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Rumor or Not: Dixie Chopper Needs a Home

By Lynn Marcinkowski Woolf posted on July 29, 2019 | Posted in Manufacturer News, Rural Lifestyle Market

Several people have been in touch to say that a certain manufacturer has purchased the rights from Textron to manufacture Dixie Chopper mowers.

Textron to Lay Off 400 Workers

December 11, 2018 | Posted in Manufacturer News

Source: Augusta Chronicle

The Dec. 4 SEC filing reiterated parent company Textron Inc.’s third-quarter earnings report, which said operating results from the Arctic Cat and Textron Off Road brands “were significantly below our expectations” because of problems introducing new products through its dealership network.

Prowler Pro Crew XT Headlines 2019 Prowler Pro Lineup

October 2, 2018 | Posted in Manufacturer News

The models include a six-passenger Prowler Pro Crew XT and the three- and six-passenger Ranch editions. The Ranch editions offer premium accessories and a custom Atomic Copper color.

The UTV Buying Experience: Which Dealerships Do It Better & Why

BRP’s Can-Am brand ranked No. 1 among 19 manufacturers with Kawasaki and Honda ranking second and third in the 2018 Pied Piper UTV Prospect Satisfaction Index.

By Lynn Marcinkowski Woolf posted on August 13, 2018 | Posted in Best Practices, Dealership Marketing, Rural Lifestyle Market

The first-of-its-kind prospect satisfaction index (PSI) for the U.S. UTV industry was recently released, with BRP’s Can-Am brand ranking No. 1 among 19 manufacturers. Kawasaki and Honda ranked second and third, while Bobcat, Kubota and Textron were tied for fourth.

7 Business Lessons from Inventor of E-Z- GO Golf Car, former Textron CEO

By Lynn Marcinkowski Woolf posted on March 19, 2018 | Posted in Best Practices

Try applying these business philosophies from B.F. “Bev” Dolan, who died on Feb. 21 at the age of 91.

Dixie Chopper Trending Up Say Dealers

By Lynn Marcinkowski Woolf posted on August 5, 2017 | Posted in Manufacturer News

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.

Bad Boy Off Road Stampede XTR 4x4

May 3, 2017 | Posted in ATVs/UTVs

A gas-powered side-by-side, Bad Boy Off Road's Stampede XTR features four spacious, forward-facing seats and best-in-class 30 cubic feet of storage space.

Textron Specialized Vehicles Expanding Operations

February 24, 2016 | Posted in Manufacturer News

Source: WRDW.com

The company plans to add 400 jobs with this expansion in the next 5 years.

Dixie Chopper Honors Veterans at National Farm Machinery Show

February 18, 2016 | Posted in Manufacturer News

The company honored more than 400 veterans during special receptions.

Bad Boy Announces First ATV

February 11, 2016 | Posted in Product Innovations

Two models are offered: Onslaught 550 4x4 EFI and the Onslaught 550 4x4 EFI EPS with electronic power steering.

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.

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.