Bobcat and Actor Josh Duhamel Surprise the Los Angeles Fire Department with New UTV

We recently reported that Bobcat Company was honoring community heroes through its “Work Worth Doing” initiative — a nationwide campaign celebrating the work of everyday people who are making a difference. Now, we’re checking back in with the initiative and Bobcat’s partnership with award-winning actor and Hollywood director Josh Duhamel. As part of the initiative, Bobcat and Duhamel made a surprise visit to Los Angeles Fire Department (LAFD) Station 88 to deliver a powerful gift: a brand-new Bobcat UV34XL utility vehicle.

According to the company, Duhamel, a Bobcat ambassador, personally handed over the keys to the UTV in recognition of the LAFD’s first, full-time, paid wildland hand crew. This special crew helps mitigate and control wildfires and will use the UTV on the frontlines of future fires.

“I think this is some of the most honorable work that you can do. It takes a special kind of person to sign up as a firefighter, especially in a place like Los Angeles where wildfires run rampant,” said Duhamel. “We believe, myself and Bobcat, that the firefighters deserve the best tools out there, and that’s why we wanted to donate this machine. I think that anytime you can support those who are protecting others is definitely work worth doing.”

Additional Support

In addition to the UTV, Bobcat is supporting the Los Angeles Fire Department Foundation by donating a portion of proceeds from the sale of its limited-edition hat Duhamel is seen wearing during his recent visit to the LAFD (check out the photo above).

“We are grateful for Bobcat and Josh’s commitment to advancing our efforts with the generous donation of a Bobcat UTV,” said Adam VanGerpen, captain and public information officer, Los Angeles City Fire Department. “This will enhance our hand crew’s efficiency in mitigating and fighting wildfires, enabling us to achieve so much more in our mission to keep the community safe.”

More to Come

Stay tuned for more news about the “Work Worth Doing” initiative. Bobcat says the initiative will continue throughout 2025 with other Bobcat ambassadors, including country musician Justin Moore and professional BMX rider Ryan Nyquist, visiting and rewarding people making a difference in their communities.

Pam Kleineke is managing editor of Compact Equipment.