Mahindra North America signed a letter of intent to build a plant in what is expected to be a $1 billion investment. Mahindra is out of capacity at its Auburn Hills plant, where it manufactures an off-road vehicle called the Roxor, and requires more production space.
Rural Lifestyle Dealer followed up with Todd Stucke of Kubota regarding the announcement of the M8, its largest ag tractor to date, the company’s tractor strategy for the compact segment and upcoming research and development.
As part of an overall business transformation that includes driving growth in commercial markets and introducing new enabling technologies, Briggs & Stratton reveals more its Vanguard lithium-ion battery system.
Bobcat is set to return to compact tractors this year, as Doosan Bobcat aims to diversify its portfolio of equipment to win greater sales from ag, part-time farming, lifestyle and other rural sectors.
The HRN216 Series replaces the popular HRR Series, enhancing the experience of lawn mowing with improved customer benefits in power and torque output, maintenance and usability through a larger fuel tank spout, easier oil changes and reliable starting and re-starting.
Ron Robinson, Alamo Group’s President and Chief Executive Officer, commented, “We are pleased to have completed the acquisition of Dixie Chopper. They are an iconic brand in the zero turn mowing industry and provide both a range of products and channel coverage that will complement and enhance our platform for growth. They will become part of Alamo Group’s Agricultural Division.”
The agreement between AEM and SkillsUSA reflects each organization’s commitment to be a solution to the skills gap, grow interest in skilled and technical trades, dispel stereotypes, as well as ensure all students are both college and career ready.
The Assn. of Equipment Manufacturers and several major tractor makers brought the legal challenge two years ago, arguing provisions of the law were unconstitutional and may create “the most restrictive dealership law in the entire country.”
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