- Hino Australia to showcase low and zero emissions trucks at TruckShow X 2026 in Hunter Valley, including Hybrid Electric models.
- Hybrid Electric range offers fuel savings of up to 22-24% compared to diesel trucks, with potential savings of over $50,000 during ownership
- All models feature Hino SmartSafe package with advanced safety features including AEB, Pedestrian Detection and Lane Departure Warning
- Vehicles backed by Hino Advantage package including 5-year warranty, roadside assistance and capped price servicing
Attendees at the upcoming TruckShow X in the Hunter Valley will be able to see and drive a range of low and zero emissions trucks from Hino Australia.
The theme of 2026 TruckShow X is ‘Driving the Future’ with a particular focus on decarbonisation, productivity, efficiency and safety.
“At this year’s TruckShow X, Hino will display a Hybrid Electric cab chassis and will also have a Hybrid Electric Tilt Tray and a Hybrid Electric car-licenced van available to drive,” said Daniel Petrovski, Manager – Product Strategy for Hino Australia.
“Australia’s only Hybrid Electric truck range has an extensive model line-up from car-licenced 4.5 tonne GVM up to light rigid-licenced 8 tonne GVM.
“The Hybrid Electric is a compelling option for customers based on the balance of cost, range and payload with the benefit of real-world, immediate savings on fuel and emissions,” said Mr Petrovski.
“To reinforce our long-term vision for alternative propulsion, customers will also be able to see our Hino Dutro (300 Series) Z-EV walk-through van with an ultra-low floor.
“The Dutro Z-EV features a 50kW electric motor mounted under the cab, which drives the front wheels, and has a compact battery mounted beneath the floor of the cargo area,” said Mr Petrovski.
Hybrid Delivers Safety and Savings
Compared to an equivalent diesel truck, a 300 Series Hybrid Electric can significantly reduce a customer’s fuel costs by as much as 22% in Standard Cab and 24% in Wide Cab variants.
“With the current price of diesel, the case for the Hino Hybrid is even more compelling with specific customers seeing savings of over $50,000 during the lifetime of their truck ownership,” said Mr Petrovski.
All Hino 300 Series light-duty trucks feature Hino SmartSafe, a comprehensive safety package with advanced driver-assist technology that takes an active focus in protecting the lives of all road users.
Hino SmartSafe includes a Pre-Collision System (PCS) with Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB), Pedestrian Detection (PD) and Lane Departure Warning System (LDWS).
This is in addition to Vehicle Stability Control (VSC), reverse camera, dual SRS airbags, four-wheel disc brakes UN ECE R29 cab strength certified and hill easy start.
Like all Hino products, the 300 Series Hybrid Electric is supported by Hino Advantage, a suite of business solutions that are designed to reduce costs over the life of the vehicle.
This includes 5 Years Roadside Assist, capped price servicing, Hino Genuine Parks, Hino finance options and customer support provisions via the Hino Customer Support Centre.
All Hino 300 Series Hybrid Electric models come with a 5 Years or 250,000km standard warranty, whichever comes first.
TruckShow X will be held in New South Wales’ Hunter Valley from 18-19 May 2026.
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