the women with snowmobile, riding gear and other forms of sup...
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Freestyle Phenom Justin Hoyer Aligns With Polaris
(01/03/2006)
Recent Red Bull Fuel and Fury Championship Makes Hoyer the Industry’s Most Talented Extreme Athlete MEDINA, MN (January 3, 2006) – Polaris snowmobiles are soaring above the competition in the wild and wooly world of snowmobile freestyle competition a...
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Polaris New 4 Stroke Engine Approved For Yellowstone
(12/28/2005)
2006 FS IQ™ Touring & FS Classic Use Smooth, Quiet New FS Engine MEDINA, MN (December 29, 2005) – Two model year 2006 Polaris snowmobiles with the clean and efficient Polaris FS 4-stroke engine have been recognized by the U.S. Departmen...
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Polaris Dominates at Otsego Club Michigan
(12/19/2005)
Pro Open Podium Sweep and Pro Stock Win Cap Off a Winning Weekend for Polaris MEDINA, MN (December 19, 2005) – Since fog stopped the Duluth National WPSA races early on November 27th, the Tour completed them this past weekend – as part of the Michiga...
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Polaris 600 HO Delivers At Old Forge Shootout
(12/15/2005)
New 600 HO Fusion Records Best Quarter-Mile Times in Two Classes MEDINA, MN (December 13, 2005) – The 2006 Polaris HO Fusion staked its claim as the quickest snowmobile in the highly popular and competitive 600 class as it faced challengers from ever...
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New Polaris 600HO Shows its Muscle in Oval Racing Opener
(12/14/2005)
Terry Wahl Uses Polaris Power to Win Two Pro Classes at Beausejour MEDINA, MN (December 13, 2005) – Polaris engines, including the impressive new 600 H.O. engine, powered Terry Wahl to two dominating victories in the oval racing season opener Decembe...
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Victory Vision Makes Waves At IMS Show in Long Beach
(12/11/2005)
Unveiling of ‘Victory Vision™ 800’ Concept Bike Wows Press and Public At Prestigious Show MEDINA, MN (December 12, 2005) – In a dramatic live unveiling before the motorcycle and mainstream media, Victory Motorcycles, a division of Polaris Industrie...
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Polaris Racers Qualify Early For Winter X Games
(12/04/2005)
Gulla, Bender, Eckstrom, Schultz and LaValle Come Home From AMSOIL Duluth National With Ticket To Prestigious X Games 10. MEDINA, MN (November 30, 2005) – Although last weekend’s highly anticipated AMSOIL Duluth National Snocross Races were cut sho...
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Polaris to Sponsor 2006 Way Out Women Snowmobile Relay
(11/27/2005)
Coast-to-Coast Relays Will Also Raise Awareness About Breast Cancer WINNIPEG, MB (November, 2005) – Polaris has announced it will be the main sponsor of the 2006 International WOW (Way Out Women) Relay, a cross-continental snowmobile relay ride ...
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Coalition For Safe And Responsible ATV Use
(11/21/2005)
Washington, DC – Eight major manufacturers of all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) today urged Congress to approve as soon as possible ATV safety legislation (S.2069) introduced on November 18 by Senator Norm Coleman (R-MN) and co-sponsored by Senators Mark D...
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Polaris And Local Fans Score A Goal For Toys For Tots
(11/20/2005)
Polaris to reward one generous Minnesota Wild fan with two all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) at Nov. 25 game MINNEAPOLIS/ST. PAUL, MINN. (November 21, 2005) – ‘Tis the season to give thanks and remember the community’s less fortunate. In the spirit of the ...
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Polaris Revolver Concept
(11/06/2005)
Polaris Introduces Sport Quadricycle Concept Many of the ATVs currently sold in Europe are homologated for on-road use as “quadricycles”. Virtually all of today’s rider active, street-legal, homologated quadricycles are off-road vehicles that have be...
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Polaris Announces Organizational Expansion
(11/06/2005)
Appointment of Mark Blackwell to Vice President of Victory Motorcycles and International Operations Leads Series Of Management Transitions That Poise Company For Strong Growth MEDINA, MN (November 7, 2005) – Polaris Industries Inc. (NYSE/PSE: PII) ha...
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Polaris Teams up with CMT for Outlaws Landmark Television Concert Event
(11/03/2005)
Polaris Presents The Second Annual CMT Outlaws Concert Minneapolis, November 4, 2005 – Polaris Industries is proud to be the presenting sponsor of the second annual CMT OUTLAWS Concert. This year’s concert features Toby Keith, Merle Haggard, Billy ...
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Sleep Out at Polaris Headquarters
(11/02/2005)
The Sleep Out... MEDINA, MN (November 2, 2005) –Polaris is anticipating 500 people sleeping outside in tents on November 18th at Polaris Headquarters in Medina to raise $200,000 for Interfaith Outreach Community Partners (IOCP). ...
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Polaris Appoints Stefan Pierer To Its Board Of Directors
(10/20/2005)
MEDINA, Minn., October 20, 2005 – Polaris Industries Inc. (NYSE/PSE: PII) today announced the appointment of Stefan Pierer to the Company’s Board of Directors effective October 20, 2005. Mr. Pierer, 49, has been managing director of and a prin...
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CPSC, Polaris Announces Recall of Snowmobiles
(10/19/2005)
The following product safety recall was voluntarily conducted by Polaris Industries Inc. in cooperation with the CPSC. Consumers should stop using the product immediately unless otherwise instructed. Name of Product: Selected model year 2005 and ...
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"Ripped Metal" Gets Closer to Becoming a Reality!
(10/12/2005)
In case you’re just tuning in, earlier this Summer, Polaris customers picked Buddy Pawloski’s “Ripped Metal” design as their favorite future Polaris graphic scheme in the Polaris Design-Your-Own Graphics contest. Read more about the contest at th...
