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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…

Duramatic Products Installs New Finishing System

Duramatic Products Installs New Finishing System

Duramatic Products, a division of Rotary Corp., installed a new state-of-the-art powder coat finishing system at its lawnmower and edger blade manufacturing facility. The finishing system became fully operational earlier this year upon completion of…

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EDA Names 2017 Top OEMs

EDA Names 2017 Top OEMs

The Equipment Dealers Association (EDA) has identified manufacturers who earned top honors for EDA 2017 Dealer’s Choice Awards. These awards are presented to the highest rated manufacturer in each of EDA’s four manufacturer membership categories…

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Ariens Concept Store Hosts Ribbon Cutting

Ariens Concept Store Hosts Ribbon Cutting

Ariens Co. hosted a grand opening and ribbon cutting in celebration of opening Brillion Power Equipment, the company’s new concept store. Ariens Co. Chairman & CEO Dan Ariens, Brillion Power Equipment Business Partner and Store…

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EETC Offering New Two-Stroke Textbook

EETC Offering New Two-Stroke Textbook

The Equipment & Engine Training Council (EETC) now offers a “Two-Stroke Engines” textbook. This comprehensive textbook helps students learn the construction, operation, service, and repair of modern 2-stroke engines. It features numerous illustrations and photographs…

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