Husqvarna, the world leader in robotic mowing, has announced that Automower robotic mowers are now compatible with the cloud-based voice service Alexa. The integration enables homeowners with Husqvarna Automower to start, stop, park and ask about status from their mower simply by asking Alexa.

Roger Gifford, Kubota's product marketing manager for utility vehicles, outlines the features and functionality of Kubota's first entry in the multi-purpose cross-over utility vehicle market, its RTV-XG850 Sidekick. The Sidekick is intended as a work vehicle for farms, ranches, construction sites and other similar operations.

Incorporating recommendations from the Mahindra dealer network, the series features improved transmission, increased size and new features.

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Artificial intelligence, blockchain and smart contracts are three kinds of technology improving processes and outcomes in other industries, but which are not yet available for equipment financing. Dealers can help spur the adoption in the equipment segment.