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2005 3rd Quarter Earnings
(10/12/2005)
Highlights 30th consecutive quarter of increased sales and earnings from continuing operations ATV sales grew 4%, Victory sales grew 45%, PG&A sales grew 8% and International sales grew 6% Continued sales growth and a focus on operating e...
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Snowmobiling Is A 27 Billion Dollar Business
(10/09/2005)
Snowmobiling is recognized by Economic Planners as a major job generator and an important part of the "Economic Engine" in rural America. Over $27 Billion Dollars worth of Economic Activity occurs because of snowmobiling, with the majority ...
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Polaris Schedules Third Quarter Earnings Release And Conference Call
(10/02/2005)
MINNEAPOLIS (September 27, 2005) ---- Polaris Industries Inc. (NYSE/PSE: PII) announced today that it will release financial results for its third quarter 2005 the morning of Thursday, October 13, 2005. The Company has scheduled a conference...
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Polaris Announces "Winning Riders" Program
(09/26/2005)
MEDINA, MN-- (September 20, 2005) Polaris Industries today announced an exciting new "Winning Riders" program. The sport of Snowmobiling is built by thousands of clubs and volunteers who give countless thousands of man hours to develop, mai...
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Polaris Snowmobiles Announce Racing Sponsors
(09/26/2005)
MEDINA, MN (September 9, 2005) – Today Polaris announced DuPont® Paint Finishes has signed on as a major sponsor of Polaris Racing. The legendary paint company and innovation powerhouse that helped take awareness of NASCAR racing to an entirely new l...
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Leaner and Meaner Polaris 440 IQ Race Sled
(09/26/2005)
MEDINA, MN (September 11, 2005) – All eyes were on the Polaris factory display at Haydays on September 10 at 11:00am for the unveiling of the race sled that would serve as an encore to the dominating performance the Polaris 440 IQ™ racer put on last ...
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Polaris Helps Hurricane Relief
(09/25/2005)
Military-style vehicles to be used to clear debris, assist in rescues and transport supplies MEDINA, MINN. – Sept. 28, 2005 – Polaris Industries announced they have sent 20 MV7 all-terrain-vehicles (ATVs) to the Gulf Coast region to aid in Hurricane...
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Snowmobile Manufacturers Reach Out In Go Snowmobiling Campaign
(09/18/2005)
The snowmobile manufacturers have initiated a new campaign created to highlight snowmobiling as the fun family activity we all enjoy. Numerous economic impact studies have been conducted and we realize that snowmobilers spend over $25 billion ann...
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Polaris Buys Additional Shares From KTM
(09/08/2005)
MINNEAPOLIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--September 7, 2005--Polaris Industries Inc. (NYSE:PII)(PSE:PII) announced today that it has purchased additional shares in Austrian motorcycle manufacturer KTM Power Sports AG through its Austrian subsidiary from an insti...
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Winning Performance At Fall Shows
(09/07/2005)
MEDINA, MN (September 7, 2005) – With 15 new sleds, 5 new engines and zero compromises – the Fall show season is shaping up to be a an exciting one for Polaris. In the wake of winning 4 of 6 WSA Championships last season along with 3 international sn...
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Polaris Wins MI Grass Drags
(09/07/2005)
MEDINA, MN (September 7, 2005) – Snowmobiling enthusiasts from around the country got their first taste of what Polaris has on tap for the 2006 season recently at the PSGDRA Grass Drags in Greenville, Michigan. Brian Talty of Talty Polaris in Streato...
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See the unveiling of the 2006 440 IQ Race Sled! Click here for details!
(08/25/2005)
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Swedish Championship Set Stage For 2006
(08/16/2005)
Jörgen Backman dominates and captures the 440 Pro Stock Swedish Championship on his Polaris 440 IQ Race Sled.MEDINA, MN (August 16, 2005) – In 2005, Polaris snowmobile racers in Sweden riding the breakthrough Polaris 440 IQ race sled put ...
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Watch Ripped Metal Become a Reality
(08/15/2005)
In case you're just tuning in, earlier this Summer, Polaris customers picked Buddy Pawloski's "Ripped Metal" design as their favorite future Polaris graphic scheme in the Polaris Design-Your-Own Graphics contest. Read more about the contest...
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CPSC, Polaris Industries Announce Recall of 900 Fusion, 900 RMK, and 900 Switchback Snowmobiles
(08/02/2005)
The following product safety recall was voluntarily conducted by the firm in cooperation with the CPSC. Consumers should stop using the product immediately unless otherwise instructed. Name of product: Polaris “900 Fusion” “900 RMK” and “900 Switch...
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Polaris’ New Hawkeye™ ATV Ventures Off-Road to Conquer Southeast Terrain
(08/01/2005)
Polaris Sets Sights on Southeast Demo Tour With Grassroots Introduction of New ATV RALEIGH, N.C. (Aug. 1, 2005) –Polaris Industries is launching a six-week demo tour to introduce the all-new Hawkeye, the first mid-size ATV with full-size features. T...
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Polaris Dealer ‘LeRoy’s Repair’ Wins U.S. Snowmobile Dealer of the Year
(07/31/2005)
American Council of Snowmobile Associations Recognizes Nashua, Iowa-Based Polaris Dealership For Its Tireless Contributions To Snowmobiling MEDINA, MN (July 27, 2005) – LeRoy Cerwinske, owner of the Polaris Dealership known as LeRoy’s Repair...
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Way Out Women (WOW) Relay For 2006 Snowmobiling Season Called Off
(07/31/2005)
Applicants and Time to Recruit Riders Forces Cancellation MEDINA, MN (July 27, 2005) – The planning committee for the annual Way Out Women (WOW) Relay, a cross-country state-to-state relay ride on snowmobiles – with proceeds benefiting the S...
