AuctionTime Technology Blog Archive

    Komatsu Intelligent Machine Control 2.0 Now Available In D51i-24 & Midsize D61i-24 Crawler Dozers
    Posted On: January 12, 2021
    Komatsu’s iMC 2.0 technology is now available in the manufacturer’s small D51i-24 and midsize D61i-24 crawler dozers, both of which are available in EXi and PXi configurations. ...
    Volvo Trucks To Introduce Next Iteration Of Volvo Active Driver Assist For The VNR, VNL & VNX Lines
    Posted On: June 27, 2019
    The second generation of Volvo Active Driver Assist (VADA) will come standard on new VNR and VNL trucks and be available as an option for VNX models in the third quarter of 2019. ...
    Case IH Highlights Connectivity & Control In New AFS Connect Magnum Series Tractors
    Posted On: March 25, 2019
    Case IH’s newly announced AFS Connect Magnum Series tractors incorporate AFS (Advanced Farming Systems) precision technology with remote display viewing, remote support, and other capabilities. ...
    Case IH Unveils 2020 AFS Connect Magnum Series Tractors
    Posted On: February 26, 2019
    Case IH’s new AFS (Advanced Farming Systems) Connect Magnum Series Tractors for the 2020 model year come with new remote data-sharing connectivity, a completely redesigned cab, and other improvements. ...
    Volvo CE To Take Compact Models Electric By 2020
    Posted On: January 31, 2019
    By mid-2020, Volvo CE plans to launch electric versions of its smaller excavators and wheel loaders and stop further development in diesel power for those particular models, the company announced. ...
    Case IH Launches New Axial-Flow 50 Series Combines, Releases Special-Edition Model
    Posted On: August 13, 2018
    Case IH is expanding its 50 Series of Axial-Flow combines, including the 250 Series models set for release in 2019. ...
    John Deere Announces Several Tech & Performance Updates For 2019 9R Tractor Family
    Posted On: June 28, 2018
    Technology- and performance-related updates are on tap for John Deere’s 2019 9R, 9RT, and 9RX tractor models. ...
    Deere Enhances Its Excavators With Grade Guidance Technology
    Posted On: May 22, 2018
    Deere’s 210G LC is now available from the factory with grade guidance technology, which lets the excavator operator achieve a precise finished grade using the in-cab display. ...
    Volvo Unveils New Equipment At INTERMAT 2018
    Posted On: May 18, 2018
    Volvo CE recently demonstrated several new and redesigned machines, including excavators, wheel loaders, pavers, and compactors, at INTERMAT 2018 in Paris. ...
    CASE Preps M Series Dozers For Machine Control
    Posted On: April 10, 2018
    The company’s 1150M, 1650M, and 2050M now come factory equipped to accept control systems from all major suppliers. ...
    Komatsu Unveils The PC390LCi-11 Hydraulic Excavator
    Posted On: March 27, 2018
    Komatsu America Corp. recently launched the new PC390LCi-11 hydraulic excavator, a 3D semi-automatic excavator built to be as fast and nimble as Komatsu’s 36-ton machines but with added stability and size. ...
    Volvo Trucks Updates Its VNX Series With Performance, Comfort & Connectivity Features
    Posted On: March 26, 2018
    Volvo Trucks takes a well-rounded approach to its rugged, heavy-duty VNX series of trucks by not only going for maximum power and durability, but also making sure to cover comfort and safety. ...
    JLG Shows Off Its ES-Series & R-Series Lifts
    Posted On: February 23, 2018
    JLG Industries, a world-class manufacturer of aerial work platforms and telehandlers and a division of the Oshkosh Corporation, unveiled several of its new ES-Series and R-Series slab scissor lifts at the 62nd annual Rental Show. ...
    John Deere 9RX Series Of Track Tractors Win 2017 Good Design Award
    Posted On: February 1, 2018
    Ranging from 470- to 620-horsepower configurations, the series mark John Deere’s first four-track tractors and include the 9420RX Narrow, 9470RX Wide or Narrow, 9520RX Wide or Narrow, 9570RX Wide, 9620RX Wide, and 9570RX Scraper models. ...
    John Deere Rolls Out New G-Series Machines
    Posted On: January 31, 2018
    The John Deere Construction & Forestry division just launched its new G-Series mid-frame skid steers and a compact track loader engineered to offer more productivity in a smaller package. ...
    John Deere’s 344L Handles More Weight In Turns
    Posted On: January 30, 2018
    John Deere engineered the new 344L compact wheel loader with new loader arms and a coupler to provide better parallel lifting, resulting in a full-turn tip load of 12,650 pounds (5,738 kilograms). ...
    Mack Expands mDRIVE HD AMT Availability
    Posted On: January 29, 2018
    One specific component that’s important for vocational trucks more than any other type of vehicle is the power take off (PTO), which Mack Trucks is addressing specifically with its Mack mDRIVE HD automated manual transmission (AMT). ...
