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Bobcat will showcase loaders, attachments and demo challenges at The Utility Expo 2025 in Louisville, Kentucky.

Fleetio’s John Deere integration helps construction fleets reduce downtime with real-time equipment health data and automated maintenance tools.

Construction OEMs such as Caterpillar and GE Aerospace expand U.S. manufacturing as tariffs reshape the heavy equipment market.

Bobcat teams with The Salvation Army for disaster relief, donating equipment to strengthen emergency response efforts.

Kubota awards $25K cash and $25K equipment to 10 nonprofits through its Hometown Proud grant program, supporting projects nationwide.

Manitou introduces five new skid steers and CTLs with higher capacity, breakout force and new operator-focused design.

United Rentals introduces Smart Suggestions and AR tools to streamline equipment rentals and improve jobsite efficiency.

Bobcat adds six tank-mounted air compressors for industrial use, debuting the new lineup at FabTech 2025 in Chicago.

Mack launches Allison monitoring in GuardDog Connect, now standard across all powertrains after a 100% satisfaction pilot.

The AXIONLIFT AT40 aerial lift offers 45-foot height, 28.5-foot side reach and safety options for contractors.