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New Products Poise Polaris for Increased Growth
(07/25/2005)
New All-Terrain Vehicles (ATVs), RANGER Utility Vehicles, Victory Motorcycles Give Expanded Breadth, Opportunity MINNEAPOLIS, July 25, 2005 – Innovative new products drive the powersports industry, and at last week’s national sales meeting in Nashv...
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Polaris Joins the Specialty Vehicle Institute of America
(07/22/2005)
MEDINA, Minn., July 22, 2005 – Polaris announced today it will join the all-terrain vehicle (ATV) industry trade group known as the Specialty Vehicle Institute of America (SVIA). The SVIA represents the ATV industry on a variety of matters including ...
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Polaris/KTM Partnership
(07/19/2005)
POLARIS INDUSTRIES INC. AND KTM ANNOUNCE STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIP Polaris to purchase 24-percent interest in KTM Companies to cooperate on product, technology, manufacturing and distribution projects Potential for relationship expansion in 2007MI...
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Polaris Reports Record Second Quarter 2005 Results; Earnings Per Share From Continuing Operations Up 11 Percent On 12 Percent Sales Growth
(07/15/2005)
Polaris Reports Record Second Quarter 2005 Results; Earnings Per Share from Continuing Operations up 11 Percent on 12 Percent Sales Growth MINNEAPOLIS, Jul 14, 2005 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Polaris Industries Inc., (NYSE:PII)(PSE:PII): Highligh...
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Smiley Rocks to Another Podium at the Wisp
(06/28/2005)
Smiley Rocks to Another Podium at the Wisp“Mighty Matt” leads all the way until the last lap on the roughest course in the seriesDeep Creek, MD, June 28, 2005 – The Parts Unlimited Wisp GNCC rocked the field with endless boulders, but Matt Smiley and...
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CPSC, Polaris Industries Announce Expanded Recall of Select Model Year 2004.5 and 2005 ATVs
(06/23/2005)
The following product safety recall was voluntarily conducted by the firm in cooperation with the CPSC. Consumers should stop using the product immediately unless otherwise instructed. NOTE: This expansion of the Polaris ATV recall announced on M...
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ATV of the Year Award - Sportsman 800 Twin EFI
(06/21/2005)
The August issue of ATV Rider Magazine unveils the ATV of the Year Award and the Sportsman 800 EFI took the prize. Look for the issue on newsstands this week. Read a sneak preview of the article here. "As the biggest of the big boys, Polaris' S...
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Customers Choose ‘Ripped Metal’ as the Winner of the Polaris Design-Your-Own Graphics Contest
(06/15/2005)
Indiana-Based Polaris Enthusiast, Buddy Pawloski Will See His Winning Design Integrated into an exclusive 2007 Polaris Model MEDINA, MN (June 15, 2005) – The votes are in and Polaris customers have spoken! In an online shootout between the three...
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Customers Will Vote Online to Decide Future Polaris Snowmobile Graphic
(05/25/2005)
Finalists Have Been Chosen in Design Your Own Graphics Contest.Top Vote Getter Will Win a New Polaris Snowmobile MEDINA, MN (May 26, 2005) – In just a few short weeks, one lucky amateur artist will have helped to design a future Polaris snowmobi...
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Polaris 440 IQ Domination Goes Global; Carries Finnish Racers to Dual Season Points Titles
(05/25/2005)
Polaris Racers Dominate in Pro Open and Pro Stock Classes MEDINA, MN (May 25, 2005) – Polaris snowmobile racers on the new Polaris 440 IQ race sled achieved global domination recently as they captured the two premier snocross ra...
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CPSC, Polaris Industries Announces Recall of Select Model Year 2004 and 2005 Snowmobiles
(05/19/2005)
The following product safety recall was voluntarily conducted by the firm in cooperation with the CPSC. Consumers should stop using the product immediately unless otherwise instructed. Name of product: Polaris Snowmobiles -- See affected model t...
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Riders Sought from U.S. - Application deadline extended to June 15.
(05/10/2005)
Minneapolis, May 10, 2005 - Planning is underway for the 2006 Polaris International WOW Relay, and women snowmobilers in the United States are invited to apply to take part in the event. Rider applications, along with information about the 2006 WOW R...
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Smiley Powers Polaris Predator to Another GNCC Podium
(05/05/2005)
Mighty Matt outguns the competition down the stretch to take third Union, SC – Team Polaris factory rider Matt Smiley is showing why the competition in the Suzuki Grand National Cross Country Series calls him Mr. Consistency. The Pennsylvanian lo...
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CPSC, Polaris Industries Announces Recall of Select Model Year 2004.5 and 2005 Sportsman and 2005 Model Year Scrambler ATVs
(05/03/2005)
The following product safety recall was voluntarily conducted by the firm in cooperation with the CPSC. Consumers should stop using the product immediately unless otherwise instructed. Name of product: Polaris 2004.5 Sportsman 500, 2005 Sportsman...
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Predator 500 Troy Lee Designs Edition Wins Second “Sport Quad of the Year” Title for 2005
(04/14/2005)
Prestigious ATV Sport Magazine Annual Award Given to Polaris Predator Minneapolis, April 15, 2005 -- Polaris Industries is proud to announce that its 2005 Predator 500 Troy Lee Designs (TLD) edition ATV was named “Sport Quad of the Year” by ATV Spor...
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Polaris Reports Record First Quarter 2005 Results
(04/14/2005)
Earnings Per Share From Continuing Operations Up 11 Percent On 9 Percent Sales Growth First Quarter Highlights: 28th consecutive quarter of increased sales and earnings per share from continuing operations Victory motorcycle sales grew 12...
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Management Transitions At Polaris Poise Company For Strong Growth
(04/12/2005)
MINNEAPOLIS, April 12, 2005 – Bennett Morgan, president and chief operating officer, Polaris Industries Inc. (NYSE/PSE: PII) has announced the promotion of several members of the management team to new positions, effective immediately. Until his p...
