Rural Lifestyle Dealer editors encounter a variety of articles, social media posts, podcasts and videos that offer a unique look at various aspects of the rural lifestyle market. Here is our favorite content from the past week:


The Cutest Critters You Might Find in the Dealership

Suburban Lawn Equipment in Delaware had quite the surprise when they opened up their store in the morning recently. Not sure how these cute little guys got up there, but much a better discovery than what it looked like before the light was removed!

@suburban_lawn_equipment So we open the store today to our newest family members! Small kittens in our attic! All safe and sound! #suburbanlawnequipment #delaware ♬ Funny Song - Sounds Reel

It Has a Kubota Engine — But Your Kubota Dealer Can't Fix It

Inexpensive imported equipment has been flooding local auctions and online marketplaces, and while the low prices are hard to ignore, there's an important side of the story that often gets overlooked. This is a practical look at what happens after the purchase — from parts availability to dealer support — and what buyers should consider before making a decision.


Study Your Competition

To sell into a crowded market, you must study your competition. All competition. Even those competitors who seem too distant to ever become a real threat.

Study Your Competition

The Perfect ZTR for Couples Who Share a Facebook Account

This TikTok from the_stripelife gave us our biggest laugh of the week talking about this new zero-turn mower with a cab for 2. We all know someone who fits exactly the profile he’s talking about. 

@the_stripelife #greenscreen We all have those friends #lawntok #lawncare #mower #coupletok ♬ original sound - Stripe Life

A Closer Look at the Smartex Hybrid ZT

Check out this video from Hydro-Gear, episode 11 of its Hybrid Series. Scott Wilmoth, marketing manager for Hydro-Gear breaks down some of the features and advantages of the Smartex Hybrid zero-turn mower. 


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