Hino Motors exhibited six vehicles at this year’s 44th Tokyo Motor Show that focused on advanced environmental and safety technologies.
A Hino Fuel Cell Bus co-developed with Toyota debuted at the show along with a light-duty model equipped with a new autonomous emergency braking system.
The Fuel Cell Bus concept boasts zero CO2 emission levels and is already in evaluation on the streets of Tokyo.
The Tokyo show also confirmed hybrid technology in the heavy-duty Hino Profia (700 Series) to assist in reducing fuel consumption and emissions.
The revised low-consumption A09C engine fitted in the heavy-duty Hino Profia truck and the A05C engine for medium-duty trucks were also on display.
Hino’s display included a light-duty Hino Dutro Hybrid (300 Series) truck equipped with a collision damage reduction brake system. This radar-based system applies braking force to avoid collisions in low-speed situations if an obstacle is detected.
The Hino S’elega large tour bus showcased a standardised Driver Monitor feature that warns the driver when their attention wanders by detecting facial orientation and whether the driver’s eyes are open or closed.
The 500 Series truck Teruhito Sugawara drove to victory in the under 10-litre class at the Dakar Rally in 2014 was also exhibited as a reminder of the company’s passion for motorsport and competition.