As Texas' largest coastal wildlife rescue facility, the aquarium can now stay operational to save displaced and injured animals when they need help the most.

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Machine operators from across Texas recently showcased their skills during the first round of the Caterpillar 2025 Global Operator Challenge hosted at HOLT CAT in San Antonio and Dallas-Fort Worth.

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The pledge builds upon the Irving-based company’s ongoing work to close the growing skills gap in the manufacturing industry.

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What began as a chance encounter in a small craft store has grown into a 35-year legacy!

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Team Red, White & Blue joined HOLT CAT® as the Old Glory Ultra Relay passed through Little Elm

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35 high school students received welding certifications, boosting their readiness for skilled trades careers.

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Emily Dodd is a dedicated part of the HOLT team helping customers across Texas build the roads, infrastructure, and growth that drive the region forward. 

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Event hosted by the Youth Workforce Development Foundation & the AED Foundation.

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A key part of the HOLT Group safety team, Alley continues to grow professionally and personally, taking on new responsibilities and learning from the company’s legacy of leadership and service.

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Victoria believes that the key to success in this field is having a passion for learning, growing with the industry, and the ability to adapt to new challenges. 

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The foundation of success, according to Sydney, is built on continuous learning, strong communication, relationship-building, and confidence.

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By sharing her story, Samantha hopes to encourage more women to explore opportunities in construction, proving that success isn’t defined by stereotypes.

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To succeed in this industry, Jasmine believes that strong communication skills, the ability to learn quickly, and a willingness to take suggestions are essential.

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Danielle believes in having a solution-based mindset, adaptability, a positive attitude, transparency, motivation, humility, and a commitment to lifelong learning. 

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Castin believes that success in construction requires a strong and positive mindset, as well as a willingness to take on challenges. 

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For Brandy, success in this industry requires an open mind, a willingness to learn, humility, courage, and resilience.

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Desma Norris's passion for machinery began early, leading to a 21-year career in heavy equipment service. Now, after a decade at HOLT CAT, she serves as a Service Manager.

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As a HOLT PSD Maintenance Solutions Supervisor, Cassy Marsalis is paving the way for more women to step into leadership roles and redefine what’s possible in the construction industry.

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Tia and Matthew Meronek, a dedicated couple working at Texas First Rentals and HOLT CAT, balance their love and careers by supporting each other while embracing the unique perks of working in different departments.

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After nearly half a century of dedication and service, Phillip Matthews, a pillar of HOLT CAT, is retiring. For 47 years, Phillip has been more than just an employee; he has been a mentor, innovator, and embodiment of the HOLT values that define the company.

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HOLT CAT, a HOLT Group operating company, announced the arrival of two 785 Mining Trucks at Cemex's Balcones Quarry in New Braunfels.

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At HOLT Group, our people are our greatest asset, and Ricky Wheeler’s story is a shining example of how our culture and values foster professional and personal growth.

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For Nick Davis, his career at HOLT has been a testament to the power of mentorship, teamwork, and personal growth. Reflecting on his time with the company, Davis encourages new employees to embrace curiosity.

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(MARSHALL, Texas) – Construction of the new Diesel Equipment Technology facility at Texas State Technical College’s Marshall campus is on track to be completed in November.

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Peter Holt returned the antique Holt Caterpillar 10 Ton, displayed at the entrance to HOLT’s headquarters building, to its original owners, the Vouk Family of St Stephen, Minnesota.

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The TCEQ’s Texas Emissions Reduction Plan (TERP) Program has announced the expected opening of its Rebate Grants Program to be on or after Febru...

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TERP, Emissions, Grant Program

New legislation from the 2015 84th Texas Legislative Session will reduce the Texas Emissions Reduction Plan (TERP) fees on the purchase or lease of non-road equipment, beginning September 1, 2015.

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Two grant programs are open for Central Texas fleets, helping pay for new equipment and trucks while improving emissions.

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In North Texas, HOLT CAT is collecting new stuffed animals for Cook Children's Hospital through April 3.

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Richard Childress Racing and Caterpillar have reached agreement to continue their partnership on the No. 31 Chevrolet which began with the 2009 NASCAR Sprint Cup Series season.

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HOLT CAT, recently named James F. Hughes as Vice President and General Manager, Power Systems Division.

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SAN ANTONIO, Texas (August 1, 2010),  HOLT CAT,  named Chad Logan as Financial Marketing Manager.

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HOLT CAT recently named Garrett Countryman, Transportation Manager.

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Caterpillar Inc. and Wacker Neuson SE, announced today that the relevant executive bodies for both companies have signed an alliance agreement for the design, manufacture, sale and support of Caterpillar mini hydraulic excavators in the under three-ton category.

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CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas (July 1, 2010) – HOLT CAT recently named Santiago (Remy) Morado Product Support Sales Representative for the Corpus Christi area.

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Caterpillar Emissions Solutions has signed a definitive agreement to purchase CleanAIR Systems, Inc. Upon completion of the transaction, CleanAIR Systems will become a wholly owned subsidiary of Caterpillar Inc. within the Customer Services Support Division.

