Bushtech Aluminium Canopy for New Gen VW Amarok 2023 Onwards
Engineered in South Africa • Proven Worldwide
10-Year Manufacturer Frame Guarantee
Bushtech canopies are built around a fully TIG-welded aluminium frame — the structural foundation that delivers strength, weather resistance, and dust sealing that bolt-together metal canopies and fibreglass designs simply cannot match.
These are not cheap bolt-together kits, but canopies built around a welded aluminium frame designed to withstand sustained off-road use, with true OEM-level construction backed by a 10-year manufacturer frame guarantee.
Every Bushtech canopy has its welds hand-finished before a super-premium powder-coat is applied. This is not a typical coating — Bushtech canopies are engineered to withstand harsh UV exposure and remain looking new long term under New Zealand conditions.
Being New Zealand’s strongest and most dust-proof aluminium canopy — with an unmatched 300 kg dynamic roof load rating and load tested to 2.5 tonnes — isn’t only about carrying heavy roof loads. That strength allows for significantly larger side-door openings without compromising rigidity or sealing. Despite this strength, Bushtech canopies typically weigh around 65 kg, making them lighter than most fibreglass canopies and among the lightest canopies on the market overall.
Originally developed in South Africa for the world’s harshest environments and proven in various international markets, Bushtech is now trusted by NZ new-vehicle dealerships as a genuine OEM-quality aluminium canopy.
Central locking kits available.
Wellside dust-sealing kits also available for maximum dust control.
Key Advantages
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✓ Welded Frame Construction
Bushtech canopies are engineered as a single welded structure — not an assembly kit. This produces a much stronger canopy, with bigger side door openings, as well as class-leading weather and dust sealing. Arrives fully constructed — no assembly required — thanks to its welded one-piece frame.
✓ NZ’s Strongest Canopy - 300kg Dynamic Rating
Bushtech canopies have been load-tested to 2.5 tonnes static. It’s expedition-grade engineering.
This strength provides:-
Confidence with rooftop tents, trades gear, and platform racks
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Long term performance and sealing that remain consistent over time
✓ Superior Dust & Weather Sealing
Dust ingress is one of the most common issues with canopies in New Zealand.
Bushtech addresses it through:-
A 20 mm suspension-rubber base that isolates the canopy and ensures dust resistance, even in off-road settings
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Internally braced doors that resist distortion
For maximum dust control, pair with the Bushtech wellside dust-sealing kit.
✓ Security by Design
Bushtech canopies have proven to be highly resistant to break-ins. In real-world use, we see virtually no Bushtech canopies being broken into — or even targeted — compared to many other canopy types. The rigid, fully welded aluminium structure and double-locked doors appear to act as a strong deterrent to opportunistic theft. For canopies with glass, a security mesh is available, or choose an all-solid canopy.
✓ Larger Gullwing Side Access
Thanks to the welded frame, Bushtech offers much larger side openings than bolt-together canopies can support.
This provides:
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Faster access to tools or camping gear
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Better use of internal space
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Stronger, cleaner sealing. Door-mounted automotive seals - not on the canopy frame
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A more practical setup for trades and touring
✓ Premium Fit, Finish & Daily Usability
Bushtech canopies are recognised for their long-term durability and quality. Close a Bushtech door from one corner and you’ll feel the difference immediately — minimal flex, no rattle:
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Hand-finished TIG welds
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Premium powder-coat finish
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Locks and struts mounted to internal bracing, not thin door skins
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Roof-rack-ready with reinforced tracks included
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OEM-grade build quality trusted by NZ new vehicle dealerships
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For Serious Overlanders and Hard-Working Tradies
Bushtech is engineered for people who rely on their canopy:
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Overlanders appreciate the strength, rigidity, dust control, and lightweight design.
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Tradies appreciate the access, durability, and maximum security.
Bushtech delivers expedition-grade performance and long-term durability, with fully welded frame engineering that is between 50% and 100% stronger than quality NZ-made aluminium canopies, and at least three times stronger than low-cost bolt-together metal canopies. Despite this strength and premium build quality, Bushtech canopies are priced significantly below many NZ-made premium aluminium canopies.
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Installation Options NZ-Wide
Fit at home with the included photo instructions, or use one of our experienced Bushtech installation partners nationwide.
J-Brace
IMPORTANT: ALL NEW GEN VW AMAROKS REQUIRE A 'J-BRACE' BRACKET KIT TO BE SUPPLIED AND FITTED AT YOUR VW DEALERSHIP PRIOR TO FITTING THIS OR ANY BRAND OF CANOPY or HARD LID.
The J-Brace is for strengthening purposes and designed to provide necessary support for additional weight when mounting a canopy, hardlid etc to the ute load box/wellside.