Smith System, a global leader in driver risk management solutions, has launched the Trainer Center, a new digital platform designed to modernize and expand how fleets operate, scale and sustain the Smith System Certified Trainer Program. The platform directly responds to what the market has been asking for: a way to run trainer-led safety programs with greater consistency, visibility and proof of…
At CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2026 in Las Vegas, PALFINGER will bring together its full North American equipment portfolio, along with service and support solutions designed to meet real jobsite demands for construction and fleet operations. Visitors will see how connected diagnostics, training, spare parts and financing work with the company’s lifting solutions to support productivity throughout the equipm…
Felling Trailers has announced the next generation of the I Series: the Drop Deck I (DDI) Series. This redesign enhances structural performance and expands capabilities for contractors, landscapers and equipment operators in North America.
At the core of the DDI redesign is Felling’s investment in state-of-the-art beam-bending equipment. Combined with an optimized hitch bend point, the new press…
John Deere has ushered in a bold new era of earthmoving with the debut of its New Generation P‑Tier Midsize Excavators. Redesigned, developed and tested in‑house, this distinguished lineup – launching with the 210, 230 and 260 P‑Tier models in the 20‑metric‑ton class – goes all in to deliver the most advanced John Deere excavators yet.
During the development and design process, each new excavator…
Darda North America brings the power and performance of their attachments for compact carriers – such as mini excavators, telehandlers and skid steers – to the U.S. and Canada.
The North American market now has access to the company’s lineup of bolt cutters, concrete crushers, rock splitters, steel shears and tank cutters, which are suitable for a range of applications, including interior demolit…
Durabilt Durbin has introduced the all-new DuraTorQ (DTQ) Series, a patent-pending torque drive load binder engineered to redefine efficiency in load securement. Designed for drill activation, the DTQ-12 is compatible with 1/2-inch to 3/8-inch chain, while the DTQ-38 is compatible with 3/8-inch to 5/16-inch chain, delivering fast, controlled tensioning with significantly reduced physical strain…
Xos Inc., a leader in electric commercial vehicles and mobile charging solutions, recently unveiled three new capacity configurations for the Xos Hub mobile energy storage system. This expanded lineup builds on the proven reliability of the Hub platform, making rapid-deployment charging infrastructure accessible to fleets of all sizes and duty cycles.
The expanded lineup brings new levels of powe…
Stahl Truck Equipment Co., a Berkshire Hathaway/Marmon Holdings company, recently launched the all-new Challenger Pro, a next-generation evolution of its trusted Challenger work truck body line. It will be debuted in March at NTEA’s Work Truck Week 2026 in Indianapolis.
The Challenger Pro marks a bold advancement of Stahl’s legacy that builds on the outstanding performance of the CST truck body s…
DICA is expanding its product portfolio with the introduction of its own line of ground protection and site access mats. The new Ranger HD, Defender and Titan mats provide contractors with high-performance, cost-effective access options for a variety of jobsites. DICA will debut the company’s light-, medium- and heavy-duty mats in March at CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2026 in Las Vegas.
Ranger HD is a 4-foot-…
Cox Automotive has launched its new fleet brand – Cox Fleet – marking a significant milestone in the company’s long-term commitment to the trucking and fleet industry. More than a name change, Cox Fleet is designed to set a higher standard for uptime, aiming to keep vehicles moving, businesses running and supply chains on track.
The launch of the new brand builds on Cox Automotive’s 2025 announce…
ARI-hetra, a leading U.S. manufacturer of heavy-duty vehicle maintenance equipment, will make its first appearance at the 2026 NADA Show in Las Vegas next month, bringing proven heavy-duty shop solutions to automotive dealers and service operations.
Headlining the company’s exhibit is the 36,000-pound-capacity Battery-Powered Wireless Mobile Column Lift System, built for demanding shop environmen…
Heliox, A Siemens Business, has announced the Heliox 44-kW V2G charger, a next-generation, all-in-one DC fast-charging system engineered to meet the evolving needs of today’s electric vehicle fleets. Purpose-built for versatility and future-readiness, the charger delivers intelligent vehicle-to-grid functionality, empowering fleet operators to maximize return on investment while supporting energy…
Kenworth recently announced the launch of its first conventional medium-duty battery-electric trucks: the T280E, T380E and T480E. These new Class 6-8 models extend Kenworth’s commitment to providing fleets with versatile, zero-emission solutions designed for a wide variety of applications, including pickup and delivery, utility, regional haul and vocational.
The company’s all-new medium-duty BEVs…
RealTruck has introduced the FRC-4000, the industry’s first EZ-OFF full-bed-access retractable tonneau cover. Combating space-eating canister designs, the FRC-4000 delivers a secure, easy-to-use retractable truck bed cover that offers comprehensive bed access at a moment’s notice.
The FRC-4000’s patented EZ-OFF lift handles enable quick and effortless removal when you need to make room in the tru…
Thunder Creek Equipment has launched three all-new fuel and lube skids that bring the company’s lineup of no-HAZMAT mobile fleet management solutions to flatbed trucks, utility trailers and more. The three skids are based on the three current platforms available in trailer form and as truck upfits: the Multi Tank Oil Skid, the Service & Lube Skid and the Multi-Tank Diesel Skid.
Each skid achi…
BRADEN has introduced the TR25 and TR35 hydraulic planetary winches, expanding the trusted TR Series with two new models engineered for the demanding needs of trailer manufacturers, towing and recovery fleets, utility operations and more.
Built around BRADEN’s proven planetary gear technology, the TR Series delivers the fast line speeds, high efficiency and continuous-duty performance required fo…
Efforts to improve aerial work platform safety have fueled multiple recent technological innovations now available for use by utility organizations.
Among the critical features found in modern bucket trucks are collision-mitigation systems and reverse sensors and camera systems, according to Chris Shallenberg, national sales manager for PALFINGER North America (www.palfinger.com).
“These features…
Electric utility crews face many risks when working near traffic. Due to the numerous variables that they assess and manage, crews must understand how the job, location, equipment and people will interact on the worksite to achieve optimal safety and efficiency.
The Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD), produced by the Federal Highway Administration and available at https://mutcd.fhw…
Matt Gilliland didn’t plan on a career in fleet management. Growing up on a Nebraska farm and later working in his father’s repair shop, he developed mechanical skills that would prove invaluable in fleet. But his initial path led elsewhere, from political science studies to social services work.
Then came December 2006. Gilliland was at Kearney Tire & Auto Service, a preferred provider for N…
Two years ago at NTEA’s Work Truck Week, electric vehicles dominated the conversation. Every OEM touted its electrification solutions. The message was clear: the future is all-electric, and it’s happening now.
Fast-forward to today and the picture looks different.
“It’s clear the EV market is not where it was just two years ago,” said Jeremy Dewey, manager of energy and fuel for Holman (www.holma…
