HINO 500 FAQs

• Who makes Hino Truck engines?

  Engines used in Hino trucks come from the brand's parent company, which is none other than the Toyota Motor Corporation. In its own right, Hino Motors is one of the largest publicly-listed companies in Japan, featuring as part of the Nikkei 225 on the Tokyo Stock Exchange. It is one of 16 major companies that make up the broader Toyota Group, and thanks to Toyota's input with the brand's engines, Hino is a best-selling supplier of medium and heavy-duty trucks in Japan.

• Are Hino engines good?

  Hino engines are among the best in the business, and when it comes to the truck industry, the backing of Toyota has proved immense in helping this name make a name for itself. The brand has consistently fared well in the eyes of customers and truckies alike, with the performance, durability and reliability of its engines often central to that positive view. What's more, the company's engine warranty, decent fuel economy, and the ease of access to service or maintain the engine have been identified as highlights.

• How many gears does a Hino 500 have?

  The Hino 500 range of heavy commercial trucks is largely made up of models that feature six-speed transmission units, split between manual and automatic gearboxes. In a few cases, however, a seven-speed manual gearbox is used as an alternative to the six-speed auto. A number of variants also include double overdrive functionality. Overdrive is the highest gear in the transmission, allowing the engine to operate at a lower RPM for a given road speed, improving fuel usage and leading to quieter operation. A double overdrive includes the option to activate a second gearbox to provide a lower gear ratio.