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Fleet managers face a difficult choice in 2026: delay purchases amid tariff uncertainty or capitalize on the largest infrastructure investment cycle in a generation.
With the industry needing half a million new workers annually and only 65% of contractors optimistic about growth, automation and AI are no longer optional—they're survival strategies.
The compact equipment segment continues its upward trajectory as contractors embrace versatility, technology integration, and new power options in smaller machines.
New industry data reveals 10% of fleet managers delayed acquisitions due to tariffs. Large fleets hit hardest as supply chains strain under policy uncertainty.
Takeuchi US President Jeff Stewart is charting a resolute course for 2026, building upon a year marked by significant preparations and strategic expansion [1].