Shop Talk: Will independent equipment rental stores survive the next 5 years?

Watch as Josh Nickell, John Durante, and Elliott Vigil discuss how independent equipment rental stores should navigate the next five years amidst mergers and acquisitions, economic challenges, and more. This is episode 1 of a 3-part series. Watch episode 2 here: • Video
4 minutes - The guys discuss the most recent acquisitions in the equipment rental industry.
6 minutes - ARA sees record number of members.
10 minutes - Josh brings up the 2024 Rental Management Market Movers list.
14 minutes - Can independent rental stores buy fleet similar to the large equipment rental stores?
22 minutes - Josh shares industry data about contractors' renting habits.
30 minutes - The guys talk about The ARA Show 2025 and if they should utilize new manufacturers to increase margins.
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Great conversation. Thanks for doing this Rental Magazine.