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DAIHATSU MOTOR CO., LTD.
1-1, Daihatsu-cho, Ikeda City, Osaka 563-8651
Website : http://www.daihatsu.co.jp/
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The theme of this year's Motor Show is Logistics for the 21st Century, Toyota Motor Corporation(TMC), Hino Motors, Ltd., and Daihatsu Motor Co., Ltd. have combined to offer a full lineup of commercial vehicles ranging from light trucks to large trucks and buses which anticipate the demands of the future. We have exhibits in the areas of the environment, ITS(including safety), and transporting the aged and disabled. 22 demonstration vehicles, 29 commercial vehicle production models, and 13 specially-equipped vehicles including vehicles to transport aged disabled are on display for a total of 64 exhibits.

Among these displays, Daihatsu has exhibits of its work on commercial vehicles in anticipation of the needs of the 21st century :

  • Hybrid vehicles and alternative-fuel vehicles running on fuels such as CNG.
  • High-efficiency next-generation transport management systems for logistics using ITS(Intelligent Transport System) technology.
  • Light commercial vehicles with ASV(Advanced Safety Vehicle) technology.
  • Nursing care vehicles enabling easy wheelchair access and movement.
EXHIBIT VEHICLE HIGHLIGHTS

1. JOINT EXHIBITS(DAIHATSU)
(1)Environment
Presentation of work on the global environment and global environmental preservation, including work on cleaner emissions, energy saving, and alternative energy sources.

1. Energy saving
Exhibits of various hybrid vehicles and gasoline engines designed for cleaner emissions and reductions of CO2 through better fuel efficiency.
- Atrai Hybrid
Combines 660 cc gasoline engine and motor. Has much cleaner emissions, low fuel consumption.
- Gasoline engines for commercial vehicles. (1.3 l, 660 cc)

2. Alternative energy sources
Exhibits will center on engines for CNG vehicles.
Advantages : clean emissions, low noise / vibrations.
- CNG engine(660 cc)

(2)ITS(Intelligent transport System)
Presentation of advanced work on ITS, including logistics systems and Advanced Safety Vehicles.

1. Logistics systems
Presentation of systems that aid in transportation management / operations support activities.
- The business support system.

2. Advanced Safety Vehicles
- Hijet IT Cargo
The front collision prevention system and wide-angle rear monitor are advanced safety technologies ideal for use in a light commercial vehicle for distribution work in a town. The business support system enables the positions of delivery vehicles to be managed at the shop or office, and work instructions can be sent to vehicles.

(3)Welfare
Presentation of exhibits such as a mechanism for the loading and unloading of passengers, designed to help make travel more pleasant for the aged or disabled.

- Move Sloper
•Vehicle height reduction mechanism enables easy access without leaving wheelchair. Can accommodate four.
•Special tires improve safety by enabling the vehicle to continue traveling for a short distance after a flat. Comes with fixed handrails and foot-operated stoppers.
- Midget áU/ Home nursing care vehicle
Ultra-compact size(total length : 2.9 m, total width : 1.3 m) enables parking in very small spaces, providing outstanding mobility. Comes with nursing kit including wheelchair and simple toilet.

2. EXHIBITS OF EACH COMPANY(DAIHATSU)
Demonstration Vehicles
1. Naked SS Pick
2. Hijet steering crawler
3. Hijet home catering truck
4. Hijet Gran Cargo
5. Hijet pump
6. General-Purpose E/G(model)

Commercially available vehicles
1. Hijet truck(up / down mechanism)
2. Hijet Cargo(up-down / auto sliding door mechanisms)
3. Mira van(nursing care support kit)
4. Atrai CL
5. Hijet Deck Van GX
6. Hijet Cargo CNG
7. Mira Van CNG
8. Hijet multipurpose dump truck
9. Move Front Seat Lift
10. Atrai Wagon Rear Seat Lift
11. Hijet Vertical Tail Lifter
12. Hijet kerosene truck
13. Hijet cherry picker
14. Hijet fire pump

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