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Trump Administration May Direct EPA to Waive Seasonal Restrictions on E15 Sales

October 8, 2018 | Posted in Rural Lifestyle Market

Source: Outdoor Power Equipment Institute

The Trump administration is reportedly planning to have the EPA waive existing seasonal restrictions on the sale of gasoline blended with 15% ethanol, according to a report from the Outdoor Power Equipment Institute.

California Air Resources Board Moving Forward with Small Engine Emissions Regulations

October 8, 2018 | Posted in Data & Forecasts, Rural Lifestyle Market

Source: Outdoor Power Equipment Institute Quarterly Report

The goal is to reduce mobile source emissions up to 80% by 2031, according to the Outdoor Power Equipment Institute.

Industry Veteran Brandon Martin Joins OPEI

September 26, 2018 | Posted in Manufacturer News

Martin is the new director of battery and electric products and industry relations and expands the association's battery and electric product expertise.

Share This UTV Safety Information with Your Customers

July 17, 2018 | Posted in Niche Markets, Safety Resources

The Outdoor Power Equipment Institute provides safety tips for operating UTVs.

OPEI Releases Leaf Blower Toolkit for Professional Landscapers, Dealers, Retailers

July 3, 2018 | Posted in Rural Lifestyle Market

The new toolkit is designed to help educate the public, local officials and the media about the work leaf blowers do in their communities.

OPEI Welcomes New Board Member, Hosts 66th Annual Meeting

July 2, 2018 | Posted in Event Coverage

Source: OPEI

Tom Cromwell, group president of Kohler Power, Kohler Co., is the new board chair, succeeding Dan Ariens, chairman and CEO of Ariens Co. Earl Bennett, president of Husqvarna Professional Products, joins the board.

Biobutanol: What it is, What it Could Mean for OPE Industry

By Rural Lifestyle Dealer Staff posted on June 8, 2018 | Posted in Rural Lifestyle Market

The Environmental Protection Agency is about to allow a new renewable fuel to be sold at the pump, which could revolutionize the fuel business while eliminating the use of corn ethanol in gasoline altogether.

OPEI Opens New Headquarters Building

May 10, 2018 | Posted in Manufacturer News

(UPDATE: View the image gallery.) Thirty years ago, the OPEI board of directors moved the association from Washington, D.C., to Alexandria, Va., to build and own its headquarters building. In 2017, OPEI’s board voted to sell its existing building and acquire 1605 King St., representing a multi-million-dollar investment.

Help Your Customers Choose a ‘Living Landscape’

By Kayla Urban posted on April 23, 2018 | Posted in Dealer News

In some parts of our country, people are replacing their lawns with rocks, mulch, cacti and plastic grass — deadening the landscape in order to conserve water — but your customers don’t have to take that route.

New Poll Finds Consumer Confusion, Mis-Fueling Rising Around Blended Ethanol Fuels & Outdoor Power Equipment

March 13, 2018 | Posted in Dealer News

A nationwide poll reveals 11% of outdoor power equipment owners have mis-fueled and used gasoline with higher than E10 in products not designed for it.

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How We Did It Docuseries: Worksaver (part 1)

Watch part one of an extended three-part video interview with Tim and Tom Burenga in this episode of the “How We Did it” Docuseries.

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Part 3: Coming Soon
Full Docuseries: farm-equipment.com/innovators-docuseries

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Yanmar

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.

Stihl Inc

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.