Equipment World Staff (EQW)ComponentsCooper intros two new all-terrain Discoverer pickup tires with more stopping powerThe all-season, all-terrain Discoverer AT3-LT and Discoverer AT3-XLT both feature Durable-Tread Technology for enhanced durability. More here!June 26, 2018Class 7-8Volkswagen Truck & Bus gets a new name ahead of independence from VWVolkswagen Truck & Bus says the name Traton was created by combining the words transformation, transportation, tradition and tonnage. More information here!June 22, 2018VocationalFord, VW mull partnership that could include commercial vehicle developmentThe companies are exploring potential projects across many areas, including developing commercial vehicles together to better serve the needs of customers.June 20, 2018VocationalInternational makes air disc brakes standard on severe-duty HV-Series, HX-Series work trucksInternational Truck says it will made air disc brakes standard on its HV Series and HX Series models. Read about this on Equipment World.June 19, 2018Death by Trench[Special Report] Death by Trench: The business and human cost of trench-collapse fatalitiesWhen it comes to construction fatalities, trench deaths can be easy to overlook. The number of deaths falls far below the top four culprits of construction deaths: falls, electrocution, struck by object and caught-in/between. But trench fatalities usually mean prolonged efforts to recover a victim, exacerbating the experience for co-workers and family. They require advanced expertise by first responders. Many times, even partially buried victims don’t survive. And they deal a staggering loss to families and to crews that sometimes have worked together for years.June 18, 2018PickupsFord recalls 2018 F-150, F-650, F-750 trucks over fuel pump, brake defectsThe first recall affects 2018 F-150s, Expeditions and Navigators equipped with a V6 and the second includes 2018 F-650 and F-750s with hydraulic brake systems.June 14, 2018Death by Trench7 ways to dig an early graveJune 14, 2018Death by TrenchWhat really influences safe practices in the trench?June 14, 2018Death by TrenchBefore you dig: Know your soil typeJune 14, 2018PickupsRam trucks caught up in large FCA recall over defective cruise controlAround 5 million vehicles may have a defect that could prevent cruise control from disengaging and could even cause acceleration. Details on impacted vehicles here.June 12, 2018Previous PagePage 13 of 590Next PageTop StoriesCompact ExcavatorsCloser Look: Develon’s Reduced Tail-Swing DX62R-7 Mini ExcavatorAt 6.2 metric tons and 57.5-horsepower, the compact excavator has 7 inches of side overhang and zero rear overhang for work in tight areas.Compact Utility LoadersCloser Look: Bobcat's Largest Mini Track Loader Packs Power & PrecisionCompact equipmentKubota Launches New RTV-X Long Bed UTV for 1,200-lbs. of HaulingCompact Utility LoadersVermeer Gives Sneak Peek of its Largest Mini Track Loader: A Prototype ML180Compact Utility LoadersQuick Data: Top-Selling Compact Utility Loaders for 2024 – 2025
