Caterpillar previews autonomous construction machines at CES 2026

At CES 2026 in Las Vegas, CEO Joe Creed keynoted and Caterpillar previewed five autonomous machines for complex construction sites. The company pledged $25 million over five years for a global innovation prize aimed at its future workforce. The machines were shown as a preview rather than a launch, and autonomy was to be showcased at CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2026.

• Five autonomous machines previewed for complex construction environments
• $25 million pledged over five years for a global innovation prize
• Systems combine AI, computer vision, edge computing, LiDAR, radar and cameras
• Autonomy to be showcased at CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2026