Kawasaki Captive Finance Solution Supports Future Retail Growth

FOOTHILL RANCH, CA – December 13, 2024 – (Motor Sports NewsWire) – Kawasaki Heavy Industries, Ltd. is excited to announce a capital and business alliance agreement aimed at strengthening the business operations of its subsidiary, Kawasaki Motors, Ltd., which includes Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A.

This pioneering alliance will introduce a cutting-edge captive finance solution designed to offer dealers customized financing options and provide consumers with an exceptional purchasing experience. Leveraging the latest technologies and tools, this innovative solution aims to streamline the financing process and enhance customer satisfaction.

Scheduled to launch in 2025, the initiative will begin with select dealers in a limited number of states, with a plan to achieve nationwide presence gradually. This strategic rollout will ensure smooth implementation and broad dissemination of the advanced finance solutions over time.

“A captive retail finance company is an exciting new tool that will help our dealers expand their business, grow future retail sales, and have a positive impact on our customers’ brand experience, ultimately contributing directly to the success of Kawasaki,” said Anthony Kestler, VP of Marketing and Sales.

The new captive finance solution will be rolled out in conjunction with existing retail finance partnerships, ensuring an effective transition for Kawasaki Dealers in 2025.

Stay tuned for further updates as we expand this innovative service throughout Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A.’s national network of dealerships.

ABOUT KAWASAKI

Kawasaki started full-scale production of motorcycles over a half century ago. The first Kawasaki motorcycle engine was designed based on technical know-how garnered from the development and production of aircraft engines, and Kawasaki’s entry into the motorcycle industry was driven by the company’s constant effort to develop new technologies. Numerous new Kawasaki models introduced over the years have helped shape the market, and in the process have created enduring legends based on their unique engineering, power, design and riding pleasure. In the future, Kawasaki Motors, Ltd. is committed to maintaining and furthering these strengths which will surely give birth to new legends.

Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. markets and distributes Kawasaki motorcycles, ATVs, side x sides, and JET SKI® watercraft through a network of approximately 1,100 independent retailers, with close to an additional 7,700 retailers specializing in general purpose engines. Kawasaki and its affiliates employ nearly 3,100 people in the United States, with approximately 260 of them located at Kawasaki’s Foothill Ranch, California headquarters.

Kawasaki’s tagline, “Let the Good Times Roll.®”, is recognized worldwide. The Kawasaki brand is synonymous with powerful, stylish and category-leading vehicles. Information about Kawasaki’s complete line of powersports products and Kawasaki affiliates can be found on the Internet at www.kawasaki.com.

Source: Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A.

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