OLATHE, Kan./July 24, 2024 – Garmin (NYSE: GRMN) today announced a collaboration with Arctic Cat Inc., a Textron Inc. company and one of the most respected names in snowmobiles and powersports, to equip select 2025 snowmobile models with the Arctic Cat G8 display powered by Garmin. Using Garmin Tread GPS technology, the Arctic Cat G8 is an innovative, all-in-one solution that combines cutting-edge navigation with advanced vehicle performance information as well as a Group Ride Radio feature to stay in touch with fellow snowmobilers.
"Garmin is honored to provide the innovative technology behind Arctic Cat's extraordinary lineup of G8 snowmobiles. Offering the perfect combination of imaginative Garmin Tread GPS technology and forward-thinking innovation, the Arctic Cat G8 gives snowmobile customers all the information they need, for a greatly enhanced experience." –Dan Bartel, Garmin Vice President of Global Consumer Sales
The Arctic Cat G8 brings a plethora of innovative features to optimize every snowmobile adventure:
- Vehicle performance information: User-customizable data fields including coolant temperature, fuel level, speedometer, odometer, RPMs and more show important info to the driver.
- Trail maps: The Arctic Cat G8 ispre-loaded with snowmobile trail maps for areas within the U.S. and Canada that feature points of interest, such as restaurants, warming shelters, gas stations and camping grounds. Maps also include topography and private/public lands along with satellite imagery.
- Group Ride Radio: Users can see, text and track up to 20 riders, even without cellular coverage1. When paired with a compatible Bluetooth headset, snowmobilers can also communicate with other riders through 2-way voice.
- Immediate information: A new status bar at the bottom of the screen offers quick navigation, active alerts, and key vehicle information.
- Phone connectivity: When paired with a compatible mobile device, users can receive smart notifications, see live weather forecasts and radar, control media and enjoy additional Group Ride features2.
The Arctic Cat G8 is the latest collaboration between Garmin and Arctic Cat, who have worked together on display-related projects for snowmobiles and off-road vehicles with install kits dating back to 2021.
Garmin has cultivated key relationships with leading automobile manufacturers such as BMW Group, Daimler, Ford, Honda, Toyota, BRP, Geely and Yamaha Motor to be the provider of a variety of hardware and software solutions for their vehicles. These range from embedded computing modules and infotainment systems that provide a broad range of functionality, to integrated camera solutions, embedded navigation solutions, and precise positioning technology solutions. Engineered on the inside for life on the outside, Garmin products have revolutionized life for adventurers, athletes, off-road explorers, road warriors and outdoor enthusiasts everywhere. Committed to developing products that enhance experiences, enrich lives and help provide peace of mind, Garmin believes every day is an opportunity to innovate and a chance to beat yesterday. For more information, email our media team, connect with us on LinkedIn, or visit us online at garmin.com/aoem.
1Not available in Canada or Europe.
2Requires a connection to the Tread mobile app.