Equipment World Staff (EQW)SafetyEl Paso company fined $190K for unsafe trench, its fifth trench violation in 2 yearsOSHA fines El Paso Underground Construction $190,642 for failure to protect workers from possible trench collapse. Get the details on Equipment World.August 9, 2018Class 7-8This Kenworth big rig is actually a Toyota. And it’s powered by hydrogen.Toyota has released the second version of their hydrogen powered class 8 truck. It's based on a Kenworth tractor. Click here to read all about the new truck!August 7, 2018PickupsRam recalls 1.1 million pickups due to tailgate defectFCA US is recalling an estimated 1.1 million pickups it says may have defective tailgate latches. The recall affects certain 2015-2017 Ram 1500, 2500 and 3500 pickups.August 6, 2018RoadbuildingThousands of small cracks have halted Pensacola Bay Bridge construction twice. FDOT says they are safeThe Pensacola Bay Bridge is stopping construction due to thousands of small cracks showing up in the concrete. Get more details here on Equipment World.July 31, 2018RoadbuildingHighway Materials Group voices support for Shuster’s draft infrastructure billHighway Materials Group released a statement of support for the infrastructure draft that was recently introduced by Bill Shuster. More on Equipment World.July 30, 2018Class 7-8Volvo VNL 300 can now be spec’d with Cummins ISX12N nat gas engineVolvo announces VNL 300 daycab now available with Cummins ISX12N Near Zero natural gas engine, providing an alternative fuel solutions.July 26, 2018TrailersAspen’s M5500-8 is a customizable 55-ton lowboy with a 116″ gooseneck swingAspen's commercial trailer comes standard with 26 ft. of flush deck, swing-out outriggers, protected air lines and more. Learn more about the trailer on EW.July 26, 2018Construction EquipmentTornado rips through Vermeer factory in Iowa, dealing major damage and injuring at least 7The campus suffered "significant" damage to both its structures and to the personal property on campus at the time. Seven people sustained minor injuries.July 19, 2018VocationalFord recalls 2018 F-150, F-650 and F-750 trucks due to oil, brake fluid leaksFord will notify owners and dealers will be able to replace any parts that are included in the recall. Details on all the impacted models on Equipment World.July 12, 2018Death by TrenchFirst on the Scene: Trench rescues are methodical, labor intensive and often unsuccessful“Not a hell of a lot of people survive it.” That’s the assessment of Fire Chief Cecil “Buddy” Martinette Jr. of Wilmington, North Carolina, the author of the textbook “Trench Rescue” and a frequently cited expert on rescue training. “A majority of people out there who install underground utilities do it according to the book,” […]July 2, 2018Previous PagePage 12 of 590Next PageTop StoriesVideosMost Viewed Construction Equipment – Our Top 10 “Closer Look” Videos of 2025Compact equipment from Kubota, Bobcat, Volvo, Sany got the most views, but larger – and some unusual – machines also made the cut.Construction EquipmentAntique Caterpillars Rule! – Top 5 Vintage Equipment Stories of 2025Compact ExcavatorsCloser Look: Develon DX35Z-7 Mini Excavator Excels at Digging in Tight SpacesExcavatorsKomatsu's New PC365-11 Hybrid Excavator Boosts Power, Cuts Fuel UseCompact equipmentCloser Look: Bobcat's UV34XL UTV with New Limited Package
