Equipment World Staff (EQW)MaintenanceKeeping Fuel Clean: In modern engine era, extra attention to fuel filtration is wiseBy Elliott Stanton Our location in the Eagle Ford oil fields of Texas contains a state-of-the-art fueling station to keep trucks, tractors and support equipment fueled up and ready to go on a moment’s notice. As the onsite equipment manager, I also inherited the title of fuel manager and have been tasked with all of […]June 15, 2017Safety & ComplianceELD Mandate: As contractors scramble to comply with electronic logging, others may be in for “rude awakening”If you operate construction trucks you may fall under a new mandate requiring electronic logging of your drivers’ hours – and time is running out to comply. Failure to do so could lead to fines and lower safety scores. Here’s how to know if your business is at risk and what you can do about […]June 9, 2017Safety & ComplianceGet the full ELD Mandate Guide from Equipment WorldDo you need an electronic logging device on your truck? Not knowing could cost you. Download the full ELD guide from Equipment World.June 9, 2017BusinessEquipment World publisher Randall-Reilly acquired by equity firm Aurora CapitalAurora Capital Partners, a leading middle-market private equity firm, has acquired Randall-Reilly, publisher of Equipment World, the two companies announced Monday. Randall-Reilly is a leading provider of B2B data and data-driven marketing services, media and events for the trucking, construction, agriculture and additional industrial markets. Aurora acquired Randall-Reilly from Investcorp, a global manager of alternative […]June 6, 2017Construction EquipmentFord recalls 2017 F-250 for parking brake defect, F-450 and F-550 for driveshaft replacementFord has issued two separate recalls impacting three of its heavy duty pickups. The automaker is recalling approximately 52,000 2017 Ford F-250 pickups for unintended vehicle movement while in park. The recall affects F-250s equipped with gasoline-powered 6.2-liter engines built at the Kentucky Assembly Plant between October 9, 2015 and March 30, 2017. The Ford reference number for […]April 4, 2017PickupsToyota unveils 2018 Tundra TRD Pro Sport signaling refresh for entire lineupToyota has revealed its new Tundra TRD Pro Sport where increased performance enhancements have been paired up with new safety features. The new Tundra TRD Sport is available on 4×4 and 4×2 grades in CrewMax and Double Cab configurations and is powered by a 381-horsepower, 5.7-liter i-Force V8. Toyota reports that driving performance is enhanced through the addition of TRD […]March 23, 2017Oils & lubricantsMack extends oil drain intervals with new engine oil formulationMack Trucks is extending its recommended engine oil drain intervals for users of the company’s newly formulated Mack Engine Oil EOS-4.5. Depending on the application, oil drain intervals have been extended by up to 15,000 miles compared with previous formulations. Introduced as the factory fill in Mack’s 2017 engines, genuine Mack Engine Oil EOS-4.5 also extends drain […]February 28, 2017HomeCon-Expo/Con-Agg 2017 CoverageThe big show is almost here, and we’ve got you covered! Check this page frequently for updates on what’s new at the show, manufacturer introductions and educational sessions. Can’t go to the show? We’ll be posting from-the-show-floor updates each day right here. You can also check out our coverage on Twitter (@Equipment_World) and Facebook. You […]February 7, 2017PickupsHonda recalls all 2017 Ridgeline pickups due to corrosion problemThe National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reported that the 2017 Honda Ridgeline is being recalled over concerns of potential wire terminal corrosion which could lead to a serious component malfunction and increase the risk of a crash. “Due to a manufacturing error, the rear wiring harness installed in affected trucks is susceptible to moisture intrusion […]January 10, 2017BusinessYear in Review: The Biggest Construction Equipment News Stories of 2016While everyone has their sights on ConExpo in March, it might be easy to overlook what a busy year 2016 turned out to be. Here’s an quick overview, plus a timeline, of what happened in the construction equipment industry last year. Bonus: check out our editors’ quick predictions for 2017 on page 30. (Note: In order to meet […]December 22, 2016Previous PagePage 20 of 590Next PageTop StoriesPickups2026 GMC Canyon Revealed: 4 Trims, 7,700 Lbs. Towing, Loads of FeaturesCheck out the trims, features and starting MSRPs for GMC's new midsize pickup truck.Compact ExcavatorsCloser Look: Develon’s Reduced Tail-Swing DX62R-7 Mini ExcavatorCompact 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 ML180