    Volvo Unveils New Road Compactors
    Posted On: January 26, 2018
    Volvo Construction Equipment, a well-regarded manufacturer of excavators, articulated haulers, wheel loaders, pavers, pipelayers, and more, plans to exhibit three new compactors at the World of Asphalt 2018 convention, to be held in Houston, Texas. ...
    Intelligent Boom Control Added To John Deere 1270G Harvester
    Posted On: January 18, 2018
    John Deere’s 1270G Harvester is known for its superior traction and stability, and models with the CH7 boom can now enjoy Intelligent Boom Control (IBC). ...
    Volvo Adds A New Asphalt Compactor To The DD100 Series
    Posted On: January 17, 2018
    Volvo Construction Equipment just announced the availability of the DD110C, a new highway-class double drum asphalt compactor that comes decked-out with the latest technology. ...
    Volvo Trucks Hopes To Kickstart A Digital Revolution
    Posted On: January 15, 2018
    When you think about innovation in the trucking space, you may imagine more fuel-efficient and powerful engines, new cab configurations, and other purely performance-based upgrades. ...
    Kenworth Reveals T680 Truck Powered By Hydrogen Fuel Cell
    Posted On: January 12, 2018
    Kenworth is always looking for new ways to make its trucks more energy efficiency and environmentally friendly without sacrificing power, and that’s exactly what it plans to achieve with its zero-emission Kenworth T680 day cab truck. ...
    John Deere Combines & Cotton Harvesters Recognized For Engineering Excellence
    Posted On: January 11, 2018
    John Deere's S700 combines and CP690 and CS690 cotton harvesters received this year's ASABE's AE50 Award. ...
    Case IH Autonomous Concept Tractor Wins GOOD DESIGN Award
    Posted On: January 9, 2018
    Case IH’s autonomous concept tractor has been selected for the GOOD DESIGN award. ...
    Case IH AFS Connect Gains Data-Sharing Abilities With AgDNA & Other Third-Party Service Providers
    Posted On: January 4, 2018
    Users of Case IH’s AFS Connect farm-management system now have data-transfer abilities with six additional third-party service providers, including the popular cloud-based mobile AgDNA farm-management system. ...
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    Mini Skid Steers, Pickups, Farm Equipment & Power Units Highlight Auctions Closing November 4
    Posted 10/28/2026
    Consignment auctions closing November 4, 2026, on AuctionTime.com offer bidders opportunities to compete for dozens of construction equipment units, attachments, generators, pickup trucks, power units, and more. ...
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    Equipmentfacts Brings The Local Auction Ring To The World
    Posted 10/28/2026
    Live auctions used to have limited reach and a local pool of bidders, but Equipmentfacts’ simulcasting technology opens live auctions to bidders everywhere. ...
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    Extend Your Sales Reach To Canada & Latin America With MarketBook
    Posted 10/27/2026
    The MarketBook Canada and MarketBook Latin America platforms connect farm and construction equipment and truck and trailer sellers and buyers through proven regional print publications and localized websites. ...
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    Get Precise Asset Valuations With Value Insight Portal (VIP)
    Posted 10/26/2026
    VIP is a publicly available, mobile-friendly tool offering the industry’s most accurate valuations for construction equipment, farm machinery, commercial trucks, and trailers. ...
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    Fast Track Iron Dealer Network Unlocks Wholesale & Exclusive Benefits
    Posted 10/23/2026
    Sandhills’ Fast Track Iron dealer network offers wholesale buying and selling, valuable information on asset listings, and exclusive sales tools. ...
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    Compete For Sleeper Trucks, Construction Equipment, Trailers & More In Consignment Sales Closing October 28
    Posted 10/22/2026
    Explore consignment sales on AuctionTime ending October 28, 2026, to find sleeper trucks, construction equipment, trailers, and more. ...
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    Sell With Industry-Leading Sales Platforms Truck Paper & MDTrader
    Posted 10/21/2026
    Together, Truck Paper and MDTrader work hand in hand with Sandhills sales tools and services to serve as an integral part of successful truck sales. ...
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    Sell On Your Own Terms With Standalone Timed Auctions
    Posted 10/21/2026
    Standalone timed auctions on AuctionTime let you customize the date, time, and pace of your auction to more effectively reach your target buyers. ...
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    Can-Am Introduces 2027 Outlander Max X MR ATV Configuration For Mudding Enthusiasts
    Posted 10/19/2026
    Can-Am recently unveiled its 2027 model year lineup of Outlander ATVs featuring a new configuration, upgrades, and an option for a 10.25-inch touchscreen display. ...
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    Did You Buy Equipment Or Vehicles In 2026? The Section 179 Tax Deduction Could Save You Money
    Posted 10/16/2026
    If you bought heavy equipment, trucks, or trailers and put them to use in the 2026 tax year, the section 179 tax deduction could help you recover some of those costs. ...
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