Short lived but not forgotten. Dear ATVC: A fellow participant asks who was the subcontractor who made the Deere ATVs. Somehow I was thinking it was Can Am. dbj216 Actually, while the components that comprise all of John Deere’s off-road vehicle are globally sourced (meaning they are a hodgepodge of pieces of bits from manufacturers […] More »

Check to see if your vehicle is eligible for a free repair. John Deere has issued a recall on approximately 8,500 Gator UTVs due to an increased crash hazard. It was found that the dust boot on the throttle cable can come loose, meaning the affected vehicle may not slow down or stop, posing a […] More »

Summer is finally in full swing as the day gets hotter and longer, it usually means good deals on on previously-loved equipment. Your editors, as always, are digging through SprocketList to make some hot summer riding a reality without breaking the piggy bank. That said, this week’s ad takes us to a place called Manassas, […] More »

John Deere introduces the Gator XUV590i and XUV590i S4 Crossover Utility Vehicles, designed for operators who desire performance, comfort and customization. Equipped with a powerful twin-cylinder engine, independent four-wheel suspension and availability of more than 75 attachments, the XUV590i provides an unparalleled balance of performance and work capability in the mid-size class. “The XUV590i and […] More »

John Deere has announced the 2016 John Deere Gator RSX860i, replacing the previous model Gator RSX850i. The John Deere Gator RSX 860i provides enhanced performance and ease of operation for Gator customers. Updated features on the 2016 John Deere Gator RSX860i include a new power steering option and backlit toggle switches, improved manageability of the […] More »

Dear ATVC: Ive been looking for either a Polaris Ranger or JD Gator for around my property to assist in yard work. Now a much lesser quality Asian model is selling locally for 1000.00 It is a Kandi 250. It is two years old and has under 100 hrs. For that price, can I please […] More »

Typically when we think of John Deere, the trademark green and yellow motif springs to mind. However, 2015 is about to shake things up with a couple of shadowy limited edition Gators. John Deere is offering two new special edition Gator utility vehicles bound to turn some heads. The Midnight Black XUV825i and Midnight Black […] More »