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ALEXANDRIA, Va. — Awareness and knowledge of how to use high ethanol fuel blends remains relatively unchanged among consumers over the last few years, according to a recent national poll conducted online by Harris Poll on behalf of the Outdoor Power Equipment Institute (OPEI). According to poll results, price continues to drive decisions at the pump and consumers do not pay much attention to pump warning labels. OPEI conducted similar research in 2013 and 2015. The 2016 poll results show that almost two-thirds (64 percent) of American adults age 18+ who own outdoor power equipment say they either are not [.....]

ALEXANDRIA, Va. – Spring is on its way and winter-weary home owners are eager to spend time outside in their yards. The Outdoor Power Equipment Institute (OPEI), an international trade association representing more than 100 power equipment, engine and utility vehicle manufacturers and suppliers, reminds home owners to keep safety in mind. “You want your outdoor power equipment to be ready when you need it,” said Kris Kiser, President and CEO. “Doing some basic maintenance now will ensure that your equipment operates safely and helps get the job done.” Before you use a mower, trimmer, blower, chain saw or pruner [.....]

ALEXANDRIA, Va. – The Utility Task Vehicle (UTV) industry just got a new home and dealer training program, UTV University, at the Green Industry and Equipment Expo (GIE+EXPO) and Hardscape North America, the world’s largest trade show for the garden, lawn and outdoor power equipment industries, announced the Outdoor Power Equipment Institute (OPEI). OPEI is the majority partner in the trade show to be held October 19-21, 2016 in Louisville, Ky. UTVs are the chosen workhorse of those with big loads to haul in all territories. The addition of training sessions at GIE+EXPO for UTV dealers is a sign that [.....]

Contest for Students at Schools with Grades K-5 Announced, Entry Deadline April 6, 2016  ALEXANDRIA, Va. – Learning how to take care of the planet and studying science just got more fun with TurfMutt, an environmental stewardship and education program for kids, teachers and families. TurfMutt announces today its annual “Be a Backyard Superhero” contest, which awards a $5,000 grant to improve two winning schools’ green spaces, and the addition of new in-classroom materials for grades K to 5, including a new digital storybook titled “The West Coast Mission,” an online climate change game, and lesson plans for teachers at [.....]

ALEXANDRIA, Va.–The Board of Directors for the Outdoor Power Equipment Institute braved the recent East Coast snowstorms to meet January 24-26 in Sarasota, Fla., where they welcomed new board members, discussed issues central to the industry’s health and well-being, and made plans for 2016. “It’s evident we have a lot of new energy within the OPEI Board of Directors,” said Kris Kiser, President and CEO of OPEI. “We have an involved and dedicated board to guide the outdoor power equipment industry forward in 2016.” The OPEI Board of Directors is chaired by Lee Sowell, President – Outdoor Products, Techtronic Industries, N.A., [.....]

ALEXANDRIA, Va. – The Outdoor Power Equipment Institute (OPEI), an international trade association representing more than 100 power equipment, engine and utility vehicle manufacturers and suppliers, issues the following statement on today’s announcement by the Federal Trade Commission on fuel pump labeling of ethanol content of gasoline. Kris Kiser, president and CEO of OPEI said, “We appreciate efforts by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to regulate and manage the rapidly-changing fuels marketplace, requiring that gas pumps be labeled with percentage of gasoline and percentage of ethanol added. However, the agency didn’t go far enough. We fear consumers will remain confused [.....]

ALEXANDRIA, Va. – With winter snows arriving, homeowners, contractors, and business owners will again rely on their snow blowers to clear driveways and walks. The Outdoor Power Equipment Institute (OPEI) is offering tips for safe and correct use of snow blowers. “Your indispensable winter friend, the snow blower is ready to be powered up and it’s important to keep safety in mind,” says OPEI President and CEO Kris Kiser. “Be sure to prepare and consider the following tips before you use your equipment: PREPARE BEFORE IT SNOWS Review your owner’s manual and check your equipment. Check your owner’s manual for [.....]

Outdoor Power Equipment Institute offers tips on how to correctly address fuel use and storage ALEXANDRIA, Va. – Across the United States this fall and winter, lawn mowers and other seasonal outdoor power equipment should have their remaining fuel removed before a long winter nap. The Outdoor Power Equipment Institute (OPEI) offers fuel use and storage tips to help consumers who are winterizing their equipment investments. “Proper fuel use of outdoor power equipment is easy to accomplish and important to be mindful of as we change seasons,” said Kris Kiser, president and CEO of the Outdoor Power Equipment Institute (OPEI). [.....]

Industry trade association reminds public to be vigilant at the pump, says EPA Statement maintains uncertainty for consumers ALEXANDRIA, Va. – The Outdoor Power Equipment Institute (OPEI), an international trade association representing more than 100 power equipment, engine and utility vehicle manufacturers and suppliers, issues the following statement on today’s announcement by the Environmental Protection Agency regarding federal agency quotas for renewable fuels that must be blended into gasoline in 2014, 2015 and 2016. Today’s announcement underscores the reality of an ever changing and expanding fuel marketplace, with ethanol increasing to 10.10 percent in the general fuel market in 2016. [.....]

Air Date Schedule for Episodes Involving Lucky and Kris Kiser Announced for Winter and Spring 2016 Alexandria, Va. – A rescue dog named Lucky and his owner, Kris Kiser, will appear this season on the Emmy Award-winning “Lucky Dog” show that airs Saturday mornings on CBS as a part of the ‘CBS Dream Team, It’s Epic’ block of programming. The first episode, featuring a dog named Kyrie, aired on November 7. Additional episodes are scheduled to run on the following dates: January 23 (featuring Darby), February 13 (featuring Maggie), March 12 (featuring Odie), April 9 (featuring Scarlett), and May 7 [.....]