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Machinery
Is Suzuki’s KingQuad 750 king of the quads?
Gary Abbott
The KingQuad 750 AXi is Suzuki’s flagship utility quad, ideal for farm use. Gary Abbott shares his thoughts after 200 hours.
28 April 2024 News
Man dies following collision involving quad and tractor in Galway
The driver of the quad bike - a male aged in his 20s - was fatally injured as a result of the collision.
21 February 2024 Farm machinery
First drive: revamped Can-Am Outlander impresses
Can-Am has revamped the Outlander ATV range for 2024, introducing a new engine, chassis and suspension setup and much more. Gary Abbott attended its launch near Montalet-le-Bois, France.
'Alarming' number of children with injuries from quads
The head was the most common injured body part following quad bike accidents.
7 February 2024 News
Quads worth €40,000 stolen in Donegal
It is believed the van and cattle trailer used to transport the quads then travelled to Co Longford, before heading towards the south of the country.
14 December 2023 News
Donegal tops farm safety payment claims
The 288 payment claims were almost twice the number submitted by any other county and represent some 20% of all submissions for payment.
22 November 2023 Schemes
Sheep Management: new quad rules, housing prep and silage quality
From 20 November, anyone driving a quad bike for work must wear a helmet and complete a QQI, or standard equivalent, training course.
22 November 2023 Management
Important new laws about quad bikes
Quad bikes - so essential for efficiency, and so useful, but consider carefully before investing, especially if young people are around the farm.
22 November 2023 Viewpoints
New quad bike rules now in place
Helmets and training are now required by farmers in order to operate a quad bike.
20 November 2023 News