Capital Equipment News September 2025

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are not generic imports, but products tailored to the unique demands of the South African environment. Segage said, “Our trucks are built for South Africa. They are for someone operating from Kuruman to Saldanha Bay, or from Witbank to Richards Bay.” This local focus is also reflected in Hino’s dealer network, now 66 outlets strong. “It is one of the most competitive networks in the country, ensuring we can look after customers wherever they operate, even in rural and unpaved areas,” Falck added. carefully testing sustainable alternatives. The company is running trials of 38 Hino 300 diesel-electric hybrids in South Africa, showing fuel savings of up to 20% and significantly reduced emissions. “We believe the hybrid is particularly suited to urban operations,” Falck said. “Although we cannot sell them locally yet, we are working on subsidising acquisition costs and offering low-risk finance to selected customers through Kinto.” The media event also showcased the Hino Dutro Z EV, a small battery-electric truck designed for last-mile deliveries. With a gross weight of 3,4 tonnes and a payload of one tonne, it offers a driving range of around 150 km on a single charge. Falck, however, was realistic about its limitations: “The vehicle has been designed for urban environments with low ground clearance, which makes it questionable for South African road conditions. We are bringing it here to showcase possibilities, but whether there is a real demand will Innovation in hybrid and electric Beyond aftersales support, Hino is

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