Don McLoudDon McLoud is the executive editor of Equipment World. He can be reached at [email protected].TechnologyLeica’s New TS20 Total Station Uses AI for Accuracy, Speed – Even in Bad WeatherDesigned from the ground up, the TS20 “accelerates fieldwork, streamlines repetitive tasks, avoids costly mistakes,” the company says.October 15, 2025BusinessZachry to Buy Water-Sewer Infrastructure Contractor Crescent ConstructorsThe deal will help Zachry expand into the fast-growing water segment and will give Crescent larger market reach.October 14, 2025BusinessSection 179, Bonus Depreciation Get Big Raises for 2025 Equipment BuysThe Section 179 tax deduction has doubled for 2025, and bonus depreciation has returned to 100% for new and used equipment.October 10, 2025BusinessABC Economist: Risk of Recession Rises But Still Not in Sight for 2025He predicts a return of inflation, interest rates remaining higher for longer and the middle-class facing worsening financial circumstances.October 9, 2025Mini ExcavatorsBobcat Unveils 2 New Mini Excavators with Zero Tailswing, Retractable Track WidthThe 1.7-metric-ton E17 and 1.9-metric-ton E20 can fit in tight spaces and work up against obstacles with increased power and lift capacity.October 9, 2025BusinessToro to Buy Canadian Hydrovac Manufacturer TornadoThe deal follows Toro's selling of trencher and auger boring businesses and is part of its growing focus on underground infrastructure construction.October 8, 2025Construction EquipmentMaine Operator Advances to Represent US at Cat Global Challenge Finals (Video)The excavation company president earned the best score in the semifinals and will compete for the title of world's best equipment operator in Vegas.October 7, 2025TechnologyKubota Claims World’s First Hydrogen Fuel Cell, Self-Driving TractorPowered by compressed hydrogen, the concept tractor can drive autonomously to the field and is equal to a 100-horsepower diesel engine.October 6, 2025AttachmentsBlue Diamond Launches Hydraulic Breakers for Excavators, Skid Steers, CTLsThe new breakers are compatible with everything from 1,500-pound mini track loaders to 55-ton excavators and can be switched between machines.October 3, 2025BusinessMoose Trapped in Well Rescued After Hours-Long Excavator OperationThe bull moose fell in an old abandoned well, and wildlife officers worked for hours to save it with help from an excavator.October 3, 2025Previous PagePage 30 of 292Next PageTop StoriesThe DirtKomatsu’s Next-Gen D175AX-10 Bulldozer Completely RedesignedThe first large Dash-10 dozer replaces the D155AX-8 with a 25% increase in productivity and a new engine as part of its overhaul.Manufacturer NewsKomatsu to Acquire Astec’s Roadtec, Carlson Road Construction BusinessCompact Utility Loaders“Good-Bye, Manual Labor!” — Mini Skid Steer Buyer’s Guide 2026Manufacturer NewsKOBELCO to Acquire CNH’s Case, New Holland Construction Equipment BusinessTractorsMore Power, More Versatility: Case IH Adds 3 Farmall Compact A Tractors
