Mitsubishi Fuso Further Improves Fuel Efficiency of
Canter Eco Hybrid Light-Duty Truck

Kawasaki - Mitsubishi Fuso Truck and Bus Corporation (MFTBC), one of Asia’s leading commercial vehicle manufacturers and an integral part of Daimler Trucks, today launched the latest version of its Canter Eco Hybrid light-duty truck in Japan. While significantly reducing carbon dioxide emissions, the latest version increases fuel economy to about 11.6 km/liter (2-ton truck) depending on operating conditions. This makes the Canter Eco Hybrid the most fuel efficient hybrid truck in Japan in the 2-ton class. For 3.0-ton versions, the fuel economy level has also been improved to about 10.6 km/liter.

Debuted in July 2006 for the Japan market, the Canter Eco Hybrid with its parallel hybrid system significantly reduces fuel consumption and emissions while providing easy operation on the job. Sales of the Canter Eco Hybrid have exceeded 900 units since launch, including sales outside Japan in London, Ireland, Australia and Hong Kong.

Key features of the newly enhanced Canter Eco Hybrid:

Improved Fuel Efficiency
By optimizing the program of the hybrid control unit, the fuel economy has improved to about 11.6 km/liter, best in class in 2.0-ton trucks. For 3.0-ton versions, the fuel economy level has also been improved to about 10.6 km/liter. Fuel economy depends on operating conditions. The new Canter Eco Hybrid’s fuel efficient performance contributes to overall vehicle economy and environmental protection.

Engine and Drivability
The Canter Eco Hybrid installed with a VG turbo engine 4M42(T3) (96kW/130ps) comes also with superior drivability in combination with its 2-pedal INOMAT-II mechanical automated transmission. As a result, the vehicle also reduces maintenance cost while providing easy-drive and comfort for vehicle operators.

Compliance to Regulations
The new Canter Eco Hybrid complies with Japan’s “Safety Standard for Passenger Protection from High Voltage” in advance that will be applicable to vehicles to be manufactured from July 1, 2012.

“Shaping Future Transportation”

Mitsubishi Fuso’s continuing efforts in hybrid development are part of the “Shaping Future Transportation” initiative of Daimler Trucks and Daimler Buses. This initiative is aimed at redoubling ongoing efforts to achieve a major reduction in the fuel consumption and exhaust emissions of commercial vehicles. “Shaping Future Transportation” encompasses alternative drive system initiatives across various commercial vehicle brands. Hybrid technology plays a key role in these vehicles, as it can reduce diesel consumption by up to 30 percent, depending on the application.

Based in Kawasaki, Japan, Mitsubishi Fuso Truck and Bus Corporation (MFTBC) is one of Asia's leading commercial vehicle manufacturers. In 2009, the company sold a total of about 99,500 vehicles including light-, medium- and heavy-duty trucks and buses. Daimler AG owns 85% of MFTBC shares and various Mitsubishi group companies own 15% of MFTBC shares. MFTBC is an integral part of the Daimler Trucks Division of Daimler AG.

Canter Eco Hybrid Light-Duty Truck