ALEXANDRIA, Va., Sept. 10, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Once the grass gets its final cut and the leaves are handled, it's time to swap out the lawn mower, blower, and trimmer for the snow thrower, generator, and chainsaw. The Outdoor Power Equipment Institute (OPEI) says handling equipment this fall sets the stage for when the weather turns colder.
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