For Construction Pros

2013 Heavy Truck Guide

Class 7 and 8 vocational trucks are the workhorses on the jobsite, hauling materials and equipment across a variety of terrain. Here are basic spec charts to help you identify the trucks most applicable to your tasks, plus a few of the available options.

Document • November 27th, 2012

What's Driving the Light Truck Market?

New technologies and alternative fuel capabilities are emphasized for 2013 pickup trucks

Article • November 19th, 2012

How to Select Snow Removal Equipment

Select the right equipment and attachments for the areas you plan to plow

Article • November 16th, 2012

Caterpillar's New Hydraulic Hybrid Excavator is 50%-Efficiency 'Next Generation'

Built with mostly common hydraulic components, Cat says buyers will earn back the hybrid's price premium in 2,000 hours of operation

News • October 16th, 2012

Skid-steer Options Boost Output and ROI

Options for skid-steer loaders may add cost but can deliver quick payback via enhanced versatility and performance.

Article • October 15th, 2012

How to Match Mulching Attachments to Your Skid Steer

Pairing up hydraulic horsepower (not just flow), loader lift capacity, and safety features ensures mobile mulching performance and profit

Article • October 15th, 2012

Navistar to Drop Maxxforce 15, Schedules 2013 Transition to SCR

Big-bore buyers can get a Prostar with Cummins ISX 15 in January, expect first Internationals with selective catalytic reduction and DEF tanks in April

News • October 6th, 2012

Take Advantage of Truck Technology

Fleet managers need to re-think every aspect of how they design, maintain and manage their fleets

Article • October 2nd, 2012

Balloon vs. Light Tower: When Diffused Light is Better

Should you join the growing ranks of balloon light users, even though light coverage area may be less and setup time greater than traditional light towers?

Article • September 21st, 2012