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Polaris Announces New President And COO
(04/12/2005)
Bennett Morgan promoted to the company’s number-two post MINNEAPOLIS, April 12, 2005 - Polaris Industries Inc. (NYSE/PSE: PII) today announced the appointment of Bennett Morgan as president and chief operating officer, effective immediately. Morgan, ...
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Smiley Pushes Polaris Predator to Second at Steele Creek GNCC
(04/04/2005)
Mud and rain no match for Might Matt Morganton, NC – The conditions were tough, but factory Polaris racer Matt Smiley was even tougher. Despite racing through rain and mud, Smiley dug deep and moved from nearly a last-place start to card an ...
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Polaris Racers Pilot the 440 IQ Race Sled To 4 of 6 WSA Year-End Championships
(03/21/2005)
Consistency has been the mantra for TJ Gulla in 2005 and Lake Geneva was no different, pacing his competition and securing the year-end championship. At the close of the weekend, the IQ chassis proved to be the sled to beat, securing 8 of 9...
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Polaris to Sponsor 2006 ‘Way Out Women’ Snowmobile Relay to Raise Funds for Breast Cancer Research In the U.S. & Canada
(03/18/2005)
Coast-to-Coast Relays Will Also Raise Awareness About Breast Cancer MEDINA, MN (February 28, 2005) – Polaris has announced it will be the main sponsor of the 2006 International WOW (Way Out Women) Relay, a cross-continental snowmobile relay ride...
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Polaris “Test Ride ‘05” Event & Sales Promotion Launches With Racing Greats Earnhardt, Jr., Newman & Petty
(03/16/2005)
Virtual Online Test Ride Provides Glimpse at the Excitement MINNEAPOLIS, March 14, 2005 – Polaris Industries announced its “Test Ride 05” event and sales promotion running now through May 31. Dale Earnhardt, Jr., Ryan Newman and Kyle Petty ar...
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CPSC, Polaris Industries Announce Recall of “900 Fusion,” “900 RMK” and “900 Switchback” Snowmobiles
(03/15/2005)
The following product safety recall was voluntarily conducted by the firm in cooperation with the CPSC. Consumers should stop using the product immediately unless otherwise instructed. Name of product: Polaris “900 Fusion” “900 RMK” and “900 Swi...
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Smiley Puts the Polaris Predator on the Podium
(03/10/2005)
Miles of Florida sand whoops can’t slow Mighty Matt down De Leon Springs, FL – Matt Smiley showed the world that the Polaris Predator 500 can compete, and defeat, any machine in ATV racing by landing on the overall podium at the roughest GNCC of ...
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Polaris Celebrates 20 Years of ATV Innovations
(03/08/2005)
Polaris’ Innovations and Technology Shape Industry; Company Delivers Tough and Fun Machines to Riders Around the World MINNEAPOLIS, March 3, 2005 – Polaris Industries is proud to announce that March of 2005 marks the company’s 20th anniversary fo...
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Smiley Charges to Fifth in His First Factory Polaris Race
(03/08/2005)
“Mighty Matt” pounds the Predator and comes away impressed Gilmer, TX – Matt Smiley put on a thrilling come-from-behind charge in his first race as part of the new Team Polaris factory ATV team. Despite a freak incident in the first turn which le...
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Largest New Snowmobile Offering In History Kicks Off Next 50 Years At Polaris
(02/28/2005)
Five new engines, 15 new sleds to greet dealers at sales meeting in Salt Lake City MINNEAPOLIS, February 28, 2005 – Polaris (NYSE: PII), an icon in the snowmobile industry since 1954, is blasting into its second half-century by introducing the wi...
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Dale Earnhardt, JR. And Polaris Team Up With Victory Junction Gang Camp For 2005 Nascar Season
(02/23/2005)
EACH DALE JR. “TOP 8” FINISH GIVES KIDS OPPORTUNITY TO EXPERIENCE VICTORY JUNCTION GANG CAMP Minneapolis, February 23, 2005 – Polaris Industries Inc. announced today it is teaming up with NASCAR Nextel Cup star Dale Earnhardt, Jr. to sponsor a pr...
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Cyril Despres Races Le Touquet on Polaris Predator 500 Troy Lee Edition
(02/17/2005)
Despres’ First Race on a Quad Proves Successful Despres and his Polaris Predator Troy Lee Edition on the starting line. Minneapolis, February 17, 2005 – Polaris Industries is proud to announce that Cyril Despres, the recent winne...
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Limited Edition ATVs For Hunters, Race fans and Sport ATV Enthusiasts
(02/04/2005)
Polaris Uses Consumer Input to Develop Customized ATVs Minneapolis, February 4, 2005 – Polaris Industries today announced its tough 2005 Limited Edition (LE) ATV models. There are seven models which will be available in US and Canadian dealerships st...
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Polaris Announces Extension of Employment Agreement with CEO
(02/02/2005)
Company also announces Rule 10b5-1 Trading Plan MINNEAPOLIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)—February 2, 2005--Polaris Industries Inc. (NYSE/PSE:PII) announced today that it has renewed and extended the employment agreement with its President and Chief Executiv...
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Polaris Launches Super Sneak 2006 – Demo Rides, Live Music, Freestyle Exhibitions and More
(02/01/2005)
Six Events Across North America; Be the First to See and Ride the New 2006 Polaris Snowmobiles. MEDINA, MN (February 1, 2005) – Special snowmobiles demand special introductions, so Polaris will offer snowmobilers unprecedented opportunities to s...
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Polaris Reports Record 2004 Fourth Quarter and Full Year Results; Full Year 2004 Earnings Per Share Up 14 Percent on 14 Percent Sales Growth
(01/27/2005)
POLARIS REPORTS RECORD 2004 FOURTH QUARTER AND FULL YEAR RESULTS; FULL YEAR 2004 EARNINGS PER SHARE UP 14 PERCENT ON 14 PERCENT SALES GROWTH Highlights: 23rd consecutive year of record earnings per share from continuing operations 27th consecutiv...
