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Harley-Davidson moves some work from US due to tariffs

by John Biers © Agence France-Presse NEW YORK, United States (AFP)–Harley-Davidson plans to shift some manufacturing of its iconic motorcycles overseas to avoid retaliatory European tariffs imposed last week, the company said Monday. The announcement comes as the 117-year old company is also buffeted by higher steel costs following tariffs enacted by US President Donald Trump, who had embraced the company as an emblematic US industrial firm in the early days of his administration. Trump on Monday […]

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Harley-Davidson slumps in ‘America First’ era

NEW YORK, United States (AFP) — Harley-Davidson on Tuesday revealed gloomy sales ahead after soft results last year, due to weakness in its home market despite the ascendancy of President Donald Trump’s “America First” agenda. The chief of the iconic motorcycle brand said he hopes to turn the company’s fortunes around by drawing in new, younger, fans, and introducing dozens of new models. Net profit for 2016 fell eight percent to $692.1 million, as motorcycle […]

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Harley-Davidson in $15m pollution settlement with US

WASHINGTON, United States (AFP) – US motorcycle giant Harley-Davidson on Thursday entered a $15 million settlement with US authorities who accused the company of making and selling illegal devices that increased air pollution from its bikes. The company, the iconic American manufacturer of large and loud motorcycles, agreed to buy back and cease selling so-called “super tuners,” which improved performance but increased hydrocarbon and nitrogen oxide emissions. The company has produced and sold about 340,000 […]

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New Harley-Davidson dealership opens in BGC

American leisure motorcycle manufacturer Harley-Davidson recently announced the opening of its newest dealership, Harley-Davidson of Manila – Bonifacio Global City to further reinforce the brand’s continued commitment to the Philippines. The Manila dealership is the third authorized dealership for Harley-Davidson in the Philippines, and is owned and operated by American Motorcycles, Inc. Harley-Davidson owners, riders from Manila and throughout the Philippines, along with HarleyDavidson Dealer Principals from 11 countries were present at the opening. Mr. […]

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