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Roadbuilding
California Moves Forward on $3.5 Billion High-Speed Rail Track Installation
Work on installing 119 miles of high-speed electric rail is set to begin this year after a joint venture wins the new contract.
June 10, 2026
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Roadbuilding
New SmartCone, Samsung RoadDefender Warns Workers' Watches of Incoming Vehicles
The system uses radar and AI to identify approaching vehicles and send alerts to road workers' smart watches so they have more time to react.
June 4, 2026
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Roadbuilding
Where Rubber Meets the … Rubber? Ann Arbor Roads Paved with Recycled Tires
The rubberized asphalt mixture is expected to extend road life by 30%, as well as reduce road noise and improve traction and fuel economy.
June 3, 2026
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Compact equipment attachments
Steelwrist Intros New SQ40 Automatic Quick Coupler for Mini Excavators
Operators can quickly change attachments without leaving the cab, including all hydraulic and electrical connections.
June 2, 2026
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Battery electric
Volvo CE, Hitachi to Develop “Zero Emission” Electric Construction Sites
The deal combines Volvo’s expertise in electric construction equipment with Hitachi Energy’s power systems, energy management and system integration.
June 1, 2026
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Technology
Self-Driving Cat, Komatsu Dump Trucks Haul 2M Tons at Heidelberg Quarry
After the successful trial of the "first autonomous mixed-fleet quarry," Heidelberg and Pronto plan to roll out 100 autonomous dump trucks by 2028.
May 29, 2026
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Compactors
Caterpillar Debuts New Collision Prevention Technology for Asphalt Compactors
The system warns operators of objects and people and automatically stops the roller without damaging fresh asphalt.
May 29, 2026
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Cranes
Zoomlion Unveils World’s Tallest Tower Crane for Wind Turbine Construction
The new LW3600-240NB has a maximum lift height of 791 feet and a lift capacity of 529,000 pounds.
May 27, 2026
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Technology
Volvo Adds Fuel Efficiency, Auto Quick Coupler, Bird’s Eye to Wheel Loaders
Technology for its largest wheel loaders is coming down to midsize models, and its larger loaders are getting new features as well.
May 27, 2026
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Battery electric
Volvo Upgrades L120 Electric, the Largest Electric Wheel Loader in North America
The 22-metric-ton battery-powered loader gets advanced regenerative braking, improved traction and proves itself in harsh cold.
May 22, 2026
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Aerial/Lifting Equipment
Tadano Adds In-Cab AI Voice Assistance to “heyTadano” App
Crane operators can ask the app questions and get answers for things like operating instructions, technical issues and troubleshooting.
May 21, 2026
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Alternative power
JCB Pursues World Speed Record With Its New Hydrogen Engines in 32-Foot Car
The 32-foot-long JCB Hydromax is being prepared to travel over 350 mph with the manufacturer’s new hydrogen internal combustion engines.
May 19, 2026
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Driver/operator coaching/training
Train Anywhere: John Deere Debuts Extended Reality Training System
From dozer controls to excavator trenching, Deere’s new extended-reality platform gives operators and dealers immersive machine training on a portable headset.
May 18, 2026
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Compact Utility Loaders
Ecovolve EL500 Mini Loader Brings Electric Muscle to Tight Jobsites
The 32-inch-wide electric mini loader packs a 1,110-pound lift capacity, full-shift runtime and zero emissions for indoor demolition and construction.
May 13, 2026
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Technology
New Hexagon, RodRadar Tech Stops Excavator Bucket Before Striking Utilities
The new AI-integrated system detects buried lines in real time and automatically stops the bucket before contact.
May 11, 2026
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Autonomous
Video: Operator Teaches Hitachi ZX135US-7 Excavator to Dig on its Own
With a few inputs from the operator, the excavator takes over with Gravis’ new Copilot system to autonomously dig a trench.
May 8, 2026
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Telematics
Hitachi Unveils New Landcros Connect Fleet Management Features
New attachment monitoring and tracking and machine data-sharing features give contractors and rental companies enhanced fleet data.
May 6, 2026
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Autonomous
Iron Insider: How Bluelight's $50K Autonomy Kit Can Boost Productivity Up to 14%
No operators? No problem. Turn rollers and haul trucks autonomous to boost production and improve safety — no new equipment needed.
May 5, 2026
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