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Case CE intros updated 621F, 721F wheel loaders
Case has introduced updates to its 621F and 721F wheel loaders headlined by an upgrade to a Tier 4 Final engine. Available in both tool carrier (XT) and extended reach (XR) models, the machines are powered by a Tier 4 Final, 6.7-liter engine delivering 162 horsepower on the 621F and 179 hp on the 721F. […]
May 21, 2015
Business
Confidence in heavy equipment financing market drops
Confidence in the equipment finance market declined slightly from April to May, according to the Equipment Leasing and Finance Foundation’s Monthly Confidence Index. The foundation, a non-profit that conducts research on the equipment leasing and finance industry reported a 67.5 index, which is slightly lower than the April index of 70.7. The index is determined […]
May 21, 2015
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Construction Equipment
John Deere overhauls, expands tractor scraper systems lineup as use grows in highway, residential (PHOTOS)
John Deere has made the most extensive changes to its scraper system since 2008, says Scott Bayless, scraper product consultant. “It’s the broadest lineup we’ve had since we started building scraper special tractors,” he says, “and we’re the only manufacturer that builds the entire system,” meaning both the tractors and the pull-behind scrapers. As before, […]
May 20, 2015
Construction Equipment
Caterpillar intros 336F L XE hybrid excavator: smart pumps, boom work faster, burn less fuel (PHOTOS)
Now we know. In 2012 when Caterpillar first unveiled it’s 336EH hybrid excavator, the company spokespeople offered only vague notions about how and when they might deploy this new technology on other excavators. But at a press event last week in Tinaja Hills, Arizona, Cat showed us not only it’s newest hybrid machine the 336F […]
May 19, 2015
Construction Equipment
Alabama RB Derrick Henry pushes F-150s, flips giant truck tires to train for upcoming college football season
The don’t call him ‘El Tractorcito’ for nothing. Despite his intimidating 6-foot-3, 242-pound frame, University of Alabama running back Derrick Henry didn’t get his nickname for his size. He got it for the way he pushes through the line of scrimmage on the football field, his legs always churning. And now we have a much better idea […]
May 19, 2015
Dealers
Ditch Witch launches redesigned website with HDD configurator, dedicated dealer pages
Ditch Witch has launched as completely redesigned website which brings a new customer account portal and faster access to local dealer information. The new ditchwitch.com features a responsive design making it capable of adapting to all screen sizes, including desktop, tablet and mobile. Through the site’s new HDD Advisor feature, customers can build the right tooling […]
May 19, 2015
Construction Equipment
John Deere details development of the 1050K, its largest dozer yet, in walkaround (PHOTOS)
After debuting its 1050K dozer earlier this year, John Deere recently gave editors a detailed walkaround of its largest, most powerful dozer. RELATED >> Software on John Deere, all other heavy equipment only “destroys” an antiquated idea of ownership “We needed to prove to customers the 1050K could move more material than what they’re used to […]
May 18, 2015
Construction Equipment
New Holland intros E55BX compact excavator featuring reduced noise, 3 fuel modes
New Holland has launched its latest compact excavator, a model big on fuel savings but small on footprint and noise. The new E55BX is built on a short radius platform and has only minimal tail swing overhang, making it a perfect fit for work on tight jobsites or up against buildings and other obstructions. Boosting […]
May 18, 2015
Business
Kubota to relocate U.S. headquarters to Texas
In a joint statement with Texas Gov. Greg Abbott, Kubota Tractor has announced it will relocate its U.S. headquarters from Torrence, California, to Grapevine, Texas, a city located near Fort Worth. RELATED >> Kubota reveals specs on new SSV65 and SSV75, company’s first skid steer loaders (PHOTOS) Kubota President and CEO Masato Yoshikawa said the decision to relocate […]
May 18, 2015
Construction Equipment
GM recalls nearly 50,000 Chevrolet Colorados, GMC Canyon pickups due to seat defect
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued a defect notification recall that affects 49,980 Chevy Colorados and GMC Canyons. The recalled trucks were manufactured between January 6, 2014, and April 1, 2015. Recall notice 15V267 says the hooks that secure the driver’s and/or front passenger’s seat frame may not have been properly attached to the vehicle body during […]
May 18, 2015
Construction Equipment
Caterpillar unveils the CT680, a rugged work truck wrapped in style (PHOTOS)
The new Cat CT680 looks considerably different from previous versions of the company’s vocational trucks and that’s no accident. The bling, the styling; customers were asking for it, says Dave Schmitz, vocational truck product manager. A lot of owner-operators and fleets think a truck’s looks should reflect pride of ownership and reinforce a company’s brand, […]
May 15, 2015
Construction Equipment
Chevrolet launches CNG-powered Silverado 3500HD chassis cab
Chevrolet has announced that its chassis cab Silverado 3500HD will be its latest one-ton pickup to gain bi-fuel capability. Customers will be able to outfit the chassis cab 3500HD with the capability of powering the truck with compressed natural gas or gasoline. The truck joins Chevy’s regular cab 2500HD and 3500HD in that capability. RELATED >> REVIEW: […]
May 15, 2015
Technology
Caterpillar will pay back $1 for each gallon of fuel you burn beyond its benchmarks
This week Caterpillar unveiled a new fuel guarantee initiative that will give participating contractors $1 back for every gallon of diesel their newly acquired machines burn above the benchmarked rates established by the company. The Fuel Consumption Guarantee program will run between May 1 and December 31 this year. Contractors who buy an eligible Cat […]
May 15, 2015
Construction Equipment
Why putting your keys in the freezer is the only way to thwart certain vehicle thieves
Thieves are always trying to stay one step ahead of honest folks. The latest wrinkle involves break-in artists walking up to vehicles with keyless entry and unlocking them as if they had the owner’s key fob. Nick Bilton at the New York Times, has had his car broken into this way multiple times recently as have some of his Los Angeles neighbors. Bilton […]
May 15, 2015
Construction Equipment
How to survive an earthquake while driving a big rig
When your peaceful drive gets interrupted by severe vibrations or worse, you could be driving through an earthquake. Especially, if you are in one of these top 10 most earthquake prone states. Truckers who’ve driven in one say at first it feels like something’s wrong with your truck. Once it’s over—well, it might not be really over. […]
May 15, 2015
Construction Equipment
Kobelco claims best-in-class dig depths with launch of SK25, SK17 compact excavators
Combining a zero-tail-swing radius and best-in-class digging depths, Kobelco has launched its newest compact excavators in the SK25 and SK17. While designed for tight working spaces with short 5-foot, 5-inch and 4-foot, 6-inch front minimum swing radii respectively, the SK25 and SK17 combine that maneuverability with long reaches. The company says both machines have been […]
May 14, 2015
Construction Equipment
Ford recalls limited run of 2015 F-150s for steering defect
Ford Motor Company says it will recall for approximately 12,300 2015-model Ford F-150 vehicles in North America for an upper I-shaft that might have been riveted improperly, which could cause it to separate. As a result of separation, the vehicle could lose steering control without warning, increasing the risk of a crash. Ford says it is not aware of […]
May 14, 2015
Technology
Software on John Deere, all other heavy equipment only “destroys” an antiquated idea of ownership
A recent blog from WIRED criticizing the impenetrable software programs that run John Deere’s ag tractors has created quite a stir in the equipment community. In a nutshell, the the author Kyle Wiens reports farmers are hopping mad that there are so many sensors and computers running these machines that you need the dealer to diagnose […]
May 13, 2015
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