Chris Hill (EQW)RoadbuildingMissouri DOT launches enhanced pothole patrol programThe Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) has launched an enhanced pothole repair reporting program aimed at enhancing the speed at which potholes are repaired. The agency reports it will “aggressively respond” in patching potholes. “We want to get asphalt in the hole as quickly as possible. If you report it in the morning, our goal […]March 8, 2017RoadbuildingMichigan DOT makes 2017 construction map available for downloadThe Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) has made available its 2017 Paving the Way state construction map as a digital download and has discontinued its paper printing of the annual guide. The map, available at michigan.gov/mdotmaps, details the general timelines for specific highway and bridge projects segmented by the Upper Peninsula, Lower Peninsula and the metro […]March 8, 2017DealersWorldwide equipment sales forecast up 7% for 2017; North America to grow by 6%Off-Highway Research is forecasting construction equipment sales worldwide will grow 7 percent in 2017. The firm expects total machine unit sales will reach 695,142 this year, compared to 650,133 in 2016. “Sales of construction equipment last year were affected by weak economic growth worldwide and low global prices for many commodities,” says David Phillips, managing […]March 7, 2017DealersSoutheastern Equipment focuses on service continuity, employee training to reach market-leading goalOhio-based Southeastern Equipment celebrates 60 years in business in 2017 and is setting a strong goal of becoming the top Case dealer in the U.S. this year. According to Heath Watton, vice president at Southeastern, the company is consistently a top five dealer for the manufacturer, but it is setting its sights higher. “We have […]March 7, 2017DealersIEDA launches IEDAUsed.com redesign at ConExpo featuring inventory information sharing updatesThe Independent Equipment Dealers Association (IEDA) used ConExpo 2017 as the backdrop for launching the redesign of IEDAUsed.com, with the update focusing on a “Want to Buy” feature and improved inventory information sharing. “IEDAUsed.com is designed to help contractors find what they are looking for and provide the assurance they are working with legitimate sellers […]March 7, 2017RoadbuildingIllinois Tollway seeks bids for 16 contracts valued at $55 millionThe Illinois Tollway is seeking bids for design and construction management services for 16 contracts estimated at a value of $55 million. The advertised contracts, which are part of the sixth year of the Move Illinois program, include: ♦  Five design contracts for the new Interstate 490 Tollway ♦  One design contract for the Illinois […]March 7, 2017RoadbuildingMaryland DOT wins 17 awards from state’s Quality Initiative ConsortiumThe Maryland Department of Transportation (MDOT) recently won 17 Maryland Quality Initiative (MdQI) Consortium Awards of Excellence for “planning studies, programs and construction projects” for 2016. The MdQI is made up of private sector industry associations and public sector transportation agencies. It was founded in 1993 by MDOT’s State Highway Administration (SHA) and private sector […]March 7, 2017RoadbuildingCaltrans’ Akiyama named a CIO of the Year for CaliforniaCalifornia Department of Transportation (Caltrans) Chief Information Officer George Akiyama has been named one of two CIOs of the year in the state by the California Public CIO Academy. The group cited him for his “ongoing dedication and commitment to the state of California’s information technology initiatives.” Akiyama has served as the Caltrans CIO since […]March 7, 2017DealersEquipment Roundup: Big Cat D6T update; Dynapac CC950D small project roller; John Deere & Liebherr partner on engine development and moreCat unveils D6T dozer with fully auto transmission, big fuel savings, standard GRADE tech Cat has updated its D6T bulldozer with a new transmission that the company says makes the machine not only easier to operate but much more fuel efficient. The new machine is powered by a Tier 4 Final Cat C9.3 ACERT delivering […]March 7, 2017DealersBusiness Roundup: Feds raid Cat HQ; Jan. construction spending down; Bobcat, Boxer add dealers; H&E Equipment earningsFederal agents raid Caterpillar HQ as part of investigation; stock tumbles Three of Caterpillar’s Illinois facilities received surprise visits from federal agencies Thursday morning as law enforcement officials seized documents and electronic records apparently pertaining to an ongoing investigation into the company’s tax strategy. The news broke across several media outlets early Thursday afternoon, sending Caterpillar’s […]March 7, 2017Previous PagePage 58 of 225Next PageTop StoriesPickups2026 Chevy Silverado EV Work Truck Smashes World Record for Mileage RangeThe truck traveled over 1,000 miles on a charge – more than twice its estimated EPA range – showcasing the advancements in EV technology.Backhoe LoadersA Closer Look: Deere's New Backhoes Deliver Improved Comfort, Visibility, ControlVintage EquipmentThe 1950s Cat “Twin D8” – 2 Joined Dozers, 1 Big Blade, Double the PowerCompact equipmentNew Polaris Ranger 500: Work-Ready UTV Priced at $10K, Can Tow 1,500 Lbs.Construction EquipmentExtreme Machine: Prinoth’s Massive Panther XL Crawlers Traverse Antarctica
