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Gas-Powered Leaf Blower Bans Shed Light on Benefits of Electric Options

By Christine Book posted on December 30, 2024 | Posted in Rural Lifestyle Market

From nationwide bans to local debates, the shift from gas-powered to electric lawn equipment is sweeping the country and reshaping our landscape.

OPEI Issues Update on Trade Policy, eOPE Standards and Battery Collection Best Practices

The Outdoor Power Equipment Institute (OPEI) has published its quarterly report-Winter 2024, from which our editorial team has drafted the following snapshot summary of OPEI news and notes.

By Christine Book posted on December 28, 2024 | Posted in Dealer News, Event Coverage

The Outdoor Power Equipment Institute (OPEI) has published its quarterly report-Winter 2024, from which our editorial team has drafted the following snapshot summary of OPEI news and notes.

Dealers Looking to Support Their Customers Can Benefit from Sharing Generator Safety Tips

By Christine Book posted on December 19, 2024 | Posted in Best Practices, Dealership Marketing

As the seasons change and temperatures drop, dealerships who service rural lifestylers, large property owners and landscape contractors often find themselves educating their customers on best practices for safety of both their person and their equipment.

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Congressional Letter Urges Treasury to Clarify Tax Credit for Off-Road Equipment

Lawmakers Seek Full Inclusion of Off-Road Vehicles in Inflation Reduction Act's Clean Vehicle Credit

November 20, 2024 | Posted in Manufacturer News, Dealer News

The letter requests Treasury issue guidance to confirm that off-road mobile machinery—such as electric bulldozers, excavators, sprayers, and forklifts—qualifies for the tax credit.

Equip Expo 2024 Hot News and Product Highlights

Record-breaking Registration Announced by OPEI

October 22, 2024 | Posted in Manufacturer News, Dealer News, Product Innovations, Event Coverage

International landscape, outdoor living, and outdoor power equipment professionals gathered in Louisville, Ky., Oct. 15-18 for Equip Expo, where there was no shortage of news on new product innovations and information to support industry growth.

OPEI Names Three New Board Members

October 31, 2023 | Posted in Manufacturer News

The three new Board members are executives from Stihl, Briggs & Stratton and Ryobi.

OPEI Appoints 3 New Directors at 70th Annual Meeting

June 28, 2023 | Posted in Rural Lifestyle Market

Nearly 150 attendees gathered for the event, where the association announced three new Board members and named a new Board chair.

Equip Exposition Announces Biggest Participation Numbers In 40 Year History

October 27, 2022 | Posted in Event Coverage

Equip Exposition, the international landscape, outdoor living, and equipment exposition, set a new record welcoming over 25,000 attendees and exhibitors.

Equip Expo Announces Exhibit Space Sold Out

Early Bird registration for attendees is only $20 and closes September 9. Register now before prices double.

September 8, 2022 | Posted in Event Coverage

Exhibit space at Equip Exposition and co-located Hardscape North America are fully sold out, beating previous records. All indoor and outdoor exhibit space is sold.

OPEI Elects New Board of Directors

June 30, 2022 | Posted in Manufacturer News

The Outdoor Power Equipment Institute (OPEI) recently held its 2022 annual meeting, welcoming more than 100 members at the Fairmont El San Juan for three days of education and networking. Three new members were also named to its Board of Directors.

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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.