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How to Sell Generators: Selling Peace of Mind

Thanks to severe weather and an aging power grid, generators can provide additional sales any time of the year.
By Chad Elmore posted on October 6, 2011 | Posted in Niche Markets
In August, as Hurricane Irene aimed for the U.S.'s Eastern Seaboard, residents along the coast went shopping. Stores were cleaned out as people bought essentials to help them get through the storm and clean up in the aftermath. In a few hours, flashlights, batteries and essential food items were in short supply across the region.
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Marketing Matters: Pay Attention to CSAs ASAP

By Todd Foltz posted on October 6, 2011 | Posted in Dealership Marketing
Industry reports show that many production farms are getting larger and the major equipment manufacturers are keeping pace with bigger, more muscular equipment. But another farm segment also is on the rise, the rural lifestyle market, and in particular Community Supported Agriculture (CSA).
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Skid Steers & Attachments: Compact, Strong and Looking for Work

While the economic downturn hit compact equipment sales hard, dealers don�t have to stock new skid steers to sell attachments.
By Chad Elmore posted on July 13, 2011 | Posted in Niche Markets
Often called the “Swiss army knife” of construction equipment, the compact and powerful skid steer and its tracked counterparts can find work on a hobby farm or in a landscaping operation as easily as they can on a building site.
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How To Sell Rotary Tillers: Sell Today, Till Tomorrow

Selling rotary tillers to rural lifestyle customers requires keeping them in stock and ready for delivery.
By Chad Elmore posted on April 6, 2011 | Posted in Niche Markets
Picture this: I's a Friday afternoon in May, and the warm, dry weather is expected to continue through Sunday. Then, a couple shows up at your dealership and walks straight to the rotary tillers. Is your staff ready to close the sale?
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How To Sell Wood Burning Stoves: New Technologies Fuel Sales

Wood-burning fireplaces, fireplace inserts and wood stoves and furnaces - collectively known as hearth appliances - are among the most desired features in American homes, and outdoor equipment dealers have taken notice.
By Jennifer Reibel posted on October 13, 2010 | Posted in Niche Markets
Wood-burning fireplaces, fireplace inserts and wood stoves and furnaces - collectively known as hearth appliances - are among the most desired features in American homes, and outdoor equipment dealers have taken notice.
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Yanmar

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.

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Stihl Inc

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.

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