The Rural Lifestyle Dealer staff joined nearly 30,000 attendees at the 2018 GIE+Expo, viewing more than 450 exhibits. The number of exhibits and attendees set a new record again this year, showing the continued strength of the rural lifestyle market.
Matt Jackson of Dixie Chopper highlights features of the company's new Eagle and Eagle HP
zero-turn mower series, with deck sizes of 54- to- 72-inches and horsepower ranging from
27-35. The mowers feature the company’s V6 cutting system, speeds up to 14 mph, highback
suspension seats and springer forks for a smooth ride.
Manufacturers had a chance to show off their latest and greatest products to nearly 19,000 registered attendees, including nearly 3,500 dealers and retailers, at the 2017 Green Industry & Equipment (GIE+Expo), held recently in Louisville, Ky. The show had another record-setting year, with registrations up 13% from 2016.
The series includes 10 different models. The Eagle is offered with either a 54- or 60-inch cutting deck. The Eagle HP offers more power and either 60-, 66- or 72-inch cutting decks.
The company leads other manufacturers in terms of improvement over the last 3 years in key categories measured in the 2017 Equipment Dealers Assn.’s Dealer-Manufacturer Relations Survey.
Lessiter Media editors visited RhinoAG in Gibson City, IL to get a behind-the-scenes glimpse at the production processes and attention to detail that have contributed to their longevity as they celebrate their 90th anniversary in 2024.
Yanmar America is the North American headquarters of Yanmar Holdings. Ranked #1 in Product
Quality for five years in a row by the Equipment Dealers Association, Yanmar provides innovative
solutions for Rural Lifestyle and Industrial Equipment customers.
Yanmar was the world’s first manufacturer to develop a practical small diesel engine in 1933 and
has continued to push the boundaries of innovation and technology ever since. As a manufacturer of
diesel engines, compact tractors and utility task vehicles, construction machinery, and industrial
equipment, Yanmar's products are sold in over 130 countries.
At Yanmar America, we are committed to providing our customers with the highest quality products
and services, backed by a strong team of professionals who share our dedication to excellence. We
look forward to the opportunity to work with you in achieving your goals.
Virginia Beach-based STIHL Inc., produces a full line of high-quality, handheld outdoor power equipment including blowers, trimmers, brushcutters, and multi-task tools, as well as the number one selling brand of chainsaws worldwide. STIHL Inc. manufactures over 260 model variations of handheld outdoor power equipment for sale in the U.S. and around the world.