NEWS
Stranded? The MOA Hotline is now available to help
BEGINNING OCTOBER 1, BMW
Motorcycle Owners of America members have yet another valuable resource in their tool kits, offering them the peace of mind of knowing they’ve got a friend just a phone call away, should the unexpected occur while on the road. Powered by Global Rescue, the
MOA Hotline connects MOA mem- bers to a Global Rescue representa- tive 24 hours a day, seven days a week, able to help them find a hotel, camp- ground, towing service, BMW dealer or even Owners Anonymous Book information when emergencies strike. With a single phone call, all MOA members now have access to this concierge service whenever they find themselves in need. Best of all, this service is free to all current BMW MOA members. According to MOA Executive
Director Bob Aldridge, the idea for an all-inclusive help-line for motorcyclists came as he tried to help some stranded riders who called the MOA office looking for Owners Anonymous Book help. “A breakdown of any kind can be very
frustrating,” said Aldridge. “We’ve all been there and sometimes you just need some- one to say, ‘Let me help and take care of this for you.’” By calling the MOA Hotline, not only
can Global Rescue help stranded riders with accommodations, towing or direc- tions to the nearest dealer and service arrangements, but they can also contact the member’s roadside assistance provider. “With crisis management and emer-
gency response services for global travelers as their core business, Global Rescue representatives are highly skilled and very good at what they do,” Aldridge said. “The stranded MOA member only needs to find a safe place to make a phone call, and the
Global Rescue representative will take care of the rest.” This MOA Hotline is free and adds to a
continually growing list of benefits all members of the BMW Motorcycle Owners of America can enjoy. The service begins October 1 and will immediately be avail- able to all current MOA members by calling the MOA Hotline at 617-426-6621. “We are very excited to offer this free
service to MOA members without any change in membership rates. We feel strongly about this partnership with Global Rescue and are confident that MOA mem- bers will see this as a valuable service,” Aldridge said. For more than a decade, Global Rescue
has provided individuals, families, busi- nesses and governments with critical emer- gency response services, and with their partnership with Johns Hopkins Medicine, Global Rescue has grown to become the recognized leader in this market.
Progressive® IMS summer of outreach PROGRESSIVE® INTERNATIONAL
Motorcycle Shows® (IMS) has expanded this year upon its mission of connecting with the motorcycling community, its vendors and enthusi- asts. As a longtime sponsor of enthusi-
ast rallies, bike nights and events across the U.S., during their “Summer of Sponsorship Program,” engage- ments included their first-time spon- sorship of the BMW MOA International Rally. At the rally, the IMS brand was seen throughout the event from on-site signage to spon- sorship of a Vendor Appreciation Luncheon. In addition to their support of the
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BMW MOA in Billings, Montana, other events and rallies throughout the U.S. included World Superbike events as well as the announcement of new cities to be included on the 2015/2016 Progressive IMS circuit including Portland, Oregon, and Long Beach and Sacramento, California Tracy Harris, Senior Vice President
Powersports Group, UBM Advanstar, said, “The Progressive® International Motorcy- cle Shows® enjoyed partnering with the BMW Motorcycle Owners of America for the 43rd Annual BMW MOA International Rally as well as other events across the U.S. this summer. The ‘Summer of Sponsorship Program’ helps to bring the motorcycle community together and celebrate riding with camaraderie, education and a passion
for the hobby. These are core values at IMS, and we continue to reach out to our audi- ence and connect with motorcyclists, ven- dors and enthusiasts beyond the 10 U.S. Shows.” The 2015/2016 IMS tour cities represent
the most motorcycle-dense populations in the country to reach as many of the nation’s motorcycle enthusiasts as possible. The tour schedule offers attendees the unique opportunity to be the first to see the newest models, speak with knowledgeable product experts and be well-prepared and enthusi- astic for the upcoming riding season. Additionally, at several show locations, licensed riders will be able to test ride new motorcycles.
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