One of the most common mistakes made in the service department is using the wrong pricing strategy on the variety of work that goes through the shopIn this session, consultant and regular Rural Lifestyle Dealer contributor, Bob Clements discusses the 3 pricing strategies your dealership should be using and when to use each one.
Between COVID-19 and a record number of natural disasters in 2020, rural lifestyle dealers saw a nice boost in business. Using sales and inventory data, Don Miller shares insights on the trends that emerged in 2020 and how we can use that information as we look ahead.
Is your dealership putting the co-op dollars from your OEMs to use? In this session, marketing leader Weston Sigler shares his tips on how dealers can make sure they aren't leaving money on the table when it comes to OEM co-op programs and how take your dealership marketing to the next level.
As a buyer or a seller you need to be aware of how valuations and transactions are being framed in today’s market, what kind of due diligence should be done, and how to avoid common pitfalls. Even a small mistake in such a significant transaction can cost you big dollars.
Does your website help grow sales for your dealership? In this session Dustin Ackart, owner of digital marketing company Dealer Digital Systems, shares best practices on how to make your website work for you by building site traffic that ultimately leads to increased sales for the dealership.
The Parts Department is the lifeblood of the dealership. Few things happen, in most dealerships, that aren’t touched by the Parts department. But, running a Parts Department is more of an art form than a science.
Cornell University Head of Farrier Services Steve Kraus will provide this overview of the common conformational problems encountered in young horses.The key to developing correctly formed legs that will stay sound is early recognition and appropriate treatment.Some of these horses willneed more exercise, some need less.
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.
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.
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.