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The newest versions of the Argo, an all-terrain amphibious vehicle, include heated handle bars, USB ports, new anti-corrosion paint and improved suspensions.Glenn Lowson

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The Argo still sustains a business that is profitable on sales of about $65-million a year and employs 230 people at two plants in New Hamburg, Ont.Glenn Lowson

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In addition to fire departments, the company is also trying to increase sales to utility companies, which can use Argo vehicles where there is no road access.Glenn Lowson

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The company also has prototypes under development of a robotic vehicle for infantry that would be tethered to a soldier and carry the 30-kilogram packs for about 10 soldiers while they are on a mission.Glenn Lowson

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Ontario Drive & Gear has kept the Argo fresh by introducing about 50 new innovations or improvements every year and adding models of the vehicle for use by fire departments, utilities and the military.Glenn Lowson

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