8 • November 2026 • Powersports Business

Indian Motorcycle recently appointed Angela Stewart as its newest director of North American sales and market development, where she will lead commercial execution across her territory, with a focus on market share growth and market expansion.

Stewart previously served as an Indian district manager for Northern California, Nevada and Idaho. In her new role, she will translate the company’ s strategy into actionable market plans, drive performance and accountability, and provide leadership with insights to identify and capitalize on emerging market and competitive opportunities.

“ Our four strategic priorities are brand, product, U. S. manufacturing and dealers,” says Mike Kennedy, CEO of

Angela Stewart is Indian Motorcycle’ s newest director of North American sales and market development.( Photo: Indian Motorcycle)

Indian Motorcycle.“ Angy brings a valuable combination of industry experience and dealership ownership that will help us strengthen dealer relationships, improve network effectiveness and capitalize on opportunities across our markets.

Stewart has experience across the powersports industry, with a resume that includes dealership operations, franchise leadership and field sales. She worked at the dealership level before joining Harley- Davidson, where she served as director of franchise operations.

She also owned and operated a multiline dealership, where she gained firsthand experience with dealership management, manufacturer- dealer relationships and the opportunities and challenges of running a retail business.

Vance & Hines has reached a final resolution with the U. S. Environmental Protection Agency( EPA) over allegations related to the Clean Air Act, concluding an investigation that began in 2018.

The Garden Grove, California- based motorcycle exhaust manufacturer said the resolution was formalized through a Consent Agreement and Final Order( CAFO). Under the agreement, Vance & Hines will pay nearly seven figures to resolve the allegations.

The company said it cooperated with federal authorities throughout the investigation and has spent the past four years overhauling its product line and engineering capabilities. Rather than simply discontinue certain products, Vance & Hines said it invested millions of dollars in engineering and testing facilities to develop a new generation of performance exhaust systems.

“ We have spent the better part of the last decade preparing for this moment,” said Chris Lindstrom, president and CEO of Vance & Hines in a statement.“ Our goal was never just to meet a legal standard; it was to prove that addressing

Under the agreement, Vance & Hines will pay nearly seven figures to resolve the allegations.( Image credit: Vance & Hines) the EPA’ s concerns doesn’ t mean sacrificing performance or a great quality sound.”

The company said its latest exhaust systems incorporate advanced technology and precision tuning, with thousands of hours of research and development aimed at retaining the sound and styling associated with the Vance & Hines brand while improving usable torque compared with previous generations.

The resolution highlights the importance of understanding Clean Air Act requirements for motorcycle aftermarket manufacturers, distributors and retailers. Businesses selling emissions- related performance products must ensure their offerings comply with applicable federal requirements.

Lindstrom acknowledged that the changes have raised questions among some longtime customers and industry partners, but said the company chose to invest in engineering and development to protect its future and that of its dealer network.

Vance & Hines said it will now focus on developing performance exhaust systems, fuel- management products and air- intake components as it continues to adapt its product offerings.