Technology

The seven-seater Volkswagen Tiguan Allspace SUV has officially been replaced by the Tayron, a moniker used only in China until now.

One of the main benefits of irrigation is the ability to produce crops consistently, regardless of fluctuating weather patterns.

The Winelands Fire Protection Association reports that for every 1° increase in global temperatures, there is a 29% increase in fire risk.

The Isuzu D-Max bakkie might be a local favourite, but its MU-X SUV sibling is miles behind segment heavyweights like the Toyota Fortuner and Ford Everest. The Citizen’s Jaco van der Merwe took the updated MU-X for a spin to find out if it is capable of gaining any ground on its rivals.

Successful farming begins with the soil. Proper tillage not only prepares the land for planting but also protects long-term soil health, ensuring strong yields and sustainable productivity.

Farming in South Africa demands machinery that delivers strength, versatility, and reliability season after season.

With modern farming, every hour in the field counts. That’s why Case IH has introduced a fully comprehensive extended warranty on selected Magnum tractors, minimising downtime, saving costs, and protecting productivity throughout the season.

Up until now, Toyota has weathered the onslaught of SUVs from China, with the Corolla Cross being one of its trump cards. But these waters could soon get choppy with the arrival of the Chery Tiggo Cross HEV.

Wuhlf Equipment is celebrating its 20th anniversary this year. To mark this milestone, the company is rewarding its valued customers with an unforgettable 10-day luxury holiday for two in China, including flights, accommodation, and a fully guided tour.When you purchase a brand-new JX450 TLB before 30 November 2025, you qualify for this exclusive holiday. Not keen to travel? Wuhlf Equipment offers customers the option of a substantial discount on their purchase instead.

Farmers visiting Nampo Cape in Bredasdorp this week are getting a first look at New Holland’s latest innovation in harvesting technology: the CR10 combine.

Chinese-owned iconic British brand MG made big splash with the Cyberster, its all-electric convertible sports car. But the bulk of its sales will come from a more conventional SUV pair in the form of the HS and ZS.

More than land or yield, farming is a home, a way of life and a future. It deserves cover that can change with it.

For six decades, ISUZU Motors South Africa has been deeply rooted in the agricultural heart of the nation. As South Africa’s farmers have worked tirelessly to feed the country and sustain the economy, ISUZU has stood beside them — not just as a commercial vehicle manufacturer, but as a committed partner who understands the unique challenges of life on the land.

The success of the T1250 lies in its efficiency, robustness, and adaptability. The ripper’s performance was tested on a farm with sandy soils in the Free State and it came through with flying colours, writes Jaco Cilliers.

For half a century, the company has played a crucial part in the agriculture sector, and is now set to showcase their next-generation machinery.

The Nissan Navara in its current guise has been around for 11 years, making it one of the oldest bakkies currently available in South Africa. But while it might be old, it is far from cold.

With the new V-Class only offered in flagship V300d guise, Mercedes-Benz was left with a gap in its line-up for a more accessible family van. Enter the Vito Select, writes The Citizen’s Jaco van der Merwe.

For many farmers, conservation has long felt like a trade-off, as more land for wildlife often means less land for crops or grazing. But new research from the University of Pretoria shows agriculture and conservation can coexist.

Sustained by tourists’ strong foreign currencies, South Africa’s game lodge industry offers opportunities, such as converting standard vehicles into game viewers.

Precision farming is rapidly evolving, with Raven Industries leading the charge. Nico Myburgh, CNH’s head of precision technologies for the Middle East and Africa, spoke to Glenneis Kriel about this.