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Polaris Declares 22 Percent Increase in Cash Dividend
(01/20/2005)
MINNEAPOLIS (January 20, 2005) — Polaris Industries Inc. (NYSE/PSE: PII) today announced that its Board of Directors has approved a 22 percent increase in the regular quarterly cash dividend effective with the 2005 first quarter dividend. The first ...
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Polaris Settles With CPSC
(01/13/2005)
Company denies any wrongdoing; agrees to penalty to avoid litigation MINNEAPOLIS, (1-13-05) –– Polaris Industries Inc. (NYSE/PSE: PII) today announced it will pay the Consumer Products Safety Commission (CPSC) $950,000 to settle claims alleging t...
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Polaris Shows Commitment to ATV Racing with 2005 Contingency Plans & Pro ATV Racing Contract
(01/11/2005)
Polaris Signs Top 5 GNCC Racer & Launches Comprehensive Pro & Youth ATV Racing Program Minneapolis, January 11, 2005 – Polaris Industries today announced its 2005 ATV Racing Sponsorship and its first, and the industry’s largest, GNCC Co...
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New Polaris Sportsman 800 Twin EFI All-Terrain Vehicle Named "Best of the Best"
(12/08/2004)
Field & Stream Magazine bestows first annual ATV award Minneapolis, December 8, 2004 – Polaris Industries today announced that its new 2005 Sportsman 800 Twin EFI was named the “Best of the Best” all-terrain vehicle by Field & Strea...
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Versatile New 900 SwitchBack Delivers Class-Leading Ride Quality & Impressive Power for On- and Off-Trail Riding
(12/01/2004)
Limited Release 2005 Model is Built Upon the Intelligently Designed IQ Chassis with Polaris-Exclusive Rider Select™ Steering MEDINA, MN (Dec 1, 2004) – For riders who like to split their time between trail riding and off-trail exploration, the...
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The New Polaris IQ Propels Polaris to Dominance at WSA Duluth National Snocross
(11/29/2004)
Eckstrom Pulls Away in Pro-Open Victory; Polaris Owns Semi-Pro Ranks and Captures 4 of 6 Podiums in the Most Important Classes of the Weekend. DJ Eckstrom salutes the crowd with a first place salute after decimating the competition ...
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Polaris Announces New Director of Retail and Dealer Development
(11/09/2004)
Minneapolis, Nov. 9, 2004 - Polaris Industries Inc. (NYSE/PSE: PII) today announced the promotion of Paige Wittman to Director of Retail and Dealer Development, effective in December. Wittman currently is Manager of Global Sales and International...
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Daryl Rath Wins Second Consecutive National TT Race on Polaris Predator 500
(11/05/2004)
Predator Shows True Colors in Open Track Domination Minneapolis, November 5, 2004 – Polaris Industries is proud to announce that Daryl Rath secured his second Grand National Championship Series TT race victory of the year atop his 2004 Polaris ...
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Polaris Announces Changes To Management Team
(11/02/2004)
Minneapolis, Nov. 2, 2004 Polaris Industries Inc. (NYSE/PSE: PII) today announced management changes in its Snowmobile Division, Consumer Sales and Dealer Development departments, effective immediately. Eric Lindquist, who has been Polaris’ Di...
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Polaris Gets Its Motor Running With McKinney
(10/28/2004)
Leading Recreational Vehicle Maker Taps McKinney For Creative Thinking and Connection Planning Capabilities MEDINA, MINN - (October 28, 2004) Polaris Industries Inc., one of the world’s leading makers of all-terrain vehicles, motorcycles and sn...
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CPSC, Polaris Industries Announce Recall of RANGER 4x4 Utility Vehicles
(10/21/2004)
The following product safety recall was voluntarily conducted by the firm in cooperation with the CPSC. Consumers should stop using the product immediately unless otherwise instructed. Name of product: Polaris “RANGER 4x4” Utility Vehicle Uni...
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Polaris Industries Inc. Appoints Robert L. Caulk to its Board of Directors
(10/21/2004)
MEDINA, Minn., October 21, 2004 – Polaris Industries Inc. (NYSE/PSE: PII) today announced the appointment of Robert L. Caulk to the Company’s Board of Directors effective October 21, 2004. Mr. Caulk, 52, joined United Industries Corporation in ...
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Polaris Frontier Snowmobile with 4-Stroke Engine Earns U.S. Interior Department Certification For ‘Best Available Technology’
(10/19/2004)
Interior Sec. Gale Norton Lauds Polaris During Visit to Company HQ MEDINA, MN (October 19, 2004) – Secretary of the Interior Gale A. Norton announced the Polaris Frontier Touring snowmobile featuring the company’s 4-stroke engine technology ...
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Polaris Reports Record 2004 Third Quarter Sales and Earnings
(10/14/2004)
POLARIS REPORTS RECORD THIRD QUARTER SALES AND EARNINGS FROM CONTINUING OPERATIONS; SALES GREW 15 PERCENT TO $511 MILLION; EARNINGS PER SHARE FROM CONTINUING OPERATIONS INCREASED 8 PERCENT TO A RECORD $1.00 PER DILUTED SHARE Third Quarter Highlight...
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Polaris Teams Up With High-Flyin’ Ryan Britt in Fast Growing Freestyle Venue
(10/11/2004)
Britt Will Showcase the All-New 440 IQ Racer and 900 Fusion on 2004-’05 Tour MEDINA, MN (Oct. 11, 2004) – Freestyle snocross competitor Ryan Britt has been cleared to take off on another season of exciting flights on Polaris snowmobiles as he com...
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Daryl Rath Wins First National TT Race on Polaris Predator 500
(10/08/2004)
Trail Tough, Track Ready Predator Shows its Prowess Minneapolis, October 8, 2004 – Polaris Industries is proud to announce that Daryl Rath secured his first Grand National Championship Series TT race victory of the year atop his 2004 Polar...
