Steve Gibbs
THE CHANGING FACE OF YOUR SHOWROOM
Adding and dropping brands
by Service Dealer Editor, Steve Gibbs

With three stories this week of dealers taking on new brands, it's a timely reminder that investment, customer demand, margins, manufacturer support and long-term business strategy all play a part in franchise decisions.

 

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NEWS
 
Balmers GM
BALMERS APPOINTED MAIN DEALER FOR NEW FRANCHISE
After relinquishing John Deere

In our WEB ONLY story the dealership say they are proud to represent a brand with such pedigree and are already seeing strong interest from local turf managers.

 

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Service Dealer Conference
APTEAN EQUIPMENT DMS ANNOUNCED AS A GOLD SPONSOR
Of the 2026 Service Dealer Conference & Awards

Service Dealer is today delighted to confirm the latest sponsor of December's event.

 

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PLANT HIRE & CONSTRUCTION
 
Tom Balls
PLANT HIRE WORKER CROWNED
JCB Operator of the Year

Came out on top after a series of timed challenges designed to test speed, precision and machine control.

 

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NEWS
FLEET RENEWAL HIGHLIGHTS DEALER COLLABORATION
Equipment selected on suitability not price

Contracting company has renewed its national specialist groundcare fleet with a range of machines, including its first adoption of remote-controlled mowing technology.

 

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New fleet
PECKS TAKE ON NEW RANGE
Strengthened its pro groundcare offering

Dealership says the partnership marks another significant step in their ongoing strategy to expand presence within the professional groundcare sector.

 

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Pecks
NEW HOLLAND EXPAND DEALER'S TERRITORY
Transition from previous dealership

Manufacturer says dealer has a strong reputation for customer care and technical expertise.

 

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New Holland has announced an update to its UK dealer network
NEW DEALER ANNOUNCED
By Vogelsang

Dealer says they are looking forward to working with customers old and new.

 

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Kerry and Bob Oates of Robert Cole Ltd
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COBRA TRACTOR RANGE EXPANDS IN 2026
Strong focus on choice

Cobra is proud to expand its 2026 tractor range, bringing together powerful performance, innovative features, and exceptional versatility to suit gardens and grounds of all sizes. 

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Servicing Dealer Industry First, Profit Second
Gardentrader continues to reinvest all revenues

 

The latest independent research showed that on average, each Garden Trader dealer will be sent 114 new customers (or people with a buying intention walking through your door) per year. This works out at 83p for each new customer. A subscription rate designed to be all inclusive delivering unrivalled online results.  

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