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…

Toro Announces Boss Acquisition

Officials with The Toro Co. recently announced a definitive agreement to acquire the Boss professional snow and ice management business of privately-held Northern Star Industries, Inc. Based in Iron Mountain, Mich., Boss designs, manufactures and…

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Ideal Computer Systems Offers E-Z Link Feature

Ideal Computer Systems Offers E-Z Link Feature

Ideal Computer Systems, a leading business management system provider, and Echo Inc. have teamed up to provide dealers with The Toro Company EZ-Link product registration system for those who carry Echo and Shindaiwa equipment lines.…

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OPEI Announces Expo

Technical Presentations Primary GIE+EXPO sponsor Outdoor Power Equipment Institute (OPEI) has announced technical speakers sponsored by the institute that will interest GIE+EXPO 2014 visitors from all segments of the industry: Lee Bishop, of Bishop Law…

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Walbro Announces Organizational Changes

Walbro has announced a number of organization changes to provide enhanced focus in the major markets it serves including lawn and garden, recreation/marine and flow control products. Walbro is a global market leader of engine…

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Kohler Power New Group President

Kohler Power New Group President

Tom Cromwell, President of Kohler Engines since 2009, has assumed responsibility for Kohler Co.’s worldwide power operations, reporting directly to David Kohler, President & COO. As the new Group President–Power, Cromwell will provide strategic and…

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