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2005 Predator 500 Troy Lee Designs Edition Wins “Sport ATV of The Year” Title
(10/07/2004)
The ATV Guide Publication Bestows Annual Award to the Polaris Predator Minneapolis, October 7, 2004 -- Polaris Industries is proud to announce that its 2005 Predator 500 Troy Lee Designs edition ATV was named “Sport ATV of the Year” by The 2005 A...
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CSPC, Polaris Industries Announce Recall of Sportsman 700 EFI ATVs.
(09/26/2004)
Recall Alert U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public AffairsWashington, D.C. 20207 The following product safety recall was voluntarily conducted by the firm in cooperation with the CPSC. Consumers should stop ...
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Polaris ATVs Tackle the French Alps
(09/20/2004)
California Resident Wins Trip to Ride Polaris 800 EFI in the French Alps Minneapolis, September 20, 2004 – Jim Orr of Placentia, Calif. already spends a lot of time riding trails on Polaris ATVs, however, his most recent ride was one he won’...
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CPSC, Polaris Industries Announce Recall of Predator 500 ATVs
(09/14/2004)
Recall Alert U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public AffairsWashington, D.C. 20207 The following product safety recall was voluntarily conducted by the firm in cooperation with the CPSC. Consumers should stop ...
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New Polaris Race Sled Built on IQ Chassis Has Racers Looking Forward to New Season
(09/14/2004)
440 IQ™ Seen as Strong New Force in Snocross Racing MEDINA, MN (Sept. 14, 2004) – An air of optimism and eagerness surrounded the Polaris snowmobile display at Haydays on September 11 following the introduction of the incredible new Polaris snocr...
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Declining personal watercraft market, continued operating losses led to decision
(09/02/2004)
Declining personal watercraft market, continued operating losses led to decision Minneapolis, MN (September 2, 2004) – Polaris Industries Inc. (NYSE/PSE: PII) announced today that it will cease to manufacture marine products effective immediately...
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Polaris Snowmobile Racing Program Features New Teams, Rising Young Stars for 2004-’05
(08/30/2004)
Polaris Snowmobile Racing Program Features New Teams, Rising Young Stars for 2004-’05 New Teams In East, West & Canada to Campaign on New Polaris Race Sled MEDINA, MN (Aug. 30, 2004) – Polaris has assembled a lineup of young, skilled and d...
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Fleet of Polaris Vehicles to Assist in Hurricane Clean-Up
(08/26/2004)
MINNEAPOLIS, August 26, 2004 – This week, Polaris Industries (NYSE: PII) sent two-dozen Polaris All-Terrain Pickups (ATPs) to a variety of government and other Florida relief organizations to aide in cleanup efforts in the wake of Hurricane Charley. ...
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Polaris To Open New Training Facility
(08/22/2004)
SUNY Canton to house company’s fourth dealer training center in the country. MINNEAPOLIS, August 22, 2004 – Polaris Industries (NYSE: PII) this week announced plans to establish a dealer training center at the State University of New York campus i...
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U.S. Coast Guard, Polaris Industries Inc. Announce Recall of Personal Watercraft
(08/09/2004)
Recall Alert U.S. Coast Guard USCG, Polaris Industries Announce Personal Watercraft Recall PRODUCT: Personal Watercraft - Polaris Industries Inc., of Medina, Minn., is voluntarily recalling about 4200 watercraft. Polaris model year 2003 an...
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Victory Teams Up With S&S Cycle
(08/05/2004)
Victory Teams Up With S&S Cycle, Inc. to Fuel Development of Victory Performance Products V-Twin Aftermarket Leader to Introduce High-Performance 106-Cubic Inch Kit for Victory Freedom Engines MEDINA, MN (Aug. 5, 2004) – To satisfy the p...
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Polaris Honors History Makers With Induction into New Polaris Hall of Fame
(08/04/2004)
Polaris Honors History Makers With Induction into New Polaris Hall of Fame Founders, Past Executive, Employees, Dealers & Suppliers Honored MEDINA, MN (Aug. 4, 2004) – Individuals and business partners who have played significant roles...
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Polaris Celebrates 50th Anniversary
(07/29/2004)
Historic Party Rocks the Minnesota State Fairgrounds MEDINA, MN (July 29, 2004) – Polaris and more than 25,000 riding enthusiasts and music fans turned the Minnesota State Fairgrounds into “Polarisville” during “The Way Out Weekend” celebration of...
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Polaris Celebrates 50th Anniversary With Introduction of Breakthrough New Vehicles
(07/29/2004)
Polaris Celebrates 50th Anniversary With Introduction of Breakthrough New Vehicles Tens of Thousands Attend Company’s 50th Celebration at Minnesota State Fairgrounds MEDINA, MN (July 29, 2004) – Polaris Industries celebrated its 50th anniversa...
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Polaris Makes New Tracks Into International Markets
(07/21/2004)
New Quadricycle makes debut at international dealer meeting in St. Paul, Minn. MINNEAPOLIS, July 21, 2004 – Polaris Industries this week announced new initiatives to make international sales a top growth engine for the company with the launch of its...
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Polaris RANGER 6x6 - Amazing Capacity and the World’s Only True 6WD Utility Vehicle
(07/15/2004)
There is nothing like it. The new, redesigned 2005 Polaris RANGER® 6x6 is the largest capacity and highest traction utility vehicle ever built. With a new, exclusive Lock & Ride TM cargo system, the industry’s highest payload, cargo and towing ca...
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Polaris RANGER TM - King of the 2WD Class
(07/15/2004)
The new, redesigned RANGER TM is the King of the two-wheel drive class. With a new, exclusive Lock & RideTM cargo system, class leading payload, cargo and towing capacities, and a 25 mph top speed, RANGER TM is the hardest working two-wheel driv...
