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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…

Kawasaki Supplies Engines To Excel

The Engine and Power Products Division of Kawasaki Motors Corp, U.S.A., announced a unique exclusivity arrangement to supply engines for inclusion in Excel Industries North American turf products marketplace. The agreement covers a spectrum of…

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B3C Offers Combustion Cool Technology

B3C Offers Combustion Cool Technology

B3C Fuel Solutions has done it again! Introducing the most advanced multi-purpose fuel stabilizer on the planet today. Ethanol Shield now has a triple antioxidant fuel preservative package along with Combustion Cool Technology (CCT). This…

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Stihl’s Beautification Project Wins Award

Stihl’s Beautification Project Wins Award

Stihl’s beautification project was presented an award from the Virginia Recreation & Park Society (VRPS). VRPS presented the 2011 Distinguished Private Sector Service Award to Stihl Inc. for its partnership with Virginia Beach Parks &…

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Briggs & Stratton Pulls Big Box Mowers

Briggs & Stratton Pulls Big Box Mowers

In fiscal year 2013, Briggs & Stratton is pulling some of its lawn and garden products from national mass retailers. According to a news report, the move came down to profitability, said President and CEO…

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Honda Adds Designs To Collegiate Skinit

Honda Adds Designs To Collegiate Skinit

Honda Power Equipment is launching six all-new designs as part of its official generator Collegiate Skinit Kit program. The Skinit Kit is an innovative accessory available exclusively for the popular Honda EU2000i Super Quiet Series…

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