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Author(s):Jacobs, Daniel G.
Author Affiliation:Managing Editor, Landscape Management
Title:A zero–turn for the worst: The economy has made people cautious, but lower fuel prices and new technology give manufacturers hope for the zero–radius turn mower this year
Source:Landscape Management. Vol. 48, No. 1, January 2009, p. 36-37.
Publishing Information:Cleveland, OH: Advanstar Communications, Inc.
# of Pages:2
Keywords:TIC Keywords: Alternative fuels; Equipment design; Equipment evaluation; Lawn care industry; Mower technology; Zero-turn-radius mowers
Abstract/Contents:Profiles zero-radius turn mowers and several potential factors to consider when purchasing one. Suggests that based on economic trends in 2009 "to hang on to a mower a little bit longer," explaining that "the majority of the commercial customers tend to do a higher amount of maintenance on their mowers, rather than replace them." States that "manufacturers are trying to take costs out and find ways to produce [zero-radius turn mowers] for less money and really put good technology in...but keep them inexpensive." Discusses alternative fuels, stating that "Hustler Turf Equipment...introduced the first all electric zero-turn riding mower.
Language:English
References:0
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Jacobs, D. G. 2009. A zero–turn for the worst: The economy has made people cautious, but lower fuel prices and new technology give manufacturers hope for the zero–radius turn mower this year. Landscape Manage. 48(1):p. 36-37.
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