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Polaris Ranger Introduces Lock & Ride AND SpeedKey Technology
(07/15/2004)
Pure Polaris Introduces Lock & RideTM Technology; Proprietary System offers Versatility, Perfect Fit & Easy Installation Minneapolis, Minn. - Pure Polaris today announced the introduction of Lock & RideTM, a new proprietary technolog...
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Polaris RANGER 4x4 - The Hardest Working, Smoothest Riding Utility Vehicle – Ever.
(07/15/2004)
The new, redesigned 2005 Polaris RANGER® 4x4 is the hardest working, smoothest riding utility vehicle ever. With a new, exclusive Lock & RideTM cargo system, class leading payload, cargo and towing capacities, a 41 mph top speed and true on-deman...
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Polaris Reports Record Sales and Earnings; Second Quarter 2004 Earnings Per Share Up 15 Percent On a 12 Percent Sales Increase
(07/15/2004)
POLARIS REPORTS RECORD SALES AND EARNINGS; SECOND QUARTER 2004 EARNINGS PER SHARE UP 15 PERCENT ON A 12 PERCENT SALES INCREASE Second Quarter Highlights: 25th consecutive quarter of increased sales and earnings Snowmobile sales grew 65%, ATV sales...
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Polaris Celebrates 50th Anniversary in Company’s Hometown of Roseau, MN
(06/28/2004)
Busy Weekend of Activities Includes Performance by ‘Thrill Team’ Thousands of people spent three days celebrating 50 years of great outdoor experiences during the regional Polaris 50th Anniversary Celebration, which was held on June 18-20 in the comp...
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Dale Earnhardt, Jr. Takes Contest Winner For The Ride Of His Life
(06/09/2004)
Minnesota Resident Rides Polaris ATVs With Stock Car Racing Star Dale Earnhardt, Jr. Jim and Mary Boatwright (left, center), winners of the Polaris "Ride of Your Life" sweepstakes, met with Dale Earnhardt, Jr. before hitting...
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Women Snowmobilers on WOW Relay Raise Over $375,000 for Breast Cancer Research, Education
(05/28/2004)
Relay Has Raised More Than a Half-Million Dollars in Two Years MEDINA, MN (May 28, 2004) – The 80 women who teamed up to ride Polaris snowmobiles across the United States and Canada on the 2004 International Way Out Women (WOW) Relay raised more...
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Beyond Life Preservers …Sending Strong Safety Signals
(05/26/2004)
Polaris Watercraft Division Awarded Telly Award for Public Service Announcement Minneapolis, May 26, 2004 — Safety knowledge is a key component that should be kept top of mind before hitting the water. As a reflection of its commitment to safet...
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Polaris Dealers to Ride Victory Motorcycles Through 50 States in 50 Days to Celebrate Polaris 50th Anniversary
(05/13/2004)
Enthusiasts Encouraged to Join In as Canadian Trio Lives “The Way Out” MEDINA, MN (May 13, 2004) – For two Canadian Polaris dealerships, there are no common or simple ways to celebrate Polaris anniversary milestones, so they will commemorate the...
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Victory Motorcycle Auction Caps Off 2004 Kyle Petty Charity Ride
(05/12/2004)
Ness Signature Series Bike Commands $80,000 Bid, Highlighting Victory’s Sponsorship of the Annual Ride MEDINA, MN (May 12, 2004) – Nearly 300 motorcyclists enjoyed a windy, sunny and memorable ride across America on the 10th annual Chick-fil-A Kyl...
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Polaris Brings Past, Present And Future Together For 50TH Anniversary Celebration This Summer
(05/10/2004)
“The Way Out Weekend” to Feature the Summer’s Hottest Music Line up, Interactive Displays and Much More MINNEAPOLIS, May 10, 2004 - Visitors from around the world will converge on St. Paul, Minn., this summer to join Polaris in celebrating 50 yea...
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U.S. Army Awards $10.3 Million ATV Contract to Polaris Industries
(04/29/2004)
U.S. Special Operations Command Will Use All-Terrain Vehicles In Iraq, Afghanistan MINNEAPOLIS, April 29, 2004 – Polaris Industries this week was awarded a 5-year, $10.3 million contract by the United States Department of Defense’s Special Opera...
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50th Anniversary Photo Search
(04/22/2004)
Our 50th anniversary celebrations are coming up in June and July, and we’d like your help in creating something special. We ask each of you to sort through your photos from the past 50 years. We're looking for pictures of Polaris employees, dealers...
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Polaris Reports Record First Quarter 2004 Results;Earnings Per Share Up 14 Percent On 10 Percent Sales Growth
(04/15/2004)
POLARIS REPORTS RECORD FIRST QUARTER 2004 RESULTS; EARNINGS PER SHARE UP 14 PERCENT ON 10 PERCENT SALES GROWTH First Quarter Highlights: 24th consecutive quarter of increased sales and earnings per share Victory Motorcycle sales grew 40%, PGA sal...
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Polaris Poised to Pounce … Snocross Season Most Successful in Recent Years.
(04/02/2004)
Ross Martin Dominates Semi-Pro Stock with Year-End Championship; Scheuring Speedsports Signs Three-Year Contract Extension with Polaris; TEAM Industries Inks Deal for Two Additional Years Minneapolis, (April 2, 2004) – Three year-end championships...
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Snowmobile Related Tourism - a MAJOR job Generator
(03/01/2004)
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact Ed Klim Snowmobile Related Tourism - a MAJOR job Generator Snowmobiling is recognized in rural America as an Economic Engine and a big job generator. Surveys performed at the beginning of this snowmobile sea...
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Women Riders Complete 2004 WOW Relay Fundraiser
(02/26/2004)
A group of women snowmobilers rode into Roseau, Minnesota, on February 19 with a police escort, the mayor of Roseau riding along and crowds cheering as the women cruised by. This was no mere pleasure trip, this was the completion of the 2004 Internat...
