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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.

Mecum Auctions' second Gone Farmin' auction for 2012 attracted an impressive range of restored tractors, as well as some rarities.

JAC Trucks have launched on the Australian market with a range of light-duty trucks, from 4.5 tonnes to 7.5 tonnes GVM, with three initial model variants in the "J Range".

Auctions America by RM have something of a treat for country music fans in their upcoming 'Auburn Fall' auction, to be held in Auburn, Indiana, this coming August 31 - September 2.

Manheim is conducting a major auction program of a wide variety of earthmoving, materials handling and other heavy equipment on behalf of the Department of Defence during August.

The Technical & Maintenance Conference 2012 (TMC) is coming this October 15 - 17, 2012. Held at the Automotive Centre for Excellence at the Kangan Institute in Melbourne, the TMC is the annual hands-on product training workshop and technical forum event for the trucking industry.

Takeuchi have announced the latest addition to their tracked loader range - the TL10 and TL20 - which have just been released in the USA.

Amongst the classic and vintage cars consigned for RM Auctions' St. Johns sale in Michigan on July 28, there were a pair of classic commercial vehicles, in the form of a Chevrolet canopy express, and a Ford "popcorn truck"!

Ahead of the local launch of Chinese-manufactured JAC truck range this August, a New Zealand motorhome builder has shown that the JAC platform can also serve as a good basis for motorhomes - for much less than comparable Japanese trucks.

Komatsu's hybrid motor system, as employed on their current generation HB 205 excavator, was a winner at the recent Australian International Design Awards. The Komatsu hybrid system won a 'Good Design' award in the Heavy Machinery category.

The judging panel of the 'red dot' design awards, Europe's most internationally acclaimed design competition, has awarded Mercedes-Benz the coveted red dot award for the new Actros truck.

Following the recent renovation and expansion of their Derrimut headquarters, farm machinery and implement distributors, PFG Australia, will have their extensive range of brands on display and in use at 'PFG In Action' this August 29 - 30.

Australia's rural transport industry is today congratulating the NSW Government for its historic decision to abolish stamp duties from the purchase of new heavy vehicle trailers.