Joy Powell (EQW)RoadbuildingARTBA hails high court ruling in Clean Water Act turf disputeIn a decision hailed by the transportation construction industry, the U.S. Supreme Court this week ruled that disputes over the Clean Water Act must be heard by federal district courts instead of appellate courts. In their unanimous decision January 22, the justices agreed with the American Road & Transportation Builders Association (ARTBA) and its litigation […]January 25, 2018DealersClarke Powered Solutions now primary Perkins engines distributor in U.S.Clarke Powered Solutions is now the primary U.S. distributor for Perkins engines and parts, according to Perkins Engine Company. Clarke will provide sales, service and full distribution support for Perkins engines and parts to Perkins customers and Original Equipment Manufacturers throughout the Midwest and Northeast United States. With distribution headquarters being headquartered Kansas City, Kansas, […]January 23, 2018RoadbuildingAxios publishes leaked draft of Trump infrastructure planThe news website Axios has obtained and published a draft copy of the White House infrastructure plan. It’s unclear when the draft, which is embedded in its entirety in the Axios article, was written. It doesn’t mention a gas tax increase, and it provides less leverage for infrastructure spending. White House officials have previously spoken about […]January 23, 2018RoadbuildingNashville mayor disputes TV station’s investigative report on transit plan costsNashville Mayor Megan Barry’s proposed transit plan could cost nearly twice as much as the public had initially been told, WSMV-TV reports. But following the television report, the mayor’s office was quick to dismiss that contention in a response provided to Equipment World. The estimated cost could be nearly $9 billion, according to the station’s […]January 22, 2018RoadbuildingU.S. Chamber calls for 25-cent gas tax, among other measures to aid infrastructureThe U.S. Chamber of Commerce is calling for a 25-cent gas tax to help pay for the nation’s roads, bridges and transit. But the Chamber’s vision for an infrastructure package goes well beyond the gas tax. On Thursday, Chamber President and CEO Thomas J. Donohue pledged that the Chamber will push for an entire toolkit […]January 19, 2018DealersCarter Machinery now the authorized GOMACO distributor for VirginiaCarter Machinery Company, Inc., is now the authorized GOMACO distributor for the state of Virginia. The multi-branch dealership will provide sales and service for GOMACO’s full line of concrete construction products. Carter Machinery and GOMACO share the same corporate values, according to Kent Godbersen, vice president of Worldwide Sales and Marketing for GOMACO Corporation. “They […]January 18, 2018DealersNational Equipment Dealers buys three independent dealerships, moves into new HQ in S.C.National Equipment Dealers (NED) has acquired Four Seasons Equipment, May Heavy Equipment and Earthmovers Equipment, as well as some assets of International Iron. NED calls this a “truly exceptional opportunity” to expand in the nation’s three fastest-growing economic areas: Houston and Dallas, Texas Orlando, Florida Raleigh, Lexington, Charlotte, Columbia, Greenville-Spartanburg and Charleston in the Carolinas. The […]January 17, 2018DealersHyundai CE Americas promotes two managers to VP rolesHyundai Construction Equipment Americas has promoted two managers to  vice president roles. Stan Park is now vice president of distribution and marketing. Park will lead teams in charge of building and supporting Hyundai’s growing dealer network and marketing. Tom Owen has been appointed vice president of national construction equipment sales. He will lead the team […]January 17, 2018DealersPositioning for more growth, National Trench Safety restructures with key promotions and a new hireNational Trench Safety (NTS) has announced three promotions as well as the hiring of an industry veteran as the Houston-based company restructures. NTS specializes in the rental and sales of trench and traffic safety equipment, trench and traffic safety engineering, and OSHA-compliant training classes. “These are important moves for NTS as we position the company […]January 16, 2018RoadbuildingNeb. DOT: state program will help fund repairs or replacements of 66 bridgesThe Nebraska Department of Transportation (NDOT) has selected 22 proposals from 68 submitted in December for the second round of the County Bridge Match Program (CBMP). The CBMP provides funding to counties for the innovative replacement and repair of deficient county bridges. Selected proposals include 66 bridges in 35 counties at a total construction cost of $8.5 million, the agency […]January 16, 2018Previous PagePage 50 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.
