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Takeuchi Makes Big Plans for U.S. Construction Equipment Market
On The Dirt, we learn of its plans to produce track loaders in the U.S., new compact excavators and what products are on the horizon.
December 15, 2023
Forget the Hype, Here’s the Reality of Electric Construction Equipment
A Volvo VP gives a thought-provoking, down-to-earth view of where things stand with battery-powered equipment and where it’s headed, on The Dirt.
December 8, 2023
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Unicontrol Offers Simple, Cost-Effective Machine Control for Small Contractors
The affordable system offers machine control for excavators, wheel loaders and skid steers - and even automatics for dozers starting in December.
November 24, 2023
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Chevron’s Delo Dropping Conventional Oils from Heavy-Duty Diesel Lineup
On this episode of The Dirt, we hear from a Chevron engineer who tells us why the shift and what it means for customers.
November 17, 2023
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Up Close with Hyundai’s New, Completely Redesigned HX Compact Excavators
Get all the details on the HX35AZ, HX40A and HX48AZ models, as well as plans for more new Hyundai compact excavators in 2024, on The Dirt.
November 10, 2023
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“A Very Smooth Ride” – Test Run of Deere’s 644 P-Tier Wheel Loader
To get a close-up look at the 644 P-Tier, watch it in action and hear an operator’s views, check out this episode of The Dirt.
November 3, 2023
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Why Did Doosan Change its Name to Develon?
On the Dirt, we get your questions answered about the name change, the company's new products and its relationship with Hyundai.
October 20, 2023
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Review: Deere’s New 350 P-Tier Excavator is in it for the Long Haul
A machine designed to go beyond the 15,000- to 20,000-hour mark, watch The Dirt to learn more about Bryan Furnace's test run.
October 13, 2023
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Rokbak Plans New Cabs and Models of Articulated Dump Trucks
On this episode of The Dirt, we hear what's new with Rokbak trucks and how they're different from the old Terex models.
October 6, 2023
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Why Equipment Owners Should Consider Low-Viscosity Oil
Fuel savings are among the benefits of lighter engine oil. A Chevron expert comes on The Dirt to tell what you need to know to make the switch.
September 29, 2023
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“A Super Huge Win” – Test Run of Cat’s 420 XE Backhoe
Bryan Furnace found some "awesome new features" in the seat of Cat's flagship backhoe. Watch The Dirt to see his review.
September 22, 2023
Compact equipment
What’s the Difference? – New Holland vs. Case Construction Equipment
The differences are more than you might think. New Holland's head of construction gives the details on The Dirt.
September 15, 2023
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Construction’s Silent Killer Pt.3: Ajax President Speaks Out to Prevent Suicide
Vince Hafeli, president of Ajax Paving, kept silent about his suicide attempt for 17 years. He now speaks out to change perceptions.
September 8, 2023
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Test Run: Cat’s 306 CR Compact Excavator is a “Fantastic Little Machine”
Operator Bryan Furnace gets some seat time in the mini excavator. Watch The Dirt for his review.
September 1, 2023
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A Closer Look at Kubota’s All-New SVL75-3 Compact Track Loader
Most everything has changed on the next generation of Kubota’s top-selling CTL. Watch The Dirt to get all the details.
August 18, 2023
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How EquipmentWatch Helps Contractors Make Better Equipment Decisions
Along with fair market value data, the service determines O&O costs and rental rates and provides serial number searches and specs, among other information.
August 11, 2023
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A Closer Look at World’s First Excavator Bucket to Detect Buried Utilities
On The Dirt, Rodradar's founder answers all your questions about the bucket equipped with ground penetrating radar.
August 4, 2023
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