Polaris and RZR Factory Racing unveil all-new RZR Pro R Factory Boost Race Machine. Oct 30, 2026, 14:00 ET All-New Polaris-Engineered RZR Pro R Factory Boost Delivers 400 Horsepower and Purpose-Built Enhancements for Open Desert Racing, Joining the RZR Pro R Factory in Polaris' Race Machine Lineup Available for Purchase MINNEAPOLIS, Oct. 30, 2026 /PRNewswire/ - Polaris and RZR Factory Racing today unveiled the all-new RZR Pro R Factory Boost at the company's annual Camp RZR event at Glamis Imperial Sand Dunes. Delivering up to 400 horsepower, the RZR Pro R Factory Boost is designed and developed by Polaris engineers and built in Roseau, Minnesota, bringing a bigger, stronger and even more capable package to the race-proven platform. Joining rather than replacing the existing Gen 2 RZR Pro R Factory, the new model gives racers another purpose-built option with a different level of performance and capability. Together, the two platforms strengthen Polaris' race vehicle lineup and its commitment to delivering race-ready side-by-sides designed to rule every race. The RZR Pro R Factory Boost builds on the foundation established by the recently introduced production RZR Pro R Boost while incorporating proven components and lessons learned from the Gen 2 RZR Pro R Factory. Engineered specifically for competition, the new race machine further refines power delivery, chassis design, cooling and suspension to meet the demands of high-speed desert racing. "The Gen 2 RZR Pro R Factory has proven itself as the benchmark in the side-by-side category and demonstrated our ability to compete among the best, beating all other UTVs in virtually every major offroad race in the world. With the RZR Pro R Factory Boost, we're building on that success with a clear goal: to keep pushing the boundaries of performance and give our team and customers every advantage to continue winning at the highest level," said Alex Scheuerell, Polaris' Director of Off-Road Motorsports. "Desert racing demands strength, speed and durability across hundreds of miles, and we've engineered this platform to take on the next level of competition. We're ready to put it to the test and push for results that reflect the ambition of our team." The RZR Pro R Factory Boost includes the following race modifications: * Turbocharged Power - A race-tuned, turbocharged ProStar Fury 2.0L four-cylinder engine delivers up to 400 horsepower for commanding holeshots, high-speed passes, and the power to attack demanding terrain. * Performance Race-Spec Chassis - The reinforced chassis features a wheelbase extended by 6.5 inches to a total of 111 inches, for greater straight-line stability and control over rough terrain. Increased tubing size across key structural members adds strength and stiffness to support higher speeds and the demands of desert racing. * Competition-Ready Cockpit and Cage - Redesigned with driver feedback in mind, the all-new cage design delivers added strength, while a cab that's two inches wider provides more cockpit space for improved comfort and legroom. The expanded design transforms the feel from a traditional side-by-side to a purpose-built race car. * Full Carbon Fiber Bodywork with Aerodynamic Design - Sculpted carbon fiber bodywork and an arched roofline reduce weight and improve aerodynamic efficiency at high speeds. Polaris engineers used computational fluid dynamics (CFD) to model airflow at speeds exceeding 100 mph, informing the cage shape and redesigned rear body profile to optimize airflow and support high-speed desert racing performance. * Upgraded Fuel System - A 45-gallon (170-liter) fuel cell increases capacity over the previous-generation RZR Pro R Factory's 34-gallon system, extending its range beyond 200 miles to reduce pit stops. * MoTeC Components - The fully integrated MoTeC electronics package features an upgraded M150 ECU and dual power distribution modules, adding a second PDM over the Gen 2 RZR Pro R Factory for expanded power distribution and control capabilities. * Race-Tuned DYNAMIX DV Suspension - Three-inch internal bypass DYNAMIX DV Live Valve shocks feature race-specific components and upgraded one-inch shock shafts for increased strength and a broader dynamic range. Race-specific tuning maintains control across changing terrain, while a standard FOX steering damper absorbs large impacts to improve steering control and driver confidence at high speeds. The RZR Pro R Factory Boost is available to order now in limited quantities through SCI Distribution, LLC, an exclusive distributor, with the first order window closing February 15, 2027. Starting at $200,000 US MSRP, the new race machine will be offered alongside the continued availability of the championship-proven RZR Pro R Factory, giving racers two platforms to choose from based on their performance needs and racing goals. Polaris will produce the RZR Pro R Factory Boost with SCI managing the sales and post-sale customer support process. For the complete list of race-focused upgrades and technical specifications, or to submit an inquiry for purchase, visit https://www.polaris.com/en-us/off-road/rzr/models/rzr-pro-r-factory-boost/ The RZR Factory Racing team will debut the new RZR Pro R Factory Boost race machine at the 2027 King of The Hammers event, competing in multiple races. To learn more about Polaris and the production RZR Pro R Boost, please visit Polaris.com/RZR or join the conversation and follow on Facebook[sm], Instagram[sm], YouTube[sm] and X[sm]. About Polaris As the global leader in powersports, Polaris Inc. (NYSE: PII) has been defining and redefining outdoor adventure since 1954. Polaris delivers industry-shaping off-road vehicles, snowmobiles, boats, military, quadricycles, and commercial transportation vehicles, along with an expansive portfolio of parts, garments, and accessories. Its lineup includes some of the most iconic brands in powersports including the RANGER, RZR, Polaris XPEDITION, Bennington pontoons, Slingshot, and more. Headquartered in Minnesota and serving customers in nearly 100 countries, Polaris continues to set the standard for performance, quality, and unmatched service. Explore more at www.polaris.com. SOURCE Polaris Inc.

