On Monday, Hino announced the discovery of new cases of inappropriate performance tests on its engines, this time affecting its light trucks, after already heavy and medium trucks. (Photo: 123RF)
TOKYO — Amid a growing scandal over improper engine testing, Japanese truck and bus maker Hino was ousted on Wednesday from a joint venture in new technologies for commercial vehicles led by parent company Toyota.
The decision to oust Hino from CJPT, a Japanese joint venture created in 2021 under the leadership of Toyota and also including manufacturers Daihatsu, Isuzu and Suzuki, was taken by stakeholders at the initiative of Toyota CEO Akio Toyoda, according to a statement.
“The irregularities committed by Hino are inconsistent with CJPT’s aspirations and goals,” and continuing to include Hino in its business would not be well received by customers and public opinion, Mr. Toyoda argued according to the statement. of the joint venture, broadcast by Toyota.
Hino has thus been excluded from all existing agreements between CJPT members and its 10% share in the joint venture will be transferred to Toyota, it is specified.
On Monday, Hino announced the discovery of new cases of inappropriate performance tests on its engines, this time affecting its light trucks, after already heavy and medium trucks.
This scandal also embarrasses Toyota, which owns just over 50% of Hino, which manufactures certain light trucks sold in Japan under the brand of the global automotive giant.
Hino and Toyota are also facing a class action lawsuit recently launched in the United States to claim damages because of this case.