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Aging Fleets, Rising Costs and AI Hesitation Shape 2026 Fleet Outlook

Fleetio’s 2026 Fleet Benchmark Report analyzes data from 1.2 million vehicles, outlining rising costs, aging assets, AI adoption trends and maintenance delays affecting fleet operations.

Bubble chart showing five barriers to on-time maintenance: Communication Gaps (31.5%), Technician Availability (27.4%), Unscheduled Service Volume (25.2%), Fleet Status Visibility (15.4%), and Vehicle Inspection Accuracy (16.4%)

Love’s Asphalt Turns A Weekend Project Into A Community Statement

Love's Asphalt Solutions

By donating time, labor, and expertise, Love’s Asphalt transformed a neglected school campus and earned the 2026 Good Neighbor Award.

Aerial view of school campus with multiple buildings, trees, and green spaces

Labor & Workforce Development

Women in Construction: Industry Leaders Share Progress, Challenges and the Road Ahead

Four women across the construction industry reflect on leadership, visibility, inclusion and the opportunities shaping the next generation of professionals.

Female construction worker in safety gear operating heavy machinery on job site

Project Management

OpenSpace Launches Field-First Task Management Tool With AI Integration

OpenSpace Field uses AI to create and manage jobsite tasks with Procore and Autodesk Construction Cloud integration.

Construction workers in safety vests and hard hats reviewing tablet near apartment buildings

Construction Safety Technology

Day 2 at ConExpo 2026: Daily News Report from the CAT Broadcast Studio

CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2026 is underway, and we’re bringing you the highlights straight from the CAT Broadcast Desk in North Hall on Day 2 of the show.

March 4th, 2026 News Desk Recap featuring CONEXPO-CON/AGG, Caterpillar, and ForConstructionPros.com logos

Business Services

Industry Outlook Forecasts 1% Construction Spending Growth in 2026

FMI Corporation

The 2026 industry outlook projects modest 1% growth in construction spending, with infrastructure and data centers leading gains.

Construction cranes silhouetted against golden sunset with 2026 numbers

Labor & Workforce Development

New Mental Health and Safety Program Targets Construction Workforce

Wellness Workdays

The Strong Minds, Safe Sites program is focused on mental health support, trauma services and psychological safety training for construction workers.

Construction worker sitting against brick wall wearing hard hat, appearing fatigued or stressed on job site

Financing, Insurance & Leasing

KPA Spins Off Software Division as Novara, Appoints New CEOs

KPA has separated its Flex and Risk Management Center software businesses into a new company, Novara, focused on safety and risk management software.

Upward view of modern glass skyscrapers against clear blue sky

Day 1 at ConExpo 2026: Daily News Report from the CAT Broadcast Studio

CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2026 is underway, and we’re bringing you the highlights straight from the CAT Broadcast Desk in North Hall.

March 3rd, 2026 News Desk Recap banner featuring CONEXPO-CON/AGG, CAT, and ForConstructionPros.com logos

Theft Prevention

Robotic ‘Guard Dogs’ and Drones Take Aim at Construction Site Theft

Asylon Robotics

Asylon’s DroneDog ground robot and Guardian drone system aim to reduce construction site theft through AI-enabled patrols and remote monitoring.

High-tech autonomous drone with white and yellow design in outdoor setting

FORCE: Building Leaders In The Pavement Industry

A new women-forward initiative focused on mentorship, connection, and leadership development in the asphalt and pavement industry.

Two smiling blonde women in professional business attire standing together

Putting People First, On Camera and On the Job

Libs Paving earned the 2026 Best Marketing Video Award by showcasing its people, culture and core values in an authentic brand film focused on pride, teamwork and quality.

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