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BYD Shark out to prove its credentials

BYD’s presence in South Africa has been low-key due to the Chinese carmaker only offering all-electric models. That’s about to change with the arrival of the plug-in hybrid Shark bakkie,...

All-new Hyundai Santa Fe shows its hip to be square

Hyundai’s seven-seat Santa Fe SUV was initially built to blend in. But the hybrid-only latest reiteration of the Korean carmaker’s flagship local product is meant to stand out, says The...

Netafim marks 60 years of precision irrigation and innovation globally

As Netafim celebrates its 60th anniversary this year, the global leader in precision irrigation is marking decades of innovation, transformation, and impact across Southern and East Africa.

Chery planning to make local bakkie segment even sweeter

After saturating the local SUV scene with dozens of models over the past few years, the bakkie segment is next on the list for Chinese carmakers. Chery has become the...

Biotech to play pivotal role in future of SA crop production

Biotechnology is set to transform South African crop production over the next two decades. Chantel Arendse, plant biotechnology lead at CropLife South Africa, unpacks how genome editing, drought-tolerant traits, and...

Toyota Fortuner GR-Sport: more than just a fancy suit

The Toyota Fortuner has consistently been South Africa’s best-selling bakkie-based SUV since 2006. The Citizen’s Charl Bosch drove the GR-Sport, the latest addition and probably the last model to be...
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Invest in Husqvarna equipment to counter wildfires

The Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) reports that the increasing urbanisation of South Africa’s rapidly growing population is a significant factor impacting the risk of wildfires.

The many uses of cattle rails

The Citizen’s Jaco van der Merwe has fond memories of holding onto the cattle rails of his uncle’s bakkie for dear life, with Lovely the collie by his side, on...

Agrico now manufactures PVC pipes larger in diameter

Agrico is set to transform South Africa’s irrigation and water infrastructure by installing an extrusion line capable of producing rigid mPVC and uPVC pipes up to a massive 800mm in...

Renault Duster enters new era without diesel engines

The big news around the all-new Renault Duster’s local introduction was the discontinuation of the venerable diesel engines. The Citizen’s Jaco van der Merwe looks at how the crossover is...

GWM continues its bakkie onslaught with the P300

After the introduction of the new flagship in Great Wall Motor’s bakkie line-up, the P500, the old P-Series moniker, is now being changed to P300. The Citizen’s Charl Bosch explains...

NMI launches Sitrex WR 3100 bale wrapper at Nampo 2025

Over the years, NMI has built a reputation for importing a comprehensive range of high-quality agricultural machinery. At Nampo, they unveiled the first bale wrapper in their offering, named the...

CASE IH’s JX tractor range offers affordable reliability

If you are looking for a small, reliable tractor that does not break the bank, then CASE IH’s JX range might be what you are looking for.
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Elevate your engine performance with Astron Energy

Astron Energy’s Quartech Fuel four-in-one technology is designed to deliver exceptional benefits across the board.

LEMKEN kicks off Nampo 2025 with the launch of new weed harrow

On the first day of Nampo 2025, LEMKEN launched its new weed harrow, Thulit, which, according to the manufacturer, extends farmers’ window for mechanical weed control.
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Isuzu brings 4 x 4 power, reliability and innovation to Nampo 2025

ISUZU Motors South Africa is proud to announce its participation in Nampo 2025, showcasing a powerful lineup that embodies its long-standing heritage in the agriculture sector.

Age catches up with the Nissan Navara

The Navara line-up was increased last year in Nissan’s effort to win back market share. The Citizen’s Mark Jones sampled the top-of-the-range Pro-4X to see how the double cab compares...
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Million-kilometre Hino truck starts new phase with Midlands grocer

With regular servicing and maintenance, this trouble-free Hino 15-258 500 Series truck is set to keep going strong for many more kilometres to come.

How lubricants are classified for performance and application needs

Lubricants are essential for reducing friction, wear, and corrosion between moving parts of machinery and equipment.

Biotech can help make crops more resilient to extreme weather

Plant biotechnology uses tools like genetic modification and bioengineering to enhance crops’ resilience, nutritional value, and sustainability in the face of challenges like climate change. Biosafety South Africa’s Dr Hennie Groenewald...
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