Rural Lifestyle Dealer editors encounter a variety of articles, social media posts, podcasts and videos that offer a unique look at various aspects of the rural lifestyle market. Here is our favorite content from the past week:
- Deere Debunks EV Myths
- Get to Know John Froelich, Inventor of the Gas-Powered Tractor
- Dealer Provides Custom Paint Job for Long-Time Customer
- Edney Distributing Wins Vicki Clarke Award
- Dealership Employees Recall Their First Job
Deere Debunks EV Myths
In a recent article on its website, John Deere says, “Why are we introducing battery electric vehicles (BEVs) to some product lines? Because industries we support, like high value crop farming (things like nuts and fruits), as well as customers working in turf care and construction, need it.
Get to Know John Froelich, Inventor of the Gas-Powered Tractor
His gasoline traction engine, as it was first known, ignited stunning improvements in agricultural productivity.
John Froelich (1849-1933) of Iowa invented the gas-powered tractor in 1892, instantly igniting a global revolution in agriculture. (Public Domain)
Dealer Provides Custom Paint Job for Long-Time Customer
John Deere dealer Virginia Tractor recently shared the story of why they delivered a custom blue Deere mower — Johnny Jr — to a long-time customer.
Edney Distributing Wins Vicki Clarke Award
Shortline distributor Edney Distributing was recently awarded the Vicki Clarke Award at the Prairie Family Business Association Conference.
Dealership Employees Recall Their First Job
The folks at Ontario Kubota dealer Huckabones Equipment took turns recalling their first job. What was yours?
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