Author Posts: David Williams
Massive torque and plenty of power
25th April 2022
Land Rover has added a new V8 engine option to its Defender line-up, offering blistering performance and promising a superb on- and off-road driving experience. David Williams tried it.
Battery-powered handler ticks the boxes
4th April 2022
One of the first battery powered JCB Loadall telescopic handlers to be supplied in the UK has started work at a large Cambridgeshire nursery. David Williams reports.
Most powerful battery chainsaw features at new products launch
2nd April 2022
Stihl announced significant new products for professional users at an exclusive UK press launch and demonstration. David Williams was there.
Optimised drilling at an affordable price
8th March 2022
David Williams visited a Cambridgeshire family’s mixed farm, where strategies to improve soil and crop health, and to reduce costs, have increased profitability.
Full-size autonomous tractors enter production
11th February 2022
The first conventional tractors capable of fully autonomous operation will be available later this year. David Williams reports.
Great performance on- and off-road
21st January 2022
Jeep’s iconic Wrangler models retain many of the styling characteristics which made the brand so famous, but latest versions boast extra comfort, performance, and passenger-carrying practicality. David Williams had an extended test-drive.
JAN 22
High capacity 12m drills join premium line-up
1st January 2022
Vaderstad has announced its first 12m drills which will join its existing seeding line-up, during an online press conference in early November. David Williams reports.
JAN 22
New options for cultivations and drilling
29th December 2021
A visit to Lemken’s German Agro Farm in mid-November included news and demonstrations of significant updates and new products which will be welcomed by UK farmers. David Williams was there.
JAN 22
Updates future-proof versatile models
28th December 2021
First deliveries of the latest Case IH Optum AFS Connect tractors start in spring 2022, but Farmers Guide test drove one of only two already in the UK. David Williams reports.
JAN 22
Ground protection and traction solutions demonstrated
27th December 2021
European tour of tyre and track solutions from Michelin visited the UK during November, providing an opportunity for dealers and customers to learn about the latest products and how to get the best from them. David Williams was there.
JAN 22
Lincolnshire farmers get first look at new 4×4
20th December 2021
The Ineos Grenadier is completely new, but borrows many aspects of its appearance from the traditional and popular Land Rover Defender. Designed as a true on- and off-road multi-purpose vehicle, it is attracting a lot of interest from farmers. David Williams attended a preview.
JAN 22
Popular pick-up will come with even more engine and spec options
20th December 2021
Ford has announced updates to its new Ranger pick-ups which are due to replace current models later this year. David Williams reports.
