Hino Motors and GAC Launch T9 Fully-Electric Truck for Long-Haul Transport
Japan’s Hino Motors, a subsidiary of Toyota, has partnered with Chinese automaker GAC to launch the T9, a new fully-electric truck designed for long-haul transportation. The 8.9-tonne vehicle features a lightweight design that allows it to carry an additional tonne of cargo compared to similar models, while achieving energy consumption of less than 1.1 kWh per kilometer. Powered by a 400 kWh battery pack utilizing affordable lithium iron phosphate (LFP) cells, the truck aims to balance efficiency and cost-effectiveness. To enhance driver comfort during extended journeys, the T9 includes amenities such as built-in refrigerators and seats with massage functions. Although specific pricing and range details were not disclosed, the launch marks a significant step in Hino’s electrification strategy. This collaboration follows a recent restructuring of their joint venture, GAC-Hino, where Hino reduced its stake from 50% to under 5%, making GAC the majority owner. The introduction of this vehicle highlights the growing synergy between Japanese automotive engineering and Chinese manufacturing capabilities in the evolving electric commercial vehicle market.
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Hino Motors and GAC Launch T9 Fully-Electric Truck for Long-Haul Transport
Japan’s Hino Motors, a subsidiary of Toyota, has partnered with Chinese automaker GAC to launch the T9, a new fully-electric truck designed for long-haul transportation. The 8.9-tonne vehicle features a lightweight design that allows it to carry an additional tonne of cargo compared to similar models, while achieving energy consumption of less than 1.1 kWh per kilometer. Powered by a 400 kWh battery pack utilizing affordable lithium iron phosphate (LFP) cells, the truck aims to balance efficiency and cost-effectiveness. To enhance driver comfort during extended journeys, the T9 includes amenities such as built-in refrigerators and seats with massage functions. Although specific pricing and range details were not disclosed, the launch marks a significant step in Hino’s electrification strategy. This collaboration follows a recent restructuring of their joint venture, GAC-Hino, where Hino reduced its stake from 50% to under 5%, making GAC the majority owner. The introduction of this vehicle highlights the growing synergy between Japanese automotive engineering and Chinese manufacturing capabilities in the evolving electric commercial vehicle market.
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