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Note 16 - Commitments and Contingencies
 12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2014
Commitments and Contingencies Disclosure [Abstract]  
Commitments and Contingencies Disclosure [Text Block]

16. Commitments and Contingencies


The Company leases certain computer equipment, automobiles, and warehouse space under operating leases with terms generally ranging between 3-5 years.


The approximate aggregate minimum rental commitments at December 31, 2014, are as follows:


Year

 

Amount

 

2015

  $ 2,585  

2016

    2,567  

2017

    1,571  

2018

    264  

2019

    -  

Total

  $ 6,987  

Total rent expense for the years ended December 31, 2014, 2013 and 2012, which includes short-term data processing equipment rentals, was approximately $4,102, $2,457, and $2,870, respectively.


The Company has an arrangement with a finance company to provide floor plan financing for certain dealers. The Company receives payment from the finance company after shipment of product to the dealer. The Company participates in the cost of dealer financing up to certain limits. The Company has agreed to repurchase products repossessed by the finance company, but does not indemnify the finance company for any credit losses they incur. The amount financed by dealers which remained outstanding under this arrangement at December 31, 2014 and 2013 was approximately $26,100 and $24,300, respectively.


In the normal course of business, the Company is named as a defendant in various lawsuits in which claims are asserted against the Company. In the opinion of management, the liabilities, if any, which may result from such lawsuits are not expected to have a material adverse effect on the financial position, results of operations, or cash flows of the Company.