Cleo Franklin, Mahindra North America's CMO/vice president of business development and strategic planning, highlights the company's expanded lineup including the new eMax subcompact tractor and its new Retriever utility vehicle.
Crystal Green of c-Systems Software shares the new features for its Infinity business
management system, including two-way text messaging and the capability for customers to
check the status of a repair online.
Kris Kiser, president & CEO of the Outdoor Power Equipment Institute, discusses emissions regulations in California and how they might influence standards nationwide. He also comments on the continuing need for dealers to educate customers about E-15 gasoline.
Rachel Luken Thompson, vice president of turf for Textron Specialized Vehicles, the parent company of Jacobsen, highlights the company's new commercial zero-turn lines, the ZT900 and ZT1000. The mowers range from 27-35 horsepower with options for Kawasaki or Kohler EFI engines. Features include keyless entry, isolated operator platform and larger tires and fuel tank than the existing commercial series.
Dan Birch, director of sales for Columbia Tractor, says many manufacturers are focusing on
zero-turn mowers. However, there is still a large segment of customers interested in
purchasing lawn tractors.
J.J. Zeilstra of Kawasaki Engines explains the company's new engine, the FT730V-EFI,
which is the first engine from Kawasaki to employ Vortical Air Filtration (VAF).
Bobcat Product Specialist Marty Miller details the features of the new R-Series of mini excavators including increased lift capacity, smoother ride and improved cab.
Randy Reinke, president of Custom Products of Litchfield, explains how accessories, like the
sun shade it manufactures for Exmark, increase productivity for operators and margins for
dealers.
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.
Mike Simmon of Grasshopper shares details about the company's new 900D out-front diesel
zero-turn mower, which has a choice of 61-inch or 72-inch low-profile out-front DuraMax
cutting decks with PowerFold Electric Deck Lift.
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.