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FPT NEF Engine Powering New Holland Methane Concept Tractor

FPT's NEF NG engine is being used to power the New Holland methane concept tractor, offering diesel-like performance and an 80% reduction in emissions.

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Michelin Exhibits Future of Agricultural Tires at Farm Progress Show 2017

Michelin North America

Among the new tires Michelin exhibited were the AgriBIBI2, designed to be an affordable premium tire, and the Michelin RoadBIB for 200+ hp tractors.

LifeBIB tire

FPT Displays Engines for Case IH Lineup at Farm Progress Show 2017

Four different FPT engines were exhibited at Farm Progress featuring the company's SCR-only aftertreatment system.

Cursor 16 engine

BKT Develops Tires Specially Designed for the Forestry Sector

BKT has developed four tire lines designed specially to meet the harsh operating conditions of forestry applications.

BKT's Forestech tire features a sturdy bead and reinforced shoulder area for high puncture resistance.

TRL Partnering with Ricardo, DAF to Test Platooning in the UK

TRL and its project partners will collect information and independently evaluate heavy vehicle platooning under real-world operational conditions, with trials tailored to the unique requirements of UK roads.

Minister Visit

Topcon Opening Third Training Center in Japan

Topcon Positioning Systems

Topcon has opened a new training center in Japan to support efforts by the coutnry to promote i-Construction - the use of 3D data for all construction work to improve productivity.

Kitakyushu Training Center

Trelleborg Exhibiting Variable Inflation Pressure System at Farm Progress Show 2017

Trelleborg Wheel Systems America Inc.

Trelleborg's VIP system is a smart and autonomous complete wheel capable of self-adjusting the pressure of a combine harvester’s tire during operation according to its precise load.

Vip Fps 2017

PACCAR Introduces 12-Speed Automated Transmission

PACCAR's new automated transmission is designed to complement the performance of its MX engines and axles.

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Gomselmash Testing World's First CNG Powered Combine Harvester

Belarus-based Gomselmash has begun testing of a combine harvester equipped with a gas engine capable of being fueled by CNG to provide an economical and environmentally friendly option for farmers.

Gomselmash Cng Combine

Siemens Building eHighway in Germany

Siemens Industry Inc.

Siemens E Highway

Atlas Copco Announces Management Team of Epiroc

Atlas Copco has named five of the management team members for Epiroc, the company that will be dividend out.

Epiroc Management Team

Energy Department Announces $13.4 Million Investment in Community-Based Advanced Transportation Projects

The United States Department of Energy (DOE)

The DOE is supporting five cost-shared projects focused on energy efficient mobility systems including connected and autonomous vehicles and alternative fuel vehicles and infrastructure.

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