Cub Cadet, the leader in outdoor power equipment, is excited to announce that the International Consumer Electronics Show has named the RZT ZERO, the world's first fully-electric zero-turn riding mower with steering wheel control and four-wheel steering technology, as an Innovations Design and Engineering Awards Honoree in the Eco Design & Sustainable Technologies category. This is the second award of global prestige for the ZERO in 2013. It also received the coveted Breakthrough Award from Hearst Media's Popular Mechanics in October.

Bandit Industries announced that it has entered into a letter of intent with Alamo Group Inc. (NYSE:ALG) pursuant to which Alamo Group would acquire Bandit Industries. The acquisition contemplated by the letter of intent has received regulatory approval under the Hart Scott Rodino Act. Consummation of the acquisition is subject to certain other pre-closing requirements. The acquisition of Bandit by Alamo would allow Bandit Industries to better capitalize on the rapid growth the company has experienced in the last three years while also preserving the Bandit legacy built over the last 30 years.

Dan Muramoto, Kubota RTV product manager, introduces the company's new line of RTV utility vehicles, the X-Series. The X-Series has enhanced styling, operator comfort, durability and work capabilities.

Troy Blewett of the Briggs & Stratton Power Products Group introduces the new Snapper 550Z, a zero-turn mower that targets the “prosumer� market with its professional-grade features and a price point starting at $4,999.00. The mower has a 61-inch deck and options for a 24 or 25 horsepower engine.

Justin Blount, vice president of marking for Kohler Engines, introduces the company's new Confidant engine series. The new vertical-shaft, V-twin engine line is designed for commercial equipment users and property owners. The Confidant engines encompass four models ranging from 19 to 25 horsepower.

The Engine and Power Products Division of Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. today announced the promotion of Timothy J. Malinowski to the position of senior sales manager-OEM sales. The promotion is effective immediately.

Mahindra USA, its dealer network and partner KMW LTD teamed up with Operation Finally Home to make the American Dream a reality for a true American Hero severely wounded in the line of duty.

Spencer Coleman of Coleman Tractor Company, with dealerships in Paris and Clarksville Tennessee, has been elected to represent the Southeast Division and serve on the 2013 National Dealer Advisory Board for Kubota Tractor Corporation.

Rural Lifestyle Dealer's new series, "Season-to-Season," digs into the seasonal challenges and opportunities dealerships face in a typical year.

Ever notice how a new employees enthusiasm eventually wears off? In 85% of companies, employees morale significantly drops off after their first six months on the job, according to a survey from Harvard Management Update.