ICYMI: Lots of New Machines, Cold Weather Maintenance and More

TGIF! Another week down and another Friday to recap this week’s news. Enough talking, let’s get down to business… we have a weekend to enjoy!

1. Talking Tractors. Last week, we traveled to Grapevine, Texas, to check out Kubota‘s new Grand L70 Series of compact utility tractors. Go read all about the new machines!

Editor at Large: Operating Kubota’s Just Launched Grand L70 Series Tractors in Texas

2. Back(hoe) in Business. Caterpillar also released its next generation 440 and 450 backhoe loaders. Get to know the new machines at the link below.

Caterpillar Unveils Next Generation 440 and 450 Backhoe Loaders

3. Meet the ML180. In more new machine updates, Vermeer announced the ML180 mini skid steer at Utility Expo 2025 this week.

Vermeer Unveils ML180 Mini Skid Steer with EH Controls and a Suspension Undercarriage

4. Conquer the Cold. This week, we shared an article from Toro highlighting cold weather maintenance and operation tips for compact utility loaders. Give it a read!

Cold Weather Maintenance and Operation Tips for Compact Utility Loaders

5. More to Explore. Are you heading to CONEXPO-CON/AGG, March 3-7, 2026? If so, be sure to check out the just announced Ground Breakers Stage.

CONEXPO-CON/AGG To Debut the Ground Breakers Stage at 2026 Show