Sales of commercial vehicles over 2 tons gvw in East Asia’s seven main markets, excluding China, grew by just under 2% to 273,126 units in the first quarter of 2025 after plunging by 28% to 268,016 units in the same period last year;

The software is set to debut in select markets in late 2025, with full commercial rollout anticipated by early 2026. Delivered through a Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) model, the platform allows businesses to subscribe based on fleet size and feature requirements.

New automated facility will help reduce logistics costs.

Right-hand drive models will be produced from the end of the year.

According to details shared at the press conference, the new Tokyo-based holding company will see Daimler Truck and Toyota each holding a 25% stake, with Hino and Fuso operating as wholly-owned subsidiaries.

This divestment is part of Goodyear's strategic plan to streamline its operations and focus on core business areas. This sale follows Goodyear's recent divestment of its Off-the-Road equipment tyre business to Yokohama Rubber for USD 905 million last year.

Elec City Town buses scheduled to enter service in June.

Procurement of low CO2 emission steel began in April.

The American startup announced a partnership with the Japanese giant for the supply of cylindrical lithium-ion ‘2170’ cells, offering an energy density above 800 watt-hours per litre.

New pickup truck to go on sale in China in late 2025.

The plan is to list a joint holding company in 2026.

Partnership allows Hino to access nationwide charging network in China