Dealer News

Premier Equipment Announces Brampton Location Closure

Tue, 03 Nov 2026 16:34:40 -0500

Consolidating operations will allow Premier to reduce overlap and promote efficiencies through redistributing resources and staff to strengthen neighboring locations in Milton, Ospringe and Nobleton.

Procede Software Announces Strategic Acquisition of RIMSS, Bringing Together Decades of Dealer Technology Leadership

Mon, 26 Oct 2026 09:03:17 -0400

Both companies deliver comprehensive dealer management platforms built on Microsoft technology, with best-in-class OEM integrations and services.

Q&A: Share Your Thoughts on the NAEDA/AED Merger

Mon, 26 Oct 2026 00:00:00 -0400

In late September, the North American Equipment Dealers Assn. (NAEDA) and Associated Equipment Distributors (AED) announced plans for the two associations to merge. NAEDA members are currently voting on the proposed merger. We'd like to get perspective from dealers on the news. Please take a moment to answer the questions below. Share your thoughts by Thursday 10/29.

AED Expands State Government Affairs Program Nationwide, Creating a Stronger Voice for Equipment Dealers

Wed, 14 Oct 2026 11:44:06 -0400

The expansion builds on the success of AED’s Far West legislative visit program, which connects dealers with legislative leaders and executive branch officials.

John Deere Horicon Works Employees Ratify New Labor Agreement

Fri, 02 Oct 2026 15:00:10 -0400

Under the agreement, employees will receive meaningful wage increases while also sharing more responsibility for their health care costs.

Sean McGinnis Named President of STIHL Inc.

Fri, 02 Oct 2026 11:24:27 -0400

In this role, McGinnis will lead the STIHL Group’s largest market and subsidiary, with end-to-end responsibility for STIHL Inc.

AED Foundation Receives National Program Standards Approval for Registered Apprenticeship Programs

Wed, 30 Sep 2026 13:22:00 -0400

The approval, granted by the U.S. Department of Labor’s Office of Apprenticeship in September 2026, establishes the AED Foundation’s apprenticeship program as a nationally recognized program designed to help equipment dealers develop highly skilled technicians through a combination of structured on-the-job training, mentorship and supplemental education.

Kubota Introduces All-New BX90 Sub-Compact Tractor Series

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 11:25:57 -0400

The new BX90 Series represents a complete platform redesign built specifically around what property owners want: all-day comfort, real loader power, and exceptional mowing performance, all in one sub-compact machine.

Yanmar Compact Equipment North America and National Equipment Dealers Expand Dealer Partnership

Mon, 28 Sep 2026 09:27:46 -0400

Six additional National Equipment Dealers locations strengthen customer access to Yanmar equipment, expertise and support across Georgia and Florida.

NAEDA and AED Announce Merger to Create a Unified Voice for Equipment Dealers

Thu, 24 Sep 2026 10:48:38 -0400

The merger brings together the strengths, expertise, and resources of both associations with a shared goal: to provide greater value to members and a stronger voice for equipment dealers.

Butler Machinery Company Unveils New Butler Ag Identity

Mon, 14 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -0400

The refreshed identity honors Butler’s agricultural history while bringing a more modern and focused look to the Butler Ag brand.

Kevin Clark of AKRS Equipment Solutions Joins AED Board

Wed, 09 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Clark is president and CEO of AKRS Equipment Solutions, a 27-location John Deere dealership.

Splintered Oak Equipment Acquires 3 New Holland Locations from WC Tractor in Texas

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 09:35:11 -0400

Splintered Oak Equipment, an 8-store New Holland dealership group in Texas, will acquire WC Tractor's 3 New Holland dealership locations in Brenham, Dayton and Sealy, Texas.

Acme Equipment Opens in Bismarck

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -0400

The 13,104-square-foot facility features a Kubota showroom and houses Acme Rents.

Yanmar and AriensCo Join Forces to Accelerate Next-Generation Outdoor Power Equipment

Thu, 03 Sep 2026 13:18:30 -0400

Through the combination, Yanmar, a Japan-based manufacturer of engines, agricultural machinery and energy systems, becomes the majority partner in AriensCo, a family-owned manufacturer of outdoor power equipment.

Premier Equipment Solutions Launches SHARE Employee Equity Initiative

Thu, 03 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Program recognizes the employees who keep jobsites productive by creating a new opportunity to participate in the company's long-term success.

NAEDA Launches Iron Circle: Where Dealers Sharpen Each Other

Fri, 21 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0400

The North American Equipment Dealers Association has launched Iron Circle, an exclusive performance group for dealers who are no longer satisfied measuring themselves against average.

Briggs & Stratton Profits Return, But Large-Scale Manufacturing in Wauwatosa Won't

Tue, 18 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Briggs & Stratton is seeing sales, employment and financial stability move in the right direction — but its comeback won't mean a return to large-scale manufacturing in Wauwatosa.

Equipment Dealers Foundation Announces 2026 Scholarship Recipients

Mon, 17 Aug 2026 14:32:57 -0400

The Equipment Dealers Foundation, the 501(c)(3) charitable affiliate of the North American Equipment Dealers Association (NAEDA), announced the recipients of its 2026 scholarship awards on August 17.

ECHO Introduces the PB-9510 Backpack Blower, Most Powerful in Company History

Fri, 14 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Delivering 56 Newtons of sustained blowing force, 1,200 CFM and 230 MPH air speed, the new blower builds on more than five decades of ECHO innovation.

Vibrant Credit Union Expands Equipment Lending with Manitou Group North America Partnership

Tue, 28 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Vibrant Credit Union has partnered with Manitou Group North America to offer consumer and small business equipment lending options—supporting the Manitou and GEHL brands and continuing to build a portfolio of leading equipment manufacturers across construction and agriculture.

Scag Power Equipment, Octane, and Huntington Bank Team Up to Streamline OPE Purchases

Wed, 22 Jul 2026 09:59:27 -0400

Dealers and customers benefit from full-spectrum financial options and advanced digital tools.

SATISFYD Launches Signal, Bringing Experience Intelligence to Equipment Dealers

Tue, 21 Jul 2026 11:52:42 -0400

New AI insights capability analyzes existing customer feedback in under 60 seconds — surfacing the risks, patterns, and revenue opportunities dealers need to act on.

Rural Lifestyle Dealer Dealer Business Trends & Outlook Review

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Rural Lifestyle Dealer reviews outlooks & trends for 2002 along with future expectations for 2023.

MAC Welcomes Industry Veteran, George Keen as Advisor

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 09:40:30 -0400

MAC is pleased to announce that George Keen has joined the organization as an Advisor.

Equip Exposition Announces New Programs, Experiences in 2026

Wed, 08 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Equip Exposition, the award-winning international landscape, outdoor living, and equipment exposition trade show, unveils several new events this year.