Artificial intelligence, blockchain and smart contracts are three kinds of technology improving processes and outcomes in other industries, but which are not yet available for equipment financing. Dealers can help spur the adoption in the equipment segment.
As overall U.S. retail sales continue to spiral upward, so do the fortunes of rural lifestyle equipment dealers. The ongoing strength in consumer and commercial markets is further borne out by a recent survey of North American landscape contractors.
Outdoor Power Equipment (OPE) manufacturers are continuing to improve their status with dealers, according to the 2018 Equipment Dealers Assn.’s (EDA) 2018 Dealer-Manufacturer Relations report.
The dealership’s methodical approach to customer segmentation and customer service has it winning over everyone from general contractors and municipalities to landscapers and hobby farmers.
The dealership’s methodical approach to customer segmentation and customer service has it winning over everyone from general contractors and municipalities to landscapers and hobby farmers.
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.
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.
A simple question across a property line, “Do you like this fence?” has led to an equipment purchasing partnership between large property owners Michael Woolf and Russ and Cynthia DeTrempe of Hartsburg, Mo.
Trade shows and product announcements show off what is available now with new tractor technologies, but what about what's under development to improve performance and sales opportunities? Details are proprietary, but product experts from several tractor manufacturers highlight new developments in Rural Lifestyle Dealer's new "Technology Trends" series.
The threat of lawsuits may be one of those nagging dangers of doing business that wakes you up in the middle of the night. Even with the best intentions, a great staff, excellent products and good business practices, a sale to a customer can go awry and place you in court.
Here's a wrap-up of Trending Stories, including dealer investments, recent podcasts, an upcoming Bob Clements International Boot Camp, and our new series, "Dealers in Motion."
As dealerships grow, the natural tendency is to consider expanding into other markets by adding a second location. This might seem like a good way to capture more markets. However, starting a second location can potentially be a death sentence if not done correctly.
Artificial intelligence, blockchain and smart contracts are three kinds of technology improving processes and outcomes in other industries, but which are not yet available for equipment financing. Dealers can help spur the adoption in the equipment segment.
The dealership’s methodical approach to customer segmentation and customer service has it winning over everyone from general contractors and municipalities to landscapers and hobby farmers.
The dealership’s methodical approach to customer segmentation and customer service has it winning over everyone from general contractors and municipalities to landscapers and hobby farmers.
A simple question across a property line, “Do you like this fence?” has led to an equipment purchasing partnership between large property owners Michael Woolf and Russ and Cynthia DeTrempe of Hartsburg, Mo.
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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
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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.