As the long days of summer come to a close, Walbro Channel Marketing Director Bob McCue looks to cooler weather for what maintenance consumers should be aware of heading into fall on this month’s episode of Talkin’ Shop with Walbro. In this new episode, host Tyler Kern sat down with McCue to discuss what’s on […]
Emissions remain a point of concern for products that utilize fossil fuels. OE manufacturers of vehicles and outdoor power equipment are all looking for ways to reduce the carbon output of their products as they simultaneously improve product efficiency. On today’s episode of Talkin’ Shop by Walbro, channel marketing director Bob McCue returns to the […]
For many homeowners, purchasing fuel for your small engine and outdoor power equipment simply means going to the nearest gas station and filling up with the lowest cost fuel option. Not much thought is given to the ethanol content of the fuel. For longtime boaters and marina managers, however, the dangers of high ethanol content […]
From electronic fuel injection to the powersports toys that fuel your weekends, Talkin’ Shop with Walbro is your monthly podcast where we discuss all the machines that make life better. Each month we’ll talk about the latest and greatest in the lawn & garden, recreation & marine and two wheel industries, featuring guest podcasts and […]
Ethanol-blended gasoline represents the majority of gasoline sold at the pump in the United States. Relatively harmless to automotive engines, the presence of ethanol in gasoline poses a threat to the long-term operation of small gas engines. Because of the potential harm of ethanol blends to small gas engines, it is critical to use a […]
If you own or operate a gasoline powered lawnmower, lawn and garden tractor, chainsaw, trimmer, blower or off-road vehicle, it is essential to maintain the fuel system. When a fuel system is dirty, it can greatly impact overall engine performance. To keep power equipment running at peak performance, Walbro created the Power Equipment Complete Fuel […]
If you don’t have a healthy fuel system, your small engine may be struggling to perform and could be losing horsepower. Because gasoline isn’t pure, additives and sediments build up over time. For optimal performance, it’s critical to keep your fuel system clean. In a small engine the fuel system consists of a fuel tank, […]
The Green Industry and Equipment Expo, GIE + Expo, the outdoor power equipment industry’s largest showcase, was held October 17-19 in Louisville, Kentucky. Hosting dealers, retailers, and distributors from across the country, GIE + Expo is the premier venue for attendees and exhibitors to learn about and experience the latest innovations and trends in lawn & garden, […]
The small gas engine market has historically been a thriving global industry and current business trends are setting the stage for another period of continued growth. In fact, according to the 2018-2023 Global Small Gas Engines Consumption Market Report, the industry is expected to strengthen at a compound annual growth rate of 3.7%, reaching over […]
The small engines found in lawnmowers and four-wheelers perform best with fuel that is less than a month old. So if you’ve stored your lawnmower away for the season or haven’t used your ATV in a while, it’s essential to ensure bad gas doesn’t take a toll on the performance of your equipment. Replace Old […]
