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With the Progressive AFT Racing Series switching to an all-Production model formula for 2025, manufacturers, sponsors and race teams need to keep a close eye on whether the change will improve or reduce the effectiveness of their investments. The AFT Viewership & Metrics Dashboard delivers downloadable and up-to-date numbers that show exactly who ' s tuning in and how fast the audience is growing; www. amaproracing. com
AMA will award multiple racers with prestigious AMA National No. 1 Plates during the Roof Systems AMA Flat Track Grand Championship, which runs June 29-July 5 at the Du Quoin State Fairgrounds in Du Quoin, Ill. There will also be a slew of special awards also up for grabs, such as the Nicky Hayden AMA Flat Track Horizon Award, the Bill Werner AMA Fast Brain Award, and the Youth Racer and Vet / Sr. Racer of the Year Awards. Prior winners of the Nicky Hayden Award have included Jared Mees, Briar Bauman, Kody Kopp and Dallas Daniels; www. americanmotorcyclist. com
SEMA has welcomed the end of EV Mandates in the US. A successful bipartisan effort to end EV mandates are said to have marked " the result of a monumental, years-long effort to educate voters and lawmakers on the importance of preserving vehicle choice in the U. S. By halting a California-led effort to ban internal combustion engine( ICE) vehicles through EV mandates for 40 % of the nation ' s population, the Senate, and, before it the House of Representatives, has shown courage in the face of radical policymakers and exhibited confidence in American innovation and ingenuity borne out of the automotive aftermarket industry." California ' s Advanced Clean Cars II( ACC II) regulation " jeopardized a significant sector of the American economy. A third of the specialty automotive aftermarket is based on ICE technology. The Senate vote to end California ' s national EV mandate and ICE vehicle ban protects $ 100bn of annual economic impact to the nation ' s economy and the more than 330,000 American jobs that these policies threatened."
AMA has applauded Arkansas Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders( R) for signing Act 312 into law on March 18, establishing inherent risk for offroad motorcyclists and enhancing protections for event organizers throughout the state. The Act offers greater protections for private landowners who provide access to their land for off-road recreation and competition.
Record Year for 2025 Distinguished Gentleman ' s Ride
Staged in Cities and venues worldwide, the May 18 2025 Distinguished Gentleman ' s Ride has been described as a " Global triumph, raising record sums for Men ' s Health Awareness charities with events
involving over 125,000 classic and vintage motorcycle riders in 1,038 Cities in 108 countries. " The global Distinguished Gentleman ' s Ride( DGR), saw riders united by a passion for motorcycling and dressed in dapper attire, celebrate their combined contributions to men ' s mental health and prostate cancer
research, all on the same day. " This year ' s event marked a significant milestone, with participants collectively raising over $ 7.3m, contributing to a total of just over $ 60m raised since the event ' s inception in 2012." Founded by Australian Mark Hawwa, the DGR has grown into the world ' s
largest charity motorcycle event, supported by Triumph Motorcycles for the 12th consecutive year. The event ' s global reach and community spirit have supported Movember ' s effort for 10 years in 2025, marking an impressive milestone of the event ' s impact on men ' s health. " The DGR community continues to exemplify the power of unity and style in driving positive change. Every year, our community unites to raise critical funds and awareness to prostate cancer and men ' s mental health," says Mark Hawwa. " To see so many riders taking to the streets in so many countries is nothing short of extraordinary. We ' ve reached incredible milestones together. 2025 marks 10 years of support from Movember, and with their partnership, we ' ve been able to include men ' s mental health alongside prostate cancer. It ' s inspiring to witness how far we ' ve come- and it ' s all thanks to the dedication of our riders, hosts, and supporters who continue to make this movement matter." Partners in 2025 included Hedon, ELF Lubricants, Quad Lock & BRETT Eyewear. www. gentlemansride. com
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