Category: Magazine

Power Equipment Trade’s first issue of the new year focuses on dealership technology, including the latest systems and website advice. The 2011 Dealer Tech Preview showcases the latest news and products from the industry’s top hardware and software suppliers, while featured dealership Olson’s Outdoor Power Equipment describes how technology makes the business more efficient and…

December’s Power Equipment Trade features a look at 2011’s offering of trimmers and brushcutters, new technology, and accessories. The Technology Spotlight is on Maruyama’s third generation of the Recirculator engines, first developed ten years ago to cut emissions. The 2010 GIE+EXPO Show Report relates details of the event, including The Dealer Experience, the High Performance…

The November issue of Power Equipment Trade is readers’ Power Guide 2011, providing the industry with the most complete supplier, old parts, and trade association information, including manufacturers, distributors, and dealer groups. The EPA’s first decision on E15 is reported, and several new industry products are previewed. In PETcetera, find out how to cope with…

For Power Equipment Trade, October is all about gearing up for GIE+EXPO, the industry’s biggest show. This issue features a full preview of the event, including new features and dealer opportunities. Speaking of the expo, PET continues its annual Expo Elite, showcasing the latest news and best offerings of companies attending the show. This month’s…

Power Equipment Trade’s September issue includes the Lawn Mower Annual, a preview of 2011’s new products and technology in lawn mowers and accessories. The issue also features an update in the ethanol debate, reporting that the EPA’s E15 ethanol decision is due soon. A Mower News section spotlights EDM as the Top Wright 2010 Distributor,…

Power Equipment Trade’s July/August issue features a section that discusses the importance of an Equipment sales personnel and a Product Support sales personnel pushing parts and service after the sale. This integrated effort can enhance revenues and profits. The issue also highlights a Power Sports Marketplace, which features the latest products and supplier news. The…

Power Equipment Trade’s June issue features a chain saw section that highlights quality products and top suppliers in chain saws and chain saw accessories. The issue also spotlights a chain saw safety section, in which dealers offer their expertise in saw safety tips. Also highlighted is a section about how to convince customers doing their…

Power Equipment Trade’s May issue features the 2010 PET Dealer Survey Report, which delivers the data on lawn and garden industry dealers’ overall economic health, a business profile, and issues and concerns. The issue also highlights Leslie and Jhonnie Lawrence, who moved their business, Leslie’s Outdoor Power Equipment, to expand business and fulfill a lifelong…

Power Equipment Trade’s April issue features PET’s 2010 Dealer Survey results, which show increases in labor rate, technician compensation and ethanol problems. The issue also highlights All-Seasons Power Equipment, a company that offers next-day repair service for all of its customers by focusing on one line and having loads of parts. Also spotlighted is a…

Power Equipment Trade’s March issue features a section about how to boost sales by keeping store layouts and product displays fresh, interesting, and seasonal. More advice is given on how to boost spring sales in a section highlighting the importance of focusing on the basics. The issue spotlights a Power Sports section of products new…