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Arctic Cat Finally Built A UTV That Won't Break The Bank

The new Arctic Cat Prowler 500 proves a useful side-by-side doesn’t need to cost as much as a decent used car.

RideApart · Aug 13

Arctic Cat Hits The Nostalgia Button With Its 2027 Snowmobile Lineup

Classic sled names like Jag, Bearcat, XF, and El Tigre return as Arctic Cat leans into its heritage while flexing modern tech.

RideApart · Mar 10

These Three Old Snowmobilers Are Doing Another 1,500-Mile Trip

After making headlines a few years ago with their cross-Canada snowmobile trip, three old snowmobiling friends are doing it again. This time on Arctic Cats over 1,500 miles.

RideApart · Feb 10

Arctic Cat Lives Again, Resumes Production After Nearly Dying

After its parent company announced Arctic Cat would cease operations, a group of dedicated folks saved the snowmobile and UTV company. And now it's resumed production.

RideApart · Aug 11, 2025

Arctic Cat Isn’t Just Back, It’s Racing Snowmobiles Again

Arctic Cat has announced that Team Arctic is officially returning to snowmobile racing for the 2025-2026 season.

RideApart · Jun 2, 2025

Arctic Cat's New Owners Are Hiring Back Over 300 Employees, Win for Workers

Without a doubt, times have been tough for Arctic Cat over the past year or longer. But is there a ray of sunshine starting to peek out from behind the clouds?

RideApart · May 11, 2025

Arctic Cat Snowmobiles Bought By Investment Group, Hopefully Saving the Company

The powersports market is all about adventure. Whether it's snowmobiles, ATVs, or Side-by-Sides, these machines let riders explore the outdoors in ways that cars and trucks just can't. One name that’s always been at the heart of this world is Arctic Cat. Known for its snowmobiles, off-road vehicles, and racing…

RideApart · Apr 25, 2025

Apparently, There Are a Couple Buyers Interested in Arctic Cat's Snowmobile Business

Arctic Cat is all but dead. The company has shuttered its production facility in Thief River Falls, Minnesota. It's laid off nearly its entire staff. And the brand's parent company, Textron Industries, which has its fingers in everything from aviation to military contracting, is said to be actively looking for…

RideApart · Apr 1, 2025

Arctic Cat Is Laying Off Over 400 More People

If you're a person who's ever worked with other people, then you already know how you can build a relationship over time. Sure, maybe you aren't best friends with your workmates. But then again, maybe you are. Maybe, over time, you celebrate birthdays, and show up to parties outside of…

RideApart · Mar 2, 2025

We May Be Saying "Bye-Bye" to Arctic Cat Snowmobiles, Parent Company Pauses Production

It doesn't seem that any powersports manufacturer got out of 2024 on a positive note. Even the biggest names in the niche, like BRP's Can-Am and Polaris, took massive hits. But, Arctic Cat, which is owned by Textron's industrial segment, Textron Specialized Vehicles (TVS), hasn't gotten out alive. 

RideApart · Dec 20, 2024