INDUSTRY NEWS

Dixie Chopper Mowers Ceasing Production

Alamo Group, parent company of Dixie Chopper, is ceasing production of the line, according to a 2026 8-K filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). Alamo acquired Dixie Chopper in 2019. The wind down…

New From Honda: 58 V Commercial Handheld Product Lineup

Honda Power Sports & Products has launched an all-new Honda 58 V battery-powered handheld lineup, a professional-grade family of power equipment products that expands the Honda battery-powered lawn and garden portfolio beyond mowers to the…

EETC Launches HireReady To Help Employers Hire Skilled Techs

The Equipment & Engine Training Council (EETC) has introduced HireReady, a new pre-employment technician assessment designed to help employers determine whether job candidates have the technical knowledge they need before making a hiring decision. Developed…

Stihl Inc. Names Sean McGinnis President

Stihl Inc. has appointed Sean McGinnis as president, effective October 1, 2026. In this role, McGinnis will lead the Stihl Group’s largest market and subsidiary, with end-to-end responsibility for Stihl Inc. This includes full profit-and-loss…

GIE+EXPO Coverage Available

Power Equipment Trade’s exclusive video coverage of GIE+EXPO 2013 is now available on PET’s Youtube channel. Coverage includes a show introduction, videos of special show events, dealer interviews and show exhibitor and industry official interviews…

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Walker Mower #125,000

Walker Mower #125,000

In 2013 Walker Manufacturing produced Walker Mower #125,000. The milestone was celebrated with a lunch and a company photo of 155 employees. “This represents the work of our people at the factory along with hundreds…

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Robbery Victim Wins Ryan Aerator

Robbery Victim Wins Ryan Aerator

Schiller Grounds Care, Inc., manufacturer of Ryan brand turf renovation equipment, is proud to announce Emilie Montoya of Outdoor Solutions in Arnold, Missouri as the winner of the Ryan GreatEST Aerator Giveaway. The GreatEST Aerator…

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ARI Network Services Director Of OEM Sales

ARI Network Services Director Of OEM Sales

ARI Network Services announced David Valentine has joined ARI as Director of OEM Sales. Valentine will be responsible for all ARI’s sales activities for manufacturers in the automotive tire and wheel, powersports, outdoor power equipment,…

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John Deere Donated Equipment

John Deere Donated Equipment

and attachments valued over $400,000 during a celebration of National Public Lands Day. Personnel from John Deere, the Trust for the National Mall and the National Park Service were in attendance. The equipment will be…

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Stens Holds Ribbon Cutting Ceremony

Stens Holds Ribbon Cutting Ceremony

Stens Corporation, a global supplier of replacement parts for the power equipment, golf, and industrial industries, held a ribbon cutting ceremony at their new facility. Stens first announced its plans in December 2011 to invest…

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