Thief River Falls (trfnews.i234.me) — Just months after fears that Arctic Cat’s future was over, the powersports manufacturer has been brought back to life under new ownership and is producing machines once again. Earlier this year, Textron Inc., the parent company of Arctic Cat, announced layoffs, management shake-ups, and halted production at the Thief River… Continue reading Arctic Cat Revived Under New Ownership, Production Resumes
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Arctic Cat Resumes Production in Thief River Falls
Thief River Falls (trfnews.i234.me) — In a major turnaround for one of the most iconic names in powersports, Arctic Cat has resumed production at its Thief River Falls plant just 90 days after being acquired by a new ownership group. The announcement of the acquisition came on April 24, 2025, giving fans and industry leaders… Continue reading Arctic Cat Resumes Production in Thief River Falls
Arctic Cat Revs Back to Life in Pennington County: 2026 Snowmobile Lineup Unveiled Amid Workforce Revival
Pennington County, Minnesota (trfnews.i234.me) — In a significant turn of events for the powersports industry, Arctic Cat has announced a comprehensive 2026 snowmobile lineup just two weeks after its acquisition by former executive Brad Darling and an investment group. This move not only showcases the company’s commitment to innovation but also marks a revival of… Continue reading Arctic Cat Revs Back to Life in Pennington County: 2026 Snowmobile Lineup Unveiled Amid Workforce Revival
Thief River Falls: Arctic Cat Rescued from Shutdown—Sold to Former Exec Amid Layoffs
Thief River Falls, MN (trfnews.i234.me) — In a significant development for the local community and the powersports industry, Arctic Cat has been acquired by former executive Brad Darling and an investment group. This acquisition comes in the wake of Textron Inc.’s announcement to suspend manufacturing operations at the Thief River Falls facility by May 22,… Continue reading Thief River Falls: Arctic Cat Rescued from Shutdown—Sold to Former Exec Amid Layoffs
Thief River Falls: Arctic Cat Rescued from Shutdown—Sold to Former Exec Amid Layoffs
Thief River Falls, MN (trfnews.i234.me) — In a dramatic turn of events, Arctic Cat, the renowned snowmobile and ATV manufacturer based in Thief River Falls, has been sold to former executive Brad Darling and an investment group. This acquisition comes after months of uncertainty following Textron’s announcement to halt production and lay off employees at… Continue reading Thief River Falls: Arctic Cat Rescued from Shutdown—Sold to Former Exec Amid Layoffs