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March 2023
Army to Receive Test Package for New Squad Weapon
By Scott R. GourleyLAS VEGAS, Nevada — The Army will soon receive the “drop one” production qualification test package for its 6.8mm Next Generation Squad Weapons. The package, which will be delivered beginning in April, will include both XM7 battle rifles and XM250 light machine guns as well as associated logistics. -
March 2023
JUST IN: Army 'Pressing Forward' With Autonomous Vehicle Transport-System, Official Says
COLUMBUS, Ohio — The Army is developing an autonomous driving system that could prove vital to operating tactical vehicles in a contested environment, service officials said March 1. -
February 2023
JUST IN: All-Electric Army Vehicles Are Years away but Hybrids Are Rolling Out, Official Says
COLUMBUS, Ohio — The Army has stated its plans to field all-electric vehicles in the future. However, for now the service is concentrating on hybrid systems that can be put in the hands of soldiers today, an Army official said Feb. 28. -
February 2023
BREAKING: AM General Wins JLTV Re-Compete Contract over Oshkosh
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia — In what could only be called a reversal of fortune, AM General Feb. 9 beat out incumbent Oshkosh to manufacture the next 20,000 joint light tactical wheeled vehicles for the Army and Marine Corps. -
January 2023
BREAKING: Army Awards Prototyping Contracts for Heavy Truck Program
The Army has awarded four industry teams contracts to deliver prototypes for its Common Tactical Truck program, as the service looks to modernize its fleet of heavy tactical wheeled vehicles for multi-domain operations. -
September 2022
Ukraine War Proves Big Guns Are Back
By Michael PeckFor centuries, artillery was called the king of battle, and great commanders relied on masses of cannons to dominate the battlefield. -
August 2022
France Plots Long-Term Army Modernization Plans
While still in the throes of its biggest modernization push since World War II, the French army is already looking at what comes afterward. -
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February 2022
U.S. Military Wants Its Vehicles to Go Electric — With Detroit’s Help
By Jon HarperTo combat climate change, boost U.S. industry and achieve operational advantages, the Defense Department has ambitious plans to transform its fleet of ground vehicles through the introduction of electric and hybrid-electric drive technologies. Automakers see major opportunities to help the military and win business. -
January 2022
BREAKING: Oshkosh Defense Unveils New Hybrid-Electric JLTV
By Yasmin TadjdehOshkosh Defense debuted Jan. 25 a new version of its joint light tactical vehicle featuring hybrid-electric technology, which executives say will offer users increased capabilities and improved fuel economy.