MINNEAPOLIS — Polaris Industries Inc. (NYSE: PII) announces it has been named for the first time to the Fortune 500. Making its debut on this prestigious list, Polaris ranked No. 496.

“Being named to the Fortune 500 is a tremendous honor and a true testament to the integrity, passion, and commitment to excellence of every Polaris employee,” said Scott Wine, chairman and CEO, Polaris. “Building on the entrepreneurial spirit of our founders and with an eye towards strategic growth, Polaris has spent the last six decades leading the industry in innovation, shaping new markets, and working hard each day to create enjoyable experiences for our customers across the globe. Thanks to the hard work of our employees, the support of our riders and a strong partnership with our dealers, we have achieved this notable milestone, but this is just the beginning, and we are continuing our drive towards an incredibly bright future.”

In its 64th year, the Fortune 500 ranks U.S. companies by total revenues for their respective fiscal years. For more information about the list, please visit http://fortune.com/fortune500.