Articles by Mike Ryan

For beef and dairy cattle farmers, the nutrient value of the silage they feed their stock is crucial. Now, John Deere have announced the upcoming release of an updated version of 'HarvestLab', infrared sensing technology that determines crude protein, starch and fibre (ADF/NDF), which are important nutrient factors in livestock feed.

Hino Australia has lent its support to an unusual fundraising initiative recently announced by St. Vincent's Hospital in Sydney. The 'Big Red Bike' is a 33-seater "bicycle" which will be transported to various fundraising events by a Hino 700 Series SS prime mover.

John Deere has significantly improved its 5 Series Utility Tractor lineup for 2013, with more horsepower, cab and transmission options than ever before.

Iveco Australia have issued a recall on their dual control Acco rigids to address concerns over the accelerator on the LEFT side.

John Deere have released a new website for customers - MyJohnDeere.com - that they describe as an online toolbox for farmers to gain a wide variety of information on John Deere equipment.

A unique race car transporter with an even more interesting history was one of the more unusual lots consigned for RM Auctions' Monterey sale in August.

WMC Group, importers of LDV light commercial vans and Higer buses, have announced a new partnership with Byron Group that will see the WMC range made wheelchair accessible to order.

Hyundai Motor Company have announced an upgrade to their diesel-engined iLoad van and iMax shuttle that delivers improved fuel economy and reduced CO2 emissions.

Mercedes-Benz Australia has issued a recall for selected Freightliner models over concerns regarding fuel lines. The recall covers 4067MT6E model from the 2004, 2005 and 2006 model years.

Following on from Mecum Auctions' first Gone Farmin' auction of 2012 in April, August's second Gone Farmin' auction of tractors and related farm machinery and collectables attracted a number of rare and unusual tractors.

At the presentation of the prestigious 'Motor Transport Awards 2012' in London, the DAF CF85 has been awarded 'Fleet Truck of the Year' for a record-breaking 11th time.

Following on from Mecum Auctions' April Gone Farmin' auction of tractors and related farm machinery and collectables, August's second Gone Farmin' auction for 2012 attracted an equally impressive range of rare and restored John Deere tractors.