Manufacturers

  • Akio Takeuchi Hall of Fame

    Takeuchi Founder makes the Hall of Fame

    On November 30, 2023, Akio Takeuchi was inducted into the Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) Hall of Fame during AEM’s…

  • Husqvarna Updates the 562 Chain Saw

    Husqvarna announces the launch of the 562 XP Mark II chain saw. This updated 562 features a new engine design…

  • Vanguard swappable battery

    Vanguard Battery Earns Accolades

    The Vanguard Si1.5 Swappable Battery won multiple industry awards in 2023. The manufacturer says its 48V 1.5kWh commercial battery was…

  • Yanmar mini excavator prototype

    Yanmar Shows Prototype Electric Machine

    Yanmar Holdings Co., Ltd. has unveiled a prototype electric work machine with advanced force control. The company showed its prototype…

  • Dealer Forum

    2023 Dealer Forum Gallery

    At our recently completed 2023 OPE Business Dealer Forum in Dallas, Texas, power equipment and landscape industry professionals gathered for…

  • Kioti SL750 inspection

    We Attend Kioti’s Dealer Meeting

    “It’s about people,” said Tim Phillips, National Sales Manager for Kioti Tractor, when I asked him why dealers attend the…

  • Honda AWM autonomous mower

    Honda and Ohio announce battery R&D center

    The Ohio State University was joined by Ohio Lt. Gov. Jon Husted, congressional leaders, Honda, Schaeffler Americas and JobsOhio officials…

  • Under 40 Awards

    Awards Winners! – Under 40

    The OPE industry grows and evolves because of the dedication of dealers, manufacturers, suppliers and service providers nationwide. We want…

  • Curtis Cab John Deere ztr

    Curtis unveils new A/C Cab for Deere Z

    Curtis Cab introduces its premium air-conditioned cab for the John Deere Z970R zero-turn mower. The new cab fits John Deere…

  • Movers & shakers

    Award Winners! – Movers & Shakers

    The OPE Business Movers & Shakers Awards recognizes power-equipment professionals who lead with vision and influence to move the industry…