Four months ago, I interviewed John Collins, Vice President of the consumer business for Textron Specialized Vehicles, here on ArcticInsider. The interview occurred just six weeks after the sale of Arctic Cat to Textron was finalized.
In terms of what Arctic Cat would look like under Textron ownership, that first interview offered only a few broad-brush strokes, and less specific detail.
Now six months into the new Arctic Cat and Textron Off Road, Collins (above right, shown with Arctic Cat legend Roger Skime) offers new insight into the integration; what they’ve learned about Arctic Cat and its loyal customers; the just-released model line of ATVs and side-by-sides; and more.
