Bobcat Introduced New Smart Technologies at CER 2026, in Las Vegas

New technologies from Bobcat have just been unveiled at CES 2026, in Las Vegas, where the compact equipment manufacturer showcased a series of integrated solutions designed to reshape jobsite operations. Focused on usability and real-world productivity, the innovations combine AI, electrification, autonomy, and connectivity into a scalable platform. The goal: to simplify machine operation while supporting both individual operators and entire fleets.

 “As workforce needs change and jobsites become more complex, we’re responding with intelligent systems that empower people to accomplish more, faster and smarter. These innovations aren’t concepts for the distant future; they’re advancements that are shaping how work gets done right now.”

Said Scott Park, CEO and Vice Chairman of Doosan Bobcat.

Jobsite Companion

Among the new technologies, there’s Bobcat Jobsite Companion: an AI onboard assistant, designed to support operators by automating routine tasks and offering real-time guidance. Through voice and display interactions, users can request information or issue commands, with the system adjusting attachment settings, providing recommendations, and managing over 50 functions, without requiring operators to remove their hands from the controls.

Jobsite Companion runs entirely on board the machine, utilising Bobcat’s proprietary large language model. By removing the need for cloud connectivity, the system remains operational even in remote or low-signal environments, a practical consideration for many construction sites. The company presents it as a step forward in simplifying interactions between operators and equipment.

Service.AI

Bobcat also announced Service.AI, an AI-powered service and support platform designed to minimise equipment downtime by giving dealers and technicians instant access to Bobcat’s full repair expertise. With Service.AI, Bobcat dealers and technicians can instantly retrieve repair manuals and warranty details, receive real-time diagnostic guidance, and leverage Bobcat’s extensive archive of historical cases for faster troubleshooting. Providing step-by-step guidance, Service.AI accelerates repair timelines and also helps to address the ongoing labour shortage.

Display Technology

Bobcat also highlighted its Advanced Display Technology, a MicroLED, transparent, auto-tint, touch-enabled display concept seamlessly integrated into the cab door or machine window. The system overlays critical operational data directly onto the operator’s field of view, allowing them to see both the jobsite and machine insights simultaneously.

Integrated features include 360-degree camera views, jobsite feature display, real-time machine performance data and visual asset tracking, and the new Collision Warning and Avoiance System.

Collision Warning and Avoidance System

Bobcat also showcased its prototype Collision Warning and Avoidance System, the first and only system in development for the compact equipment industry designed to actively slow or stop a machine before a collision occurs.

Using advanced imaging radar, the system tracks the position, direction and speed of surrounding objects in real time. If a potential hazard is detected, the machine will automatically alert and even slow down or stop the machine.

Modular Battery Pack for Compact Equipment

Bobcat Standard Unit Pack (BSUP) is a modular and fast-charging battery system built to withstand the demands of construction sites.
The BSUP units are stackable and sized to fit within the compact footprint of machines like loaders, excavators, and forklifts. Designed for tough environments, they can operate reliably in dusty, high-vibration conditions. The system is scalable across Bobcat’s range and is also being positioned for use by other equipment manufacturers.

RogueX3

RogueX3 is a fully electric, cableless machine built with autonomous capabilities and a modular architecture. Its core structure allows for interchangeable components, including options for wheels or tracks, a cab or no cab, and customizable lift arm configurations. The concept explores multiple future power sources, including electric, hybrid, diesel, and hydrogen, offering adaptability across jobsite requirements.

Based on learnings from previous RogueX prototypes, this third version incorporates several design innovations, with multiple patents now pending. While still at the concept stage, RogueX3 reflects Bobcat’s long-term vision for scalable and highly configurable equipment.

The technologies presented by Bobcat at CES 2026 remain in the prototype phase, but reflect a broader industry shift toward automation, electrification, and smarter equipment. While timelines for commercialisation have not been announced, the concepts on display offer a glimpse into how compact machinery could evolve to meet changing jobsite demands and environmental standards.

Bobcat Introduced New Smart Technologies at CER 2026, in Las Vegas published on The HeavyQuip Magazine.