First Drive: Subaru Crosstrek 鈥� a formidable off-road vehicle in a compact package

We put Subaru鈥檚 latest crossover to the test to find out how it performs on and off road as a secondary farm vehicle or company vehicle for those in allied agricultural industries

Machinery and 51AV视频Technology Specialist

25 March 2025 鈥� 5 min read

Launched to replace the outgoing XV model, the new Subaru Crosstrek looks to offer off-road prowess in a compact package. From the outset, it is fair to say this vehicle is not going to match a pickup...

On Test: Ford Ranger PHEV 2-Seat 鈥� More space, fewer seats, lower emissions, less tax.

HMRC's double-cab tax changes have forced manufacturers to rethink the traditional pick-up. Ford's new Ranger PHEV 2-Seat combines commercial vehicle tax advantages with an innovative second load area, but does it make more sense than the standard five-seat model?

Toby Whatley

17 July 2026 鈥� 10 min read

Machinery

Vervaet launches third-generation Hydro Trike slurry applicator

A larger tank, new transmission, 530hp engine and redesigned cab headline Vervaet's third-generation Hydro Trike, which is due to enter production later this year.

Toby Whatley

16 July 2026 鈥� 2 min read

Machinery

First Drive: Polaris Ranger 500 offers farmers a compact ATV alternative

Designed to offer ATV buyers greater comfort, safety and load-carrying capacity without the price tag of larger UTVs, Polaris' new Ranger 500 aims to bridge the gap between quad bikes and full-size utility vehicles.

Toby Whatley

14 July 2026 鈥� 5 min read

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