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Ep. 51 - Sonic Automotive President Jeff Dyke talks about its expanded Harley-Davidson footprint

Episode 51

Monday, June 8, 2026 • Duration 22:04

Already one of the nation’s largest automotive retailers, Sonic Automotive is rapidly growing its powersports business, recently acquiring five Harley-Davidson dealerships in California, Florida, Georgia, and North Carolina to bring its total portfolio to 20 stores nationwide. During a recent Power Hour podcast with Powersports Business, President Jeff Dyke explained how the acquisitions strengthen Sonic’s presence in key year-round riding markets and support the company’s aggressive growth strategy in powersports.

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Ep. 50 - Young Powersports' Rad Gladfelder sits down to discuss his new role with the dealership group

Episode 50

Monday, May 18, 2026 • Duration 27:30

On this episode of the PSB Power Hour, Brendan sits down with Rad Gladfelder, director of powersports at Young Powersports, one of the industry’s fastest-growing dealership groups. Fresh off multiple PSB Honors awards — including a PSB Leadership Award — Gladfelder shares his journey from a family-run dealership to helping lead an 11-store operation, and how the group is expanding while others scale back.

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Ep. 49 - USMCA's Lindsay Scheltema talks about why coaching matters more than ever in motorsports

Episode 49

Monday, May 4, 2026 • Duration 29:17

Coaching is emerging as a critical driver of growth and retention in motorsports, shifting the focus beyond equipment and competition to rider development, safety, and community. Insights from the USMCA highlight how certified coaching—built on standards, training, and accountability—helps new riders stay engaged, avoid injury, and build long-term confidence in the sport. For dealers, integrating coaching into the sales process isn’t just an added value—it’s a powerful way to strengthen customer relationships, improve retention, and support the future of the industry.

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Ep. 48 - Denago's GM David Garibyan talks about their new UTV and affordability in the utility market

Episode 48

Wednesday, April 22, 2026 • Duration 38:01

At AIMExpo in January, we stopped by the Denago Powersports booth to take a look at their latest model, which is a feature-packed UTV for the utility segment. We later sat down with GM David Garibyan to talk about their new models and how affordability fits into the mix with powersports dealers. The company now has more than 200 dealers in the U.S, and continues to grow. We talk about the secret sauce that makes the "Denago Difference," as their tagline says.

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Ep. 47 - MIC's Senior Vice President of Government Affairs Scott Schloegel discusses the policy landscape for powersports and the Capitol Hill Fly-In

Episode 47

Thursday, April 9, 2026 • Duration 45:37

In this episode of the Power Hour podcast, Powersports Business editor Brendan Baker sits down with Scott Schloegel, senior vice president of government relations for the Motorcycle Industry Council, to unpack the complex policy landscape shaping the powersports industry in 2026. He outlines a wide range of pressing issues—from ongoing tariff uncertainty and rising costs for manufacturers and dealers, to emerging state-level regulations on PFAS “forever chemicals” that could impact vehicle production. He also highlights the importance of public land access and the Recreational Trails Program, emphasizing its direct connection to industry growth and rider participation. And finally, we talk about the importance of participation in the MIC Fly-In in Washington D.C. later this month.

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Ep. 46 - Northwood University's Dr. Dave Oventhal talks education and workforce development

Episode 46

Tuesday, March 10, 2026 • Duration 30:00

At AIMExpo, we caught up with Northwood University’s Dr. Dave Oventhal, division chair of the Center for Automotive & Mobility Studies (CAMS), to talk about something that could shape the future of the powersports industry: education. From curriculum insights to industry partnerships, this conversation explores how higher education is stepping up to fuel the talent pipeline.

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Ep. 45 - Mike Kennedy, new CEO of Indian Motorcycle talks transition from Polaris

Episode 45

Friday, February 20, 2026 • Duration 27:13

The ink was barely dry on the transaction from Polaris to Carolwood LP when we reached out to Mike Kennedy to join us on the Power Hour to talk about the transition and future of Indian Motorcycle.

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Ep. 44 - Yamaha's Mike Martinez talks about the birth of the Rhino and the big R word - retirement

Episode 44

Wednesday, February 11, 2026 • Duration 31:09

Yamaha Motorsports President Mike Martinez, who’s retiring after an amazing career, sat down with us at AIMExpo to talk about his retirement, transition, and plans for more (BDR) adventures.

Ep. 43 - Mark Sheffield joins the Power Hour podcast

Episode 43

Monday, January 5, 2026 • Duration 01:08:41

Mark Sheffield has worn many hats in the industry, but he says he's "semi-retired" now. He still holds many positions, such as co-owner of Woods Country Cycle and NPDA board member. We sat down with him to talk about his latest column for PSB and where he sees the industry headed in 2026.

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Ep. 42 - Power Week Preview with Boating Industry and Powersports Business

Episode 42

Monday, December 8, 2025 • Duration 28:32

Brendan sits down with Power Week MC David Gee, along with Boating Industry's Madelyn Hubbard and PSB's Chris Officer, to talk about the Elevate and Accelerate Conferences in Orlando in January.

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