Today, we’re releasing a Rural Lifestyle Dealer Podcast interview with Steve Shankin,
president of ViaLink, a UTV development company, and Seizmik, a UTV accessories
manufacturer.
A list of 10 business trends that will drive success (according to Forbes magazine contributor Ian Altman) includes four that, if correct, will impact the traits of your next generation of salespeople.
We poll our subscribers each Monday on a wide range of dealership topics and one question in particular stirred up our dealer-readers: “Do you agree or disagree with the U.S. District Court ruling in favor of Deere & Co. in a lawsuit filed to protect use of the trademark green and yellow color combination on agricultural equipment?”
As the rural lifestyle market grows and the equipment and the customer base evolves, a
dealer asks this question: What is a gentle way to tell an owner that his skill set is not to the
level needed to keep a dealership moving ahead?
The rural equipment market has made the national news again and this story shows why
you need to understand and make the most of the branding for the lines you carry.
A recent mainstream media article addressed farm accidents among hobby farmers. Besides the topic of keeping your customers safe, let’s talk about your liability.
Revenue mix, return on assets, return on equity, gross margin, interest expense, inventory turn, asset turn, absorption rate — these are the numbers that drive your dealership.
Every week, I receive news reports of rural equipment being stolen from dealerships, sheds and garages. Has your dealership been hit by thieves? Even once is one time too many.
Flexiti Financial is offering Canadian outdoor power equipment dealers a mobile credit solution with streamlined approvals. How easy or cumbersome are credit approvals at your dealership?
Flexiti Financial is offering Canadian outdoor power equipment dealers a mobile credit solution with streamlined approvals. How easy or cumbersome are credit approvals at your dealership?
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.