Joy Powell (EQW)RoadbuildingAEM poll indicates overwhelming bipartisan support for infrastructure planA new poll finds that 81 percent of those who watched President Donald Trump’s State of the Union address say they want Congress to pass an infrastructure bill this year. The Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) commissioned the poll by Morning Consult, a privately held technology and media company. It found that four out of five viewers […]February 6, 2018DealersTrail King adds 12 new dealers in U.S. and CanadaNorth American trailer manufacturer Trail King Industries continues to expand its global dealer network. Based in Mitchell, South Dakota, Trail King recently announced a dozen new dealers to its network: Young Truck Trailer, Nebraska Lucky’s Trailer Sales, North Carolina Arrow Trailer and Equipment Company, Illinois Pee Dee Trailer Sales, South Carolina Preferred Lowboys, Dallas, […]February 5, 2018RoadbuildingConn. governor: Lacking federal help, state must move ahead with critical transportation investmentsConnecticut Gov. Dannel P. Malloy has released the outline of his administration’s revenue package to stabilize the Special Transportation Fund (STF) and allow for critical investments in the state’s transportation system. He says his plan for the STF would restore canceled state and municipal projects across Connecticut and “prevent drastic increases” in rail and bus fares and […]February 5, 2018DealersRDO Equipment Co. is now a Wirtgen dealer in Ariz.RDO Equipment Co. in Arizona is now a Wirtgen dealer – an expansion that adds to the dealer’s current Wirtgen territories in North and South Dakota. RDO, a provider of John Deere and other construction equipment, parts, and service in Arizona, now adds Wirtgen’s compaction, milling, mixing, paving, processing, and rehabilitation equipment to enhance offerings […]February 2, 2018DealersAED leader: ‘infrastructure talk must become action’In response to President Donald Trump’s brief discussion of a plan for U.S. infrastructure during his State of the Union address Tuesday night, the head of Associated Equipment Distributors (AED) is calling for more than talk. “While AED commends President Trump for continuing to focus on infrastructure investment, the time is long overdue for words […]February 1, 2018DealersKan. Cat dealer Foley Equipment teams with HDA Truck Pride on parts, servicesFoley Equipment says it is now partnering with HDA Truck Pride to enhance and expand quality parts and services for customers throughout Kansas and northwest Missouri. Headquartered in Wichita, Kansas, Foley Equipment now operates 19 locations in 14 cities across Kansas and northwest Missouri. The family-owned business employs nearly 1,000. “Partnering with HDA Truck Pride […]January 31, 2018DealersH&E Equipment to buy Rental Inc., expanding presence in Ala., Fla., western Ga.H&E Equipment Services is buying Rental Inc., which has five branches located throughout Alabama and Florida. Under terms of the agreement, H&E is expected to pay about $68.6 million in cash for Rental Inc., subject to customary adjustments. The transaction is expected to close in the first quarter of 2018. The purchase is part of H&E’s ongoing […]January 30, 2018RoadbuildingARTBA: More than 54,000 U.S. bridges structurally deficient, feds’ data showA new report finds there’s the equivalent of one “structurally deficient”-rated bridge, on average, for every 27 miles of the nation’s major highway network, according to the American Road & Transportation Builders Association (ARTBA). Those 1,800 structurally deficient interstate bridges are crossed 60 million times daily, the association says. But the problem is even bigger, […]January 30, 2018DealersDiane Benck becomes first chairwoman of Associated Equipment DistributorsDiane Benck – known for her strong advocacy for the equipment industry and for enhancing technician training – has been named chairwoman of Associated Equipment Distributors (AED). Benck, of Illinois, is the first woman to lead the international organization, and she received rousing applause during her appointment at the recent AED Summit in Las Vegas. […]January 29, 2018RoadbuildingConcrete pavement market seeing its biggest improvement in 5 yearsThe concrete pavement market is on pace for significant improvement in 2018 – and it comes amid industry optimism for a new federal gas tax and innovative infrastructure funding, according to the American Concrete Pavement Association (ACPA). Gerald Voigt, ACPA’s president and CEO, says there’s a strong market outlook fueled by the steadily rising use […]January 29, 2018Previous PagePage 49 of 61Next PageTop StoriesPickups2026 Ford F-Series Super Duty Preview: 4 Engines, 5 Trims, 2 Beds OfferedThe new Super Duty models come in a multitude of configurations, including optional diesel engine, short bed, dual rear wheels, among others.Pickups2026 Chevy Silverado EV Work Truck Smashes World Record for Mileage RangeBackhoe 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 PowerFeatured SponsorThink like a thief to protect your fleet. Watch our on-demand webinar.
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