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Polaris Kicks Off 50th Anniversary Celebration By Unveiling Two Revolutionary "Purpose Built" Snowmobiles
(02/23/2004)
MINNEAPOLIS, February 23, 2004 – With two all new revolutionary snowmobiles, Polaris has delivered on under-the-hood innovations and sleek, new designs to get the snowmobile division back to Victory Lane in 2004. Building on its heritage as the inven...
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Snowmobile Community Prevails Against Proposed Ban, Yellowstone Remains Open for Snowmobiling
(02/12/2004)
HASLETT, Mich., Feb. 12, 2004 - The snowmobile community won a major victory in efforts to preserve access to Yellowstone and Grand Teton national parks when a U.S. District Judge in Wyoming issued a temporary restraining order Tuesday barring the ...
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Polaris Gives the Stanley Cup its First Snowmobile Ride on Tour Leading Up to 2004 NHL All-Star Game
(02/12/2004)
Cup Visits Minnesota Towns on Back of Polaris Frontier Touring Snowmobile Medina, (February 12, 2004) - Heads turned, jaws dropped, cameras flashed and people of all ages came running as the Polaris Frontier Touring snowmobile pulled to a stop in to...
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Polaris Racers Sweep Top Three Spots in Pro Open Final at Super SnoCross Indoor Opener
(02/02/2004)
Levi LaVallee Wins to Lead 1-2-3 Polaris DominationMINNEAPOLIS, MN (Feb. 2, 2004) – Polaris owned the Pro Open podium at the season’s first Super SnoCross Indoor Stadium Tour event as Levi LaVallee won the race and led a 1-2-3 Polaris sweep in the sp...
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CPSC, Polaris Industries Inc. Announce Recall of Accessory Skis for Snowmobiles
(01/30/2004)
Recall Alert January 30, 2004 CPSC, Polaris Industries Inc. Announce Recall of Accessory Skis for Snowmobiles The following product safety recall was conducted by the firm in cooperation with the CPSC. Consumers should stop using the produc...
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Polaris Racer Levi LaVallee Wins 2004 X Games HillCross Gold Medal
(01/30/2004)
Polaris Dominates HillCross With 4 of 6 Sleds in FinalMinneapolis (January 30, 2004) - Levi LaVallee elevated his status in the world of snowmobile racing when he blew away the competition on his Polaris race sled to win the 2004 Winter X Games HillC...
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Polaris Reports 2003 Fourth Quarter Earnings
(01/29/2004)
Polaris Reports Record 2003 Fourth Quarter and Full Year Results;Full Year 2003 Earnings Per Share Up 12 Percent Highlights: 15th consecutive year of record Earnings per Share 23rd consecutive quarter of increased sales and earnings ATV sales gre...
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On the Trail to the 2004 NHL All-Star Week – The Stanley Cup Makes Way Through Minnesota By Snowmobile
(01/29/2004)
- The Stanley Cup Travels From Eveleth to Twin Cities - What: 2004 NHL All-Star Weekend Stanley Cup Tour Presented by Dodge and Polaris Photo Opp: See Schedule Below When: Saturday, January 31 –...
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Polaris ATVs Partners With NASCAR Star – Dale Earnhardt, Jr.
(01/26/2004)
MINNEAPOLIS, January 26, 2004 – NASCAR superstar Dale Earnhardt, Jr. just picked up a new mode of transportation, but his new wheels are made for high performance off the track. Polaris ATVs has signed Earnhardt, Jr., one of the hottest names in NASC...
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Polaris All-Terrain Pickup Wins 2004 ATV of the Year Award
(01/23/2004)
ATP is third Polaris ATV to win similar award in three years MINNEAPOLIS, Jan. 23, 2004 — Polaris Industries (NYSE: PII) today announced that its All-Terrain Pickup (ATP) was named “ATV of the Year” by ATV Magazine, the largest ATV industry publica...
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Polaris Declares 48 Percent Increase In Cash Dividend And Two-For-One Stock Split.
(01/22/2004)
MINNEAPOLIS (January 22, 2004) — Polaris Industries Inc. (NYSE/PSE: PII) today announced that its Board of Director’s has approved a 48 percent increase in the regular quarterly cash dividend effective with the 2004 first quarter dividend. The first ...
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Polaris/Amsoil/Scheuring Race Team Soars With U.S. Air Force Sponsorship
(01/05/2004)
Team & Air Force Gain Valuable Exposure Minneapolis, (January 5, 2004) - Two high-flying teams – the U.S. Air Force (USAF) and Team Polaris/Amsoil/Scheuring Speedsports – have formed a partnership that is paying benefits on the race track and on...
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Polaris Industries Inc. to present at William Blair & Company’s 28th Annual Growth Stock Conference
(01/01/1900)
MINNEAPOLIS, MN. June 10, 2008 – Polaris Industries Inc. (NYSE: PII) announced today that it will present at William Blair & Company’s 28th Annual Growth Stock Conference at the Four Seasons Hotel in Chicago, Illinois on Thursday, June 19, 2008 a...
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Polaris Snowmobile Freestyler Levi LaVallee Performs Historic Double Backflip at X Games
(01/01/1900)
LaVallee’s First-Ever Double on His Polaris IQ® Race Sled is Talk of the GamesMEDINA, MN (January 26, 2009) – Polaris snocross racer and snowmobile freestyle star Levi LaVallee might not have won the gold medal in the Winter X Games Next Trick compet...
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Polaris Reports 2008 Fourth Quarter And Record Full Year Results
(01/01/1900)
Fourth Quarter and Full Year Highlights
Fourth quarter 2008 earnings per diluted share from continuing operations increased 4% to $1.11, while sales of $523.6 million were down 3% from the 2007 fourth quarter
Full year 2008 earnings per share fr...
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