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HOLT CAT recently named Chad Godfrey Service Manager for it’s San Antonio store. Godfrey has been with HOLT CAT for 15 years and previously worked as a Service Manager in Weslaco.

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LONGVIEW, Texas (June 7, 2010) – HOLT CAT recently named Pat Rhodes General Construction Sales Representative for the Longview area.

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HOLT Agribusiness (HoltAg.com), a Division of HOLT CAT, recently named Jesus Pena Sales Representative for the Rio Grande Valley.

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CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas (May 6, 2010 –HOLT CAT, the Caterpillar® Equipment and Engine dealer for South, Central, North and North East Texas, recently named Daryl Pruski Sales Representative for the Corpus Christi area.

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HOLT Agribusiness, a Division of HOLT CAT (holtcat.com), recently named Coleby Becker Agribusiness Sales Representative for Victoria.

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HOLT CAT, the Caterpillar® Equipment and Engine dealer for South, Central, North and North East Texas, recently named Terry Lyness Account Sales Representative.

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SAN ANTONIO, Texas (April 16, 2010) – HOLT CAT (holtcat.com), the Caterpillar® Equipment and Engine dealer for South, Central, North and North East Texas, recently named Paul Hensley to the role of Vice President, Chief Financial Officer.

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LEWISVILLE, Texas (April 13, 2010) – HOLT CAT (holtcat.com), the Caterpillar® Equipment and Engine dealer for South, Central, North and North East Texas, recently named Mark Lancaster General Construction Sales Representative for the Lewisville area.

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DULUTH, GA (February 8, 2010) — Test results recently released by the University of Nebraska Tractor Test Laboratory confirm the new line of 205 to 275 PTO horsepower rowcrop tractors from AGCO introduced in 2009 offers the greatest fuel efficiency among tractors of this category on the market. This includes the Challenger® MT600C Series, Massey Ferguson® 8600 Series and the AGCO® DT Series machines powered by the AGCO SISU POWER™ 8.4 L engine with e3™ selective catalytic reduction (SCR) clean-air technology and featuring AGCO’s heavy-duty continuously variable transmission (CVT) with industry-exclusive Dynamic Tractor Management (DTM).

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SAN ANTONIO, Texas (March 11, 2010) – HOLT Agribusiness, a Division of HOLT CAT (holtcat.com), recently named Paul Westbrook as General Sales Manager.

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CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas (March 11, 2010) – HOLT CAT (holtcat.com), the Caterpillar® Equipment and Engine dealer for South, Central, North and North East Texas, recently named Mark Garrett District Sales Manager for Corpus Christi and Victoria.

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On this date 100 years ago perhaps the most significant event in the Peoria area's history occurred: Holt Caterpillar Co. officially began operating in East Peoria.

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Caterpillar Inc. announced that Michael Betz has been selected as one of Engineering News-Record’s (ENR) Top 25 Newsmakers of the Year. Betz led the e...

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Winter 2010

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Recognizing that the operating skill of workers using small loaders on typical jobsites ranges from the novice to the expert, Caterpillar has developed a new control feature that allows each operator to run a Cat® C-Series Skid-Steer, Multi-Terrain or Compact-Track Loader safely, productively, and comfortably.

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Completing the Cat® D-Series Track Loader lineup is the new 973D, featuring load-sensing hydraulics, joystick steering, new operator's station (with tilting cab) and 10 percent more power than its 973C predecessor. The new loader carries on the 973C's "all-purpose performer" reputation and retains much of its solid design, including the Cat C9 engine, hydrostatic drive, single-fabrication mainframe, Z-bar loader linkage and oscillating undercarriage. The 973D is a "one-machine workforce" with the features to take on the toughest jobs—at construction sites or in the harsh environments of steel mills, landfills, quarries and demolition sites.

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Congress:  Get to work on the highway bill so WE can get back to work!

SAN ANTONIO – Congress’ failure to renew the federal highway program has real economic consequences for Texas and the rest of the country, construction equipment industry leaders said at a rally today at the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center.

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In December of 1959, the first production Cat wheel loader was driven off the assembly line at the Caterpillar plant in Aurora, IL - the 944 Wheel Traxcavator.

The 944, fitted with a 2-cubic yard (1.5-m³) bucket and available with either a 105-horsepower (78 kW) gas or diesel engine, was the culmination of a seven-year development effort—and the beginning of Caterpillar's leadership in the worldwide market for mid-size wheel loaders.

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A new laser-based AccuGrade™ grading system for Cat® C-Series Skid-Steer Loaders, Multi-Terrain Loaders and Compact Track Loaders combines the capability of the Level Best Grading Box with the C-Series loader's integral electro/hydraulic controls to create an automated grading system capable of extreme accuracy.

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HOLT Caterpillar’s Power System Division has opened a new engine rebuild and repair facility in Longview, Texas, U.S.A. The 52,500 sq.ft. (4877 m2) building is dedicated to rebuilding diesel and natural gas engines that are used in petroleum, electrical power generation, industrial and earth-moving applications. A complete machine shop supports the engine rebuild operation, helping to improve turnaround time.....

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