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Sold-Out Crowd Gathers for the 2024 Precision Farming Dealer Summit

By Rural Lifestyle Dealer Staff posted on January 10, 2024 | Posted in Manufacturer News, Dealer News, Event Coverage

Centered on the theme “Proven Strategies for Precision Success,” the program featured 2-days of dealer-to-dealer roundtable discussions, panel presentations, general sessions and intense networking opportunities.

Download this 'Safe Passage Letter' from WEDA

By Rural Lifestyle Dealer Staff posted on March 26, 2020 | Posted in Dealer News

Source: Western Equipment Dealers Assn.

For dealers in jurisdictions that qualify as essential or exempt businesses, the Western Equipment Dealers Assn. has prepared a “safe passage” letter for dealers to provide to their essential employees who will be asked to continue working in dealership facilities in locations that are covered by these orders.

EDA Webinar

How Will Compensation Work During the Outbreak?

By Rural Lifestyle Dealer Staff posted on March 24, 2020 | Posted in Best Practices, Safety Resources

The Equipment Dealers Assn.'s webinar "Coronavirus: Legislative and Practical Considerations for Equipment Dealers" has now been posted online. One of the topics covered is employee compensation. See the recommendation.

Rural Lifestyle Dealer Names New Editorial Advisory Board

A select group of dealers will help the editorial team identify topics and trends influencing the rural equipment market.

By Rural Lifestyle Dealer Staff posted on February 12, 2020 | Posted in Dealer News, Dealers in Motion

Rural Lifestyle Dealer announces its 2020-2021 editorial advisory board, which is made up of a select group of dealers who have demonstrated excellence and leadership.

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Unit Sales of Under 40 HP Tractors Up in December & Year to Date

By Rural Lifestyle Dealer Staff posted on January 10, 2020 | Posted in Manufacturer News, Data & Forecasts

The latest report from the Assn. of Equipment Manufacturers shows unit sales increases in December and year to date for under 40 horsepower 2WD tractors in the U.S. and Canada compared last year. Sales of 40-100 horsepower 2WD tractors were down in the U.S. and Canada compared to last year.

Rural Lifestyle Dealer's Top Stories of 2019

By Rural Lifestyle Dealer Staff posted on December 30, 2019 | Posted in Manufacturer News, Dealer News, Product Innovations

Here are the top stories for 2019, according to you. It's a mix of new products announcements, opinions, manufacturer developments and more.

10 Research-Backed Ways to Improve Sales Success

By Rural Lifestyle Dealer Staff posted on November 29, 2019 | Posted in Best Practices

Source: Entrepreneur.com

One way to succeed is to be ready to answer these questions: Why act? Why now? Why us? Why trust?

Know the Rules for Younger Workers

By Rural Lifestyle Dealer Staff posted on November 25, 2019 | Posted in Rural Lifestyle Market, Safety Resources

Source: U.S. Department of Labor

Here's a post from the U.S. Department of Labor focused on younger workers. Check out the rules to make sure dealership is in compliance with regulations.

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4 Ways to Close Sales with Non-Verbal Communication

By Rural Lifestyle Dealer Staff posted on November 15, 2019 | Posted in Best Practices

Source: Entrepreneur.com

Research shows that 55% of communication is non-verbal and another 38% of communication comes down to tone. That leaves just 7% of communication to the words you use.

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Mowhawk Mowers Enters the Zero-Turn Space

Mowhawk mowers using decades of manufacturing experience to enter the zero-turn space and grow its dealer network.

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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.

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.