Manufacturer News

Stanley Black & Decker and NAEDA Launch Industry-First Dealer Excellence Initiative

Wed, 14 Oct 2026 11:05:09 -0400

Effective October 1, SBD is sponsoring NAEDA membership for 250 eligible OPE dealers.

2026 Ferris Dealer Summit Highlights New Products and Dealer Collaboration

Mon, 12 Oct 2026 13:57:18 -0400

Dealer feedback throughout the event was candid, constructive and overwhelmingly valuable, giving Ferris clear opportunities to continue refining their products, programs and dealer experience.

Getting Behind the Scenes at the ECHO Power-On-Athon

jupchurch@lesspub.com — Thu, 08 Oct 2026 14:19:54 -0400

As summer was coming to an end, I had the opportunity to travel to Lake Zurich, Ill., home of the ECHO headquarters for the 2026 Power-On-Athon

John Deere and Yamaha Motor Announce Collaboration on Future Side-by-Side Vehicles

Thu, 08 Oct 2026 14:19:38 -0400

The companies will pair Yamaha Motor’s powertrain and vehicle design expertise with John Deere’s vehicle development, U.S. manufacturing capabilities and customer insights to create innovative, highly capable side-by-side vehicles that meet evolving customer needs.

Alamo Group Ends Dixie Chopper Mower Production

Thu, 08 Oct 2026 00:00:00 -0400

According to one dealer source, Dixie Chopper is selling its inventory to dealers at 65% off list.

Mean Green Mowers Restarts Independent Operations, Slashes Order Backlog by Over 90%

Wed, 07 Oct 2026 07:00:00 -0400

In the four months since transitioning to an independent ownership group of industry veterans, investors, and company leadership, Mean Green has consolidated all operations back under one roof at its Hamilton, Ohio facility, eliminated more than 90 percent of legacy product backorders, and overhauled its parts and service pipeline.

Massey Ferguson to Expand Its Low Horsepower and Compact Tractor Portfolio through New Strategic Partnership with International Tractors Limited

Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:03:39 -0400

The partnership covers the supply of compact tractor models starting from 20 hp with the initial rollout planned to extend across the Europe and Middle East (EME) region through a phased introduction during the course of 2027.

Generac Lands $2.4 Billion Generator Deal with Amazon

Mon, 21 Sep 2026 10:18:12 -0400

The filing indicates that Amazon.com NV Investment Holdings received a warrant to acquire up to 1.69 million Generac shares at $200.93 per share.

GoSun Unveils Solar Electric Tractor, Expanding Off-Grid Innovation to Farmers

Sat, 19 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -0400

The new GoSun Moonrider tractor empowers farmers, homesteaders, and landscapers to work without emissions or noise.

AED Calls on Governors to Address U.S.-Canada Trade Impasse

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 09:23:44 -0400

Associated Equipment Distributors (AED) President and CEO Brian P. McGuire has sent letters to U.S. governors from states with significant exposure to Canadian trade urging action to resolve the ongoing U.S.-Canada trade impasse and restore a consistent, tariff-free trade relationship.

Stanley Black & Decker Announces Agreement to Sell Excel Industries to Bad Boy Mowers

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 13:02:00 -0400

Transaction further refines the company's portfolio to focus on growing its biggest brands and businesses.

Can-Am, Farm Rescue Announce Three-Year Partnership

Wed, 02 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Together, Farm Rescue and Can-Am are helping protect a way of life, strengthening communities and preserving agricultural traditions for future generations.

AGCO Opens Advanced Parts Distribution Center in Visalia, California

Mon, 31 Aug 2026 08:50:51 -0400

The 115,000-square-foot facility more than doubles AGCO's West Coast parts capacity, putting more critical parts within fast reach of dealers and farmers.

Edney Distributing 75th Anniversary Fundraiser

Thu, 27 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Edney Distributing is celebrating their 75th anniversary through a year-long campaign supporting the American Cancer Society.

VitalEdge Technologies Shortlisted in The 2026 A.I. Awards

Wed, 26 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0400

First launched in 2024, and operated by global cloud computing awards body The Cloud Awards, The A.I. Awards has rapidly grown to become one of the biggest programs in the Cloud Awards annual calendar.

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.

Honda Introduces New Amazon Storefront in U.S. for Power Equipment Products

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 14:29:13 -0400

The storefront serves as a centralized destination for consumers to learn about Honda offerings, with a curated lineup available.

VitalEdge Technologies Awarded 2026 Stevie Award

Thu, 23 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -0400

The company’s submission, “VitalityAI: Purpose-Built Innovation for Agricultural Technology,” was recognized as a Silver Award Winner.

Toro Company announces Edric C. Funk as New CEO

Wed, 22 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -0400

The Toro Company’s board of directors elected president and chief operating officer Edric C. Funk to the position of president and chief executive officer, effective November 1, 2026.

Kubota Tractor Corporation Announces Charlie Kowalski as Vice President of Information Technology for U.S. Operations

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

Kubota Tractor Corporation today announced the appointment of Charlie Kowalski as Vice President of Information Technology for its U.S. operations.

Diamond Mowers Pulls Back The Curtain on Its American-Built Manufacturing Process

Thu, 02 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Diamond Mowers is opening its factory doors to show how American-built equipment goes from raw steel to jobsite-ready performance that goes beyond the “Made in the USA” label.

Bobcat President Mike Ballweber to Retire, CEO Scott Park Named Interim Leader

Wed, 01 Jul 2026 12:03:25 -0400

Bobcat Company announced the upcoming retirement of Mike Ballweber, president of Doosan Bobcat North America, Inc., effective July 31, following a distinguished career spanning nearly 30 years with the company.

OPEI Hosts Annual Meeting

Tue, 30 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

SAVANNAH, Ga. — Nearly 150 members and invited guests gathered in Savannah, Ga., last week for three days of networking, industry updates, and perspective from leading authorities on international trade, geopolitics and macroeconomic trends.

Honda Strengthens Power Sports & Products Business With More Unified Structure

Mon, 29 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Honda announced on June 26, a restructuring of its Power Sports & Products center (PS&P).

Toro Donates Equipment to University of Minnesota Landscape Arboretum

Tue, 23 Jun 2026 09:53:45 -0400

The Toro Company has announced the donation of a Toro® Groundsmaster® 4000-D mower to the University of Minnesota Landscape Arboretum, providing a critical equipment upgrade to support the maintenance of the 1,200-acre horticultural garden and arboretum in Chaska, Minnesota.