Chris Hill (EQW)RoadbuildingTRIP: Road, bridge conditions cost Alabama drivers $4.2 billion annuallyIn its latest road condition report, The Road Improvement Program (TRIP) says poor road and bridge conditions in Alabama are costing drivers in the state $4.2 billion annually in costs related to vehicle operation, safety and congestion. The report, “Alabama Transportation by the Numbers: Meeting the State’s Need for Safe, Smooth and Efficient Mobility,” indicates 19 […]February 23, 2017DealersBobcat Company adds dealer in Clarksville, Tenn., for multi-state coverageBobcat Company has added Bobcat of Clarksville (Tennessee) to provide service to customers in northern-middle Tennessee and southwestern Kentucky. The new site is the ninth location in the Bobcat of St. Louis dealer network. It will provide a “large” rental fleet to include compact and heavy equipment and attachments. Bobcat of St. Louis opened in […]February 22, 2017RoadbuildingMass. DOT plans to expand digital pothole tracking programThe Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) reports that it is expanding its pothole information program that has been in a pilot stage in the Springfield and Worcester areas of the state for the past year. This includes the MassDOT Potholes Dashboard that includes public data, which includes a map of pothole locations and size, number of potholes filled, material used […]February 22, 2017RoadbuildingFHWA: Miles driven in U.S. reached 3.2 trillion in 2016Estimates from the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) show driving in the U.S. reached 3.2 trillion miles in 2016, marking the fifth straight year of increased mileage on public roads. The data is from the most recent Traffic Volume Trends reports, which showed 263.6 billion miles were driven in December last year, an increase of 0.5 […]February 22, 2017RoadbuildingAASHTO sets legislative action agenda for 2017The American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) has set its 2017 legislative action agenda, which aims to prod the Trump administration and Congress to create a “sustainable and long-term funding stream for transportation investment” as one of its goals. “AASHTO has been engaging in a robust dialogue with both the new presidential […]February 22, 2017RoadbuildingFollowing shift to dealer distribution, Roadtec calls 2016 “best year ever” with 10% sales growthRoadtec reports sales grew 10 percent in 2016 and has set a goal for a 20 percent increase in 2017, citing expectations from the Fast Act signed in 2015 that provides for the Highway Trust Fund for six years. The company did not provide specific sales figures. “Jobs were created, optimism returned, new roads began […]February 21, 2017DealersMack Trucks names Vision Truck Group 2016 North American Dealer of the YearMack Trucks has named Ontario-based Vision Truck Group as its 2016 North American Dealer of the Year. It also received the overall Customer Service Award. The dealership reached 189 percent of its sales goal for the year and hit 25 percent market share in its respective region, Mack reports. It also marked its 50th anniversary […]February 21, 2017RoadbuildingIndiana House approves 10-cent gas tax increase, electric vehicle feesThe Indiana House has approved a 10-cent per gallon gas tax increase, raising the tax from 18 cents to 28 cents, in a 61-36 vote last week on HB 1002 to help fund the state’s transportation infrastructure improvements. The bill also calls for annual increases based on an “annual index factor” that wouldn’t be more than […]February 21, 2017RoadbuildingCarolinas AGC presents SCDOT director with Build with the Best AwardThe Carolinas Association of General Contractors (AGC) has presented South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) Director Christy Hall with the “Build with the Best Award.” The association presents the award to a non-contractor that contributes to the “betterment of the construction industry and the overall economic welfare of the Carolinas.” Carolinas AGC presented Hall with […]February 21, 2017DealersEquipment Roundup: JCB enters lift market; Cat invests in drone rollout; Bobcat 70-inch forestry cutter; Gehl/Mustang vertical-lift skid steers; Sany single-drum rollersBobcat intros 70-inch forestry cutter attachment Designed to quickly mulch trees and underbrush, Bobcat’s new 70-inch forestry cutter attachment boosts mulching production by 17 percent over the company’s previous models. Equipped with double-tipped carbide teeth, when the attachment is tilted forward material is thrown against counter combs, reducing wood to fine mulch and providing wear protection […]February 20, 2017Previous PagePage 63 of 225Next PageTop StoriesCompact equipment2026 Polaris General UTV Hits Dealers with New Colors, UpgradesThe industry's best-selling crossover UTV returns with new colors and comfort and performance features across its two- and four-seater models.Compact Utility LoadersMechMaxx Shakes Up Mini Skid Steer Market with $24K Croba STL1000PickupsFord to Build 2027 Midsize Electric Pickup in US with $30K Start PricePickups2026 Ford F-Series Super Duty Preview: 4 Engines, 5 Trims, 2 Beds OfferedFeatured SponsorThink like a thief to protect your fleet. Watch our on-demand webinar.
