Matt Cole (CCJ)Matt Cole is the News Editor for CCJ and Overdrive. Reach him at [email protected].Trucks"Poor Man's Peterbilt" – Former Equipment Operator Restores Rare GMC GeneralHe bought the truck mostly for its V8 Detroit engine and has since built it into a chromed-out showpiece called "Black Widow."August 25, 2025Page 1 of 1Top StoriesCompact ExcavatorsDeere Redesigns 17 & 26 P-Tier Mini Excavators with More Power, VersatilityWith faster cycle times, increased breakout force and improved attachment compatibility, the new 1.7-ton 17 P-Tier and 2.7-ton 26 P-Tier are built to boost productivity on tight jobsites.Compact ExcavatorsBobcat Unveils 2 New Mini Excavators with Zero Tailswing, Retractable Track WidthBackhoe LoadersCat Launches Next-Gen Models of its Largest Backhoes, the 440 & 450Compact equipmentCloser Look: Manitou's New Bigger, Stronger, Smarter Skid Steers, CTLsMaintenanceCat Releases New 1,200-HP Diesel Engine with Increased Durability, Power Density
