Hino Motors confirmed at the Tokyo Motor Show that it will implement hybrid technology into its 700 series heavy duty truck to reduce fuel consumption and emissions.
The Hino Profia (700 series) was one of six vehicles shown by the Japanese truck manufacturer at this year’s 44th Tokyo Motor Show that focused on environmental and safety technologies.
Hino revealed both the revised low-consumption A09C engine fitted in the heavy-duty Hino Profia truck and the A05C engine for medium-duty trucks.
Hino also displayed a light-duty Hino Dutro Hybrid (300 Series) truck equipped with a collision 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 standardized driver monitor feature.
The driver monitor warns the driver when their attention wanders by detecting facial orientation and whether the driver’s eyes are open or closed.
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.
It shares technology with Toyota’s Mirai fuel cell vehicle that recently exhibited at the World Hydrogen Technologies Convention in Sydney.
