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Self-Made Dealer Peer Group Celebrates 10 Years

The OPE/Powersports/Ag Dealer Group includes 10 dealers from Illinois, Indiana, Minnesota, Ohio and Wisconsin, many of whom have been with the group since its inception.
By Lynn Marcinkowski Woolf posted on July 24, 2017 | Posted in Best Practices
Dealer peer groups can offer tremendous benefits, but one group of dealers felt the existing groups weren’t quite the right fit for them. So, this mix of OPE, powersports and ag dealers, formed their own group 10 years ago, devising a meeting formula that fits their businesses.
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KanEquip Plans Succession

July 21, 2017 | Posted in Dealer News
The dealership recently completed a $6 million expansion of its Wamego, Kan., facility. Its forward-thinking approach to business includes a succession plan.
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Think 'Mini' for Big Jobs

July 13, 2017 | Posted in Rural Lifestyle Market
Demand has been increasing for mini excavators as the equipment's technology has improved. Landscapers and light construction contractors like the equipment’s power and versatility and its minimal impact on property.
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Measuring Up

Measuring Up: Dealers Share Performance Data

Erratic business levels in recent years have tested OPE dealers’ ability to perform. See the numbers behind their performance in this analysis of the United Equipment Dealers Assn.'s Cost of Doing Business Studies.
By Dave Kanicki posted on July 13, 2017 | Posted in Data & Forecasts, Best Practices
Source: Data from UEDA's Cost of Doing Business Studies
Over the past 5 years, there has been nothing steady when it comes to the business levels for dealers selling outdoor power equipment (OPE).
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What Rural Lifestylers Want From You

Get Up to Speed on Issues Facing Landscapers

Limited work visas, restrictions on equipment and sharing the labor pool with the construction industry are all challenges that dealers should watch.
By Diana Dombrowski posted on June 12, 2017 | Posted in Best Practices
Landscapers across the country are facing a variety of challenges, including a lack of experienced workers, made worse by worker visa restrictions; restrictions on noisy equipment; and the ongoing issue of keeping fleets up and running.
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Hustler Seeks Own Niche with Maximum Duty Vehicle

The vehicle is targeted for work applications, incorporates patented cargo lift technology and builds on intellectual property purchased from AUSA, a Spanish vehicle manufacturer.
By Lynn Marcinkowski Woolf posted on May 15, 2017 | Posted in Product Innovations
Hustler Turf Equipment’s new Maximum Duty Vehicle (MDV), which was introduced last fall, is now available for purchase. The vehicle is the company’s first entry into the utility vehicle segment and is designed for work applications, such as jobs performed on a farm or ranch or by university or municipality grounds and maintenance crews.
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RhinoAG Production Tour to Mark 90 years

RhinoAG Production Tour to Mark 90 years

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.

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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.

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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.

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