RentalYard Technology Blog Archive

     Rental Equipment Is At Your Fingertips With RentalYard’s AI Recommendations
    Posted On: November 26, 2024
    RentalYard helps you zero in on rental machines that fit your needs using advanced artificial intelligence. ...
    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. ...
    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 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. ...
    Telematics Make Your Equipment Work Smarter
    Posted On: February 28, 2018
    Telematics data provides a wealth of benefits for equipment owners and rental yards, from improving machine efficiency and uptime to preventing misuse and theft. ...
    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. ...
    Link-Belt Cranes & Telematics
    Posted On: February 8, 2018
    Telematics capabilities are among the most sought-after features in modern construction equipment. ...
    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. ...
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    What's New At Sandhills Global
    Posted 7/17/2026
    Find out about the latest Sandhills news, including AI to write your asset descriptions, the new UCC Search app, a new e-commerce solution, and more. ...
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    Sandhills Market Reports Show Continued Inventory Declines Across Used Equipment and Truck Markets
    Posted 7/6/2026
    New Sandhills Global market reports show ongoing inventory declines across several key used equipment and truck markets in June. ...
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    Submit Free Equipment Rental Quote Requests Easier Than Ever On RentalYard.com
    Posted 6/24/2026
    Finding the right construction equipment, farm machinery, trucks, trailers, or attachments to rent or lease just got simpler on RentalYard.com, thanks to the new dedicated Request A Quote page. ...
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    What's New At Sandhills Global
    Posted 6/4/2026
    Find out about the latest Sandhills features and news, including the new Bloomberg/Sandhills dealer survey, the new parts hub, Hot Lists, and more. ...
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    Used Construction Equipment Rentals Remain Strong as Sales Cool
    Posted 6/4/2026
    Used construction equipment inventory levels continued to decline in May, led by crawler excavators and wheel loaders, according to the latest Sandhills Global market reports. ...
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    Liebherr Debuts Generation 8 Material Handlers At IFAT 2026
    Posted 5/14/2026
    Liebherr recently debuted its Generation 8 material handler prototypes, the LH 18 M Industry and electric LH 22 M Industry E, with the new emCAB cabin and Mobility Kit battery options supporting magnets and recharging during use. ...
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    Bobcat Introduces Rental-Ready PA375V Portable Air Compressor
    Posted 5/14/2026
    Bobcat’s new PA375V portable air compressor combines reliable air output, simplified service access, and long runtime for rental environments, contractors, and utility customers. ...
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    Used Truck Fleets Continue to Age Amidst Ongoing Inventory Decline
    Posted 5/7/2026
    According to the latest Sandhills Global market reports, inventory levels of used trucks on TruckPaper.com and other Sandhills platforms are down over 20% compared to last year and is continuing a downward trend. ...
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    New Vermeer TR6500TX Trommel Screen With Tracks For Enhanced Jobsite Mobility & Efficiency
    Posted 5/1/2026
    The TR6500TX features a tracked undercarriage, a large hopper, a digital drum angle readout and a full-function remote control to help optimize jobsite productivity and efficiency. ...
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    What's New At Sandhills Global
    Posted 4/30/2026
    Find out about the latest additions to Sandhills platforms, including TruckPaper.com’s new trailer model names and BoatHarbor.com’s new mobile app. ...
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