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Trump’s ‘State Overreach' Order Could Reverse Gas-Powered OPE Bans

2 weeks ago | rurallifestyledealer.com | Kim Schmidt

President Trump signed an executive order on April 8, 2025, that orders Attorney General Pam Bondi to scrutinize the constitutionality of state laws that restrict the use of oil, coal and natural gas. The order, titled “Protecting American Energy from State Overreach”targets state laws that limit gas powered equipment and carbon emissions.
OPE Dealer Revenue Drops 8% in March

2 weeks ago | rurallifestyledealer.com | Kim Schmidt

Same-store outdoor power equipment dealer revenues dropped for the 9th consecutive month in March, according to the latest report from Constellation Dealer Insights. The report is based on a group of dealers who have reported their data over the previous 3 years. The dealer count, wholegood unit sale count, and total sales numbers above show the actual number of dealers and total sales being analyzed. It represents combined sales of parts in all departments, wholegood sales and service repairs.
Rural Lifestyle Dealer's Best of the Web: April 8, 2025

2 weeks ago | rurallifestyledealer.com | Kim Schmidt

Rural Lifestyle Dealer editors encounter a variety of articles, social media posts, podcasts and videos that offer a unique look at various aspects of the rural lifestyle market.
Are You Losing Money Selling to Yourself?

2 weeks ago | rurallifestyledealer.com | Dean DeVore

Growing up in a family dealership I spent much of my time working in the parts department. Like most dealerships, that included ordering, receiving and stocking accessories. Frequently, our sales team would “throw in” an attractive accessory at no charge to close a deal on a unit. The sales department was charged the cost of the accessory, and the parts department received credit at cost. I was glad we sold another unit, but all the work I did with that accessory was done for free.
Rural Lifestyle Dealer's Best of the Web: April 1, 2025

3 weeks ago | rurallifestyledealer.com | Kim Schmidt

Rural Lifestyle Dealer editors encounter a variety of articles, social media posts, podcasts and videos that offer a unique look at various aspects of the rural lifestyle market.
TriGreen Equipment Focuses on Tech Recruitment in 2025

1 month ago | rurallifestyledealer.com | Connor Campbell

Like a lot of dealers, the uncertainty of the political climate and the on-going tech shortage are top of mind for Barry Walling, store manager in Jasper, Ala., for TriGreen Equipment, a 28-store John Deere dealership with locations throughout Tennessee and Alabama. Walling discussed the dealership’s role in the community, the technician shortage in North America and its goals for 2025.
Dealership or Museum?

1 month ago | rurallifestyledealer.com | Dean DeVore

I like museums. It is fascinating to see history preserved and I appreciate the tireless efforts of the people who do this work. However, in our industry, we are not in the business of protecting history. We are in the business of selling and supporting equipment. What would it look like if your total parts inventory were on display? Would it look like you are supporting a product or running a museum? When we work with a dealer, we usually create a parts inventory profile.
Dealers Optimistic Rural Lifestyle Sector Revenues Will Improve in 2025

1 month ago | rurallifestyledealer.com | Kim Schmidt

Following a challenging year in 2024, rural lifestyle dealers are maintaining an optimistic outlook for business in the year ahead. According to the 2025 Rural Lifestyle Dealer Business Trends & Outlook report, the majority of dealers are forecasting revenues to be as good or better in 2025 compared to last year. That said, while 2024 revenues didn’t live up the dealers’ forecasts for the year, 84.9% of dealers did report they were profitable in 2024.
Rural Lifestyle Dealer's Best of the Web: Jan. 21, 2025

Jan 21, 2025 | rurallifestyledealer.com | Kim Schmidt

Rural Lifestyle Dealer editors encounter a variety of articles, social media posts, podcasts and videos that offer a unique look at various aspects of the rural lifestyle market.
You Lost the Sale, Now What?!

Jan 14, 2025 | rurallifestyledealer.com | Dean DeVore

I like to win. Even if it is just a game of checkers, I hate to lose. What I hate most is losing a sale. It’s not just my ego on the line, now my pocketbook and the business take the hit. When a customer leaves the parts counter without making a purchase, you may shrug it off or it may bother you for a while. There is no time to lick your wounds. You need to take action right away. The first thing you must do is identify the reason for the lost sale.