Becky Schultz

Becky Schultz is editor of Equipment Today, a sister publication to OEM Off-Highway.
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Volvo Trucks North America Reaches Contract Agreement with UAW
Volvo Trucks North America reaches 6-year contract agreement with UAW after several weeks of negotiations and restarting production lines on July 12.
July 15, 2021
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Four Reasons Why Steel Prices Are On the Rampage
Steel prices have risen sharply since Q4 2020. Gordian's data team shares four contributing factors behind the unprecedented price increases.
May 28, 2021
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Industry and Labor Urge Biden to Keep Steel Tariffs Amid Escalating Steel Prices
Seven of the leading groups representing the domestic steel industry and labor are urging President Biden to ensure steel tariffs are preserved, citing ongoing investment in domestic steel production.
May 20, 2021
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ASV Holdings Adds Two Skid Steers to MAX-Series Lineup
The 75-hp VS-75 vertical lift and RS-75 radial lift skid steers deliver greater performance capabilities, plus a new, next-generation cab with enhanced visibility and comfort.
May 3, 2021
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Volvo Adds Purpose-Built EC380E Straight Boom Excavator to Demolition Tool Lineup
The 38-ton EC380E Straight Boom excavator delivers 31% higher pin height and 6% more reach than the conventional configuration.
April 20, 2021
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John Deere Launches SmartGrade Grade Control for Excavators
The John Deere 210G LC and 350G LC Excavators are now available with the factory-installed and calibrated SmartGrade technology with 2D and 3D grade control options.
April 7, 2021
Shown is the first unit to roll off the production floor at the Spartanburg excavator manufacturing facility in 2016.
Kobelco Suspends U.S. Excavator Production
Kobelco will halt production at its South Carolina facility while awaiting its engine supplier’s emissions certification.
March 25, 2021
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Global Off-Highway Equipment Market to Grow 6.5% in 2021
The COVID-19 pandemic cut 2020 global off-highway equipment growth to 2.6% but a recovery to 6.5% is projected for 2021.
February 25, 2021
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Skid-Steer Loader Market Forecast to Grow 3% Globally Through 2031
The global skid-steer market is projected to grow 3% in 2021 and maintain this pace through 2031, with the construction industry representing roughly half of market demand.
February 2, 2021
Volvo's first electric compact equipment, the ECR25 and L25.
Volvo Group Creates Business Area to Accelerate Electrification, Extend Battery Life Cycle
Newly created Volvo Energy business area will strengthen the company’s battery and charging infrastructure offerings, as well as provide solutions to give used batteries a second life.
January 28, 2021
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Hyundai Heavy Industries Selected to Acquire Stake in Doosan Infracore
Months after announcing plans to sell a controlling stake in its operations, Doosan Infracore has selected Hyundai Heavy Industries as the preferred bidder.
December 14, 2020
Case's new fully-electric backhoe is already being utilized by two utilities in the U.S.
Case Looks to Redefine its Construction Equipment
Within recent years the equipment manufacturer has developed several new machine types, including those with alternative power sources.
April 1, 2020
Komatsu is deploying 41 new model Komatsu 930E-5 ultra-class haul trucks, made autonomous ready.
Will Machine Automation Ever Take Off in Construction?
Machine automation expert believes the urge to automate functions in construction equipment is fundamentally about “supercharging” people.
November 25, 2019
U.S. Economic Growth Outlook Stumbles with No Trade War Solution in Sight
Latest volleys in the U.S.-China trade war are projected to raise consumer prices and slow U.S. GDP growth, negatively impacting all industry sectors.
August 30, 2019
Rajiv Poddar, joint managing director, BKT, discusses the evolution of the Earthmax OTR tire range.
BKT Looks to Technology, New Materials to Achieve 10% Global OTR Market Share Goals
The multinational tire company is looking to not only expand its product offerings, but explore new technologies and materials to deliver unique solutions to OTR tire customers.
June 15, 2018
New Design Builds Mobility
Gooseneck setup enhances pan scraper performance, maneuverability.
July 16, 2014