Machine Matters

Backhoe Loaders

Backhoes Hangin’ Tough for 70 Years: Buyer’s Guide 2025

Here's a rundown of the most popular models, as well as the latest from Case, Caterpillar, JCB, John Deere, Kubota, New Holland and Sany.

June 18, 2025

The book “Wain-Roy and the Invention of the Backhoe” says the first hydraulic backhoe was sold in 1948 by the Wain-Roy Corporation of Massachusetts. It consisted of a hydraulic swing-frame digger mounted to a Ford Model 8N tractor. It was sold to the Connecticut Light and Power Company for $705.

Graders/Scrapers

Motor Graders, You’ve Come a Long Way in 100 Years! – Buyer’s Guide 2025

Here's a rundown of the most popular models, as well as the latest from Case, Cat, John Deere, Komatsu, LeeBoy and Sany.

May 21, 2025

In 1920, the Russell Grader Co. introduced the first self-propelled motor grader. The company's first 'Motor Patrol' built on a Caterpillar track-type tractor came out in 1926 (left), and two years later Caterpillar bought Russell and began producing the industry's first motor grader built as one dedicated machine. Nearly 100 years later, the Cat 140 (right) was the top-selling motor grader in the U.S. in 2024 for new financed equipment, according to EDA.

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February 19, 2025

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Skid Steer Loaders

What’s New for Skid Steers? Buyer’s Guide 2025

Here's the latest in skid steers from Bobcat, Case, Caterpillar, Deere, JCB, Kubota, New Holland.

March 19, 2025

john deere 330 PTier skid steer with grader attacment

Compact Excavators

What’s New for Compact Excavators? Buyer’s Guide 2025

The latest from Bobcat, Case, Caterpillar, Deere, Develon, Hitachi, JCB, Kato, Kubota, Mecalac, New Holland, Takeuchi, Volvo, Yanmar

February 20, 2025

bobcat e35 excavator digging trench

Off-Road Trucks

What’s New for Articulated Dump Trucks? Buyer's Guide 2025

Here’s the latest in ADTs from Bell, Caterpillar, Develon, Hyundai, John Deere, Liebherr, Rokbak and Volvo.

January 22, 2025

front of cat 745 articulated dump truck running through mud puddle

Compact Wheel Loaders

The Compact Wheel Loader: A Sweet Spot Between Skid Steers & Big Loaders

A look at what's new with these popular little loaders from Case, Cat, Deere, Kubota, Manitou, Mecalac, New Holland, Takeuchi, Volvo, Yanmar.

December 11, 2024

John Deere 326 P-Tier compact wheel loader with full bucket

Compact Utility Loaders

The Latest in Stand-on Mini Loaders (or Whatever You Call Them) for 2024

These tiny toolcarriers have many names – and many purposes – for tackling smaller jobs and saving workers' backs.

November 13, 2024

man in red shirt operating wacker neuson SM100 mini track loader carrying logs

When It's Time to Do Some Real Dirt Moving – The Latest in Dozers for 2024

Features such as electrohydraulic controls, 2D and 3D machine control and designs to make operation easier are becoming more prevalent.

October 9, 2024

CASE 850M Dozer pushing dirt

Excavator Buyers’ Guide 2024: The Latest Trends and Newest Models

What you should know before you buy and what's new from Bobcat, Case, Develon, Hyundai, JCB, John Deere, KOBELCO, Link-Belt, Takeuchi, Volvo.

September 11, 2024

john Deere 350 P-Tier Excavator digging at dusk

Compact Track Loaders

“There’s Something for Everyone” – Compact Track Loaders Continue to Evolve

The latest CTLs from Bobcat, Case, Cat, Develon, Hyundai, JCB, John Deere, Kioti, Kubota, New Holland and Takeuchi.

July 10, 2024

bobcat t86 CTL planing road

Backhoe Loaders

Backhoe Pros & Cons – Technology Catches Up to the Jobsite Workhorse

We examine the backhoe's strengths and weaknesses, latest tech and models from Cat, Case, Deere, JCB, Kubota, New Holland.

June 25, 2024

JCB 4CX backhoe digging with excavator end stabilizers extended

Graders/Scrapers

Motor Graders Getting Easier to Operate, More Versatile

See the latest from Caterpillar, John Deere and Komatsu and what contractors should look for when shopping.

May 14, 2024

Cat 150 motor grader scraping snow on road at night

Compact equipment

What's a Small Articulated Loader and Why are They So Popular?

Move over skid steers and compact track loaders, a new player is gaining market share. The pros and cons of SALs and what's on the market.

April 3, 2024

Wacker Neuson WL38 small articulated loader dumping dirt in back of dumper

Skid Steer Loaders

The Ever-Stalwart Skid Steer – New Models Keep on Coming

The latest in skid steers from Bobcat, Caterpillar, Hyundai, JCB, John Deere, Kioti, Kubota and Wacker Neuson.

March 6, 2024

Kioti SL750 skid steer kicking up dust

Compact Utility Loaders

Stand-On Mini Loaders: Doing So Much More Than Loading

A rundown of the latest in compact utility loaders with buying tips from Bobcat, Case, Dixie Chopper, Kubota, Toro and Vermeer.

November 2, 2023

Case TL100 compact utility loader dumping dirt

The Latest in Dozers for 2023: New Models, Upgrades on the Way

Check out the newest models from Case, Cat, Deere, Develon, Dressta, Komatsu, Liebherr and Tigercat.

October 4, 2023

Develon DD130 dozer pushing dirt

Getting Easier for Operators: A Rundown of the Latest Wheel Loaders

The latest models from Case, Cat, Deere, Develon, Komatsu, Liebherr, LiuGong, Volvo, Hitachi, Wacker Neuson, Mecalac and Yanmar.

August 9, 2023

Cat 938 wheel loader approaching pipe with forks

Compact Track Loaders

Compact Track Loaders: A Rundown of the Latest Models

Here's what's on the market from ASV, Bobcat, Cat, Case, Deere, JCB, Kubota, New Holland, Manitou, Takeuchi, Wacker Neuson and Yanmar.

July 12, 2023

Yanmar TL100VS Compact track loader dumping dirt on pile

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Greg Linsmeyer bought the Struck Corporation a little over a year ago and has released an all-new lineup of mini dozers for 2025, with the largest series set for release later this year.

Struck Mini Dozers Make a Comeback with All-New Lineup

The new owner of the company, best-known for its do-it-yourself kits, has revamped and modernized the mini dozers with 3 new series.

Yanmar Tl80 Thumb

A Closer Look: Yanmar’s New Line of Compact Track Loaders

Corleo

Is this Horse-Like Robot the Future of Construction Site Transportation?

The Regent's Slide has kept a section of Highway 1 near Big Sur closed since February 2024. Conditions are so dangerous, Caltrans District 5 brought in Cat Command stations to operate dozers and an excavator from a trailer 1,000 feet from harm's way.

Watch Remote-Control Cat Dozers, Excavator Tackle Big Sur Landslide (Video)

Stop Wasting Time on Grade Checks

Stop Wasting Time on Grade Checks

Why excavator 3D machine control is right for you.

When it comes to your OTR (off-the-road) tires, nothing is more important than having proper tire inflation. This directly impacts the performance and longevity of your tires, which is linked to the overall productivity of your operation.