When most brands “expand their range,” it’s a paint job and a press release.
Hino just went the other way — 11 completely new heavy-duty 700 Series models hitting Australian roads this October. And the timing? Couldn’t be better.

Here’s why this matters.

1. Two-Pedal Domination

The transport industry’s been moving toward automated transmissions for years, but this expansion makes Hino’s two-pedal lineup a serious competitive weapon. Between the new Hino M112 12-speed AMT, the Allison 4440, Allison 3200, and ZF Traxon options, operators have more drivetrain choice than ever — without sacrificing torque, fuel efficiency, or towing muscle.

This isn’t about “driver comfort” anymore — it’s about solving the driver shortage by making heavy-duty trucks more accessible to operators who don’t want the learning curve of a manual.

2. Euro 6 Before It Was Cool

Hino’s already had Euro 6 emissions compliance since 2021 — years before it was required in Australia. Adding more models that meet those standards cements them as regulation-proof for the foreseeable future.

In an industry where compliance headaches cost companies money and downtime, that’s a massive selling point.

3. Purpose-Built Configurations

Council tippers. Civil works. Single trailer prime movers. Rigid trucks towing pig or dog trailers.
Instead of making customers retrofit for their needs, Hino is building the configurations operators actually want — straight from the factory, with axle, suspension, and wheelbase choices to match. That means less time in the workshop, more time making money.

4. Safety as Standard

The Hino SmartSafe package is standard across the range — Autonomous Emergency Braking, Driver Monitor, Pedestrian Detection, Lane Departure Warning, Vehicle Stability Control, and more.

Safety isn’t a “nice to have” anymore — it’s a bargaining chip for contracts. Big fleets and councils increasingly require advanced driver-assist systems for tenders. Hino’s making sure buyers can tick that box without paying extra.

5. Data-Driven Fleet Management

Hino-Connect is the sleeper feature here. Real-time vehicle data, driver performance reports, fuel tracking, fleet security alerts — and in an Australian first, direct driver communication through the multimedia unit in case of a severe fault.

For fleet managers, that’s game-changing. Less guesswork, less downtime, and faster fixes.

Bottom Line

The heavy-duty segment is crowded. Operators want trucks that:
✅ Meet emissions now and in the future
✅ Have the right configuration out of the gate
✅ Make life easier for drivers
✅ Keep fleets safe, compliant, and on the road

Hino’s expansion isn’t just “more models.” It’s a strategic move to eat market share from operators who are tired of compromising between power, compliance, and cost-efficiency.

October 2025 could be the month a lot of transport businesses start taking Hino a lot more seriously.