Pursuit of the Perfect Launch

Product Launch
Web Design
Homeowner and professional STIHL RZ mower owners talking over a fence.

STIHL Zero Turn Launch

Pursuit of the Perfect Launch
As the #1 selling brand of chainsaws prepared to take its place in the zero-turn market, we prepared to launch them there.
Client
STIHL
Released
September 15, 2025
Sep 15, 2025
Timeframe
FPO NEED
Project Type
Product Launch
Key Highlights
Product launch Campaign strategy Teaser campaign Campaign messaging Landing page design
STIHL Zero Turn Launch

Overview

After dominating the handheld outdoor power equipment industry, STIHL prepared to take its rightful place at the top of the lawn mower industry: enter STIHL RZ Zero-Turn residential and commercial mowers.
To drive the strategy of its first zero-turn campaign, we performed extensive consumer research to uncover challenges and opportunities.
STIHL Zero Turn Launch

The Challenge

Never take on a challenge without first surveying the playing field. Our research team made sure we had the lay of the land before developing our launch strategy. Research uncovered: 1. STIHL was strongly perceived to be a trusted, high-quality brand for chainsaws 2. Consumers seek zero-turn brands with proven success and longevity in the market 3. Consumers want zero-turn features and technology that promote cut quality 
Homeowner in garage, preparing to use STIHL Zero Turn Mower.
Homeowner using the STIHL RZ 261.
STIHL Zero Turn Launch

The Solution

STIHL had the machine consumers wanted, they just didn’t have the reputation. So, we went to work building confidence by combining high quality photography and animation with a message that acknowledged what consumers were looking for: Pursuit of the Perfect Cut
By spotlighting the STIHL RZ mowers’ cutting edge features and capturing video of homeowners and professionals putting those features to use, we created a campaign that grew consumer confidence in STIHL zero-turn mowers.
Poster that says, All New Zero Turn Mowers.
Zero Turn emails.
Poster that says, All New Zero Turn Mowers.
Zero Turn emails.
Poster that says, All New Zero Turn Mowers.
Zero Turn emails.
Group of STIHL Zero Turn mowers in a large yard.

STIHL Zero Turn Launch

STIHL Zero Turn Launch

Owning the Turf

Homeowner and professional STIHL RZ mower owners talking over a fence.
Homeowner and professional STIHL RZ mower owners talking over a fence.
Homeowner and professional STIHL RZ mower owners talking over a fence.
Creative Testing Research
Creative Testing Research

Respondents who perceived high quality

30%
30%
30%
Revenue Growth
Revenue Growth

Between three- and nine-months post-launch

70%
70%
70%
Continued Growth
Continued Growth

Revenue growth between nine-months and two years post-launch

0%
0%
0%
STIHL Zero Turn Launch

Final Thoughts

The STIHL name goes a long way with people, but a zero-turn mower is a huge investment. We created a campaign designed to compel consumers to put their grass on the line and climb into the deluxe, ergonomic seat of a legendary, STIHL zero-turn mower. And they did.

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