Polaris Off Road Commemorates America’s 250th Anniversary with 1776 Custom Ranger, National Giveaway

Consumers Can Nominate an American Hero For a Chance to Win a 1776 Custom RANGER CREW XD 1500 NorthStar & Once-in-a-Lifetime Trip to Nashville

MINNEAPOLIS, MN – June 5, 2026 – (Motor Sports NewsWire) – As The American Powersports Co., Polaris recognizes that America is built by hardworking people who show up every day to serve others with grit, ingenuity and pride. In celebration of America’s 250^th Anniversary, Polaris Off Road Vehicles today announced the release of an exclusive, limited-edition 1776 custom RANGER CREW XD 1500 NorthStar. Through the initiative, Polaris is recognizing the neighbors, friends and families who carry that legacy forward by inviting consumers to nominate an American hero for a chance to win one of the 1776 custom RANGERs and a once-in-a-lifetime, all-expenses-paid trip to Nashville with one guest to accept the prize.

To enter for a chance to win, consumers can nominate themselves or a hero who exemplifies the resilience and determination of the American spirit, with submissions accepted from June 4 through July 6. With fewer than 100 1776 RANGER CREW XD 1500 NorthStars produced, the vehicle pays homage to the hardworking Americans whose contributions continue to shape our country.

“As The American Powersports Co., we’re driven by the determination and pride of the people who build, serve and lead communities across America,” Reid Wilson, President, Off-Road Vehicles, Polaris. “This special 1776 RANGER is a tribute to the hardworking individuals who continue to forge our future every day. We’re excited to hear the inspiring stories from across the country and recognize one deserving hero with a commemorative side-by-side that stands for hard work, resilience and American pride.”

The 1776 model was developed by Polaris’ industrial design team which features a custom graphics package paired with top-performing, factory-engineered accessories including 4200 JBL® audio, 50-inch light bar, rear winch and more. The graphics design features exclusive badging, a stealth American theme incorporating subtle stars and stripes, along with refined details such as a rear panel eagle with a “250th Anniversary” callout and a front hood eagle graphic. The RANGER XD 1500 NorthStar is designed to maximize comfort and convenience, and engineered to tackle the toughest jobs with industry-leading capability, elevating your ride for work or play.

For additional details on the giveaway, visit the Polaris RANGER website.

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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. 

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