HINO NEWS-2023/03/09
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2023/03/09
Hino Trucks introduces all-electric Me Series, Le Series trucks in U.S.

On March 8, Hino Trucks announced it will now offer electric versions of their M- and L- Series medium duty trucks, branded Me Series and Le Series, available in 2024.
The Hino Class 5 M5e cab over and Class 6 L6e conventional models made their debut during the NTEA Work Truck Show, and come equipped with battery capacities of 138 kWh and 220 kWh respectively.
Hino Trucks will begin production of these new vehicles integrating SEA Electric's SEA-Drive power system.
"This strategic collaboration with SEA Electric is part of our plan to provide powertrain options to meet the needs for our customers and markets throughout the United States," said Glenn Ellis, President of Hino Trucks.
Hino Trucks is building infrastructure to support these trucks with Hino INCLUSEV, a premier portfolio of end-to-end electric vehicle enablement - exclusively available through Hino's nationwide dealer network.
A Toyota Group Company, Hino Trucks manufactures, sells, and services a lineup of Class 4-8 commercial trucks in the U.S. (Hino Trucks press release on March 8, 2023)
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