Polaris Q3 sales rise 11% as utility demand drives growth. Polaris reported third-quarter sales of $2.04 billion, up 11% from a year earlier, as utility vehicle demand, higher parts and accessories sales, and increased snowmobile shipments offset continued weakness in recreational markets. Discover more Browse Magazines Stream Motorsports Compare ATVs motorcycle Compare Motorbikes Motorcycles Motorcycle Optimize Ops Find Suppliers For dealers, the results highlight a continuing divide: Customers buying vehicles for work remain more active than those making discretionary purchases. Polaris' North American off-road vehicle retail sales increase 2%, excluding youth models, while utility ORV retail rises 6%. The company reports its sixth consecutive quarter of ORV market share gains against an estimated flat North American industry. "Because we serve customers who use our vehicles for work as well as for fun, utility growth more than offset softness in more discretionary recreational markets, resulting in ORV retail growth," CEO Mike Speetzen says during the company's Oct. 27 earnings call. Polaris returned to a quarterly net profit of $38.4 million, compared with a $16 million loss a year earlier. Gross profit margin improves to 21.2%, supported by pricing and operating efficiencies, despite the company's higher commodity and logistics costs. Utility leads the sales mix. Utility ORVs accounted for more than 60% of Polaris' powersports sales, according to Speetzen. Across the broader company, more than half of sales come from customers purchasing vehicles for work, including agriculture, construction, government and military applications. And enclosed-cab vehicles remain a significant driver. Cab units represent more than half of Ranger sales, and Polaris reports more than 70% growth in utility cab units since 2023. "Cab units with comfort features such as AC and heat continue to grow faster than the broader industry," Speetzen says. At the entry end of the lineup, Speetzen credits the Ranger 500 with helping Polaris' midsize Ranger portfolio gain more than 10 percentage points of segment share during the quarter. The Polaris Powersports segment generated $1.82 billion in sales, up 18%, supported by higher shipment volumes for ORVs, commercial, and snowmobiles. Parts, garments and accessories sales increase 19%. Commercial demand also supports parts consumption. Speetzen says vehicles deployed on construction projects (i.e., data center sites) accumulate substantial mileage and operating hours, leading to more frequent replacement needs for certain components. "These customers buy on government budgets and project schedules rather than on consumer confidence," Speetzen says of government and defense buyers. "That gives these businesses a different profile through the cycle than recreation." Dealer inventory remains a focus. Polaris reported aggregate dealer inventory up 3% year over year, with days' supply slightly above 100 days - a level management says remains well below historical norms. The company increased utility inventory to support demand. Recreational ORV inventory also edged higher with the timing of the new Polaris Xpedition launch, but management expects that inventory to normalize by year-end. Snowmobile inventory entered the season in what Speetzen describes as its best position in years. That allows Polaris to move some shipments originally expected in the fourth quarter into the third quarter to support early-season availability. The shipment timing contributed to quarterly sales growth and will temper fourth-quarter comparisons. Excluding Indian Motorcycle from the prior-year period, company sales increase 17%, substantially faster than overall retail, which is flat for the quarter. "We continue to build and ship products at the same pace as retail and expect this strategy to hold for the foreseeable future," Speetzen says. Management also reported less aggressive discounting across the industry than several years ago, although some promotional activity continues. Polaris aims to limit promotional pressure through inventory control, product mix and new introductions. New products target recreational buyers. Polaris is shipping three new products to dealers in the fourth quarter: the RZR Pro R Boost, Polaris Xpedition with Numатix and Sportsman 500. Management expects the RZR and Xpedition introductions to help stimulate recreational demand, while the Sportsman 500 adds a value-focused ATV option. Still, Speetzen says household expenses and hesitation about taking on another payment continue to weigh on recreational buyers. "Things are just expensive," he says. "So taking on a new higher payment right now, which tends to be the predominant rec customer, it's just not something that they're leaning in hard to." Higher outlook, continued cost pressure. Polaris raised its full-year adjusted sales outlook to $7.55 billion to $7.60 billion, compared with its previous range of $7.30 billion to $7.50 billion. The increase primarily reflects stronger utility demand. Management now expects the full-year retail environment to grow in the low single digits, improving from its earlier expectation for roughly flat results. Cost pressure remains substantial. Polaris expects commodity and logistics expenses to increase approximately $70 million this year and anticipates paying about $215 million in tariffs. Third-quarter results include approximately $10 million in tariff refunds and related interest. The company continues shifting sourcing toward North America to reduce tariff exposure, targeting less than 5% of material costs originating in China by year-end 2027. CFO Bob Mack cautions that changing suppliers carries its own costs. "You don't get as much of an immediate benefit from the tariff relief as you would expect because some of it's offset with higher cost," Mack says. "It just takes some time to work those costs down." Polaris generated approximately $382 million in third-quarter operating cash flow and reduced total debt by more than $320 million. Management plans to provide formal 2027 guidance in January, with utility demand and manufacturing improvements supporting its outlook as recreational spending remains under pressure.