Innovation in Skid Steer design

A new kind of skid steer prototype with an extendable wheel base for better counterbalance with heavy loads or an extended boom arm.

Aug 9, 2017

Extend Manufacturing LLC has created the first-of-its-kind extendable wheel base skid steer. Referred to as a "utility loader," this proof of principle vehicle is ready for an OEM partner to get it to market.

From left to right: Lisa Farrell, Director, Connected and Intelligent Systems at Cummins Inc. and moderator of the session; Laura Gerstner, Director, Agriculture Product Quality at CNH; Steve Koeffler, Chief Validation Engineer for PACCAR; Catrina Mitchell, Vice President of International; and Pablo Velasco, Head of R&D Business Area User Experience at Continental México.

Providing Tools in the Toolbox to Solve Systematic Problems

October 17, 2025

From left to right: Mehdi Ahmadian, J. Bernard Jones Chair and Director, Virginia Tech, and moderator of the session; ; Thomas Tasky, Vice President of FEV.io; Zach Slaton, Assistant Chief Engineer – Electronics at PACCAR; Harry Husted, Chief Technology Officer at BorgWarner; Vardini Akkipeddi, Staff Electro-Mechanical Project Engineer at Allison Transmission; and Moiz Khan, Head of Engineering and AI Market Development at Mathworks at SAE Internationals' COMVEC 2025.

4 Ways to Close the Engineering Skills Gap

September 22, 2025

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WEBINAR: Steer‑by‑Wire: Designing Safe, Scalable Steering for Modern Machines

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Industries Weathering Policy Aftershocks, but Weak Fundamentals Likely Continuing Into 2026

September 18, 2025

Continuing Education

Providing Tools in the Toolbox to Solve Systematic Problems

SAE International

Industry experts detail how to leverage team communication, instill a people-centric approach and provide the right tools in the toolbox for teams to solve complex problems.

From left to right: Lisa Farrell, Director, Connected and Intelligent Systems at Cummins Inc. and moderator of the session; Laura Gerstner, Director, Agriculture Product Quality at CNH; Steve Koeffler, Chief Validation Engineer for PACCAR; Catrina Mitchell, Vice President of International; and Pablo Velasco, Head of R&D Business Area User Experience at Continental México.

Continuing Education

4 Ways to Close the Engineering Skills Gap

SAE International

Immediate challenges persist when hiring specialized talent in a field that requires specialized skills. Here's a breakdown of how that looks in the on- and off-highway OEM space.

From left to right: Mehdi Ahmadian, J. Bernard Jones Chair and Director, Virginia Tech, and moderator of the session; ; Thomas Tasky, Vice President of FEV.io; Zach Slaton, Assistant Chief Engineer – Electronics at PACCAR; Harry Husted, Chief Technology Officer at BorgWarner; Vardini Akkipeddi, Staff Electro-Mechanical Project Engineer at Allison Transmission; and Moiz Khan, Head of Engineering and AI Market Development at Mathworks at SAE Internationals' COMVEC 2025.

WEBINAR: Steer‑by‑Wire: Designing Safe, Scalable Steering for Modern Machines

Join us for practical, actionable guidance on selecting, designing and validating steer‑by‑wire architectures — covering market drivers, safety and regulatory requirements, software and controls, and component solutions.

Sponsored By: Parker Hannifin Corp.

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Industries Weathering Policy Aftershocks, but Weak Fundamentals Likely Continuing Into 2026

ESL Consultants

While many companies remain cautious due to lingering economic issues, optimism hovers for the second half of the year and into 2026 and 2027.

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5 Ways to Make the Most of Your Editorial Relationships

Connect with the editors of OEM Off-Highway to learn how to make the most of your editorial relationship.

Speakers: Kathy Wells, Editor-in-Chief, Equipment Today and OEM Off-Highway; Marina Mayer, Content Director, IRONMARKETS

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BorgWarner to Supply Turbochargers for Global OEM's Next-Generation Vehicles

BorgWarner Inc.

The company has secured contracts for compact and light commercial vehicles in Europe and a high-performance hybrid application in North America.

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FAE Remote-Controlled Tracked Carrier Now Supports Skid Steer Attachments

FAE’s RCU75 tracked carrier now supports a wide range of third-party skid steer attachments thanks to a new SAE universal plate, expanding its jobsite versatility and application range.

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Turntide Technologies Expands Gen 6 Inverter Range

The company's latest release is designed to provide high power density in a compact form factor for low-voltage electric mobility and industrial applications.

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The Oncoming Disruption to Off-Highway Machine Software

The convergence of software and decarbonization presents a once-in-a-generation opportunity to redefine how machines are designed, operated and maintained. Disruption is coming. The question is: Will we be ready?

Figure 1: A software engineer at Dintec developing code for off-highway machinery.

Purem by Eberspaecher Develops Exhaust Air System for Fuel Cell Applications

The company has introduced a new exhaust air system for hydrogen-based fuel cell systems designed to manage water byproduct and reduce noise emissions.

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FAE App Update Allows for Vehicle Repositioning Without Remote Control

The function is designed to reduce vehicle downtime by enabling movement without the need for external transport equipment.

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Equipment Market Outlook

OEM Off-Highway Equipment Outlook: Heightened Confusion and Uncertainty

ESL Consultants

Issues impacting investment-making decisions point to caution in construction, agriculture and mining equipment manufacturing.

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