On April 2, 2008 Cirbin Inc. announced an agreement to merge with T-Rex Corp.
The merged companies will now be known as CAMPAGNA MOTORS. In a press release, André Morissette, CAMPAGNA’s CEO states "We have chosen to retain the name of the inventor of the vehicle that we manufacture. The name CAMPAGNA has value for us, both on a philosophical and pragmatic way; it was chosen to pay tribute to the inventor of the T-REX, our flagship product and world leader in the 3-wheel vehicles".
MOTORFOOT strongly believes that this market segment we call "Light Sport Vehicles" is on the verge of a breakthrough and the merger of Cirbin and T-Rex strengthens our belief. As André Morissette, CEO of Cirbin states in a press release, "Simply put, this consolidation will position our company at the forefront of this growing niche vehicle industry."
Most sport bikers know about and appreciate the T-Rex for its extreme performance and wicked good looks, however, the light sport vehicle market has suffered from low consumer awareness, high manufacturing costs, and limited availability. Not a good combination for growth. Yet, there is progress.
At the intersection of rising fuel prices, the new wave of niche auto manufacturers, and the never ending need for auto excitement, we believe that the merging of Cirbin and T-Rex to form Campagna Motors is strategic and on target. The question is, what the heck are Kawasaki, Honda, Yamaha, and Suzuki doing (not to mention the U.S.).
>> campagnamotors.com - Campagna Motors website.
Also on MOTORFOOT:
>> Sport Vehicles - As you may know, MOTORFOOT has featured light three and four wheeled sport vehicles on our Sport Vehicles page.
>> Next Wave - Niche auto industry watch.
>> T-Rex -- My Kind of Smart Car