Chris Hill (EQW)RoadbuildingOklahoma Transportation Commission awards 50 contracts valued at $82 millionThe Oklahoma Transportation Commission (OTC) in its February meeting awarded 50 contracts valued at $82 million for improvements to bridges, highways, interstates and roads in 37 counties. The contracts included major Oklahoma Department of Transportation (ODOT) bridge rehabilitation projects in Tulsa and Oklahoma City, as well as highway reconstruction in Wagoner County and 20 resurfacing […]February 10, 2017RoadbuildingIllinois DOT seeks public input for Long Range Transportation PlanThe Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) is seeking additional input from the public to help develop its Long Range Transportation plan. “We want our Long Range Transportation Plan to drive how we operate as an agency and how we are making investment decisions,” says Illinois Transportation Secretary Randy Blankenhorn. “By working together with members of […]February 10, 2017DealersGeneral Truck Sales named Volvo Trucks 2016 Dealer of the Year for North AmericaVolvo Trucks has named General Truck Sales, Muncie, Indiana, as its 2016 Dealer of the Year for North America. The dealership, established in 1958, has won the honor twice previously, in 2006 and 2010. Volvo says the award honored the dealership for “outstanding performance” in new truck sales, market share, parts sales, customer satisfaction, dealer […]February 9, 2017RoadbuildingRIDOT starts RFQ process for Route 6/10 interchange project in ProvidenceThe Rhode Island Department of Transportation (RIDOT) has initiated a request-for-qualifications (RFQ) process to solicit bids for the design and build of the replacement for the Route 6/10 interchange in Providence. RIDOT says the project has been “sitting on the drawing board for more than 30 years.” The project offers a new design Gov. Gina […]February 9, 2017RoadbuildingTexas DOT marks 100 years of service with traveling exhibitThe Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) is celebrating 100 years of service with multiple events across the state in addition to a traveling exhibit that will “highlight the agency’s ongoing mission of connecting Texans.” As part of the centennial celebration, TxDOT will have a refurbished 1918 Liberty Truck travel across the state serving as a […]February 9, 2017RoadbuildingArizona DOT holds highway safety message contestThe Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) is holding a contest soliciting for safety messages to be placed on the agency’s overhead sings above state highways. The department first began using what it calls “unconventional safety messages” on these boards more than a year ago to “kick-start a change in social acceptance” of dangerous driving behaviors, including […]February 9, 2017DealersCashman Cat’s headquarters receives SHARP Award for safety and health effortsNevada’s Division of Industrial Relations has recognized Caterpillar dealer Cashman Equipment with its Safety and Health Achievement Recognition Program (SHARP) award for its corporate headquarters in Henderson. “Cashman has been on a safety journey to zero incidents, injuries, etc. for a number of years now,” says Mike Pack, Cashman Equipment president & COO. “Our goal […]February 8, 2017RoadbuildingHouse T&I Committee launches promotion of vision for 21st century American infrastructureThe House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee has launched a promotion effort, “Building a 21st Century Infrastructure for America,” to highlight the need for infrastructure investment as a “key to America’s future competitiveness.” The effort is being branded as #building21. “America’s infrastructure is the backbone of our economy and we must invest to meet the challenges […]February 7, 2017RoadbuildingGeorgia DOT launches first statewide freeway patrol service: CHAMPThe Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) has launched what it says is the first statewide freeway patrol service in the country with its Coordinated Highway Assistance & Maintenance Program, also known as CHAMP. GDOT says CHAMP units will work on traffic incidents, roadway maintenance issues and other events impacting traffic flow, much like metro Atlanta’s […]February 7, 2017RoadbuildingTexas Transportation Commission approves I-14 designationThe Texas Transportation Commission has approved the designation of 25 miles of U.S. 190 running from Copperas Cove to Interstate 35 in Belton as I-14. This provides the first interstate link for the Fort Hood are and surrounding communities connecting to I-35, The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) reports. “As envisioned, the proposed I-14 corridor would […]February 7, 2017Previous PagePage 67 of 225Next PageTop StoriesMini ExcavatorsCat’s New 2.4- and 2.6-Ton Mini Excavators Pack More LiftThe new 302.4 CR and 302.6 bring increased lift capacity, higher auxiliary flow and transport-friendly operating weights.Off-Road TrucksDeere Previews Autonomous Haul Truck: One Truck, Two Operation ModesPickups2027 Chevy Silverado 2500 HD, 3500 HD Get More HP With New Diesel, Gas V8sBulldozersConstruction’s Mighty Bull Stands the Test of Time — Dozer Buyer’s Guide 2026Featured SponsorKeep Your Business Strong During Slower Months
